When does Clearing open

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When does Clearing open?

Key dates and timelines for Clearing 2026

Clearing 2026 officially opens in the summer, giving you another chance to find the right university course. Whether you’ve changed your mind, missed your offer, or are applying for the first time, there are still plenty of options available to apply for the right course for you. We're ready to help you secure a place quickly and support you throughout the process.Below you'll find all the key dates for Clearing 2026 so you know what you'll need to do and when. Clearing 2026 is your chance to move forward and start your future with confidence.  

Remember you can use Clearing if:

  • you’re applying after 30 June
  • you didn’t receive any offers (or none you wanted to accept)
  • you didn’t meet the conditions of your offers
  • you’ve declined your firm place using the ‘decline my place’ button in your application

If you have any questions about Clearing you can contact us at study@kent.ac.uk or telephone: +44 (0)1227 768896 and we'll be happy to help you through the Clearing process. 

Clearing 2026

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July 2, 2026

UCAS Clearing for 2026 opens

From 2 July, you can apply for a course via UCAS Clearing if you’re not already holding an offer from a university or college, and the course still has places, or you’ve declined your firm place using the ‘decline my place’ button in your application

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August 4, 2026

Results Day - SQA

Scottish Exam Results Day. Students across Scotland find out their results for National 5, Higher, Advanced Higher and National Progression Award.

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August 13, 2026

Results day - A-level, T-Level, BTEC

Results are released for A-Level, T-Level and BTEC exams. Students who sat these exams find out their results. 

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October 19, 2026

UCAS Clearing for 2026 closes

You can no longer apply for a 2026 course.

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