Applying through Clearing

Applying through Clearing

You can apply through Clearing if you have found a course and want to take the next step.

If you are not ready yet, you can still speak to us for advice.

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Clearing is open to anyone without a university place, including people returning to education.

We’ll guide you through each step — you don’t need to have everything ready.

1: Before you contact us

Have a few details ready if you can.

UCAS ID (if you have one)
Exam results
A course you're interested in

If you're unsure, we'll guide you.

2: When you contact us

We'll talk things through with you.

Check course availability
Review your qualifications
Explain your next steps

You can take time to decide.

How you'll apply

Once you receive a verbal offer from us, we’ll help you make it official.

I already applied through UCAS

If you’ve already applied through UCAS, you’ll need to add the course there.

I haven't applied through UCAS

If you haven’t applied through UCAS, we’ll add the details for you.

We’ll guide you through each step.

What happens after you apply

After you apply through Clearing, we will:

  1. Review your application.
  2. Ask you to provide further information if needed.
  3. Contact you with a decision.

We will keep you informed throughout the process.

Student finance and accommodation

You can still apply for student finance if you apply through Clearing.

  • If you have already applied for student finance, you may be able to update your course details after you receive an offer.

    Our advisers can explain:

    • what to do next
    • when to apply
    • where to get further support

    You do not need your student finance in place before you speak to us.

    Find out how to apply for student finance and avoid common delays.

Accommodation may still be available if you apply through Clearing.

  • Availability can change, so it’s a good idea to ask early.

    We can talk you through:

    • what accommodation options are available
    • when to apply
    • what happens after you accept a place

    Applying through Clearing does not affect your right to be considered for accommodation.

    You can see examples of our student accommodation and find out what’s available.

You are not committing to anything yet

Speaking to us does not mean you are applying.

You stay in control of your decision.

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Get help with your application

If you are ready to apply, or want to talk things through, we are here to help.