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Hi everyone, I just wanted some advice on my current situation.
I’ve just finished first year of a course at uni, but I really didn’t enjoy it and I am transferring to a different course and uni which is closer to home. Because I’m changing courses, I have to start from first year.
Essentially, I was given an offer subject to getting 60% in every module. I’ve gotten all my results back, and unfortunately I didn’t get 60% in every module. My grades are 60%, 59%, 46%, 41% and 40% (I know these grades are absolutely awful, I tried my absolute best despite not liking the course but it wasn’t good enough). So that puts my overall grade for the year at 49%, much below the 60% requirement.
I asked the admissions team if they’d allow any grades below 60%, and they said they may accept them in August, after seeing offer holders results. The course I’m transferring to is extremely competitive and I’m 99% sure I won’t get in. I’m not quite sure what to do now, and I might just need to do clearing for a completely different course.

Hi everyone, I just wanted some advice on my current situation.

I’ve just finished first year of a course at uni, but I really didn’t enjoy it and I am transferring to a different course and uni which is closer to home. Because I’m changing courses, I have to start from first year.

Essentially, I was given an offer subject to getting 60% in every module. I’ve gotten all my results back, and unfortunately I didn’t get 60% in every module. My grades are 60%, 59%, 46%, 41% and 40% (I know these grades are absolutely awful, I tried my absolute best despite not liking the course but it wasn’t good enough). So that puts my overall grade for the year at 49%, much below the 60% requirement.

I asked the admissions team if they’d allow any grades below 60%, and they said they may accept them in August, after seeing offer holders results. The course I’m transferring to is extremely competitive and I’m 99% sure I won’t get in. I’m not quite sure what to do now, and I might just need to do clearing for a completely different course.

What were your grades like prior to uni?

Hi @Anonymous#1,
Thank you so much for sharing what you're going through. It really does sound like you've worked incredibly hard this year, especially while dealing with a course that hasn’t felt like the right fit ☺️.
It’s completely understandable to feel anxious with everything still up in the air, especially when you’ve set your heart on a new course and a fresh start closer to home. Some universities do have flexibility once all results are in and they can see the full picture of their offer holders. It’s a good sign that the Admissions Team haven’t ruled anything out yet.
That said, it’s also wise to think through your backup options just in case. Clearing could be a great opportunity to find an alternative course that fits your interests, and lots of universities are incredibly supportive of students coming through that route - it really isn't as scary as it may seem! You may wish to visit this UCAS webpage which contains lots of useful information on how clearing works.
While I work in Admissions at Oxford Brookes and you may not be applying to us, if you’d like a bit of advice about how to approach Clearing, I’m very happy to help however I can.
Wishing you the very best of luck with whatever comes next, and please do let us know if you need any help!
Best wishes,
Clare
Admissions
Oxford Brookes University

I got BBB at A-levels.

You'll probably have some decent options in clearing if needs be.
I suppose the main thing is to reflect on those low module marks and whether a new course+uni is likely to remedy them. If you're a home student you'll have used your gift year of funding, so it'd be best not to rush into another course without being pretty sure.

Hi everyone, I just wanted some advice on my current situation.
I’ve just finished first year of a course at uni, but I really didn’t enjoy it and I am transferring to a different course and uni which is closer to home. Because I’m changing courses, I have to start from first year.
Essentially, I was given an offer subject to getting 60% in every module. I’ve gotten all my results back, and unfortunately I didn’t get 60% in every module. My grades are 60%, 59%, 46%, 41% and 40% (I know these grades are absolutely awful, I tried my absolute best despite not liking the course but it wasn’t good enough). So that puts my overall grade for the year at 49%, much below the 60% requirement.
I asked the admissions team if they’d allow any grades below 60%, and they said they may accept them in August, after seeing offer holders results. The course I’m transferring to is extremely competitive and I’m 99% sure I won’t get in. I’m not quite sure what to do now, and I might just need to do clearing for a completely different course.

Hi,
I know it's really tough when your grades don't match your expectations, but it's not the end of the world, there are still options available to you. Clearing can be a really helpful route into a course you hadn’t previously considered. There are lots of universities that will have spaces available in August, and many are quite flexible with grades, especially if you can show you’re motivated and enthusiastic about your future studies. It might be worth researching some alternative courses or universities you’d be happy to go to, just in case.
Also, consider contacting the admissions team directly (in a polite and constructive way) to explain your situation and find out if there’s any additional information you can provide, sometimes motivation, a strong personal statement, or relevant experience can help you stand out.
There are lots of paths to success, and it's about choosing the route that's best for you. Keep an open mind, stay proactive, and you’ll find a way forward.
Rooting for you!
Danish
BCU Student Rep

Hi everyone, I just wanted some advice on my current situation.
I’ve just finished first year of a course at uni, but I really didn’t enjoy it and I am transferring to a different course and uni which is closer to home. Because I’m changing courses, I have to start from first year.
Essentially, I was given an offer subject to getting 60% in every module. I’ve gotten all my results back, and unfortunately I didn’t get 60% in every module. My grades are 60%, 59%, 46%, 41% and 40% (I know these grades are absolutely awful, I tried my absolute best despite not liking the course but it wasn’t good enough). So that puts my overall grade for the year at 49%, much below the 60% requirement.
I asked the admissions team if they’d allow any grades below 60%, and they said they may accept them in August, after seeing offer holders results. The course I’m transferring to is extremely competitive and I’m 99% sure I won’t get in. I’m not quite sure what to do now, and I might just need to do clearing for a completely different course.