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A-level results day 2020: what to expect
A-level results day 2020 is on Thursday 13 August. Get ready for every possible scenario, including if you don't get the results you needed.
13 August 2019
7 min read
Ucas Clearing 2020: Your survival guide
Everything you need to find a course through Ucas Clearing. We have the latest info on Clearing 2020 and what to do before and after results day.
13 August 2019
5 min read
How to survive results day, according to students
Collecting those all-important results this summer? We spoke to students who were in the same position last year to ask them for their top tips...
29 July 2019
5 min read
How to survive results day, according to parents
Parents who took a ride on the results day roller-coaster last year with their child told us about the experience, including what they did when their child didn't get the grades they hoped for.
29 July 2019
4 min read
Clearing 2020: How might your Clearing phone call go?
What questions can you expect when you call a university during Clearing – and how do you tackle them on the spot? Our mock Q&A covers some popular scenarios...
05 July 2019
5 min read
Clearing 2020: how to call universities
Wondering what questions will be asked during Clearing? Prepare for your Clearing phone call with our Clearing checklist.
05 July 2019
5 min read
BTEC results day and Clearing: what you need to know
Our expert guide to results day for BTEC students. Top Clearing tips to help BTEC students stand out from the crowd.
04 July 2019
8 min read
SQA results day: what to expect
A guide of what to expect on results day in Scotland, including how to prepare and what to do if you don't get the SQA results you were expecting.
04 July 2019
5 min read
Clearing 2020: five ways to get a head start
Results day might mean university Clearing for any student. It’s best to be prepared. Stay ahead of the competition with our Clearing tips.
04 July 2019
7 min read
GCSE results day 2020: what to expect
What is GCSE results day like? Can you retake if you don’t get the grades you were expecting?
04 July 2019
5 min read
Clearing guide 2020 for parents
A useful Clearing guide for parents to help support their child on A-level results day 2020, whatever results they open.
03 July 2019
9 min read
The reality of Clearing: as told by students
You may have only heard horror stories about the Clearing process, but here’s the real story from people who have actually gone through it…
03 July 2019
3 min read
How I survived Clearing: Megan's story
Did you not get the grades you wanted for uni? Going through Clearing needn’t be stressful. Hear another student’s successful story.
03 July 2019
4 min read
Where to go for help with Clearing 2020
Not sure who can help with Clearing vacancies? Our guide tells you who to contact with all your Ucas clearing advice and essentials for 2020.
03 July 2019
5 min read
Clearing 2020: 10 tips from students to help you through
Are you about to face university Clearing? We asked previous students to give us their top Clearing tips. Keep calm with our helpful Clearing guide.
03 July 2019
3 min read
Clearing 2020: five things you didn't know about Clearing and results day
Think you're ready for results day (and potentially, Clearing too)? Here are five facts that might catch you off-guard...
03 July 2019
5 min read
Clearing and results day 2020: prepare your back-up plan
Get prepared now for A-level results day not going to plan. From similar courses to university shortlists and trading up – our Ucas Clearing 2020 tips will help to keep you calm.
03 July 2019
4 min read
Clearing 2020: how to make your university course decision
Clearing can be stressful – don’t panic! Read our Clearing guide with tips for helping you make the right university course decision.
03 July 2019
1 min read
Clearing 2020: tips from admissions tutors [video]
Need to go through Ucas Clearing? This useful short video features helpful advice from university admissions tutors.
02 July 2019
4 min read
Clearing 2020: five ways The Uni Guide can make your life easier
We’re here to help make the Clearing process easier. Our helpful search lets you quickly compare courses and universities. Plus, lots more Clearing tips.
30 June 2019
4 min read
Finding accommodation in Clearing
Are you searching for last-minute student accommodation? Don’t panic. Read our real-life student Clearing experiences for tips.
25 June 2019
2 min read
Student accommodation guide #4: living at home
Thinking about staying at home and travelling into university, to save money on rent?
17 May 2018
4 min read
Student accommodation guide #1: university halls
Thinking about living in university halls? Our helpful guides will help you with all your uni accommodation decisions.
16 May 2018
4 min read
Student accommodation guide #3: private halls
Considering the private hall option? Some universities will refer you to 3rd party providers if they don't have enough spaces in their halls. This is what you should know.
07 May 2018
4 min read
How do universities view gap years?
Gap years can be a good plan before starting your uni course. With lots of gap-year opportunities and ideas out there, here’s how to make sure your gap year is viewed favourably by your university.
16 April 2018
4 min read
Results day 2016: how it all went down
Last minute meltdowns, results reactions, cupcakes, Snapchat Stories – this is how results day 2016 went down in one school.
15 June 2017
3 min read
Top five subjects found through Clearing revealed
What subjects and courses can you study through Clearing? Read our breakdown of official Ucas data to see where Clearing might take you…
30 May 2017
3 min read
Student view: what it's like to go through Clearing
Our student blogger reveals what it's like to go through Ucas Clearing and offers some tips on how to approach the whole experience.
30 May 2016
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