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For the 2026 admission cycle, UK universities publish Clearing vacancies on their official websites. This article covers what the official pages for Brunel University of London and the University of Exeter state as of 24 July 2026, with a focus on courses that may suit applicants holding A-level results between BBB and BBC. The information below is drawn strictly from the supplied official pages. Vacancy listings change, so you must recheck each university’s live page before making any decision.
What the official pages establish
The supplied evidence covers two universities with explicit Clearing information. Brunel University of London’s Clearing page states that Clearing is open for September 2026 entry and lists over 100 undergraduate degrees. The University of Exeter’s international Clearing page lists vacancies for international-assessed applicants and includes an entry requirements table spanning A-level grades from AAA down to BCC.
Neither page confirms that any specific course is guaranteed to accept BBB or BBC grades. The Exeter page lists the grade bands it considers, but individual course vacancies and their exact requirements must be verified on the live page.
Brunel University of London: what the official pages show
Brunel’s Clearing page confirms the following as of the data date:
- Clearing is open for September 2026 entry.
- The university offers a Clearing Open Day on 14 August 2026 and campus tours from 5 August to 28 September 2026.
- A-level, T-level and BTEC results day is 13 August 2026, when the Clearing hotline opens between 8am and 9pm (BST).
The course search page lists undergraduate courses marked “Available in Clearing”, including Accountancy BSc (Hons), Aerospace Engineering BEng (Hons), Anthropology BSc (Hons), Banking and Finance BSc (Hons), and Biomedical Science (Biochemistry) BSc (Hons). The page does not state the A-level grade requirements for any of these courses. You must check the live course page or contact the university directly for grade thresholds.
University of Exeter: international Clearing vacancies
Exeter’s international Clearing page lists vacancies for applicants assessed as international students. The page includes an entry requirements table with A-level grades from AAA down to BCC, alongside equivalent IB, BTEC, French Baccalaureat, and HKDSE scores. The table does not assign specific grades to specific courses.
Each course entry shows the campus location and UCAS code. For example, BSc Accounting and Business (NN41) is at the Streatham Campus in Exeter, and BSc Business (N110) is at the Penryn Campus near Falmouth, Cornwall.
The page states that vacancy listings may change, with more programmes becoming available as results day approaches in August. Some programmes require an interview, either in person or via Zoom. You must check the live page for the current list and any course-specific conditions.
What still requires live rechecking
The sheet data is dated 24 July 2026. Both universities state that Clearing vacancies change over time. The following must be verified on each official URL before you rely on it:
- Whether a specific course still has a vacancy.
- The exact A-level grades (or equivalent qualifications) required for that course.
- Whether the course is open to international applicants on the day you check.
- Any interview requirements or additional conditions.
- Application deadlines, which may differ from the general Clearing window.
For Brunel, check the course search page at https://www.brunel.ac.uk/study/courses?courseLevel=0%252F2%252F24%252F28%252F43 and the Clearing page at https://www.brunel.ac.uk/clearing. For Exeter, check the international Clearing page at https://vacancies.exeter.ac.uk/clearing/international/.
Schools without explicit score statements in the evidence
The supplied evidence includes Google-grounded facts referencing other universities, but those facts are not part of the locked official evidence for this article. The only universities with verifiable official pages in this evidence are Brunel and Exeter. For any other university mentioned in general discussions of Clearing 2026, you must rely on that university’s own official website for current information. The sheet does not provide official URLs or verified vacancy statements for those institutions, so no score thresholds or programme availability can be stated here.
International applicant considerations
Both universities address international applicants directly. and mentions guaranteed campus accommodation if you apply by 31 August 2026. Exeter’s Clearing page is specifically for international-assessed applicants and notes that fee status is determined according to UK government guidelines, with further advice available from the UKCISA website.
Neither page promises admission, scholarships, or visa outcomes. Both pages require you to meet English language requirements. Brunel’s page does not list specific English requirements in the supplied evidence.
FAQ
Does the evidence confirm that BBB or BBC grades guarantee a Clearing place?
No. The official pages list vacancies and grade bands, but they do not guarantee that any specific course will accept BBB or BBC grades. You must check the live course page for each programme.
Where can I find Brunel’s current Clearing course list?
Brunel’s course search page at https://www.brunel.ac.uk/study/courses?courseLevel=0%252F2%252F24%252F28%252F43 shows undergraduate courses marked “Available in Clearing”. The Clearing page at https://www.brunel.ac.uk/clearing provides the application process and key dates.
Does Exeter list international Clearing vacancies separately?
Yes. Exeter’s international Clearing page at https://vacancies.exeter.ac.uk/clearing/international/ lists vacancies for international-assessed applicants. UK-fee students are directed to a separate UK vacancies page.
Are there any courses at Exeter that require an interview?
Yes. Exeter’s page states that for some programmes, you will be required to attend an interview either in person or via Zoom. The specific programmes are not named in the supplied evidence, so check the live page.
What is the deadline for Brunel campus accommodation in Clearing?
Brunel’s Clearing page states that international students who apply by 31 August 2026 can secure a room in campus halls. This is separate from the course application deadline.
Do the official pages mention English language requirements?
Brunel’s Clearing page in the supplied evidence does not list specific English requirements, but the course search page may contain this information.
Official sources
- Explore our courses | Brunel University of London
- Clearing at Brunel | Brunel University of London
- Clearing | University of Exeter
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