Guide to Clearing
Sign up for Clearing VIP Access
Skip the queues on results day with priority access, have a 1-2-1 call with a Clearing advisor and access finance and funding facts with our tailored emails and a reserved spot at our Clearing Online Open Day.
Sign up for Clearing VIP Access
Skip the queues on results day with priority access, have a 1-2-1 call with a Clearing advisor and access finance and funding facts with our tailored emails and a reserved spot at our Clearing Online Open Day.
Get info and updates
Register your interest to receive information about life and studying at Herts. We’ll keep you up to date with news, events and the latest information to help you through your university journey.
Sign up for updates
Interested in studying at the University of Hertfordshire and want to sign up to our mailing list to learn more about our facilities, living in the UK and student life? Use the form below and our team will also keep you informed of key updates such as events near you, applications opening and more!
Search for your perfect course
Clearing made simple: six easy steps
Check if you’re eligible
If you have no offers by 30 June, no longer wish to accept an offer, or haven't met your offer conditions, you should be eligible for Clearing. Check in your UCAS Hub for the 'add Clearing choice' option. If you haven’t made a UCAS application by 30 June, you will need to set up an account in the UCAS Hub.
Research courses
Be prepared and research the different courses available. If you need assistance or want advice, sign up for Clearing VIP Access to get a 1-2-1 call with a Clearing advisor and a reserved spot at our Clearing Online Open Day. Keep your options open and explore different subjects - you don’t have to stick to your original plan.
Gather everything you need
Once you’ve found a course (or courses) you're interested in, gather your qualifications and grades (A-level, BTEC, and GCSE Maths and English) as well as your UCAS ID – you'll need these when you make your application. Use the UCAS tariff calculator to work out your achieved tariff points.
Apply
From 1 July, all courses in Clearing will be clearly marked on our website. Clearing places are allocated on a first-come, first-served basis, so if you have your grades to hand, call our hotline or apply online to secure your place.
Receive offer
We may be able to offer you a place immediately, or within 48 hours if this is not possible. However you apply, we’ll confirm your offer by email, outlining the next steps to accept your place. Be sure to add ask@herts.ac.uk to your contact list to avoid important updates ending up in your junk!
Accept offer
To accept your offer, select Herts as your ‘Clearing choice’ in your UCAS Hub by the deadline in your offer email. Once this shows on your ‘Choices’ page, you’re on your way to becoming a Herts student! 🎉 We’ll verify your results and keep in touch over email, guiding you through enrolment and assisting you in securing accommodation.
Dates to remember
1 July
If you’ve already got your grades, you can start your Clearing application early with Herts
5 July
Clearing opens. You can add Herts as your Clearing choice in your UCAS Hub from this date
5 August
Applicants with Scottish Qualification Authority (SQA) results can apply
14 August
A-Level and BTEC results day! Your UCAS Hub will show your application status and will let you know if you are in Clearing
20 October
Clearing closes – last chance to add a Clearing choice to your UCAS Hub
FAQs
Clearing opens on 5 July, but you can apply to Herts from 1 July. All courses in Clearing will be clearly marked on our subject and course pages. Sign up to become a Clearing VIP and get updates, and exclusive info straight to your inbox.
Yes, absolutely! If you’re joining us through Clearing, you can still apply for student finance to help cover tuition fees and living costs as normal. Visit the official gov.uk website for full guidance and to apply.
If you have already made your student finance application but are changing your course or university choice, you'll need to let SFE (Student Finance England) know and they will update your application.
We offer a range of non-repayable scholarships to celebrate academic success, talent, or personal achievements. Check to see what scholarships are available and if you are eligible.
As soon as you receive an offer, we’ll email you with next steps on how to accept it. We recommend choosing Herts as your UCAS Clearing choice as soon as possible. This secures your place and lets you progress with the rest of your applications such as accommodation and finance. If you do not select us as your Clearing choice before the deadline stipulated in your offer email, it may result in us being unable to confirm your place.
We’d love you to explore our campus! You can book a campus tour or visit our undergraduate events page to see upcoming events. If you're unable to visit us in-person, sign up for Clearing VIP Access to join our Clearing Online Open Day on 23 July, or take a virtual tour to view our facilities.
Have a question? We're here to help! You can contact our team here. Or why not become a Clearing VIP and book a 15-minute call with a Clearing advisor and get a reserved spot at our Clearing Online Open Day where you can get all your questions answered.
Head to your course page to check specific entry requirements. During Clearing, we often take a more flexible, student-focused approach to admissions and will consider each application on an individual basis.
You can apply for student finance as soon as you have an offer, no need to wait! Just update your course details later if needed. The earlier you apply, the better.
Our bursary scheme helps make the everyday costs of university life such as books, travel, and living expenses easier. Check to see if you are eligible for a bursary. These can make a real difference.
You'll receive an email from us within 48 hours of submitting your application, often sooner! Ensure you add ask@herts.ac.uk to your contact list so you don’t miss our email. Also check your spam/junk folders just in case.
Absolutely! You can still submit an application for on-campus accommodation if you apply through Clearing. We offer a variety of rooms to suit all budgets - bills included. Explore our accommodation options.
International applicants can apply directly to Herts, so don't need to go through clearing. Apply online.
If you have any international queries in the meantime, you can contact our International Team via email international@herts.ac.uk, or by phone tel:+441158242657
Sign up for Clearing VIP Access
Skip the queues on results day with priority access, have a 1-2-1 call with a Clearing advisor and access finance and funding facts with our tailored emails and a reserved spot at our Clearing Online Open Day.
Sign up for Clearing VIP Access
Skip the queues on results day with priority access, have a 1-2-1 call with a Clearing advisor and access finance and funding facts with our tailored emails and a reserved spot at our Clearing Online Open Day.
Get info and updates
Register your interest to receive information about life and studying at Herts. We’ll keep you up to date with news, events and the latest information to help you through your university journey.
Sign up for updates
Interested in studying at the University of Hertfordshire and want to sign up to our mailing list to learn more about our facilities, living in the UK and student life? Use the form below and our team will also keep you informed of key updates such as events near you, applications opening and more!