January 2027 Intake Deadlines by University (UK Full List)
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Quick answer: Most UK universities close January 2027 applications between 16 October and 20 November 2026, issue CAS through November-December 2026, and start teaching between 12 and 26 January 2027. Universities with rolling admissions (Bolton, Sunderland, Teesside, Bedfordshire, London Met) accept applications until early December if your documents are ready.
How January Deadlines Actually Work
Universities publish an "application deadline", but the deadline that matters is the CAS cut-off - the last date they will issue a Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies. Work backwards from it:
| Milestone | Latest safe date |
|---|
|-----------|-----------------|
Deadline Table by University
| University | Application deadline | CAS cut-off | Teaching starts |
|---|
|-----------|---------------------|------------|-----------------|
Dates are indicative for the 2026/27 cycle - always confirm in writing with the admissions team before paying a deposit. We confirm them for you when you apply through LightningEnrolment.
What happens if I miss a CAS cut-off?
You are moved to the May 2027 or September 2027 intake, usually keeping your offer and deposit. Nothing is lost except time, but you must re-check your funds statement dates.
Do UG and PG deadlines differ?
Yes. Undergraduate January entry closes earlier (often mid-October) because enrolment paperwork is heavier. Postgraduate taught courses hold places longer.
Bottom Line
Aim to submit by 31 October 2026 and have CAS by 5 December 2026. That timeline clears visa processing comfortably for a mid-January 2027 start.
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*Sources: university international intake calendars 2026/27, UKVI Student Visa processing times Q4 2026.*
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the deadline for the January 2027 intake in the UK?+
Most UK universities close January 2027 applications between 16 October and 20 November 2026. Universities with rolling admissions such as Bolton, Bedfordshire, Sunderland, Teesside, London Met and UEL accept applications until early December 2026 if documents and funds are ready.
When is the CAS cut-off for January 2027?+
CAS cut-offs run from 20 November to 15 December 2026 depending on the university. Aim to hold your CAS by 5 December 2026 so the Student Visa can be decided before the Christmas slowdown and you arrive by mid-January 2027.
When does teaching start for the January 2027 intake?+
Teaching starts between 12 and 26 January 2027 at most UK universities, with late enrolment windows usually open for one to two weeks after the official start date.
What happens if I miss the January 2027 deadline?+
Your offer is normally deferred to the May 2027 or September 2027 intake and your deposit is carried over. You will need a fresh 28-day bank statement for the new visa application.
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