Clearing key dates

Key dates and deadlines for Clearing 2026

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Tuesday 30 June 2026

UCAS deadline

UCAS applications made after this date are automatically entered into Clearing.

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Wednesday 1 July 2026

UCAS Extra deadline

This is the last date to apply with UCAS Extra.

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Thursday 2 July 2026

Clearing opens on UCAS

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Clearing opens for those who:

  • already have results and aren't waiting on any pending qualifications
  • don't hold any offers.

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Friday 17 July 2026

Campus tours

Get a feel for life at UWE Bristol by joining one of our campus tours.

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Friday 31 July 2026

Live Q&A event

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Join us for a live stream with our Admissions experts and learn everything you need to know about the Clearing process. Follow on our Instagram, Facebook, YouTube and TikTok channels.

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Thursday 13 August 2026

A-level results day

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You can use Clearing on results day if you've:

  • not met your offer conditions and not secured your place
  • changed your mind about what you want to study
  • want to apply to university for the first time in the 2025/26 application cycle.

Using Clearing on results day
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August 2026

Campus tours

Get a feel for life at UWE Bristol by joining one of our campus tours.

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Bookings for our August tours will go live on 20 July or book now to take a look around before results day at our 17 July events.

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