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How to apply through Clearing – Bath Spa University

How to apply through Clearing

Get in touch 

Call our admissions team on +44 (0)1225 875550 or complete our online form.

Our phone lines are open 10am - 4pm, Monday to Friday.

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It's not too late to apply!

If you're applying for the first time now, didn’t get the results you were expecting, or have decided to go to university with results attained some time ago, you can now apply to study at Bath Spa this year. It's simple, just log into UCAS Hub and apply to Bath Spa through Clearing!

So what is Clearing? Clearing is an opportunity to either attend a different university and study a similar course Or if you weren't sure you wanted to apply to uni until now, it's an opportunity to do so. You can use it if:

  • You're applying on or after 5 July
  • You didn't receive any offers
  • You don't want to accept the offers you've received
  • You didn't meet the conditions of your offer

Clearing is open from 5 July. Most people will apply on or just after results day on 17 August.

Log into UCAS to start your Clearing application to Bath Spa now.

Top tips for stress-free Clearing

Clearing top tip #1: Prepare

Preparation is key, and taking the time to do some research beforehand will guarantee a less stressful situation. Look into as many universities as you can that offer the subject you’re interested in ahead of results day so you have plenty of options to choose from.

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Clearing top tip #2: Pick up the phone

Don’t be afraid to talk to a university to see if they have availability in the courses you’re interested in. We're here to help you and answer any questions you may have, so get in touch with our Clearing helpline team on +44 (0)1225 875 550.

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Clearing top tip #3: Research all your options

At Bath Spa University, students can apply for a range of courses through Clearing – from social sciences, to photography, computing, law and teaching. Don't limit yourself - explore all the different subjects!

Clearing top tip #4: Don't panic!

We know it’s hard not to stress, but the more prepared you are, the less panicked you’ll feel on the day. Take some time to get together everything you need, then spend a few minutes meditating, listen to music, go for a short walk, or any other activity that relaxes you before you pick up the phone. You got this!

Student funding, scholarships and bursaries

Student funding

If you have already applied for student finance but are going through Clearing, we recommend that you let Student Finance know that your details have changed as soon as possible.

If you haven’t applied for student finance yet, you should apply now to maximise your chances of having all the money available to you at the start of your course.

There’s lots of support available. Visit our Student Finance page, or check out the dedicated Student Finance Zone on The Student Room, which has helpful tools and guidance.

If you live in Wales, Scotland, or Northern Ireland you can inform the relevant funding body of any changes to your course:

If you are a pre-settled EU student (tuition fee loan only) then please contact the Student Finance EU Team regarding any changes.

Scholarships and bursaries

We offer a range of Bath Spa University scholarships, bursaries and awards to help you fund your studies.

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