International students' guide to Clearing

Clearing is a process used by UK universities to fill available undergraduate spaces for the upcoming academic year once the main application cycle has closed in June. Clearing is open to all prospective undergraduate students regardless of nationality or age.

Region and country specific information is available. We are able to accept a number of international qualifications for clearing and welcome hundreds of international students on our campuses every year. If you would like to discuss your application with a member of our team looking after students from your country or region, you can find their details on our country pages.

• Clearing closes in October. However, our courses may close to new applications earlier than this as places are filled. If you will need a Student Visa to study in the UK, you will need extra time to get your Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies (CAS) and make your visa application. We advise making your application as early as possible because Clearing will close to international applicants at a time to allow these extra steps. More information about immigration permission to study in the UK can be found here.
• If your grades are lower than our published entry requirements you can still apply to Essex. We'll review your application as a whole, including previous academic history, personal statement and reference before a final decision is made. If we can't make you an offer for the course you have applied for, we'll automatically consider your application for other related courses.
• There is still availability for late accommodation bookings, so don’t miss out on your chance to secure a room. You'll have a home at Essex just minutes away from the buzz of central campus.