Clearing advice for parents and guardians
Tips on how to support somebody through Clearing
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Clearing is now open!
Contact us on the number below if you need guidance for your child's application.
Call our Clearing Hotline on 0203 040 3991.
What is Clearing?
Clearing is the name of the process universities use to fill any available spaces on their courses. It is an exciting opportunity for students to get into a university and on a course that best suits them. Last year, over 70,000 UK students secured their university place through Clearing.
Clearing is a great option if your child has:
changed their mind about where or what they’d like to study
not met the conditions of their offers
not received any offers
received better grades than predicted
rejected all their offers
applied after 30 June
not applied through UCAS at all
only just decided to go to university
taken a year out/gap year and already has qualifications.
Key dates
For all students
| Clearing opens | Thursday 2 July 2026 |
| SQA results day: | Tuesday, 4 August 2026. Applies to Scottish students only. |
| A-level results day | Thursday 13 August 2026. On results day, your child will have time to add their new choice of university to their UCAS hub profile which is the online system that shows how applications are progressing. Under the Consumer Rights Act (2015), applicants have the right to cancel their offer within 14 days. |
| Welcome Week starts | Monday 14 September 2026 |
| Teaching starts | Monday 21 September 2026 |
For international students only:
| Request CAS (non-priority visa) | Monday 7 September 2026 |
| Request CAS (priority visa) | Monday 14 September 2026 |
Please note: All outstanding documents and deposit payments must be received by these dates for CAS issuance.
The Clearing process can seem daunting, but there are practical steps that you can take to help your child get organised ahead of results day.
Hear from real students
Discover how current Ravensbourne students secured their place in Clearing
How to secure your place through Clearing
Alexia and George joined Ravensbourne through Clearing and are taking full advantage of Ravensbourne's flexible study spaces and riverside views
Spaces that support dedicated, hands-on learning
Aesthetic views to unwind adding to campus life
Breakout spaces to study, collaborate and recharge
Entertainment on your doorstep
How can you help?
1. Encourage your child to apply for early clearing support
Sign up for early Clearing support and get priority access on Results Day.
2. Register your interest for one of our courses
Explore our courses and apply online to secure a place with us this September.
3. Check our bursaries page to see if your child is eligible for help with study costs
4. Book a building tour or chat to our staff and students
If you and your child are curious about what it's like to study at Ravensbourne, our tailored building tours and friendly team are here to help.
Need more support?
Drop our friendly team an email at [email protected]
