1. UK Master's Course Start Dates
Fall Intake
The typical start time for the fall intake is every September or October. Fall is the main admissions season in the UK, with the highest number of applicants and the most comprehensive range of available programs.
Spring Intake
The typical start time for the spring intake is every January or February. There are fewer applicants and fewer programs available for spring intake. Only a few schools offer spring intakes.
2. UK Master's Application System
There is no unified application system for UK universities. Most universities require applications through their individual websites, and the application periods for each school or program vary. The majority open applications between September and October, although there are often cases of early application openings.
3. UK Master's Application Deadlines
There is no unified application deadline for UK Master's programs. The deadlines vary by school and program. Typically, they range from November to the following summer, with some schools having deadlines as early as the end of September. Most programs adopt a rolling admission process or have staged review periods based on the order of application submissions.
4. UK Master's Fall Application Timeline (Reference)
| April - Next April | Exam preparation (IELTS/TOEFL, some require GRE/GMAT) |
| July - September | School selection, document preparation (including study plan, recommendation letters, resume, etc.) |
| October - February | Submit application form |
| Next January - March | Wait for admission notifications, respond to universities |
| Next April | Submit final IELTS score |
| Next March - May | Apply for language courses, dormitory |
| Next June - August | Visa application, attend pre-departure briefing |
| Next September - October | Official enrollment |
5. UK Master's Application Document List
- 1. University Transcript: Request original transcripts in Chinese and English from the university
- 2. Graduation Certificate or Enrollment Certificate: Request original graduation certificates or enrollment certificates in Chinese and English from the university
- 3. IELTS or TOEFL Score Report
- 4. GRE or GMAT Score Report (Most UK schools do not require these)
- 5. CV (Curriculum Vitae)
- 6. Recommendation Letter: Generally, 1-2 recommendation letters are required, provided by university professors or company supervisors
- 7. Study Plan or Personal Statement (SOP or Personal Statement)
- 8. Passport Copy
- 9. Essay (Most UK schools do not require this)
- 10. Portfolio (Required for art, design, music, etc.)
- 11. Research Proposal (Doctoral programs)
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