Clearing: Frequently Asked Questions

We will provide information on the courses available through Clearing in July.

Clearing will re-open in July 2027.

You can apply straight away if you already have your qualifications.  

UWS course availability can fill up quickly, so get in touch as soon as you can.

• Search our clearing course vacancies to see what is available. 

• If you have all the results of your qualifications, get in touch with our Clearing team by   

• Completing our UWS Clearing Application Enquiry Form (this will be live for Clearing in July 2027)

• Our Clearing team may be able to make you a clearing offer. 

• You’ll have some time to consider your offer, and we’ll give you a deadline to apply via UCAS. 

• We’ll provide you with details on how to complete the UCAS process. 

• Attend one of our Clearing Welcome Sessions on campus or online. 

Absolutely. Get in touch with our Clearing Team in 2027 and they can check your eligibility and talk you through the process.

Yes, please complete our UWS Clearing Application Enquiry Form (this will be live for Clearing in July 2027)

If your results are better than expected and you now want to change universities and you are holding a firm unconditional place, you can release yourself into Clearing from July 2027.

Use the ‘decline your place’ button in your application.

Only use this button if you no longer wish to take up your place at your firm choice, and you have spoken to your university or college and/or an adviser at your school/centre.

You can. As soon as you get your exam results you can use Clearing to find a place on a course that’s caught your attention and has vacancies available.

Just remember, you’ll still need to meet the Clearing entry requirements that apply.

If you’re 21 or over, then you’re classed as a mature student. You’ll still be able to apply to UWS through Clearing.   

You can complete our UWS Clearing Application Enquiry Form (this will be live for Clearing in July 2027).

UWS accepts a variety of qualifications, including HNC, HND and BTEC, as well as considering work-based learning and work experience for those who have been away from study for a longer period.

Absolutely. We offer university on campus accommodation on our Ayr and Paisley campuses.