How can I apply to study at Goldsmiths, University of London?

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You apply to Goldsmiths through its official website, gold.ac.uk, using the "Apply now" route, and if you are applying through Clearing you may be eligible for a £1,000 scholarship and an accommodation discount. Before or alongside applying, you can search courses, book an open day or campus visit, check accommodation options, and chat with current students online.

Main application routes

Goldsmiths presents two prominent entry points on its homepage:

  • Apply now — the standard application route.
  • Clearing — for applicants looking for available places; the site explicitly links Clearing to potential financial support.

The site states that when you apply through Clearing, you could be eligible for a £1,000 scholarship and an accommodation discount. It does not specify on this page whether that support is automatic or requires a separate step, so treat it as something to confirm with the university when you apply.

Steps you can take on the site

  1. Search courses — use the course search to find the programme you want before applying.
  2. Submit your application — start from "Apply now" (or the Clearing route if that applies to you).
  3. Check funding — the "Fund your studies" section links to scholarships and bursaries you may be eligible for.
  4. Arrange a visit — book an open day or campus visit to see the single-site campus in South East London.
  5. Sort accommodation — review accommodation options; the site notes that places for 2026/27 are still available.
  6. Ask questions first — use the "Chat with our students" option if you want a current student's perspective before committing.

What you can expect from Goldsmiths

Point Detail from the site
Location Single-site campus in South East London
Subject focus Creative, cultural and social subjects
Ranking claim Top 10 in London
Outcome claim 80% of undergraduate students move on to highly-skilled work (Graduate Outcomes Survey)
Campus preview 360-degree virtual tour and "Day in the Life" experiences

Common things to check before applying

  • Whether the Clearing scholarship and accommodation discount require a separate application or are assessed automatically.
  • Current tuition fees and funding deadlines — the homepage links to scholarships and bursaries but does not list amounts beyond the Clearing figure.
  • Accommodation availability for your specific intake year, since the site references 2026/27 places specifically.

If you are unsure which route fits your situation, start with the course search, then use the open day or student chat to confirm details before submitting.