
Clearing 2023
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University of Surrey
Stag Hill, Guildford, UK, Guildford, GU2 7XH
University of Salford
Crescent, Salford, UK, Salford, M5 4WT
University of Ulster
Cromore Road, Coleraine, BT52 1SA
University of Sunderland
Sunderland, UK, Chester Road, Sunderland, SR1 3SD
University of the West of Scotland
Blantyre, Glasgow, South Lanarkshire G72 0LH, Scotland, UK, Blantyre, G72 0LH
University of the West of Scotland Clearing Number: 01418494101
Stranmillis University College
Stranmillis Road, Belfast BT9 5DY, Northern Ireland, UK, Hagley Road , Belfast, BT9
University of Sheffield
Sheffield, UK, Sheffield, S10 2TN
University of Strathclyde
Richmond Street, Glasgow, UK, Glasgow, G1 1XQ
Sheffield Hallam University
Howard Street, Sheffield, UK, Howard Street, Sheffield, S1 1WB
University of Stirling
East Link Road, Stirling, UK, Stirling, FK9 4LA
Staffordshire University
Stoke-on-Trent ST4 2DE, UK, Stafford, ST4 2DE
University of Southampton
University Road, Southampton SO17 1BJ, UK, Southampton, SO17 1BJ
Southampton Solent University
East Park Terrace, Southampton, UK, Hampshire, Southampton, SO14 0YN
Bangor University
Bangor University, Bangor, Gwynedd LL57 2DG, UK, Bangor, LL57 2DG
Canterbury Christ Church University
North Holmes Road, Canterbury, UK, Canterbury, CT1 1QU
Canterbury Christ Church University Clearing Number: 01227926000
University of Bath
Bath BA2 7AY, United Kingdom, Bath, BA2 7AY
University of East London
University Way, London E16 2RD, United Kingdom, London, E16 2RD
Bath Spa University
Bath, UK, Newton St Loe, Bath, BA2 9BN
Cardiff University
Cardiff University, Cardiff CF10 3AT, Wales, UK, Cardiff, CF10 3AT
Edge Hill University
Ormskirk, Lancashire L39 4QP, UK, Ormskirk, L39 4QP
Clearing 2023 FAQ's
Clearing is how universities and colleges fill any places they still have on their courses, giving you the chance to find a suitable course.
It’s available to anyone who has made a UCAS Undergraduate application and doesn’t hold any offers. Running from July to mid-September, you’ll be eligible for Clearing if:
- - you apply after 30 June
- - you are not holding any offers from universities or colleges you’ve applied to
- - your place is not confirmed after exam results are published
Clearing starts 5 July 2023. If you apply to university after 30 June 2023, you will be entered into Clearing.
Clearing usually becomes available once results have been released in cases where students haven’t met the entry criteria for their previously chosen courses. Results days in 2023 are:
- - International Baccalaureate results day: 5 July 2023
- - BTEC and other vocational courses results day: during July – check with your school/college
- - Scottish Highers results day: 6 August 2023
- - A Levels results day: Thursday 15 August 2023
UCAS Clearing runs from 5 July 2023 (the day after International Baccalaureate (IB) results are published) until 20 September 2023. 5 July to 23 October
In the case that you don’t get on to your desired course, prepare a list of alternative courses and/or institutions so you are ready to contact these during the clearing period.
Whatever your expectations regarding your exam results, you should have a contingency plan in place.
The best way is to regularly check UCAS Track on the UCAS website.
You will know that you are in UCAS Clearing if your UCAS Track status says ‘You are in Clearing’ or ‘Clearing has started’.
For more please visit UCAS
https://www.ucas.com/undergraduate/results-confirmation-and-clearing/no-offers-learn-how-clearing-worksTop 10 Tips and Guidance for Clearing 2023
It is up to you to find a university that is prepared to accept you. The best way to do this is to check UCAS or the university website, ring them and tell them what you want to do. If they have a vacancy, they will usually take your details and either gives you a decision straightaway, or soon afterwards.
Here are some tips:
Prepare in advance
In the case that you don’t get on to your desired course, prepare a list of alternative courses and/or institutions so you are ready to contact these during the clearing period.
Be positive
It may have got some bad press in the past, but Clearing is now a buyer’s market. Most universities in the top 20 of our league table will have some vacancies in Clearing.
Regularly check UCAS Track
If you become eligible to use Clearing, an ‘Add Clearing choice’ will appear on your Track Choices screen. You can also check directly with your firm and insurance choices.
Start sooner rather than later
Vacancies at higher ranked universities can be filled quickly, so be the early bird that catches the worm! Remember to have your Clearing number to hand.
Contact course providers personally
Universities are less impressed when someone rings on your behalf, and they are unlikely to be able to offer a place unless they are speaking to the candidate directly.
Don’t give up
Clearing can be stressful, but don’t stop trying. If you’re not having much luck on the phone, try sending an email too. Remember, it’s not just you going through this process.
Consider alternative courses
Maximise your choice by considering a joint course with another subject, instead of a single subject course.
Check the official Clearing listings
You’ll find these on UCAS or university websites.
And don’t forget – you will only be able to have one Clearing choice at a time!