Clearing - University of Staffordshire London

Explore Clearing places at the University of the Year for employability

At University of Staffordshire London, we offer lots of real-world learning experiences, hands-on projects and personalised support. You’ll also be studying alongside start-ups and innovative companies, giving you excellent access to industry connections to help build your future career.

University of the year for employability

Academic Employability Awards 2026. Graduate Futures Institute.

1st in the UK for games education

TIGA Best Games Institute 2024, 2025 & Rookies Game Design and Development 2023, 2025.

1st for job placement rates

Games School Rankings by GAMEducation 2023, 2024.

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What is Clearing?

Clearing is a way to find a university place if you don’t already have one. Whether you’ve changed your mind about where or what to study, have received unexpected results in your exams, or have just started thinking about university, we’re here to help.

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Key dates for Clearing

UK and international students can apply to courses through UCAS before 30 June.

30 June - UCAS main applications close

The deadline to apply through UCAS. If you apply after this date your application will go through Clearing.

2 July - Clearing opens

If you have your results already, you can apply through Clearing. If you'd like to explore whether Clearing might be for you, contact us for any questions or support.

13 August - Results day

After you've collected your A-level or BTEC results, you can apply through Clearing. We have a simple and quick Clearing process, and we're available to help with your application.

Why choose University of Staffordshire London?

Industry connections

We have links with big-name companies – and that means you do too. Our graduates have gone on to work for Naughty Dog, Checkpoint Software Technologies and Rockstar Games.

Vibrant city life

We’re based in Stratford, East London, which has a wide array of shops, restaurants, green spaces and sports facilities. You’ll have the world on your doorstep.

Cutting-edge facilities

Immerse yourself in our ultra-modern spaces, which have the look and feel of a real tech business. You’ll also take part in live industry projects.

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Be at the heart of London's innovation district

As the UK’s leading university for games education, we are globally recognised as one of the world’s top Games Institutes and home to one of the largest games education communities internationally. We are also nationally and internationally recognised for digital excellence, with sector leading provision in computing, AI, cyber, cloud, networks and software development.

University of Staffordshire London is located within a thriving business and education ecosystem for Games & digital innovation based at Here East in East London - enabling our students to have access to innovation and tech hubs, real-world commercial projects and industry professionals. We specialise in hands-on and immersive learning, helping you to become a career-ready professional.

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