Your essential Clearing guide
Clearing is a way to secure a place at UK universities after the UCAS application deadline on 30 June.
How does Clearing work?
Each summer, UK universities advertise their courses that still have available places. If, at this stage, you're not holding an offer from any UK university, you can apply for a place through Clearing.
International students still need to apply through UCAS, even if you're looking to come to university through Clearing.
Is Clearing for me?
There are plenty of reasons to apply through Clearing. You might be looking to change your subject, or try a new career path – or your results might not be what you expected.
Don't panic. No matter your situation, Clearing can open up new opportunities to explore.
When does Clearing open?
Clearing runs in two stages.
- On 5 July 2024, International Baccalaureate results day, any courses with vacancies will be open to applications from students who already have their results. Your school or college should make any IB results available online on 6 July 2024.
- On 15 August 2024, A level results day, all courses with vacancies available will open to applications.
Students with equivalent qualifications to those above can still be eligible for Clearing. Universities will make clear the specific entry requirements for each course when Clearing opens for applications.
Clearing closes when universities fill their remaining places. This is usually around September, though many courses fill up before then.
Already got your results? We can advise on whether we can offer you a Clearing place.
Waiting for your results? Plan ahead with vacancy updates, results-day tips and more.
International student tips
If you’ll be joining us from overseas, we have plenty of advice, resources and opportunities to make your journey to York as smooth as possible.
I'm a mature student
If you’ll be 21 or over by the time you start your course, you may not need the same academic qualifications to apply for a place.
We consider recent work or study experience, as well as wider involvement in your chosen subject.