It’s not too late to change your mind. If your circumstances, priorities or goals have shifted, you can release yourself from your current university place and apply to another university through Clearing.
Whether you want to explore new options, find a course that suits you better, or simply start fresh, here’s what you need to know about rejecting your firm choice and going through Clearing.
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If you’ve already accepted a firm offer through UCAS but decide you’d like to go elsewhere, you can choose to decline your place and apply to other universities using Clearing.
This process is known as self-release. It's a way for you to take control and look at alternative courses that are available.
You’ll need to be certain, as once you release yourself, you won’t be able to return to your original place unless the university agrees to reinstate your offer.
Find out more about Clearing at Brighton
You can release yourself into Clearing using your UCAS Hub account. Here’s how:
Before you do this, it’s a good idea to speak to the university you want to apply to – they may be able to make you an informal offer so you can be confident before making the switch.
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UCAS Clearing officially opens on July 5 but you can only self-release once you’ve accepted a firm place and are eligible.
You don’t have to wait until your exam Results Day to make this change. If you’ve had a change of heart, it’s possible to self-release earlier – as long as you’re ready and have a new course in mind.
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There are lots of reasons why you might choose to self-release:
But self-releasing isn’t for everyone. Before you take this step:
Find your perfect Clearing course at Brighton
Once you’re in Clearing, you can contact universities to ask about places and apply for new courses.
At Brighton, we can often make an offer over the phone, or we might ask for more information before confirming your place.
How to call a university during Clearing
There's a lot of student support throughout Clearing. If you're unsure, talk to us first. Our friendly team can explain how Clearing works and help you decide if self-releasing is the right move.You don’t have to navigate this on your own - get in touch with our Clearing team.
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