clearing help

Sadly I do think I'm going to have to go through clearing. I don't understand how it works. Although I spent so much time on ucas, I get so worried because I don't know whats happening

Once I go to school and get my results, do I get home and just start ringing up random universities with courses I like the sound of? Is there some sort of interview process and do they ask questions, if so - what kind? Is it like a quick overview of the personal statement?

How long does clearing last?

When finding clearing courses, do I look on ucas or am I meant to be looking somewhere else(bc someone said there was an app).

I heard that you they give you a variety of courses if you don't get any of ur options - is this true? Like based on an algorithm, they find choices that sound the best for you. Doesn't sound true tho

Do I need to let my school know that I'm doing clearing? Does my school see my results or do they just get handed the envelope?

Reply 1

LHU Billie

Official Rep

Hello!

In answering your first question, I’d recommend having a look through course subjects and deciding on one or two that you like the sound of just to prepare. Depending on the course you may find that there isn’t any spots on specific courses that are more competitive, however don’t let this deter you as this will be dependant on the university. You will have to phone the university and you’ll fill out a clearing form with the member of the team you’re talking with, this is a really quick process. To answer your question about interviews this again would be subject specific, the vast majority of courses don’t require interviews, but creative subjects, education & social work do require an interview that would be held on zoom or in person at a later date.

Clearing typically lasts from results day pretty much up until the start of the new academic year but I would recommend calling as soon as possible as places are limited on courses.

UCAS is the best place to find clearing courses as this gets updated regularly, as do university websites themselves.

You may be recommended a similar type of course if the course you initially applied for is closed for clearing, however it is ultimately up to you!

You don’t have to let anybody know that you’re going through clearing unless you want to.

I hope this helps, if you need any more assistance don’t hesitate to ask.

Billie
Student Ambassador
Liverpool Hope University

Reply 2

DataVenia

Volunteer Team, Clearing and Applications Advisor

Original post

by cherrycosmos

Sadly I do think I'm going to have to go through clearing. I don't understand how it works. Although I spent so much time on ucas, I get so worried because I don't know whats happening

How long does clearing last?

When finding clearing courses, do I look on ucas or am I meant to be looking somewhere else(bc someone said there was an app).

Do I need to let my school know that I'm doing clearing? Does my school see my results or do they just get handed the envelope?

1. Not "random universities", no. Universities you are interested in going to, which have courses in Clearing that you are interested in studying.

There won't be an "interview" as such (other than for courses which would normally interview), but they may ask you some questions to gague your interest in the course. (That last thing they want is to give you a place, have you drop-out, and then have a space left open on their course which could have been filled by someone paying fees for three or four years!)

2. The last date you can add a Clearing choice is 21 October.

3. There is an app, but only universities which have paid to have their courses listed on it are covered. It is therefore not a good source of information.

Much better is to search UCAS itself, or to check the Clearing web page of any universities you're interested in.

4. It sounds like you're talking about UCAS Extra. This is where UCAS themselves will try to find some Clearing course that you may be interested in, and will list them for you. You then click any you like the look of, and the university is told that you're interested.

This is generally only students who can't be bothered to do the research to locate courses themselves and don't want to phone-up uni or fill-out their web forms, and would rather just sit and wait to see if any unis contact them. I would not recommend this approach. It's lazy.

5. No, you don't need to tell your school you're applying via Clearing. They likely know (or can guess) anyway, because (a) they know your grades and (b) then know your status in UCAS (accepted by your firm, accepted by your insurance, or in Clearing).

Reply 3

McGinger

Read :

Guide to A-level results day 2024 | The Student Room

A-level results 2024: here are your options whether you’ve missed your grades or made your university offers | The Student Room

Guide to Clearing 2024 | The Student Room

Finding a university place in Ucas Clearing 2024: 10 top tips to help you get ready - The Uni Guide

Please read all of the information and advice above before asking any questions.

(edited 1 year ago)

Reply 4

oliver12332

Do I need to know my grades before I go into clearing as I live far from my school and want to go in for clearing at 8.00 or do I need to collect them first?

Reply 5

DataVenia

Volunteer Team, Clearing and Applications Advisor

Original post

by oliver12332

Do I need to know my grades before I go into clearing as I live far from my school and want to go in for clearing at 8.00 or do I need to collect them first?

You need to know your grades, as universities will ask.

Reply 6

University of Bradford

Official Rep

Original post

by oliver12332

Do I need to know my grades before I go into clearing as I live far from my school and want to go in for clearing at 8.00 or do I need to collect them first?

Morning @oliver12332

How are you feeling this morning? I hope you're feeling proud of yourself, no matter the results!

Did you do some research into Clearing and have a think about your options? Please do let us know if you have any questions or need any advice and support today.

Becky