If your study plans for 2025 have taken an unexpected turn, you’re not alone—and you’re not out of options. A growing number of UK universities are extending application deadlines and offering January start dates, giving international students a chance to stay on track without waiting for the next academic cycle.
At the Duolingo English Test (DET), we’re partnering with UK universities that accept the DET and are ready to welcome new international applications—even over the summer. These universities understand that life happens, and they’re making it easier than ever for students to adjust their plans and keep moving forward.
Why study in the UK?
The UK has always been a popular destination for international students, and one reason is flexibility. Many universities have the systems in place to review late applications and can offer fast decisions. Combined with January entry points, streamlined admissions, and excellent visa support, the UK is well-positioned to meet students where they are.

How the Duolingo English Test helps
The DET is fast, convenient, and is now accepted by dozens of UK universities. You can take it online, anywhere in the world, and get results in just two days. That means you don’t need to travel to a test center or wait weeks for scores. If you're applying this summer for a fall 2025 start—or planning ahead for January 2026—the DET helps you meet English requirements quickly and affordably.
Universities accepting late applications for September '25 and who have January '26 intakes
We’ve put together a list of UK universities for our test takers. These are institutions that:
- Accept the Duolingo English Test
- Are accepting late applications for fall 2025 or have a January 2026 intake
- Offer responsive, student-friendly support
We’ll keep these lists updated throughout the summer as more universities join.
DET accepting UK universities with late deadlines for September 2025
University & Deadline | Details |
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Cranfield University 14 Jul |
Eligibility: ATAS courses: apply by 30 Jun Contact: study@cranfield.ac.uk Links: Apply | English language requirements |
University of Surrey 15 Jul |
Eligibility: All courses Contact: admissions@surrey.ac.uk Links: Apply | English language requirements |
Liverpool John Moores University 1 Aug |
Eligibility: UG, PG, and PGT; – 30 June: PGT applications close. – Sport, Clinical Embryology, and Nursing closed. Contact: international@ljmu.ac.uk Links: Apply | English language requirements |
University of Sussex 1 Aug |
Eligibility: Subject to availability Contact: Contact form Links: Apply | English language requirement |
UWE Bristol 1 Aug |
Eligibility: All open courses. Closed programs listed online. Extensions possible. Contact: international@uwe.ac.uk Links: Apply | English language requirements |
University of Portsmouth 11 Aug |
Eligibility: All UG/PGT: 11 Aug, except: – 7 Jul: BD, PK – 28 Jul: CM, GH, IN, IR, KE, NP, NG, LK – 9 Jun: PGCE Contact: global@port.ac.uk Links: Apply | English language requirements |
Bangor University 15 Aug |
Eligibility: All courses Contact: internationaladmissions@bangor.ac.uk Links: Apply | English language requirements |
Royal Holloway, University of London 20 Aug |
Eligibility: All except Occupational Therapy and Social Work Contact: international@rhul.ac.uk Links: Apply | English language requirements |
University of Greenwich 20 Aug |
Eligibility: Not specified Contact: international@gre.ac.uk Links: Apply | English language requirements |
University of York 29 Aug |
Eligibility: UG: All except Medicine, Nursing, Midwifery, Architecture PG: Most except Med School, Social Work, PGCE, Nursing, MAPP Contact: international@york.ac.uk Links: Apply | English language requirements: UG | PG |
University of Southampton 29 Aug |
Eligibility: All UG/PGT except Medicine. Courses with ATAS or high demand may close early. Contact: enquiries@southampton.ac.uk Links: Apply | English language requirements |
University of Strathclyde 1 Sep |
Eligibility: PGDE (teacher education) courses Contact: international@strath.ac.uk Links: Apply | English language requirements |
University of Exeter 12 Sep |
Eligibility: All except Medicine Contact: internationalenquiries@exeter.ac.uk Links: Apply | English language requirements |
DET accepting UK universities with January 2026 intakes
Don’t hit pause on your dreams
Plans change—but your future doesn’t have to wait. With the Duolingo English Test and a growing network of flexible UK universities, you still have time to start your journey this year.