Can I get a Arts & Humanities place through Clearing 2026?

Very likely. We track 4,111 undergraduate arts & humanities courses across UK universities with published entry points, and universities routinely accept applicants through Clearing at or below those points. Use the grade checker to see courses that match your results.

What UCAS points do I need for Arts & Humanities in Clearing?

It varies widely. 2,240 of the courses we track publish typical offers at CCC (96 UCAS points) or below, and many universities accept a grade or two lower than the published offer during Clearing.

Which universities have the most Arts & Humanities courses?

Liverpool Hope University, Falmouth University, University for the Creative Arts list the most undergraduate arts & humanities courses in our data. Course counts are not vacancy guarantees — ring the university's Clearing hotline to confirm places.

How do I apply through Clearing?

Call the university first — do not add a Clearing choice on UCAS until they have made you a verbal offer. Have your UCAS ID, results and a one-line reason you want the course ready before you ring.

Arts & Humanities courses in Clearing 2026

4,111 undergraduate arts & humanities courses across UK universities with published entry points — sorted by student satisfaction and graduate salary, not by who paid for the slot. English, history, philosophy, languages, art, design, music, media.

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Typical entry points

Number of courses available at-or-below each UCAS points threshold. In clearing, universities often accept one to two grades below their published offer.

Grade combination	UCAS points	Courses at or below
CCC	96 pts	2,240
BBC	112 pts	3,919
ABB	128 pts	4,109
AAA	144 pts	4,109
AAA	160 pts	4,109
AAA*	168 pts	4,109

Universities with the most arts & humanities courses

Course counts are not vacancy guarantees — ring the university's clearing line to confirm places.

Top arts & humanities courses in clearing

4,109 courses match — showing the top 24 by student satisfaction.

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Acting

University of Central Lancashire

BA (Hons) ·Full-time ·3 Years ·Preston

Typical offer: See entry requirements
Satisfaction: 97%
Grad salary: £18,000

Fine Art

Liverpool Hope University

BA (Hons) ·Full-time ·3 Years ·Liverpool

Typical offer: BCC
Satisfaction: 97%
Grad salary: £24,000

Fine Art (with Foundation Year)

Liverpool Hope University

BA (Hons) ·Full-time including foundation year ·4 Years ·Liverpool

Typical offer: 72 pts
Satisfaction: 97%
Grad salary: £24,000

Early Childhood Studies

Liverpool John Moores University

BA (Hons) ·Full-time ·3 Years ·Liverpool

Typical offer: BCC - BBB
Satisfaction: 97%
Grad salary: £24,000

Interior Design

Manchester Metropolitan University

BA (Hons) ·Full-time ·3 Years ·Manchester

Typical offer: BCC - BBC
Satisfaction: 96%
Grad salary: £23,500

Special Educational Needs & Disability with Foundation Year

University of Derby

BA (Hons) ·Full-time ·4 Years ·Derby

Typical offer: DDD
Satisfaction: 96%
Grad salary: £27,000

Jewellery and Silversmithing

Birmingham City University

HND ·Full-time ·2 Years ·Birmingham

Typical offer: CC
Satisfaction: 95%

Photography

Birmingham City University

BA (Hons) ·Full-time ·3 Years ·Birmingham

Typical offer: BBC
Satisfaction: 95%
Grad salary: £22,000

Early Years

University of Greenwich

BA (Hons) ·Full-time ·3 Years ·Greenwich

Typical offer: 104 pts
Satisfaction: 95%

Animation

University of Derby

BA (Hons) ·Full-time ·3 Years ·Derby

Typical offer: BBC - BCC
Satisfaction: 94%

Fashion Business and Promotion

University of Salford

BA (Hons) ·Full-time ·3 Years ·Salford

Typical offer: See entry requirements
Satisfaction: 94%
Grad salary: £22,000

Geography

University of Gloucestershire

BSc (Hons) ·Full-time ·3 Years ·Cheltenham

Typical offer: BBC - ABB
Satisfaction: 94%
Grad salary: £22,500

Primary Education with QTS

University of East London

BA (Hons) ·Full-time ·3 Years ·Newham

Typical offer: BBC
Satisfaction: 94%
Grad salary: £25,500

Primary Education with QTS

St Mary's University, Twickenham

BA (Hons) ·Full-time ·3 Years ·Twickenham

Typical offer: BBC
Satisfaction: 94%
Grad salary: £31,000

Physical Education (Secondary QTS)

University of Chichester

BA (Hons) ·Full-time ·4 Years ·Chichester

Typical offer: BCC
Satisfaction: 94%
Grad salary: £28,000

Digital Media and Communications

Manchester Metropolitan University

BSc (Hons) ·Full-time ·3 Years ·Manchester

Typical offer: BCC - BBC
Satisfaction: 94%
Grad salary: £22,000

Geography (fast-track)

University of Gloucestershire

BSc (Hons) ·Full-time ·2 Years ·Cheltenham

Typical offer: BBC - ABB
Satisfaction: 94%
Grad salary: £22,500

Advertising and Public Relations

University of West London

BA (Hons) ·Full-time ·3 Years ·Ealing

Typical offer: BBC
Satisfaction: 93%

Interior Architecture and Design

Sheffield Hallam University

BA (Hons) ·Full-time ·3 Years ·Sheffield

Typical offer: 112 pts
Satisfaction: 93%

Photography

University of Salford

BA (Hons) ·Full-time ·3 Years ·Salford

Typical offer: See entry requirements
Satisfaction: 93%
Grad salary: £23,500

Journalism

University of Central Lancashire

BA (Hons) ·Full-time ·3 Years ·Preston

Typical offer: See entry requirements
Satisfaction: 93%

Journalism (with Foundation Year)

University of Central Lancashire

BA (Hons) ·Full-time ·4 Years ·Preston

Typical offer: See entry requirements
Satisfaction: 93%

Sports Journalism

University of Central Lancashire

BA (Hons) ·Full-time with year in industry ·4 Years ·Preston

Typical offer: See entry requirements
Satisfaction: 93%

Sports Journalism (with Foundation Year)

University of Central Lancashire

BA (Hons) ·Full-time ·4 Years ·Preston

Typical offer: See entry requirements
Satisfaction: 93%

Common questions about arts & humanities in clearing

Can I get a Arts & Humanities place through Clearing 2026?: Very likely. We track 4,111 undergraduate arts & humanities courses across UK universities with published entry points, and universities routinely accept applicants through Clearing at or below those points. Use the grade checker to see courses that match your results.
What UCAS points do I need for Arts & Humanities in Clearing?: It varies widely. 2,240 of the courses we track publish typical offers at CCC (96 UCAS points) or below, and many universities accept a grade or two lower than the published offer during Clearing.
Which universities have the most Arts & Humanities courses?: Liverpool Hope University, Falmouth University, University for the Creative Arts list the most undergraduate arts & humanities courses in our data. Course counts are not vacancy guarantees — ring the university's Clearing hotline to confirm places.
How do I apply through Clearing?: Call the university first — do not add a Clearing choice on UCAS until they have made you a verbal offer. Have your UCAS ID, results and a one-line reason you want the course ready before you ring.

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