Applying for a January start course
Some of our Postgraduate taught programmes offer a January start. A January start works well for overseas students as it allows more time to meet visa requirements, as well as for those studying during a career break.
On this page, you can find out more about how to apply for a January start programme and key dates. Lots of general guidance on applying for a Postgraduate taught programme can be found on our 'How to Apply' Postgraduate pages.
We are committed to making the admissions process as smooth as possible for our applicants. If you need to to speak to our Admissions Team, please get in touch:
Please email all enquiries before application to enquiries@keele.ac.uk
For enquiries after application to admissions@keele.ac.uk
Before your application
Here is an overview of the steps to make your application to Keele University, including any deadlines for January 2027 entry.
| Application step | Home / international students | Deadline/dates | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1. Find the right course for you | Both | Browse our Postgraduate courses with a January start to find the right one for you | |
| 2. Join us for a Postgraduate Open Event | Both | Our Postgraduate Open Events take place in-person and online throughout the year. Book your place. | |
| 3. Make your application online | Both |
International students application deadline
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Home students application deadline The application deadline for home students is December 2026 |
Once you receive an offer from Keele University
Please find below an overview of the steps from receiving your offer to enrolling at Keele.
January 2027
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Application step |
Home / international students | Deadline January 2027 (Pakistan, Kenya, Nigeria, India & Ghana) | Deadline January 2027 (all other countries) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1. Meet the conditions of your offer | Both | Ongoing - see your offer letter | Ongoing - see your offer letter |
| 2. Pay your deposit | International | 16 November 2026 at the latest | 30 November 2026 at the latest |
| 3. Apply for accommodation | Both | 4 December 2026 | 4 December 2026 |
| 4. Submit any outstanding documents | Both | Ongoing - see your offer letter | Ongoing - see your offer letter |
| 5. Return your pre-CAS checklist | International | 21 December 2026 at the latest | 4 January 2027 |
| 6. Apply for your visa | International | See our Visa pages | See our Visa pages |
| 7. Prepare for your travels | International | Ongoing | Ongoing |
| 8. Enrolment for international students | International | 20 January 2027 | 20 January 2027 |
| 9. Induction | Both | 25 January 2027 |
25 January 2027 |
