Application timeline
UCAS deadlines are subject to change. Please check the UCAS website for the most up-to-date information.
For courses starting in 2026
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January - September 2025
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13 May 2025
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- UCAS registration opens. You can start working on your application for 2026.
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June - September 2025
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2 September 2025
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- UCAS applications open. You can submit your application from today.
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15 October 2025 at 18:00 (UK time)
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October 2024
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14 January 2026 at 18:00 (UK time)
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- UCAS equal consideration deadline for UK students for most undergraduate courses.
(You can still apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.)
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January 2026 onwards
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February - March 2026
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March 2026
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- We will aim to send you a decision by the end of March (if you applied to us by 14 January)
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April 2026
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May - June 2026
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- Decide on your firm and insurance choices by early June.
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30 June 2026
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- Application deadline for international students.
- UCAS standard cycle closes.
- Applications submitted after this date must be made via Clearing.
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June - August 2026
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- CAS process starts for offer holders requiring a visa
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5 July 2026
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August 2026
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- A-Level results published
- Confirmation and Clearing
- We send you a Welcome email with information on how to register as a student
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31 August 2026
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- Any remaining offer conditions must be met by this date - academic/linguistic/other
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September 2026
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- We send you an email about Academic Induction
- Welcome to Exeter - Freshers Week and registration
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