Can I apply for a UK September 2026 intake and defer to January if needed?
04 Jun 2026 · Answered by Shairal Pathak · 1 min read
Deferring from a September 2026 intake to January is generally not possible, as most UK and Irish universities only offer a single intake per academic year. Some exceptions exist, but January starts are rare. If you think you may need to defer, contact your chosen university’s admissions office early to confirm their specific policy and deadlines, since your options will be limited.
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