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Are there universities that offer admissions in intakes other than September, like October, November, or December for a Master's?

31 Jul 2026 · Answered by Sweety Shah · 1 min read
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Yes, many universities offer admissions in intakes other than September, including January or February. These alternative intakes are common for master's programs and can provide flexibility if you miss the main intake or prefer a different start time.

- Sweden: Main intake is August/September, but some universities have a January (spring) intake.
- Ireland: Both September and January intakes are available for select master's programs.
- Latvia: Universities typically offer September and late January/early February intakes.
- Spain: Most programs start in September, but a few may offer a January intake.

Not all courses are available in every intake, and application deadlines for January starts are usually in the preceding October - December. Visa processing times can also impact your planning.

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