Clearing: look on the ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø side

With award-winning financial support, work experience on every course, guaranteed halls, life in one of the UK’s most creative and inclusive cities (and our very straight-forward approach to Clearing) you can rethink what’s possible and build a brighter future on your terms. 

Clearing at ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø opens on 1 July 2026 – this is when we begin making offers.

(Updated for 2026 Clearing)

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Why look on the ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø side?

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A university connected to the real world

Every undergraduate course offers either a placement year, a professional qualification, or both. You’ll graduate with hands-on experience, practical skills and the confidence employers are looking for.

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Support that stays with you 

From careers to wellbeing, we’re here to support you before you arrive, through your studies, and beyond. And our award-winning ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø Boost financial support will help you make the best possible start.

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A city that changes your perspective 

Creative, independent and open-minded, Brighton is consistently rated one of the UK’s best student cities. Between the beach and the countryside and just over an hour to London, there really is something for everyone.

88.5%of graduates succeed within 15 months

(Graduate Outcomes 2025)

World N° 3

most diverse and inclusive city – and the happiest in the UK

(Time Out 2025) 

95%of students recommend us

(UniCompare 2027)

What is Clearing?

Clearing is part of the UCAS application process that helps you find a university place if you don’t already have one.

Find out how to apply through Clearing

How does Clearing work?

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

Learn more about how Clearing works

Key UCAS Clearing dates for 2026 entry

 Dates for 2026 
DateWhat 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 ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø 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.

Applying through Clearing

Find out how to apply through Clearing

Explore available courses

Read answers to common Clearing questions

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