International Clearing

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Find links to details about the UK university Clearing process as well as international entry requirements and visa information.

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How to contact us

Clearing will open on 5 July 2024. If we're in Clearing for 2024, we'll publish more details about our Clearing telephone hotline, including contact number and opening times, shortly before Clearing opens on 5 July 2024.

If you have a question for our international team before Clearing opens, email one of our regional contacts below or check our frequently asked questions.

Africa, Middle East and UK international

Email Melissa Gibson: melissa.gibson@soton.ac.uk

Americas, Europe and Australasia

Email Tom Quante: t.quante@soton.ac.uk

East Asia

Email Zoe Yao: zoe.yao@soton.ac.uk

South and Southeast Asia

Email Donna Haynes: D.Haynes@soton.ac.uk

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Advice for parents and supporters

We know Clearing can be an anxious and uncertain time for applicants. If you're a parent or an adult supporting an applicant through Clearing, we want to help you feel as prepared as possible.

Sign up for our parents and supporters webinar

Join us on Wednesday 10 July, 5pm to 5:45pm to find out how Clearing works. Hear from our international Clearing admissions experts who will guide you through key dates and processes. They'll also explain what to expect during Clearing and how you can plan for different outcomes.

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Source: QS World University Rankings 2023.
Top 20 UK university
Sources: Complete University Guide 2025.
Over 6,500 international students
From over 135 countries.
Over 300 clubs and societies
Including 40 international societies.

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