Below you'll find answers to the questions we get asked the most about applying for undergraduate study.
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Has the 15 January deadline changed?
Due to UK COVID-19 restrictions, the deadline for undergraduate applications has been extended to 18:00 (UK time) on Friday 29 January.
Although you now have an additional two weeks to complete your application, our advice is not to leave it until the last minute. Continue to work towards the original date of 15 January to hit submit, and use this extension as a back-up plan in case you face any unexpected problems.
Please note: Not all published 15 January deadline dates will have been updated on our website, and the deadline for UCAS Conservatoires applications remains 18:00 (UK time) on Friday 15 January.
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How do I apply?
First you need to register for Apply using our online application service. Once you’ve registered, you’ll be able to complete your application – there’s quite a lot to fill in but you don’t have to do it all at once. We’ve got lots of information on filling in your application.
Different courses have different application deadlines – check out our when to apply page for more information.
Before you can send us your application, you'll need to pay an application fee of £20 if you’re applying to just one course, or £26 for multiple courses and for late applications sent after 30 June 2021.
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Why can’t I sign in?
Make sure you’re trying to sign in to the right application system. This will be:
- Apply if you are still filling in your application
- Track if you’ve sent your application
You will only be able to use Track when you receive a welcome email from us confirming your login details.
If you are unsure of your login details for Apply or Track, you can use the ‘forgotten login’ link.
Read our blog on the top five reasons you can't sign in
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What are entry requirements?
Entry requirements vary between universities and colleges – a full list of universities and colleges and their minimum entry criteria can be found in our search tool. If you are unsure you meet a university/college's criteria, it is best to contact their admissions team for further guidance.
More information can be found on our entry requirements web page.
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What are UCAS Tariff points?
The UCAS Tariff is a way of allocating points to qualifications. Not all qualifications attract UCAS Tariff points for various reasons. The university or college you're interested in may accept your qualifications as an appropriate entry route, even if they don't attract UCAS Tariff points.
For more information, check out our Tariff page.
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Where can I find out about funding?
We don’t arrange student finance, but you can choose to allow us to share some of the details from your application with your regional funding organisation.
Further advice on funding available for UK undergraduates and information on how to apply for this can be found on the undergraduate student finance section of our website. Information on finance for overseas students can be found in our tips for international applications.
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What should I include in my personal statement?
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How do I get a reference?
The reference process will vary depending on how you choose to apply; you can either register and apply through a school, college or centre that is registered with UCAS, or apply as an individual.
Find out how to get a reference
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What will happen when I’ve sent my application?
We'll process it and send you a welcome email confirming the application has been sent to your university choices. This email will also contain your Personal ID, which will enable you to sign in to Track to check the progress of your application.
Find out more about how to track your application.
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How can I make a change to my application?
This depends on the type of change you want to make. You can change your address, phone number, and email address in Track.
If you want to change your choices, this will depend on where you are in the application process. For more information, see our 'Making changes' page.
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How can I update my name, date of birth or passport details?
- Please complete our update my details form and we'll do this for you.
- For name and date of birth changes, you need you to attach a clear photo or scanned copy of an official document showing these – such as a birth certificate, marriage certificate, driving licence or passport.
- As long as we’ve got everything we need, we’ll update your details and the changes will display in Track.
- It's important you also let your your universities and colleges know.
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I’m having trouble paying for my application – what should I do?
To be able to pay and send your application, every section must be ticked as complete. If you're applying independently, that includes your referee submitting their reference online.
If the payment isn't going through, please double check all details have been entered correctly, you have funds available, and the card has been registered for online payments. If you're outside of the UK, you may need to let your bank know you're trying to make the payment as well.
Please avoid clicking multiple times as this can also cause problems. If it locks your payment attempts, this will reset automatically after two minutes.
