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UCAS Clearing Student Case Studies

Finding a place through UCAS Clearing can seem a bit scary and daunting but it's actually quite a positive and stress-free process for most students.

Northumbria University students share their UCAS Clearing stories, find out more about the clearing process below.

 

Find out more about Renee's Clearing experience.

Renee Fraser-Shepherd

"A foundation year gave me extra time to develop as a professional"
Student wearing glasses and white tshirt smiling

Luis Davis

“Before I knew it, I was being contacted with an offer.”
Blonde student in a white tshirt standing in front of house smiling

Emma Swinney

“Trust your gut and don’t be afraid to change your mind.”
Girl pulling book out of bookshelf and smiling

Tianna Hunkins

"Speaking to someone on the phone made me feel so much more at ease."
Girl smiling at camera

Stefani Rodham

"I was surprised to find the whole thing was a lot less intimidating than I expected."
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Katie Riddle

"Northumbria were offering me something that I hadn’t seen anywhere else."
Student wearing white shirt and brown jumper smiling

Matthew Lowe

"Securing a place at university was a really simple process."
Student in grey hoodie, stood in front of plants, smiling

Archie Dyer

“Whatever your reason for ringing the hotline, it will be over within a few minutes, and then you’re free to celebrate.”
Student wearing cream jumper with red sleeves smiling

Elise Taylor

"I am so happy that I made the last minute decision to study at Northumbria."

Page last reviewed: 10 December 2025

Next review due: 10 December 2026

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