What to do after you've got an offer in Clearing

Congratulations, you've secured your place at Birmingham City University! We’re so excited to welcome you this September – your university journey starts right now. There’s a lot to look forward to, but first, it’s important to act quickly and get a few key things sorted. Don’t worry, we’ll guide you through what to do next so you can relax and start getting excited for your new life at BCU.

Apply for accommodation

Accommodation is guaranteed if you apply by 30 September 2025. Get the lowdown on how to apply for student accommodation.

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Guaranteed accommodation

You can apply for accommodation once you’ve had your Clearing offer confirmed by us. We’ll support you throughout the process, so you can find the best accommodation for you.

We have a wide range of accommodation options to live with other students, close to academic and social spaces close to campus.

We still have accommodation available for students applying through Clearing. Accommodation is guaranteed if you apply by 30 September 2025.

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Everything you need to succeed from day one

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