Clearing. Some people hold a mistaken belief that clearing is the end of the world. We can tell you right now, honestly, that it is not the end of the world, which, aside from what the media might have you believe, is estimated to be five billion years away when the sun runs out of fuel.
Thankfully, that’s not happening anytime soon. So leaving that issue aside for future generations, we can focus on the present moment and help you to get through clearing.
In fact you might be pleasantly surprised with the experience, like one student talking on thestudentroom.co.uk who said:
“I didn’t find it stressful in the slightest – I had a place sorted in one phone call. I’d expect going via university websites than battling the traffic on UCAS track cut out all of the stress.”
The thing is, tens of thousands of students find a course that they love through clearing. It’s a very useful service when you need it. Say if you applied after the 30th of June, or you didn’t receive any offers you wanted to accept, or you didn’t meet the conditions required for the other offers. That’s when it’s a great idea for you to use clearing.
You’re eligible for clearing if you already applied to a course this year you still have your application open and you have paid the fee. If you only paid for a single choice, or you have not yet applied, then you may have to pay a small fee to use the service.
Here’s what to do next:
UCAS has solid advice on its website to show you how the whole clearing thing will work out. It’s broken down in to steps so you can see what to do each step of the way. To sum it up – you should start looking around to find out what’s available, then talk directly to the universities you like the look of, and once you find and agree on a course you can add it to Track in your application.
If you haven’t got one already, then ask around for the results day edition of the Telegraph. It’s the only newspaper that prints detailed information of all the clearing positions available. And because you want to know this information, it’s important to get your mitts on a copy.
Other places to look are the news pages for the universities you are interested. Most unis will put clearing information somewhere on their website. Edinburgh Napier University, for example, has a whole page dedicated to this.
There are resources around the web you can use to stay on top of your clearing situation. Like thestudentroom whose website has a mailing service to prompt people about the clearing opportunities they want hear about. So it might be worth your time to sign up.
Remember, this is additional to your own searching. Don’t rely on this kind of additional service to do all the work for you. There are opportunities on many student websites you might miss if you put all your eggs in one basket.
When you have all the information you need the only thing left for you to do is to approach the universities you are interested in. Good luck! You’ll be fine.
After clearing is finished you will need to arrange student accommodation for your time at university. So if you land a place at University in Liverpool or Edinburgh, like in our example, we can help you find somewhere fantastic to stay. Just check out our fantastic locations!
And if you want to talk to us about our accommodation in other areas, send us a message at any time.
Home to over 500 students, Globe Works is one of Birmingham's most vibrant student communities.
Tucked away on a quiet side street by the canal, it feels worlds away from the hustle and bustle of the city centre — but you're still just minutes from BCU!
Journey to campus:
🚶♂️ 16-minute walk 🚴♂️ 6-minute cycle 🚌 14-minute bus
Amenities included:
📺 TV lounge 💪 Gym 🎥 Cinema room ☀️ Courtyard
Our Cable Street residence, unlike some Lancaster uni accommodation, is ideally located in the heart of the city and combines classic character with contemporary charm - plus all of the other fantastic features you can expect as standard when living with us.
Journey to uni:
🚌 26-minute bus 🚴♂️ 21 minute cycle
Welcome to our brand property in Brighton: Promenade Student Living. Located in the heart of the city, close by to the universities and less than a mile from Brighton beach, it’s perfectly located for your student years.
Journey to uni:
🚶♂️ 11-minute walk 🚴♂️ 4 minute cycle
Amenities included:
📺 TV lounge 💪 Gym 🌇 Rooftop Terrace ☀️ Courtyard
Tucked away right around the corner from King's Cross, Depot Point is ideally placed within a 20-minute walk from UCL — so no need to constantly top up your Oyster card!
This stunning residence is home to a close-knit community of over 200 students — many of whom study at UCL— meaning there's plenty of opportunity to meet fellow students.
Journey to campus:
🚶🏻♂️ 17-minute walk 🚲 6-minute cycle 🚇 10-minute tube ride
Amenities included:
🏋 Gym 🎮 Games room ☀️ Rooftop terrace 📚 Study spaces
Right around the corner from the bustling markets and hip boutiques of Brick Lane lies The Curve — our dedicated student accommodation in East London.
Packed full of incredible facilities, this trendy East End residence is well placed for students based at both UCL's main campus and UCL East.
Journey to campus:
🚶🏻♂️ 1 hr+ walk 🚲 23-minute cycle 🚇 24-minute tube ride
Amenities included:
🏋 Gym 🎥 Cinema room 📚 Study spaces 🎮 Games room
Another top choice with an enviable location, Therese House is either a leisurely stroll or a 10-minute tube hop away from UCL — depending on how much of a rush you're in!
The Barbican Centre, St. Paul's Cathedral and vibrant Shoreditch are all just minutes away, so you're right on the doorstep of some of London's most iconic spots.
Journey to campus:
🚶🏻♂️ 38-minute walk 🚲 13-minute cycle 🚇 11-minute tube ride
Amenities included:
📺 TV lounge 📚 Study spaces 🎮 Games room 🧺 Laundry
Park Court offers fun and friendly en suite student accommodation just a 10-minute stroll from the University of Lincoln, and a 20-minute walk from Bishop Grosseteste University. Getting to lectures couldn’t be easier.
If you want to explore, then the city center and Brayford Waterfront are just five minutes’ walk away, where you’ll have plenty of high-street shops and restaurants to choose from.
Did somebody say makeover?
Our rooms at Goldsmith Court have had a full refurbishment, so you're guaranteed modern student living! With Nottingham Trent University literally next door, you'll be able to see campus from your window - so getting to lectures is a breeze! Live your best life and secure your room now, before someone else does!
Our Bramall Court student accommodation is located on a quiet street near the centre, so you get the best of both worlds – all the attractions of the city on your doorstep, and a peaceful home to return to at the end of the day. What more could you ask for?
Belaton House is just a 5-minute stroll from Bournemouth Uni’s Lansdowne Campus and an 18-minute bus ride from Talbot Campus or Arts University. As for shops, the town centre is really close and there’s a massive Asda for all your food just over the road!
When it comes to convenience and connection, Bottleworks delivers. Just a short stroll from Munster Technological University, University College Cork and minutes from Cork College of Commerce, St John’s Central College and more, it’s perfectly positioned to make student life effortless.
Catherine House is right in the middle of the city centre, so it’s perfect if you want to be within easy reach of all Portsmouth has to offer, including bars, restaurants and entertainment.
Austen House is conveniently located in Southampton’s city centre. The Southampton Solent University campus is just a 10-minute stroll and the University of Southampton is a quick bus ride away.
If you’re studying in Southampton, we’ve got a student residence that you’ll love. Located slap-bang in the middle of the city, it puts you right in the middle of all the fun.
Arran House is one of three residences we have in Edinburgh. It’s just a 20-minute walk from the University of Edinburgh and Napier University
