Clearing - Birkbeck, University of London

Clearing for 2026 will open on 2 July.

Find out more about the courses we offer, book to come and meet us at our next Open Day and apply to start in October 2026.

Fit your studies around your work or other commitments, achieve your goals and get ahead in a competitive job market with a prestigious University of London degree.

Undergraduate course list

Take a look at our undergraduate courses.

Clearing FAQs

Find out everything you need to know about Clearing, including how to apply.

Top reasons to choose Birkbeck

Find out what makes Birkbeck, University of London such a special and unique place to study.

Three-step guide to applying through Clearing

Watch our handy video which explains how to apply to Birkbeck through Clearing in three simple steps.

Clearing FAQs

Student support services

Explore the support available to students at Birkbeck.

Degrees with foundation year

If you don’t receive the grades to study an undergraduate degree, you may be eligible for a degree with foundation year.

Explore our campus

Follow Birkbeck student Charlie as she takes you on a video tour of our beautiful central London campus.

Hear from our students

"Applying through Clearing was a lot easier than I thought!"

BA Digital Media and Spanish student, Julianah, shares her experience of coming to Birkbeck through Clearing. She reflects on how easy the clearing process was, how Birkbeck's flexible study options appealed to her, and how studying at Birkbeck has had a positive impact on her life.

Undergraduate study at Birkbeck

"Coming to Birkbeck through Clearing was one of the best decisions of my life"

BA Japanese Studies student, Sean, shares his experience of coming to Birkbeck through Clearing. He reflects on how simple the Clearing process was and how studying at Birkbeck has helped him grow in confidence.

Undergraduate study at Birkbeck

Students share their experiences of studying at Birkbeck, including why they chose Birkbeck, the social life, what they love about our location, and the teaching.

Student life at Birkbeck

Students share their experiences of student life and making friends through their studies, clubs and societies.

What our students say

Read our student blogs where students and graduates share their personal stories.

Chat to our students

Have any questions about courses, applying or student life at Birkbeck? Chat with our student ambassadors via Unibuddy.

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Find out more

UCAS Hub

This is your area to access all the tools and information needed to apply for up to five universities and to adjust your options, if needed, when UCAS Clearing opens.

Financial support

We understand that studying at university can be costly, and we are committed to doing everything we can to help you to finance your studies.

Student accommodation

Birkbeck students can access residence options with our partner halls. Our partner, University of London, offers free professional advice for their housing services.