How to apply through Clearing

Clearing makes it possible to find a course that’s right for you.

Learn how to apply by choosing the option below that best describes your situation.

This page was updated July 2026

I’ve got my official results and I’m ready to apply through Clearing now

I've got my results

I don’t have my results but want to get ready for results day

I'm waiting for my results

You can still use Clearing if you’re an international applicant

Deadlines, visa and CAS guidance may differ. Check what you need before you apply.

See our Clearing guidance for international students

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I’ve got my results

Follow these steps to apply through Clearing.

1. Search for a course

Find courses with places available through Clearing.

Find your course

2. Choose how you’re applying

A) I have an active UCAS profile

  1. Speak to us/apply online and receive a verbal or online offer.
  2. Add Brighton as your Clearing choice in UCAS Hub.
  3. We confirm your place.

B) I don’t have an active UCAS profile

You can still apply through Clearing if you don’t have an active UCAS profile.

  1. Speak to us/apply online and receive an offer.
  2. Complete the Confirmation of Clearing Acceptance form.
  3. We confirm your place.

3. Check for extra course requirements

Some courses may need a portfolio or interview. Search our courses to see detailed entry requirements. 

Find out how to prepare a portfolio for Clearing.

Read our advice on preparing for a Clearing interview.

Find your course

4. Have your information ready

Having these details to hand will speed up your application.

  • Exam results
  • UCAS ID (if applicable)
  • Contact details
  • Qualifications
  • Questions you want to ask

5. Submit your application

If you need any assistance, our team is here to help you every step of the way.

I’m waiting for my results

Get ready now so you can apply quickly on results day.

1. Explore available courses

Look through courses in Clearing with available places and shortlist your favourites.

Find your course

2. Check the entry requirements

Review grades, portfolio and interview requirements where relevant. Detailed entry requirements are given on each course page.

Find your course

3. Get your information ready

Gather UCAS details (if you have a UCAS profile), qualification details, contact details, the courses you are interested in and any questions you have. 

4. Save our contact details

Call us on results day on 01273 644000. Our lines open early.

5. Come back when you have your official results

You’ll be able to apply through Clearing using the route described above.

Not sure what to do on results day? 

Read our frequently asked questions.

Our team are here to help you – find out how to contact us below.

Read our FAQs

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Call us

Lines are open:
Monday to Thursday 9am–5pm, Friday 9am–4.30pm and for longer around A-level results day.

Call us on 01273 644000

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Live chat

Chat online with our team for quick answers via the chat widget on these web pages.

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Send us an enquiry

Ask a question online and we’ll get back to you.

Ready to explore your options?

Explore courses with places available through Clearing.

Learn how to accept a Clearing offer when you get one.

Find your course

Some helpful questions before you apply

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