How to apply to Open School of London
The same five steps apply whether you're enrolling from within the UK or applying from overseas — step four is specific to international applicants.
From enquiry to your first day of term.
Submit Your Enquiry
Share your course interest, current qualifications and, if applying internationally, your country of application. We reply within one working day.
Course & Level Matching
Our admissions team confirms the right course and level for you — Foundation, Undergraduate or Postgraduate — based on your qualifications.
Submit Application & Documents
Transcripts, references and (where required) a personal statement are reviewed before submission, and you'll receive a conditional or unconditional offer.
Typically 1–2 weeksCAS & Student Visa (international applicants)
Once fees are confirmed, international students receive a CAS (Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies) and support through the UK student visa application.
International applicants onlyEnrolment & Induction
Complete enrolment, attend your welcome induction, and start term with your class — with accommodation and airport pickup arranged in advance for international arrivals.
General guidance — confirmed per course during your enquiry.
UK Students
Standard entry requirements vary by course level — typically relevant prior qualifications for Undergraduate entry, or a first degree for Postgraduate entry. Access to HE Diplomas are considered for Foundation-level entry.
International Students
In addition to academic entry requirements, most international applicants need to meet our English language requirement (commonly IELTS/UKVI) and provide financial evidence as part of the CAS and visa process.
Typical intake windows.
Illustrative intake windows — confirm exact deadlines for your specific course with our admissions team.