Highest-ranked universities in Clearing 2023
Need a uni place? Want a better one than your current offer? These top universities all have places in Clearing for 2023
Here are the 15 highest-ranked universities with undergraduate places available in Clearing in 2023.
Clearing vacancies are updated regularly throughout the Clearing period (which runs from July through to October). Once A-level results have been released, Clearing spaces at these universities can be expected to fill up quickly.
To check on the latest vacancies, check the Ucas Search page or visit the specific university website. You can also find a handy cheat-sheet of university contact details over on The Student Room.
All university rankings on this page reference The Guardian University Guide main league table. The universities featured had available undergraduate places in at least three different courses when Clearing opened on 5 July 2023.
University of Bath
Uni ranking | 7th
Bath is highly regarded for its excellence in teaching and research, and for its effectiveness in preparing students for the workplace. All of its subject areas offer a placement, internship or the chance to study abroad.- Discussion about the University of Bath on The Student Room
- Read more about the University of Bath in our guide
University of Warwick
Uni ranking | 8th
Warwick is as respected for boundary-breaking research as for teaching and business collaborations, and renowned for its entrepreneurialism and cosmopolitan outlook.- Discussion about University of Warwick on The Student Room
- Read more about University of Warwick in our guide
Loughborough University
Uni ranking | 10th
Based on the UK's largest campus, Loughborough University is known in particular for engineering and technology, as well as its sport-related courses and achievements.- Discussion about Loughborough University on The Student Room
- Read more about Loughborough University in our guide
University of Glasgow
Uni ranking | 11th
One of Scotland's four ancient universities, the University of Glasgow was founded almost 600 years ago in 1451. The university is spread over several campuses in and around Scotland's largest city.
- Discussion about University of Glasgow on The Student Room
- Read more about University of Glasgow in our guide
The University of Edinburgh
Uni ranking | 12th
A large university with a hefty reputation, the University of Edinburgh is home to more than 25,000 undergraduate students. Many courses are based in the central area of Edinburgh, but some - such as veterinary science - are on the outskirts.
- Discussion about The University of Edinburgh on The Student Room
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University of Aberdeen
Uni ranking | 13th
One of the four ancient Scottish universities (alongside Edinburgh, St Andrews and Glasgow), the University of Aberdeen was founded in 1495. It ranks highly for various courses including sports science, law and physics.- Discussion about University of Aberdeen on The Student Room
- Read more about University of Aberdeen in our guide
Lancaster University
Uni ranking | 14th
A research-intensive institution established in 1964, Lancaster University is home to around 9,000 undergraduates.- Discussion about Lancaster University on The Student Room
- Read more about Lancaster University in our guide
University of Exeter
Uni ranking | 15th
A member of the Russell Group since 2012, the University of Exeter has campuses in Truro and Penryn, as well as Exeter, and hosts more than 20,000 undergraduate students.
- Discussion about University of Exeter on The Student Room
- Read more about University of Exeter in our guide
University of Southampton
Uni ranking | 16th
A research-intensive university and founding member of the Russell Group, Southampton's focus on excellence has seen it move up the league tables in recent years.- Discussion about University of Southampton on The Student Room
- Read more about University of Southampton in our guide
University of Strathclyde
Uni ranking | 16th
Around 15,000 undergraduates study at the University of Strathclyde. It's particularly renowned for its engineering courses, but also ranks highly for courses such as business, law and pharmacy.- Discussion about University of Strathclyde on The Student Room
- Read more about University of Strathclyde in our guide
University of the Arts London (UAL)
Uni ranking | 19th
UAL - a university that specialises in art and design - is made up of six colleges: Camberwell College of Arts, Central Saint Martins, Chelsea College of Arts, the London College of Communication, the London College of Fashion, and the Wimbledon College of Arts.
- Discussion about University the Arts London on The Student Room
- Read more about University of the Arts London (UAL) in our guide
University of Leeds
Uni ranking | 20th
A founding member of the Russell Group, the University of Leeds has more than 30,000 students. Former students include politician Jack Straw, astronaut Piers Sellers and musician Mark Knopfler.- Discussion about University of Leeds on The Student Room
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Read more about University of Leeds in our guide
University of York
Uni ranking | 21st
The University of York was established in 1963 and has been a member of the Russell Group since 2012. It has made significant investment into its facilities over recent years to ensure that it maintains its impressive reputation.- Discussion about University of York on The Student Room
- Read more about University of York in our guide
Aston University
Uni ranking | 22nd
Aston University is located in central Birmingham. It says its mission "is to be the UK's leading university for students aspiring to succeed in business and the professions, where original research, enterprise and inspiring teaching deliver local and global impact."
