What happens after you apply

Find out what you can expect after you have applied.

Receiving a decision on your application

When assessing applications, we look for enthusiastic and talented students who have the potential to succeed in their studies with us and contribute to our community.

You can keep up to date with the progress of your application through UCAS.

UCAS will notify you when we make a decision on your application. If you receive an offer, you can inform us of your decision to accept or decline your place through UCAS. 

How long it takes to receive a decision

We typically receive a high number of applications to our courses so it can take time to receive a decision. For applications submitted by the January UCAS deadline, UCAS asks universities to make decisions by mid-May at the latest. You can find key dates for the entire application process on the UCAS website.

Interviews

Some of our courses require an interview as part of the application process, such as Medicine, Midwifery and Social Work. To find out more, check the application guidance for your chosen course on Course Search.

Offer holder days

If you receive an offer from us, you will be invited to an offer holder day, where you can learn more about your course and chat to academic staff and students. It will be more in-depth than an Open Day and will be either virtual or on campus.