Start your master’s this March

A March start date offers a flexible start date, the potential for smaller groups and the chance to begin your degree without waiting until September.

March is ideal for recent graduates, career changers, working professionals and anyone who decided on postgraduate study after the September and January deadlines.

Eligible UK students can apply for the government Postgraduate Master’s Loan, for March start courses, subject to Student Finance England criteria.

A March start may align well with some employers’ recruitment cycles and could suit those planning a career transition.

Use the search bar above to view all postgraduate courses offering a March 2026 start.

Deadlines vary by course, but applications for many March-start courses typically close in February. However, some may close applications earlier if capacity is reached. Applying early ensures time to arrange funding and documents.

March cohorts tend to be smaller, offering more personalised support and a quieter start to postgraduate study.

Many March start courses offer both full-time and part-time options, allowing you to balance study with work or family commitments.

Some March start courses accept international students depending on visa requirements. Check individual course pages for availability and entry criteria.

In most cases, you can request a deferral to a later start date, often May, July or September, depending on course availability.