Today’s the day – We’re open for clearing!

So today really is the day – the 5th July marks an exciting opportunity for many of you as Bournemouth University Clearing is now open! This is a little blog about applying to Bournemouth University through Clearing (and a little secret… it’s quick, easy and stress-free). What is Clearing? Clearing is organised by UCAS and… Read more » about Today’s the day – We’re open for clearing!

My achievements despite coming through Clearing

I expected to go through Clearing. My final exams did not go very well and so I decided to take a proactive approach and look for other options before results day and write down potential courses that I could apply for if necessary. Results day revealed my grades were not high enough for my insurance… Read more » about My achievements despite coming through Clearing

Why I’m glad I went through Clearing

Admitting that Clearing actually worked out for the best can be hard as you didn’t get your first choice of University, but most people I know that went through Clearing agree with this. To wake up on results day with a rejection can be daunting, and it can feel like the end of the world… Read more » about Why I’m glad I went through Clearing

Lucy’s story: My Clearing experience

Clearing… Cue the most stressful couple of weeks of my life. The pressure to get into your first choice university is huge, and I definitely wasn’t prepared for what would happen if I didn’t get in. I had just assumed that even if I didn’t quite meet the entry requirements, they would still let me… Read more » about Lucy’s story: My Clearing experience

Katrina’s Clearing story

It’s easy to feel like you have lost all chances of pursing your dreams when you’re rejected from all of your chosen universities on results day. There will be plenty of thoughts running through your mind, ‘I’m sure I aced that exam,’ ‘Surely they marked it wrong,’ ‘No university will accept these grades’. But you… Read more » about Katrina’s Clearing story

Accommodation for Clearing Students

Applying through Clearing for university can be a stressful time, but once you have your place confirmed, you can begin to plan for the next year ahead! Accommodation is one of the first things most people think about, and there are so many options available so it doesn’t have to be daunting. I was lucky enough… Read more » about Accommodation for Clearing Students

Did joining BU through Clearing make any difference?

Like me, you may have found yourself having to go through Clearing. Clearing for me was not something I had considered, I did not think that it would be something I would have to contend with but sometimes life throws you a curveball, and in this situation, one that I am completely grateful for.  My… Read more » about Did joining BU through Clearing make any difference?

Why I’m glad I went through Clearing

My Clearing experience was a little overwhelming at first. I remember the day; it was so bright and sunny. I was happy with my plan to call my top 5 universities to see if there were any vacancies on my favourite course (which was Nursing). Nursing at the time was ‘my thing’ you know and I was so… Read more » about Why I’m glad I went through Clearing