Application for a bachelor degree courses in the UK.

Studying in London is considered as the most exciting times of students’ time. This application guide has an application on steps that applicants follow when applying for undergraduate courses in the United Kingdom. Applicants are advised to contact their chosen institutions if they need to know more about this application.

What is an undergraduate degree?

Bachelor degree is another name for an undergraduate degree. It is a program that students studies for three years before graduating. It has many courses and career based studies are offered.

There are two main distinctions of bachelor degrees namely; Bachelor of Arts (BA) and bachelors of sciences (BSc). The Bachelor of Arts mainly concentrates on areas of arts, humanities and some social sciences. On the other hand, bachelor of sciences mainly concentrates on sciences.

Additionally, there are degree categories that are specific for some courses, and they include medicine, law and engineering.

Requirements for studying a bachelor degree.

Depending on the course and the university, entry requirements are sometimes different. Individuals applying for a bachelor degree in the United Kingdom must show an evidence that they have completed high school education. Universities in the United Kingdom accepts different high school qualifications including A-levels and advanced placements. In addition to this, universities in the UK accepts certificates of high school qualification from foreign counties. Certificates from some countries are however not automatically accepted, and applicants are advised to first complete an international foundation course.

For more information, applicants are advised to review our entry requirement guide and contact us as well.

How do I apply for a bachelor degree in the UK?

Individuals who are applying are advised to register and complete the form of application so that they apply for a bachelor degree. The application form is available on the UCAS website. University and colleges admission service (UCAS) is the institution that the United Kingdom has approved to provide the information about application processes.

International students can directly apply to some universities in the UK. However, application through UCAS system is what many universities accepts.

How does UCAS work?

The first process is to create an account and register the application. Applicants will have to complete several different sections including personal information, educational qualification, financial information and personal statement.

One of the most important part in the application is the personal statement, since it provides the university with explanations on why applicants want to study in that university. Applicants are advised to read our tips on writing their personal statements.

The system of application is available online for 24 hours a day, and in addition, students can save the applications and come back to it as many times they want before its submission.

How many courses can apply on UCAS?

Up to five courses is what most students can apply. In addition, applicants can apply to more than one cause at the same institution and at the same time, apply to five courses at five different activities. Those who would like to study medicine, dentistry or veterinary programs can only apply to for times only. However, they can choose a different fifth subject including biochemical sciences.

Is there an application deadline?

There are deadlines, and applicants need to consider some.

15 October – for all medicine, dentistry and veterinary medicine courses

15 January – for most other courses

A big number of universities, especially the ones that are high ranking do not accept application after the UCAS application deadline. However, there are some universities that allow university international applicants to apply after the deadline. In case you want to apply after the UCAS stated deadline, you can contact the university you have chosen in order to find out if they will consider your application.

In case of students missing these deadlines, they can use another option known as UCAS clearing process, and it takes place in August every year. This is the time when universities open up all their remaining slots. You can visit UCAS website if you are still looking for a place on a bachelor degree this august.

Do I need to take an admission essay?

Several universities especially the ones that offers medicine, dentistry or veterinary emphasize on admission tests to test the competency of those students.

Applicants are advised to make sure they have understood the entry requirements set by the universities they have chosen. If there is need for application tests, applicants are advised to do it before submitting the application forms on UCAS.

What are the funding options for undergraduate courses?

Three main funding options are available for bachelor students;

Self-funded- this is where the students pay for their tuition fee as well taking care of their personal information.

University scholarship- in London, many universities are offering part scholarships for international students. Applicants are advised to use the database of scholarship so that they can know the available scholarships.

Other funding sources- different countries have students’ loans while others fund their international students’ education. Students are advised to contact their higher education authorities to find about funding options.

How to start your application?

Applicants are advised to search course database to find out the universities offering undergraduate programs in their preferred subject areas.

Registration is free.

Check the Tier 4 visa requirements to ensure you are able to apply for a visa to study in the UK.