What is UCAS Extra
UCAS Extra is a free service that allows you to apply for undergraduate courses, if you've already used up your original 5 choices.
If you want to join us this autumn but you have either not got a place or you’ve changed your mind about what to study, UCAS Extra is the route for you.
You can apply via UCAS Extra until 6pm on 30 June 2025. Any applications after this date will need to be via UCAS Clearing.
Who can use UCAS Extra
UCAS Extra can be used by both UK and international students.
If you’re an international student who hasn’t yet completed a UCAS application, you can contact one of our in-country representatives for additional help.
How to apply via UCAS Extra
Step 1
Browse available courses鈥痑nd find the right one for you.
Step 2
Read the entry鈥痳equirements within the ‘How to apply’ section of the course page. Be mindful that many practice-based鈥痗ourses ask for a digital portfolio as part of your application.
Step 3
Once you have chosen a course, you must apply via the UCAS Hub by adding your extra course choice
Step 4
Once you’ve submitted this via UCAS Hub, it will be sent to us at UAL. You will then receive a confirmation email with your login details for the UAL Portal, followed shortly by any additional requirements we may need from you.
What happens next
Once we have reviewed and assessed your application, we will communicate a decision to you via your UCAS Hub.
If you wish to get in contact with our admissions team regarding your application, you can do so via your UAL Portal.
For any other information regarding UCAS Extra or Clearing visit our Clearing web page which is updated regularly.
Find out more
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BA (Hons) Graphic Design, Camberwell College of Arts 漏 Alys Tomlinson
Find a course
Explore courses with places available to find the right one for you.
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Marion Bisserier sketchbook during her internship at Pentagram, 2019, 漏 Alys Tomlinson
Term dates 2025/26
View UAL's standard term dates.
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Wall installation by Jasmin Aldridge, Wimbledon College of Art
For more information about Clearing, visit the UCAS website.