Your Guide to University Clearing

Are you looking for a course in Clearing?

Clearing is open from the 5th of July to the 20th of October 2025.

Email university.centre@newcollege.ac.uk

What is Clearing?

Clearing might be for you if things didn’t go as planned, you’ve had a change of heart about your current application, or have decided that you do want to go to university after all. Don’t give up on your dream!

All you need to do is find a course that still has vacancies through UCAS, or browse our degree-level courses on our website. You’ll need:

A personal ID number
Your Clearing number
Your grades/UCAS Tariff points
Reasons why you want a place on the course.

Who Can Apply?

Students can apply for Clearing if they:

Haven’t already applied to university before the 30th of June
Haven’t received any offers
Changed your mind about where you want to study
Didn’t meet the conditions of your offer
Declined your firm place
Got better grades than expected
Didn’t get the results you needed.

Why New College Swindon University Centre?

Degrees on your doorstep with lower tuition fees (no need to pay for travel and accommodation)
Students get to work with industry experts, often being offered a placement/work experience with them
We were awarded TEF silver for our student outcomes, support and provider ratings in 2023
There is a wealth of financial and well-being support available, including a scholarship, so you may be able to do your degree for free!
Exciting trips (subject to eligibility criteria and terms & conditions)
State-of-the-art facilities for every subject
Big graduation ceremony at the end of your course
Smaller classes with more face-to-face teaching than at other providers. This close contact helps eliminate a lot of the anxiety surrounding degree-level courses. Staying close to your support system may be beneficial for you. Furthermore, our support team are on hand to help at all times
New College Swindon is the only provider in the local area to offer a degree-level Graphic Design course and Illustration for Comics!

Funding

There are a number of bursaries available to help you with travel expenses, course costs, accommodation and more. At New College Swindon University Centre there we offer a scholarship, which means the course will be free for the successful applicant.

Financial Support

Need Support With Your Application Or Have A Question For Us?

We can help you with your application or answer any questions you might have about funding and the course. We understand the application process can be quite daunting and you may still be undecided about your next steps. We’re here to support you through every step of your journey!