How Clearing works

If you want to secure a university place for this September, Clearing is the last stage in the admissions process.

Clearing is when universities still have places left on courses, and students can apply to course vacancies from July to October. 

It's important to note that some courses fill up fast, so we encourage you to apply through Clearing as soon as possible. 

Is Clearing for me?

Many of our graduates started their student life through Clearing. It’s a common route into higher education and is used by a wide variety of students. Whatever your background, wherever you see yourself in the future, you’ll find lots of opportunities through Clearing.

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Clearing is for you if...

  • You've changed your mind about what course to study or which university you want to study at
  • Your exam results are different to what you expected
  • You're deciding to apply to university now or may have missed the initial UCAS application deadline
  • You're thinking about doing a degree to switch careers or boost your qualifications

Clearing application steps

It's not too late to apply for a place in September at University of Staffordshire.

Maybe you didn't get the results you were expecting or you wanted to get your results before making a decision. Or perhaps you've only just decided you want to go to university. Whatever your story, our simple Clearing application steps can get you on your right path.

  1. Collect your results

    Once you've collected your results, visit our Clearing site to check out our courses and find out everything you need to know about the clearing process.

    View courses in Clearing

  2. See if you're eligible for an instant offer online

    Enter your qualifications and chosen course into our Offer Generator. We'll need some key information from you so we can give an instant decision on whether you’re eligible for a place, this makes the application process much quicker!

    Get an instant offer online

  3. Start your application

    If we can offer you a place, you can start your application online or request a call back from one of our Clearing advisors or academics for more information. Don’t worry if we’re not able to offer you a place straight away – call us on 0800 590 830 to see how our Clearing team can help.

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  4. Accept your offer

    Once your application is complete, it's time to officially accept your offer and look forward to starting your future with us here at University of Staffordshire this September.

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Frequently asked questions 


Can I use Clearing?

You can use Clearing if you apply after 30 June, didn’t receive the right offer for you, or didn’t meet the conditions of your offers.

When can I use Clearing?

If you have your exam results but you have no offers, you can use Clearing, it is available from July until October.

Where can I find my Clearing number?

If you’re eligible for Clearing, your Clearing number will be on the welcome page and ‘Your choices’ section of Track.

I've been offered a place. What do I do now?

Go to the ‘Your choices’ section of Track and click ‘Add Clearing choice’. Only do this when we confirm that we will offer you a place and you want to accept it.Fill in the course details by the date you’re given on the phone. This counts as you accepting the offer. So if we confirm it’ll show as an acceptance on the choices page of Track and we’ll send you a confirmation letter.You can only add one choice at a time, but if the university/college doesn’t confirm your place, you’ll be able to add another.

Why hasn't Track updated?

Track will update once we make a decision on your offer. If you’ve met the conditions of your offer, your place will be confirmed soon.

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