UCAS Clearing is for students who are unable to secure an offer from a UK university because:<\/p>\n
Clearing is how UK universities fill vacancies on undergraduate degrees<\/a>, which begins in September, the start of the new academic year. Clearing begins each year in July and lasts until September.<\/p>\n The clearing is the opportunity to find a place on another UK university course if you don’t have a confirmed place or choose to decline a place. If you are eligible:<\/p>\n Clearing opens in July 2024.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n It is important to remember that not all UK universities participate in Clearing, and not every course or subject<\/a>\u00a0has places available.<\/p>\n Elite universities in the UK, such as the University of Oxford<\/a>,\u00a0University of Cambridge<\/a>\u00a0and\u00a0University of St Andrews<\/a>, will not have any available spaces for students because they have\u00a0already oversubscribed. Similarly, competitive subjects such as\u00a0medicine<\/a>\u00a0rarely have any spots left at this time of year due to demand.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n Clearing is how UK universities fill up the available space on programmes beginning from September of that year. Generally, room is available for almost all subjects and course types, but better programmes will fill up quickly.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n A-Level<\/a> results day and beginning the Clearing process can be extremely stressful, so make sure you begin your research on other possible outcomes before the big day arrives. Preparing for all possible eventualities will help you make decisions with a clearer head once the Clearing process begins.\u00a0There are many available courses, so it\u2019s a good idea to have a shortlist of courses and universities you\u2019d like to apply to.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n Many\u00a0UK universities<\/a>\u00a0will consider applicants who have achieved slightly lower grades than standard entry\u00a0requirements during Clearing, while\u00a0pathway and foundation courses<\/a> are also options for students looking to enrol at a specific university. Universities do this because:<\/p>\n Depending on the course, country-specific qualifications will also be considered.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n If you surpassed the grades you were expected to receive on results day, you can also enter Clearing to find a better university or course that suits you.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n Most typically, clearing is used by students who applied after the final deadline, students whose exam results fell short of their conditional offer, students who received no offers or chose not to accept any offers and students who accepted an offer but changed their mind about the course they want to study.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n Clearing services are available from July to October each year.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n Educational consultants such as SI-UK offer free counselling on the application process during Clearing.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n Application during Clearing will depend on the university you are applying to. If you use educational consultants to help you with the application, they will give you an estimate of how long you must wait.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n Due to high demand and competitive entry requirements, medicine programmes<\/a> are unavailable during the Clearing process.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n Yes. If you haven\u2019t applied yet, you can still submit it between July and October.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n Yes, if you haven\u2019t received any offers yet, you can still submit your application between July and October.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n Yes, if you change your mind and don\u2019t want to proceed with the offer you received, you can still submit your application between July and October.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n Prepare yourself before the call by checking the internet connection, choosing a quiet room to limit distractions, and preparing a notepad or laptop to make notes of the call.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n Here are some popular questions universities can ask in the clearing.<\/p>\n You can only apply for one course at a time through Clearing.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n SI-UK London can assist students in finding available courses at UK universities from July onwards. Arrange a free consultation<\/a> to get started.<\/p>\n Your consultant will review the Clearing list with you, discussing subject options<\/a>\u00a0and university locations.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n Once we have established which courses and universities you are interested in, your consultant will contact institutions on your behalf to find out if they are interested in accepting you as a student.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\nFAQ and Advice<\/h2>\n
How does the Clearing process work?<\/a><\/h4>\n<\/div>\n
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When does 2024 Clearing open?<\/a><\/h4>\n<\/div>\n
Which UK universities offer Clearing? <\/a><\/h4>\n<\/div>\n
What courses are on offer during Clearing?<\/a><\/h4>\n<\/div>\n
When should I start researching Clearing courses? <\/a><\/h4>\n<\/div>\n
I haven\u2019t achieved the grades required for my first-choice university. Can I still apply? <\/a><\/h4>\n<\/div>\n
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I achieved better grades than expected. Can I still apply during Clearing? <\/a><\/h4>\n<\/div>\n
Who can use Clearing? <\/a><\/h4>\n<\/div>\n
When does Clearing open, and what is the deadline for 2024? <\/a><\/h4>\n<\/div>\n
Where do I receive free Clearing advice? <\/a><\/h4>\n<\/div>\n
How long does the Clearing process take? <\/a><\/h4>\n<\/div>\n
Which universities do Clearing for medicine courses?<\/a><\/h4>\n<\/div>\n
I haven\u2019t applied yet but want to enrol in a September course. Can I still apply? <\/a><\/h4>\n<\/div>\n
I haven\u2019t received any offers for a place at a university. Can I still enrol in September? <\/a><\/h4>\n<\/div>\n
I changed my mind about the offer and wanted to study something else. Can I still apply? <\/a><\/h4>\n<\/div>\n
How do you prepare for your Clearing call? <\/a><\/h4>\n<\/div>\n
What are the popular university-clearing interview questions? <\/a><\/h4>\n<\/div>\n
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How many courses can I apply for during Clearing? <\/a><\/h4>\n<\/div>\n
UCAS Clearing Process<\/h2>\n
1. Receive free Clearing advice <\/a><\/h4>\n<\/div>\n
2. We will contact universities on your behalf <\/a><\/h4>\n<\/div>\n