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Is it possible to go for June and July intake for UK Master's programs?

03 Jun 2026 · Answered by Shairal Pathak · 2 min read
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Yes, June and July intakes exist for UK Master's programs, but only at a small selection of post-92 universities, mainly London campuses. Course choice is limited to Business, Management, IT, and pre-Master's pathways. Top-ranked and Russell Group universities rarely offer summer intakes.

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Yes - but only at a small selection of universities, and course choice is significantly limited. Most UK universities run on September/October and January cycles. June/July intakes exist primarily at London campuses of post-92 universities and are mainly available for Business, Management, IT, and pre-Master's pathway programs.

Universities Offering June/July Intakes

University

Notable Programs

Coventry University (London Campus)

Global Business, Data Science, Management

Northumbria University (London Campus)

MSc Business with Marketing, MSc Cyber Security

Ulster University (London & Birmingham)

MSc International Business, MSc Marketing

University of Bedfordshire

Business, International Business, Computer Science

University of Greenwich

Business Management, Executive tracks

University of Law

LLM, MSc Business (multiple campuses)

Pros and Cons of Summer Intake

Advantages

Disadvantages

Lower competition for admission slots

Very limited course selection vs September

Easier to find student accommodation

Fewer scholarship opportunities

Faster entry if you missed January

Smaller peer cohort, less campus activity

Good for pre-Master's pathway programs

Top-ranked universities rarely offer it

My Advice

If you've missed September and January deadlines and need to start quickly, June/July is a legitimate option - but go in with your eyes open. The universities that offer summer intakes are mostly London-campus post-92 institutions. If your goal is a Russell Group degree or a highly ranked program in STEM or finance, June/July won't give you that option. I'd only recommend it if the course genuinely fits your career plan - not just because it's the nearest available start date. Otherwise, waiting for September at a stronger university will serve you better long-term.

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