What are CAS and offer letters in the UK admission process?

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Offer Letter - Issued by university after reviewing your application. It can be conditional (meeting some requirements) or unconditional (all requirements met).

CAS - Unique reference no. issued by your UK Uni after you accept your offer and pay deposit. Your CAS number is required to apply for UK St

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