Clearing: look on the Brighton side

At Brighton you'll find award-winning financial support, work experience on every course, guaranteed halls – and life in one of the UK’s most creative and inclusive cities.

With our straightforward approach to Clearing, you can rethink what’s possible and build a brighter future on your terms.

Why look on the Brighton side?
What is Clearing and how does it work?
Key UCAS Clearing dates for 2026 entry

(Updated for 2026 Clearing)

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Clearing 2026

If you have your results, you can apply online for a place through Clearing.

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Why look on the Brighton side?

When you choose Brighton in Clearing, you'll get:

Your home from home, guaranteed: If you apply through Clearing and make Brighton your firm choice you will have loads of accommodation options available to you, we will guarantee accommodation in the city.
A university connected to the real world: Every undergraduate course offers either a placement year, a professional qualification, or both.
Support that stays with you: From careers to wellbeing, we're here to support you at every step of your university journey.
A city that changes your perspective: Creative, independent and open-minded, Brighton is consistently rated one of the UK's best student cities.
Up to £1,000 of financial support with the Brighton Boost.

See for yourself at a campus visit day

Students posing for photos outside the Brighton Royal Pavilion

Discover more reasons to choose Brighton in Clearing

No 1 for student voice

on the south coast

(NSS 2026)

Almost 9/10

of our graduates are working or studying just 15 months after finishing their course

(Graduate Outcomes 2025)

95%of students recommend us

(UniCompare 2027)

What is Clearing?

Learn more about how Clearing works

Clearing is the part of the UCAS application process that helps students find a university place if they are still looking for one.

Students who didn’t get the grades they expected, who have changed their mind, or who just decided to apply later in the year can all use Clearing.

How does Clearing work?

Find out how to apply through Clearing

Clearing allows you to explore available courses and contact universities to secure a place.

Key UCAS Clearing dates for 2026 entry

Dates for 2026
Date	What happens
30 June 2026	Applications received after this point are automatically entered into Clearing.
1 July 2026	Final day for applicants to add a choice in UCAS Extra. Extra then closes. Clearing at Brighton opens and we start making offers.
2 July 2026	Clearing opens in UCAS and you can accept your Clearing offer at Brighton in UCAS
13 August 2026	A-level, T-level and BTEC exam results day (England, Wales, N Ireland). Results released from 8am.
19 October 2026	Clearing closes in UCAS for applicants Final day for you to add a Clearing choice.