Clearing for international students

International students can apply through Clearing in the UK, but the process and deadlines may differ depending on your situation. This page explains the key deadlines, application routes, and what to consider for visas and your CAS.

Check if you can apply through Clearing as an international student
How to compare qualifications
Clearing application deadlines
Visa and CAS deadlines
Application deadlines for most courses in Clearing
Application deadlines for interviewing courses
Tips for international students
Need help with your application?
Useful Clearing resources.

This page was last updated on 1 July 2026.

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Yes — international students can apply through Clearing.

If you are applying from overseas and have received your results, you may be eligible to apply through Clearing. International applicants will have earlier deadlines due to a lengthy visa application process.

Check if you can apply through Clearing as an international student

You can usually apply through Clearing if:

you are applying for an undergraduate degree
you have received your results
you meet the entry requirements for your chosen course
you can meet our visa and CAS deadlines

When Clearing might be right for you

You may be eligible if:

you did not receive an offer through UCAS
your results mean you want to explore different options
you applied after the UCAS deadline

Learn more about how Clearing works

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How to compare your qualifications

If you are applying from outside the UK, you will need to check how your qualifications compare to UK entry requirements.

You can:

check entry requirements on the course page
compare your qualifications to our entry requirements on the course page
contact our international team on InternationalOffice@brighton.ac.uk if you are unsure

Clearing application deadlines for international students

Application deadlines depend on:

the course you are applying for
whether you applied through UCAS
whether you are applying from inside or outside the UK

If you have not applied through UCAS in this cycle, you will need to complete a Confirmation of Clearing Acceptance form to confirm your place, which will take longer to process.

Visa and CAS deadlines

International applicants may have earlier deadlines to ensure a Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies (CAS) can be issued in time to support a visa application.

You must meet our CAS and visa deadlines to ensure you can arrive for your course start date.

Make sure you:

submit all required documents promptly
pay your tuition fee deposit (if required)
complete your CAS application
allow enough time to apply for and receive your visa.

View our CAS and visa deadlines

Application deadlines for most courses in Clearing

Application deadlines depend on:

the course you are applying for
whether you applied through UCAS
whether you are applying from inside or outside of the UK.

If you have not applied through UCAS in this cycle, you will need to complete a Confirmation of Clearing Acceptance form to confirm your place, which will take longer to process.

Applying from outside the UK

If you’re applying through Clearing from outside of the UK, please see the deadlines below.

For students that have not applied through UCAS in this cycle:

For students from a country not on the Home Office differential evidence list: 12pm on Thursday 13 August
For students from a country on the Home Office differential evidence list: 12pm on Tuesday 25 August

For students who have applied through UCAS in this cycle:

For students from a country not on the Home Office differential evidence list: 12pm on Tuesday 18 August
For students from a country on the Home Office differential evidence list: 12pm on Friday 28 August

Applying from within the UK

If you’re applying through Clearing from within the UK, the deadlines are:

For students who have not applied through UCAS in this cycle: 12pm on Thursday 3 September
For students who have applied through UCAS in this cycle: 12pm on Tuesday 8 September

Tips for applying through Clearing as an international student

There are a few different ways to apply to Brighton through Clearing The best route may depend on where you are applying from, whether you already have your results, and whether you are using an agent.

Ways to apply

Apply online

From 1 July 2026, you will be able to apply to us directly online using our self-apply form. This is usually the quickest way to apply if you already have all your exam results.

Apply by phone

If you are waiting for exam results that are released in August, you can call our International Office on 13 and 14 August using the main Clearing hotline: +44 1273 644000.

Apply through an agent

You can apply through an agent at any time, including during Clearing. Your agent can submit an application on your behalf using our self-apply form.

Tips before you apply

You should:

have your exam certificates and English language test results ready
check the entry requirements for your chosen course
choose your course before starting your application
apply as early as possible
allow enough time for your CAS and visa application.

Application deadlines for interviewing courses in Clearing

The below courses have earlier application deadlines for international students in Clearing because they require interviews (and/or tests) and additional checks:

Nursing (Adult) BSc(Hons)
Occupational Therapy BSc(Hons)
Pharmacy MPharm
Pharmacy MPharm with preparatory year
Physical Education BA(Hons) with QTS
Physiotherapy BSc(Hons)
Podiatry BSc(Hons)
Primary Education (3-7) BA(Hons) with QTS
Primary Education (5-11) BA(Hons) with QTS.

Applying from outside the UK

If you’re applying through Clearing from outside of the UK, please see the deadlines below.

For students that have not applied through UCAS in this cycle:

For students from a country not on the Home Office differential evidence list: Wednesday 5 August
For students from a country on the Home Office differential evidence list: Monday 17 August

For students who have applied through UCAS in this cycle:

For students from a country not on the Home Office differential evidence list: Monday 10 August
For students from a country on the Home Office differential evidence list: Thursday 20 August

Applying from within the UK

If you’re applying through Clearing from within the UK, the deadlines are:

For students who have not applied through UCAS in this cycle: Wednesday 26 August
For students who have applied through UCAS in this cycle: Monday 31 August

Social Work BSc(Hons)

Our Social Work BSc(Hons) degree also has earlier application deadlines.

Applying from outside the UK

If you’re applying through Clearing from outside of the UK, please see the deadlines below.

For students that have not applied through UCAS in this cycle:

For students from a country not on the Home Office differential evidence list: Wednesday 29 July
For students from a country on the Home Office differential evidence list: Monday 10 August

For students who have applied through UCAS in this cycle:

For students from a country not on the Home Office differential evidence list: Monday 3 August
For students from a country on the Home Office differential evidence list: Thursday 13 August

Applying from within the UK

If you’re applying through Clearing from within the UK, the deadlines are:

For students who have not applied through UCAS in this cycle: Wednesday 19 August
For students who have applied through UCAS in this cycle: Monday 24 August

Need help with your application?

Our international team can guide you through each step of the process:

Contact our international team: InternationalOffice@brighton.ac.uk

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5 Clearing tips for international students

You may be unfamiliar with how Clearing works in the UK, so here's some useful Clearing tips for international students to help you prepare for the process.

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To be able to submit your Clearing application we will need the following information from you:
- your exam results, including English language test results
- your UCAS ID (if you have one)
- a list of the courses and subject areas you're interested in
- why you want to study your chosen subject.
You must have all of your qualification results already to make an application. Here are our English language requirements and accepted tests.

If your course needs you to provide a portfolio here's some useful advice how to create an online portfolio for Clearing.
In Clearing for international students there are different ways you can apply. It is helpful to understand the difference between them so you can choose the way which will suit you best.
1. You can apply through UCAS main cycle until 30 June 2026. The UCAS fee is £28.95.
2. Apply to us directly: from 1 July 2026 you will be able to apply to us in Clearing using our self-apply form.
3. Apply by phone: you can call our International Office directly to apply on 13 and 14 August, by calling +44 1273 644000.
4. Apply through an agent: you can apply to us through an agent at any time, including during clearing. You just need to find a local representative and have them contact us through our Agent Portal on your behalf.
You can find a local representative by first finding your country and then looking at the key information section and selecting ‘Find an agent’.

To receive a decision as quickly as possible, we recommend that you apply either through our self-apply form, or by calling our Clearing hotline on 13 or 14 August.
Studying in a different country is an exciting opportunity that provides you with great cultural experiences and makes you an asset to any workplace once you have graduated. That being said, it is also a big commitment and it’s important to make sure that you choose a university that is the right fit for you and will provide you with the experiences that you are looking for.

Before you apply read our deciding what to study at university guide.

If you don’t find the right fit this year, at Brighton or somewhere else, you are able to apply again next year.
As an international student, you may have already had your academic qualifications. However, depending on where you are applying from you might need to apply for a student visa and accommodation.

You must submit your application in plenty of time for us to assess it, conduct a Clearing interview (if required) and verify your qualifications.

All applicants outside of the UK who apply via Clearing should apply for their CAS no later than Monday 24 August 2026.

If a course is full or there's not enough time for you to get a student visa, we can't consider your application. If you want to join us this September we advise you submit your application as soon as possible.
Once you have received and accepted an offer, it's time to complete your CAS application, pay your tuition fee deposit (if required) and apply for your Student visa (if you need one). Then you can plan what essentials you need to pack, and book your travel!

You will be invited to join our online and in-person orientation programme which is a great chance for you to make new friends ahead of the start of your course.

Clearing resources for international students

Clearing for international students

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