Clearing 2026.
Find your path. Own your future.
Clearing is now open - view our vacancies and apply now to join us this September.
It's not too late to find the course that's right for you.
Your choice. Your future.
If you’re worried about your exam results, are considering a change in direction, or haven’t yet decided what’s next for you and are still exploring your options, Clearing could be your solution.
At the University of Exeter, we support every journey, and we're here when you're ready. Study at a World Top 150 university* and explore our vacancies in Clearing to find the course that's right for you. Apply now and you could be joining us this September.
We are committed to your future, providing careers support to all our students throughout your degree and after you graduate. As a Top Russell Group university, we offer strong graduate outcomes and welcome diverse qualifications and backgrounds. Find out more about our courses.
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*QS World University Rankings, 2027
What is Clearing and how do I apply?
Clearing is just another way to apply to university. There are various reasons why you might go through Clearing - you might be applying after the UCAS deadline, or if you didn’t meet the conditions of your offers, or if you’ve declined your firm place. You might even be thinking of changing your mind about what or where you want to study.
Our Clearing vacancies are now open. For details on how to apply for Clearing, top tips to help you through the process, and some of our most frequently asked questions, see our preparing for Clearing page.
We’re here to help
Contact us
You can contact our Admissions team who will be happy to answer your queries through any of the following routes.
- Contact us through our online live chat: click the speech icon at the bottom right of this screen.
- Log an enquiry online
- Email us at ug-ad@exeter.ac.uk
- Call us on 0300 555 6060 (UK callers) or +44 1392 723044 (international callers).
We'll be available to respond to your queries Monday to Friday from 09:00-17:00 (UK time).
We'll be extending our opening times on the following days:
- Thursday 13 August 2026, 08:00 – 18:00 (UK time)
- Friday 14 August 2026, 08:00 – 18:00 (UK time)
If you already have an offer from us
If you’re an existing Exeter offer-holder, you should check your status in UCAS Hub.
Decisions will be sent to UCAS as we start to receive results throughout June and July. For applicants taking A-Levels, please check your UCAS Hub from 08:00 on Thursday 13 August.
If you already have an offer from us but want to change course, please do not apply through Clearing. Instead please contact our Admissions team at: ug-ad@exeter.ac.uk (putting 'Request to change course' in the email subject).
Why choose Exeter?
Hear from our students about why they love studying here – from the vibrant student experience, strong employability and careers support, inspiring teaching and beautiful safe green campuses.
George, BA International Relations with Proficiency in Spanish
I believe that anyone who attends the University of Exeter is giving themselves a career and employability advantage instantly. The Exeter approach to employability is unique and clearly pays off in the highly skilled graduates it produces. Exeter graduates rank in the UK’s top 10 for the most targeted by leading employers, a reflection of the effort this University puts into making its graduates future ready.
The whole atmosphere around employability and careers at Exeter is very positive and welcoming. It isn’t a competition; people aren’t made to feel bad if they don’t know where to start when thinking about careers. The University of Exeter is very understanding of everyone’s situation and is extremely supportive of everyone’s circumstances. I came to Exeter not knowing where to begin on the careers front, and I will be leaving in July 2026 well-equipped for the future I want.
Thomas, Alumni, studied English and Creative Writing
Having heard about Exeter and how tailorable its degrees are, I decided to see what courses were available and found out about the BA English and Creative Writing programme and how it really suited my interests.
Exeter's pages on the process made it easy to navigate, and I knew how to contact staff for help if I needed it. I received my offer within a few hours and was able to confirm my place shortly after!
No matter what time you're finding that Clearing could be a good option for you, it's probably not as late as you think it is to get started.
Ayleen, BSc Business and Environment
Penryn’s small campus made it easier to settle in and connect with people...One of the things that stood out most to me is how personal the learning environment feels. The small cohort sizes mean you can actually build relationships with your lecturers — they know your name, your interests, and what you want to do in the future...That kind of support makes all the difference.
The campus itself feels like a hidden gem — surrounded by greenery, with views that make early-morning lectures slightly easier. And on sunny days, there’s something magical about studying outside or catching a sunset walk with friends after class. It’s moments like those that made Penryn feel like home.
Parakh, BSc Accounting and Finance with Industrial Experience
I didn’t want a university that felt overwhelming or chaotic. I didn’t want to get lost in a city where everything felt too fast. When I saw Streatham Campus, it felt different. It felt contained, green and calm.
It felt like a place where you could grow.
if you’re standing where I once stood, deciding whether to take that leap, just know this: It’s normal to feel unsure. But sometimes the right decision is the one that stretches you. And Exeter is a place where that stretch turns into strength.
Remie, studying BSc Psychology
Going through Clearing is not a sign of failure. It’s just another path – one that many students, myself included, take to find where they truly belong. Yes, it’s scary. Yes, it can feel overwhelming at the moment. But once the dust settles, you might just find that everything worked out even better than expected.