Didn’t get the A-level results you need? Don’t panic – you could still get into university yet.
Thousands of places are still available through the Clearing system. Students who missed their grades can be swooped up for degree courses at dozens of institutions – including 17 Russell Group universities.
But the dash for a place can be an anxious experience. Changing your life plans straight after finding out your exam results is no mean feat. Is Clearing right for you? Should you accept an offer? And who should you call to sort it all out?
To help you through the process, we’ve assembled a team of experts to answer any questions you might have.
The panel
Lynsey Hopkins, head of admissions at Sheffield University, @sheffielduni. Lynsey has worked in university admissions for fourteen years, at the universities of Birmingham, Warwick and Sheffield. She chairs UCAS’s Undergraduate Advisory Group and the Russell Group Admissions Forum.
Hattie Wrixon, co-founder of Unisnotforme.com, @unisnotforme. Hattie launched Uni’s Not For Me, a resource for young people exploring their career options, when she was 17.
Lorraine Westwood, director of marketing and communications at Keele University, @LAWheduc. Lorraine has over 20 years experience of advising and guiding students through Clearing.
Sophie Graham, education and awareness co-ordinator and careers adviser for the National Careers Service. Sophie has worked in careers advice and guidance since 2010 and this will be her sixth year supporting students with their A-level results.
Bradley Busch, psychologist, @Inner_Drive. Bradley is a registered psychologist and director at InnerDrive, a mental skills training company.
Emma Jubbs, schools and colleges liaison manager at the University of Lincoln, @unilincoln. Emma has worked at the University for over 15 years and has a wealth of experience advising students on the best route to University.
Nick Hynes, careers adviser at UCAS National Exam Results Helpline. With over 25 years’ experience, Nick can advise on all options available to A-level students.
Ucas Clearing timetable 2016
18 August – A-level results day
31 August – Adjustment ends and any remaining conditions to be met – otherwise the institution may not accept you
30 September – Clearing vacancy search closes; you can still add choices in Track, but contact institutions to discuss spaces first
20 October – Last date to add Clearing choices and for universities to make decisions
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