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Clearing
What's next for you?
Clearing is another chance for you to find your place and start university this September.
Clearing is open from 5 July 2025.
You can use Clearing if you:
- have changed your mind about what or where you want to study
- got higher or lower grades than you expected
- haven’t applied to study at university for September 2025 yet
Clearing is an opportunity to find a path that may lead you to great opportunities and experiences. Be proud of what you have achieved, stay positive and believe in yourself.
Zahra, BA (Hons) Criminology
Clearing key dates
Clearing takes place between 5 July and 20 October.
Results Day for the majority of qualifications (A level, T level and BTEC) takes place in mid-August. This is always the busiest day of Clearing, with large numbers of students searching for university places.
Get set for Clearing
Clearing opens up new possibilities for you.
Get ahead of the game. Explore our guidance and approach Clearing with confidence:
What happens if your results aren't what you expect, or you want to try something or somewhere different?
It pays to have a plan for Clearing. Learn how to prepare, from our expert staff and students who've been there.
Not applied for a university place yet? No problem - you can make your first application in Clearing.
You'll need your results before you apply in Clearing. Find out when they're available and what to do next.
Not sure if undergraduate study is right for you? Find out how a degree can launch the future you want.
Explore our resources and help your young person make the most of their opportunities in Clearing.
You can still apply to start a degree course at Bradford in September 2025. Find out how.
Make a Clearing enquiry
Clearing opens on 5 July 2025.
Get prepared now - ask us your questions and we'll do our best to help.