International admissions process

For over 40 years, students have been choosing SAE as the starting point for making a successful career in the creative industry – and now you can too!

If you are not sure yet which course is best for you, simply contact one of our Admissions Advisors who will be happy to discuss the best options.

If you already know the course you wish to apply for then just follow our simple step-by-step guide below to making an application.

YOUR FIVE STEPS TO SAE

Step 1: RESEARCH YOUR CHOSEN CAMPUS AND CITY

Want to learn more about SAE before applying? We get it – that’s why we host Open Events throughout the year, both in-person and online. These are the perfect opportunity to see our facilities, experience life at SAE, hear directly from our lecturers and current students, and get all your questions answered.

You can also book a guided campus tour at your preferred location, led by one of our friendly Campus Recruitment Officers. They’ll be happy to talk you through everything from technical specs and course content to the application process.

To help with your decision, we’ve even created ultimate city guides for each of our campuses – London, Liverpool, Leeds, Glasgow, and Leamington Spa – so you can start exploring what life might be like beyond the classroom.

Step 2: Start your application

To start your application to study at SAE simply fill in our application form. This form will take you approximately 20 minutes to complete. Before you begin, be sure to review the entry requirements for your chosen course – including proof of English proficiency and other necessary supporting documents.

Start your application

If you need any help, at any stage, simply contact our friendly Admissions Team on 0333 0112315 or via email ukenquiries@sae.edu and they’ll guide you through the process.

Step 2: PARTICIPATE IN A ZOOM INTERVIEW WITH AN SAE ADMISSIONS OFFICER

Depending on where you are applying from, you may need to attend an interview with an Admissions Officer to discuss a range of topics, covering your motivations to study, accommodation and budgeting.

Step 4: Making you an offer

One we have successfully reviewed your application, you can look forward to receiving a formal offer from us.

Step 5: Accepting your offer

Once you have received your offer, we recommend accepting as soon as possible as we have limited places on all SAE courses. Once you’ve accepted, you’ll need to upload the required compliance documents and pay any applicable tuition fees. After that, you’ll gain early access to a range of helpful resources and activities to support you and get you ready for life at SAE before your course begins – including budgeting tips, guidance on preparing for uni life, and essential info on student renting.

GUIDANCE FOR INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS REQUIRING A VISA

For International students who require a student visa to study with us, once you’ve accepted your offer and met all compliance requirements – including payment of relevant tuition fees – you’ll be issued a Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies (CAS) number. This allows you to begin your UK student visa application. One of our Admissions Advisors will then contact you and guide you through each step of the visa process. You can view more information on student visas here.