How to apply

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How can I submit an application?

If you are an overseas student (and a national of a country outside the EU) or an EU national that does not have settled status, you can complete the LSBU Online Application Form. It is very important to upload all the necessary supporting documents as they are required to process your application.

You will be able to make 1 application and choose up to 2 courses to apply to.

Alternative application systems

If your course is not listed in our LSBU Online Application System you can apply via the following national application services:

  • International undergraduate students (full-time and part-time) can apply via UCAS.

What happens next?

Once you have submitted your online application you will receive an email confirming that it has been successfully received and that your application is being checked by our International Admissions Team.

Your application will be reviewed by an International Admissions Officer and you will then receive an email stating your ID number to be used for any questions you may have about the status of your application.

Receiving a decision

The International Admissions Team will contact you once a decision has been made or if further information is required.

The decision will be made on the standard entry criteria for the course you have applied for (in accordance with our Admissions Policy) but we will also take into account your immigration history if you require a Student Sponsor visa.

If you have any questions regarding the application process or our courses please contact our International Enquiries Manager: global@lsbu.ac.uk or +44 20 7123 4842

Important dates

The following dates apply to the academic year 2024/2025 and are subject to change.

To ensure we can issue your CAS by the deadline above, you will need to have completed qualifications, completed English language test (UKVI or LSBU approved) and be ready to provide all documents needed to apply for your student visa, including bank statements that meet UKVI requirements and a TB test certificate if applicable.

September 2024 intake

    September 2024 intake – courses with later permitted start date

    • Last application – Monday 19 August 2024
    • Deadline to meet conditions and payment of deposit – Friday 13 September 2024
    • CAS Deadline – Friday 20 September 2024
    • International Welcome Week – Monday 23 September 2024 – to note we strongly encourage students to arrive in time for this and the start of teaching, but can accept arrivals until the latest arrival and enrolment completion date – students should arrange to travel as close to this date as possible if their visa is granted later
    • Teaching starts – Monday 07 October 2024
    • Latest enrolment and arrival date – Friday 1 November 2024 – to note there will be no flexibility for arrivals after this date

January 2025 intake

  • Application Deadline - Fri 29 November 2024
  • Last date LSBU will issue offers - Fri 13 December 2024
  • Deposit Deadline - Thursday 19 December 2024 (please note LSBU will be closed for the UK holiday period between Friday 20 December 2024 and Thursday 2 January 2025)
  • CAS Deadline - Fri 10 January 2025 (please note UKVI are introducing updated maintenance requirements for any visa applications made on or after 2 January 2025)
  • Teaching Starts - Mon 27 January 2025
  • Latest Arrival and Enrolment - Fri 21 February 2025

Please note that the above dates apply to applicants who are overseas (outside the UK). If you are in the UK already, please contact our Enquiries Team to discuss your situation and to get updated deadlines: global@lsbu.ac.uk

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