Apply for your CAS

Navigating the Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies (CAS) application process is a crucial step in your journey to studying with us. We've tried to make it as straightforward as possible, so below you'll find our step-by-step guide to help you through each stage.

How to start your CAS application

Step 1: Check your email after receiving a conditional offer

Shortly after receiving a conditional offer from Brunel University, you will be emailed a link to the CAS Shield system to begin your application for a Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies (CAS). This online platform will guide you through the process and help you upload all necessary documents. You must complete the CAS Shield application before Brunel can issue a CAS. 

Step 2: Review your information and provide documents to the Admissions Office

Check all your personal information is correct and provide the following documents/payment (which will be outlined in your offer letter)

  • Passport: Ensure your passport is valid for the duration of your course. If you plan to renew it, do so before starting your CAS application.
  • Academic certificates/transcripts: Upload scanned copies of your relevant certificates and transcripts.
  • English proficiency: Supply evidence of your English language proficiency to meet Brunel's English language requirement. This is likely to be a relevant qualification such as an IELTS certificate. Please note that some common English qualifications, such as IELTS, have a two year validity period. Brunel will only accept these for entry if valid at the start of the course. 
  • Tuition deposit/fees or evidence of financial sponsorship: Where applicable, please pay your tuition fee deposit or provide evidence of your financial sponsorship as early as possible.
  • ATAS certificate: If required for your course, upload your ATAS certificate.

Step 3: Complete all sections of your CAS Shield application

Please ensure that you complete all sections of the CAS Shield application as early as you can. You’ll need to demonstrate sufficient funding for your studies and may need to upload financial documents to be checked. 

Step 4: Credibility interview (if required)

You might be asked to complete a pre-CAS recorded credibility interview within the CAS Shield application. This is to discuss your decision to study with us.

Step 5: Receive your CAS email

Your CAS will be issued once you have met all conditions of your offer, including the completion of your CAS Shield application, provided you have been deemed suitable for the sponsorship of a Student visa. The CAS will be emailed to you within six months of the course start date, and contains essential information for your visa application. If there are any errors, please contact the International Admissions team immediately.

Important notes

  • Timing: Completing all steps towards the conditions of your offer and verifying your documents can take some time. We advise you start the process as early as possible to avoid delays.
  • Document submission: We do not accept any documents submitted via email. Please ensure all required information is uploaded onto your eVision portal. You may also be asked to upload documents on CAS Shield. 

Applying for your Student visa

Once you receive your CAS, you can go ahead with your Student visa application. We recommend you apply as soon as possible to try and ensure you receive your visa in good time to arrive before the start of your course. 

If you have any questions or need assistance, please don’t hesitate to reach out to our International Admissions team.