They say you can study anything you want at university, but did you know that some of the more unusual courses at uni are available to apply for through Clearing this year?

Hundreds of courses are already in Clearing, however keep in mind that many more universities and courses can appear on A level results day (13 August) too.
So if you've missed your offer, had a change in heart, or want to try studying something a bit different, then one of these unusual courses might take your fancy.
1) Applied Golf Management Studies
Available at: The University of Birmingham
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This golfing course (no pun intended) may sound like fun, but it is also very educational as it takes you through many roles of coaching, material design and the business side of things.
2) Horology
Available at: Birmingham City University
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If you think it's time to study an obscure yet interesting science then horology could be the course for you.
3) Brewing and Distilling
Available at: Heriot-Watt University, Edinburgh
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Studying this degree would mean you wouldn't have to just leave the drink for the weekends.
4) Viticulture and Oenology
Available at: Plumpton College
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If a brew is not your thing then perhaps you should try wine-making instead.
5) Leather Technology (Leather Science)
Available at: University of Northampton
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If you are excited by the chance to enter the leather business (at any point of the supply chain), then studying leather technology at university may just be the ticket of admission that you desire.
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6) Peace Studies
Available at: The University of Bradford
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If you want to make a difference to the world you might be interested in this course to learn how to keep the peace strong.
7) War Studies
Available at: The University of Birmingham (and others)
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If peace studies is not your thing, then you might be interested in war studies instead.
8) Contemporary Circus and Physical Performance
Available at: Bath Spa University
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The Bath Spa University provides the chance to become a clown - what other degree offers this?
9) Animal Behaviour
Available at: University of Chester
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This course will interest those who want to know why animals do what they do.
10) Digital Security, Forensics and Ethical Hacking
Available at: Glasgow Caledonian University
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Hacking isn't just for movies, as many companies including Google find hackers increasingly valuable in order to protect sensitive information. You could be advising these companies on how to protect themselves, if you graduate with this degree.
11) Baking Technology Management
Available at: London South Bank University
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Bake a name for yourself with this degree course provided by London South Bank University: having your own cake business no longer has to be a pipe dream!
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