yeah, unfortunately they usually want you to be applying from March-May time. You've missed the boat a litle, but don't be too disheartened. Just because you don't see any advertised courses you're interested in, you can still write to institutions with any ideas you may have for projects. You can apply for PhDs and start them all year round, but they usually aim most of the deadlines to be filled with fresh graduates. Good luck and congrats on your 1st
Lewis