Clearing 2026
Missed your first choice or still deciding on your next step? Clearing gives you another opportunity to join SAE this September and study a practical creative degree at one of our five UK campuses.What Courses Are Available Through Clearing?
Duration(s): 2 years full-time (Accelerated) or 3 years full-time
Qualification: BA / BSc (Hons)
Available to: Domestic & International Students
Campuses: Glasgow, Leeds, Liverpool, London
Train in professional recording and post-production studios using industry-standard software including Pro Tools, Ableton, FMOD and Unreal Engine. Develop hands-on skills across music production, sound design and post-production, while building experience through live projects and real-world creative briefs.
Graduate with a portfolio tailored for careers across music, film, TV and games.
Career Opportunities
- Sound Engineer
- Music Producer
- Audio Post-Production Specialist
- Broadcast Technician
- Game Audio Designer
- Music Supervisor
Duration(s): 2 years full-time (Accelerated) or 3 years full-time
Entry Requirements: 72 UCAS Points
Available to: Domestic & International Students
Campuses: Glasgow, Leeds, Leamington Spa, Liverpool, London
Develop the creative and strategic skills needed to succeed in today’s content-driven industries. Gain hands-on experience across video production, photography, editing, copywriting, social media strategy and digital marketing while working on real briefs for real audiences.
Learn how to create content that connects with audiences, builds brands and delivers results across digital platforms.
Career Opportunities
- Content Creator
- Social Media Manager
- Digital Marketer
- Brand Strategist
- Creative Director
- Campaign Producer
Duration(s): 2 years full-time (Accelerated) or 3 years full-time
Entry Requirements: 72 UCAS Points
Available to: Domestic & International Students
Campus: London
Develop the programming, design and technical skills needed to work at the intersection of creativity and AI. Learn how to build interactive experiences, create AI-assisted tools and explore the technologies shaping the future of creative industries.
Gain hands-on experience across creative computing, digital product development and emerging AI workflows while developing practical skills for real-world creative and technology projects.
Career Opportunities
- Creative Technologist
- AI Content Developer
- Interactive Media Designer
- Digital Product Developer
- UX Engineer
Duration(s): 2 years full-time (Accelerated) or 3 years full-time
Entry Requirements: 72 UCAS Points
Available to: Domestic & International Students
Campuses: Glasgow, Leeds, Leamington Spa, Liverpool, London
Develop hands-on filmmaking skills from concept through to final edit using industry-standard cameras, lighting setups and editing suites. Work on real productions from day one while building experience across directing, cinematography, editing, producing and sound.
Learn how professional film crews collaborate and graduate with a portfolio designed to showcase your creative and technical abilities across film, television and digital media.
Career Opportunities
- Director
- Producer
- Camera Operator
- Editor
- Production Manager
- Broadcast Journalist
Duration(s): 2 years full-time (Accelerated) or 3 years full-time
Entry Requirements: 72 UCAS Points
Available to: Domestic & International Students
Campuses: Glasgow, Leeds, Leamington Spa, Liverpool, London
Develop the artistic and technical skills needed to create characters, worlds and visual experiences for the games industry. Learn industry-standard workflows across 3D modelling, texturing, animation, environment art and visual effects while building projects inspired by real studio pipelines and production briefs.
Gain hands-on experience creating professional-quality game art and graduate with a portfolio designed for careers across games, animation and digital media.
Career Opportunities
- 3D Artist
- Character Artist
- Environment Artist
- Animator
- Concept Artist
- VFX Artist
Duration(s): 2 years full-time (Accelerated) or 3 years full-time
Entry Requirements: 72 UCAS Points
Available to: Domestic & International Students
Campuses: Leamington Spa, Liverpool, London
Learn how to design games that players genuinely want to experience. Develop practical skills across game mechanics, level design, narrative design and user experience while working with the tools and workflows used throughout the games industry.
Build games from concept through to completion, focusing on creative problem-solving, player experience and production-ready design skills through hands-on projects and real development pipelines.
Career Opportunities
- Game Designer
- Level Designer
- Narrative Designer
- UX Designer
- Producer
- QA Tester
Duration(s): 2 years full-time (Accelerated) or 3 years full-time
Entry Requirements: 72 UCAS Points
Available to: Domestic & International Students
Campus: Liverpool
Develop the creative and technical skills needed to design sound for games and interactive media. Learn how to create, implement and mix immersive audio experiences using professional middleware, game engines and interactive audio workflows used throughout the industry.
Gain hands-on experience across sound design, interactive audio systems, music composition and audio implementation while building projects for real-time game environments.
Career Opportunities
- Game Audio Designer
- Sound Designer
- Interactive Audio Programmer
- Composer for Games
- Audio Director
Duration(s): 2 years full-time (Accelerated) or 3 years full-time
Entry Requirements: 72 UCAS Points
Available to: Domestic & International Students
Campuses: Glasgow, Liverpool, London
Develop the creative, commercial and strategic skills needed to succeed in today’s music industry. Explore areas including artist management, music marketing, publishing, live events, rights management and the streaming economy while learning from industry professionals and real-world case studies.
Build an understanding of how the modern music business operates while developing practical knowledge and industry insight across labels, agencies and independent music ventures.
Career Opportunities
- A&R
- Artist Manager
- Music Marketer
- Music Publisher
- Sync Licensing Coordinator
- Live Events Producer
How Clearing Works at SAE
1. Contact Us
Complete our Clearing enquiry form or call our Admissions Team.
2. Discuss Your Options
We’ll talk through your qualifications, course interests and available places.
3. Receive Your Offer
If you’re eligible, we’ll guide you through the next steps.
4. Start Your Creative Journey
Secure your place and get ready to join SAE this September.
Secure Your Place This September
Frequently Asked Questions
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Clearing is the UCAS process that helps students find available higher education places after receiving their results or if they haven’t yet secured a place.
Yes. Clearing is open to a range of students, including those applying later in the cycle.
Potentially, yes. Our Admissions Team can discuss your results and advise on the options available to you.
Absolutely. Students joining through Clearing receive the same teaching, support services, opportunities and student experience as any other SAE student.
