Clearing 2026 Frequently Asked Questions

Clearing is an opportunity for those applicants who are yet to find a place at university to apply for places that are still available. 

Clearing gives you the chance to join Bangor University this September - whether you’ve already applied through UCAS or are just starting your journey.

Perhaps you’ve had a change of heart about where you want to study or you might have decided to apply to university after the UCAS deadline. Whatever your path, Clearing opens the door to new possibilities.

At Bangor, we’ll help you find a course that fits your ambitions and gives you the confidence to take your next step. This is your opportunity to become part of a welcoming, close‑knit community where every student is supported and every voice matters.

Clearing officially starts on Thursday, 2 July. You'll be able to register your interest in Clearing to receive the latest updates or you can apply for a course through Clearing from this date. 

• Applicants without current offers: Anyone who has made a UCAS undergraduate application and doesn't currently hold any offers from a university can apply to Bangor University through Clearing.
• Late applicants: Individuals who are yet to make any applications to a university for this September can apply to Bangor University directly through Clearing.

You might be considering applying for a course at Bangor University through Clearing for several reasons:

• If on results day you didn't achieve the required grades for your firm or insurance choice university, Clearing at Bangor University could provide your next opportunity.
• Even if you met the requirements of your initial choices but have decided they aren't the right path for you, you can 'release yourself into Clearing' through UCAS and explore the options available at Bangor University.
• If you haven't yet applied to any university for this September, Clearing at Bangor University offers a route to start your studies this autumn in North Wales.
• Mature students returning to education or those changing careers may find Clearing at Bangor University an accessible and efficient way to pursue academic goals in a supportive environment.
• If unforeseen circumstances have led you to consider university later in the application cycle, Clearing at Bangor University can still offer a pathway to higher education.

Yes, you can apply through Clearing if you have an offer from another university. If you met the requirements of your initial choices but have decided they aren't the right choice for you, you can 'release yourself into Clearing' through UCAS and explore the options available at Bangor University. 

If Bangor is your Firm Choice

Check your status on-line

Once you have received your results, you can check on-line to see if your place with us has been confirmed via UCAS Hub. This can save you time, especially if our phone lines are busy. 

If your place is confirmed on Track, there is no need to contact us.

However, if a decision is not yet visible on UCAS Hub or you need to talk to us about your conditional offer then we will be running a special Admissions Helpline to deal with any questions you may have.

If you meet the conditions of our offer:  

• Just sit back and relax-there is no need for you to get in touch
• A confirmation of your place will be sent to you direct from UCAS a few days after your results
• Have a look at the website for a taste of what to expect during your first weeks.

If you don't meet the conditions of our offer:  

If you don't quite meet the conditions of our offer, it may still be possible for you to take up this place or be considered for a similar course 

• Please get in touch so that we can discuss the situation with you
• When calling, make sure you have your UCAS application number and your exam results 

If Bangor is your Insurance Choice

Once you have received your results, you should check UCAS Hub to find out the latest situation about your firm and insurance choices. You should also look at the UCAS advice about results day and what happens next.

If you do not meet the conditions of your Firm Choice and they have decided not to offer you a place, but you have met our conditions as your Insurance Choice, you will automatically be placed at Bangor as part of the UCAS Admissions process. 

However, if a decision is not yet visible on UCAS Hub or you need to talk to us about your conditional offer, then please contact the Bangor Admissions Helpline. Make sure you have your UCAS application number and exam results to hand when contacting the Helpline. 

Applying for accommodation 

Once your place at Bangor is confirmed you will receive an email in 24-48 hours inviting you to apply for accommodation. The email will explain what you need to do next and will give you access to our online application system.

• If you did not get the grades or points score that you needed, your Firm or Insurance Choice university may still decide to accept you onto the course.
• Contact them and do not just assume that you are in Clearing.
• If they decide not to accept you, or if you are not holding offers at any institution, you are eligible to apply for a place through Clearing.
• You’ll know that you are in Clearing if your UCAS application states ‘You are in Clearing’ or ‘Clearing has started’.
• Applicants making applications after 30th June are automatically entered into Clearing and are also eligible.
• If you are in Clearing, you must contact universities directly to enquire about available places on their courses and whether you meet their requirements.

• Ring the Clearing Helpline.
• You can also discuss your options and apply for a course through Clearing over Live Chat.
• The Online Clearing Application Form will be available as alternative way of applying for a course through Clearing. 

Don’t worry, Clearing lasts for far more than one day so you do have time to make up your mind and find a course. 

When contacting us, have your UCAS application number, Clearing number, course codes, your A Level results and relevant GCSE results to hand as the staff on the Clearing Helpline will ask for these. We will also need your contact details and e-mail address so we can send you your Clearing offer in writing.

If possible, do not be on holiday or at work, keep the day free to contact universities. You need to be available to speak to admissions tutors and make decisions yourself – your parents, teachers and friends cannot do it for you. If you must work that day or are away travelling or on holiday, it’s worth giving your parent/guardian nominated access to your UCAS application details so that they can speak on your behalf. 

We will email you with your official Clearing offer. There will be instructions in the email on how to accept the offer by selecting Bangor University as your Clearing choice on UCAS Hub. When you have accepted the offer, we'll send an email in 24-48 hours inviting you to apply for accommodation. The email will explain what you need to do next and will give you access to our online application system.

Yes, we there will be opportunities for Clearing applicants to visit Bangor University before starting in September. We encourage you to visit Bangor University before starting the course, especially if you have not previously attended an Open Day. 

Yes, if you apply through Clearing for a course that's based at our Bangor campus, you are guaranteed a place in University accommodation as long as you choose Bangor through UCAS by Thursday, 27 August, and book your place in halls by Monday, 31 August.  

When you have accepted our Clearing offer, we'll send an email in 24-48 hours inviting you to apply for accommodation. The email will explain what you need to do next and will give you access to our online application system. 

Free gym membership is included in the cost of halls. Our accommodation is modern and spacious and ranked 1st in Wales and 12th in the UK by University Compare (2026).

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