How to Apply

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How to apply for a full-time undergraduate course

Applicants for full-time undergraduate courses (e.g. Foundation Degrees, BA, BSc, LLB, HND) apply through UCAS. You can find out more about applying through UCAS below.

Browse our courses, check the entry requirements and make a note of the UCAS code.

Visit the UCAS how to apply pages for step-by-step guide on this.

You will need to know: 

  • University Centre Leeds’ UCAS institution codeL21
  • The UCAS course code for your course – you can find this on the course’s page on our website, or in our Prospectus. 

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Everyone applying between September and the UCAS deadline on 31 January will have equal consideration, regardless of when they apply. We also consider applications throughout the year, as long as there are still places available on that course. 

Once submitted, our Admissions Office will process your application. Once the application has been carefully considered, you’ll find out if you have received an offer through the UCAS Hub.

On your UCAS application you'll need to enter the institution code for University Centre Leeds which is L21 and the course code for your chosen course which can be found on the course pages.

For details of how and when to apply via UCAS please click here.

Please note that UCAS charge an application fee of £28.95 for a 2026 application, unless you are eligible for Free School Meals (FSM).


International Students

If you are an international student, please visit our international section. for more information regarding how to apply to University Centre Leeds.

Students requiring a Student Visa

Please see our Visa and Immigration page for further information. 


 

Other types of courses

Postgraduate, Part-Time and Certificate in Education (CertEd) Applications

Applicants for postgraduate study (e.g. ProfGCE, MA, MSc), part-time study and our Certificate in Education (CertEd) will find the direct application link on the the course page you are interested in.

Apprenticeships

If you are interested in studying an apprenticeship, please contact the Apprenticeship Team by email at [email protected]


Still have questions?

If you need any help with your application, or have any questions about the process, please get in contact with us and we will be happy to answer your questions.

Our friendly team is here to support you through the whole journey.

Online Information Sessions

University Centre Leeds holds online information sessions throughout the year to help students applying to Higher Education, and their parents and carers.

Get help from our team on topics including UCAS personal statements, advice for parent and carers, support for mature students, student finance and more.