A Guide to University Clearing
Here, Heriot-Watt University dispels some of the myths surrounding Clearing and tells you why the process can be so useful
There are a lot of myths surrounding the university experience. Whether you?ve been told that students don?t cook or that the only people who go to university are well off, there will be stories or expectations that have built up over time.Â
One of these is a negative perception of accessible methods for applying to university. Clearing, in particular, has received a lot of negative stigmas.Â
1. ?Clearing is only for people who did badly in their exams?Â
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This is possibly the most common myth surrounding clearing, and a lot of the stigma towards it comes from this. While it is the best option if your grades were not what you expected, there are plenty of reasons to even have a quick look even if you?ve obtained the results you want. You make your first and secondary choices for your course months in advance of your results getting released. It is understandable that while waiting for them that you might have a change of heart. Having the option to find a university and course that suits you is useful because you never know where your interests or career paths may lead.Â
2. ?No one goes through Clearing?Â
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Clearing is far more common than people realise, and grades aren?t always the reason for using the feature. In 2023, a total of 38,140 students managed to secure their university places through UCAS Clearing, up fr...
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