Clearing 2026
Discover what Clearing is, how it works and find key dates for 2026.
What is Clearing?
Clearing gives you the perfect opportunity to consider your options if you are looking to start your undergraduate degree in September 2026.
Whether you have changed your mind about the university or course you have chosen, are applying for the first time or get different results from the ones you were expecting, you're in control.
You can use Clearing if you:
- haven’t had any offers (or none that you wish to accept)
- didn’t meet the conditions of your offer
- did meet the conditions of your offer but have changed your mind
- aren't waiting on the results of any pending qualifications
- apply after the UCAS deadline of 30 June 2026, and go straight into Clearing when it opens on 2 July.
You can apply through UCAS Extra up until Wednesday 1 July 2026. This service allows you to add an extra choice to your UCAS application via UCAS Hub. UCAS Extra should only be used if you do not have any live offers from your university choices.
Please note that not all courses recruit during Clearing and your preferred option may not be available.
We're here to answer your Clearing questions and you can find more information at UCAS Clearing and results day.
Clearing Fast Track
Register for our Clearing Fast Track package and get additional support and benefits including priority access to our admissions team on results day.
Already got your results?
Clearing opens on 2 July. If you’ve already got your results, you don’t need to wait for results day to apply. Contact us with your qualifications to hand, and we'll talk you through your options.
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How to prepare for Clearing
Get the advice you'll need to help you prepare for Clearing and consider the best options for you.
Accommodation options
We know where you live is a key consideration. That's why we guarantee accommodation for all students who register for Clearing Fast Track and apply before 1 September 2026.
Key dates and deadlines
Find all the important dates for Clearing.
Using Clearing on results day
It's never too early to find out what to do on results day if you think you may use Clearing. Get advice on calling us and accepting your offer.
Clearing guide for parents and supporters
Find out about how Clearing works and why it may be the right option for your young person.
Clearing enquiries
Contact our Admissions team to discuss your Clearing options.
Clearing key dates timeline
There are some critical dates in the Clearing process. Our timeline takes you through them all so you know what to do and when.
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"I am absolutely loving my course and have no regrets in the slightest about applying through Clearing. The structure of my course is so much better suited to my learning style, and the level of support I have received as a disabled student has been incredible."
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