How to apply to NTU: your step-by-step guide
Applying to university is an exciting step towards your future. Whether you’re applying from school or college, as a mature student, or with support from a parent or carer, knowing what to expect can help you feel confident about your choices.
At NTU, we’ll support you throughout your application journey – from finding the right course and completing your UCAS application to understanding your offer and preparing to join us.
Applying to NTU in three steps
1. Find your course
Explore our undergraduate courses and check:
- course content and opportunities
- entry requirements
- application details
2. Submit your UCAS application
To apply, you’ll need to:
- register with UCAS
- complete your personal details and education history
- add your course choices
- write your personal statement
- provide a reference
- submit your application
3. Track your application and respond to your offer
We’ll keep you updated throughout the process, including:
- your application status
- decisions and offers
- information about your next steps
How does the undergraduate application process work?
Your UCAS application helps us understand your academic background, interests and reasons for choosing your course.
Your application includes:
- personal information
- your qualifications and education history
- your course choices
- your personal statement
- a reference
Before submitting your application, check that your details are accurate and that you have included everything needed for your chosen course.
Before you apply to NTU
Choosing where to study is an important decision. Before submitting your application, take the opportunity to explore NTU and get a better understanding of what university life could be like.
An open day is a great way to experience NTU for yourself, discover more about your subject area and get a feel for our community.
When should I apply to NTU?
The UCAS application cycle has key deadlines throughout the year, so it’s important to check the dates that apply to your course and circumstances.
Applying early gives you more time to:
- research your options
- prepare your application
- consider your university choices
- make confident decisions about your future.
Students can begin submitting completed undergraduate applications through UCAS from Tuesday 1 September 2026 for courses starting in autumn 2027. Applications can be prepared in advance, but this date marks the official start of the 2027 application cycle.
The equal consideration deadline for applying to all 2027 entry UCAS undergraduate courses is 6 pm (UK time) on Wednesday 13 January 2027, except those with a 15 October 2026 deadline.
While the University welcomes applications after the January deadline, we will only be able to make offers if places are still available.
UCAS Extra opens on Thursday 25 February 2027. Extra is the next step of the application cycle for applicants who have no offers from their five choices or have declined any offers received.
Any new applications submitted after 6 pm on Wednesday 30 June 2027 (for 2027 entry) will automatically be entered into Clearing. Clearing is the process that helps students who haven’t secured a university place to find and apply for a course.
While the University welcomes applications after the January deadline, we will only be able to make offers if places are still available.
This deadline marks the end of the main UCAS application cycle and transition into Clearing.
Thursday 1 July 2027 is the final day applicants can use UCAS Extra to add an additional choice if they have not received or accepted an offer. After this date, Extra closes and applicants who are still without a place will need to use Clearing.
Clearing opens on Friday 2 July 2027 (for 2027 entry). From this date, applicants who are not holding an offer can search and apply for available course places through Clearing.
A-level results will be published on Thursday 12 August 2027. You'll be able to check if you’ve been accepted on UCAS Hub.
What happens after I apply to NTU?
Submitting your application is the start of your journey with us.
After you apply, you can track your progress through UCAS and start preparing for your next steps.
You can also:
- understand your offer
- explore accommodation options
- find out about fees and funding
- learn more about student life and support.
We’ll keep in touch throughout the process to help you feel confident about your decision and prepare for joining NTU.
Supporting someone applying to university?
Parents and carers often play an important role in helping students make decisions about their future.
Find information and guidance to help you support someone applying to NTU.
Your application checklist
Before submitting your application, make sure you have:
- Chosen your course
- Checked the entry requirements
- Prepared your personal statement
- Arranged your reference
- Submitted your UCAS application
- Checked your UCAS account for updates
Ready to apply?
Start your UCAS application and take the next step towards studying at NTU.