CLEARING 2026

If you have all of your results, you can use our online application form or call us on 0800 085 1085 to find out if we are able to make you an offer. 

If we can make you an offer, we’ll provide information to help you add your Clearing choice to formalise it through UCAS.  

For step-by-step guidance on applying through Clearing, read our full breakdown of the UCAS Clearing application process.

Results day is a big moment, and with the right preparation, you can make the most of it. You may wish to consider: 

• Registering as a Northumbria Clearing VIP – this way all the advice is sent to you at the most relevant times, and you’ll get exclusive access to a webinar and our online Clearing Toolkit. 

• Understanding some of the key Clearing terminology with our Jargon Buster. 

• Familiarising yourself with the tariff points and qualifications that we accept at Northumbria. 

• Exploring our Accommodation options. 

• Having a look around – join us for a campus tour in-person or virtually. 

• Reading stories from our recent Clearing applicants with our Case Studies. 

For more information about how Clearing works, refer to our Clearing Process guide.

If you were previously interviewed for a course during the main cycle and were not successful at your interview, you can reapply for the same course via Clearing, providing you meet the academic requirements. You will be required to attend a new online interview. 

Through UCAS Clearing, you can apply for only one course at a time. If your first choice is unsuccessful, you can then apply for another. While you can explore various courses and universities during Clearing, you will only have one active application.  

At Northumbria, once you have your results, we recommend you use our NU Clearing Form before applying through UCAS as we will be able to tell you if we are able to make you an offer.

Yes! Join us at our Clearing Open House on 14th and 15th of August where you can join a campus tour, view accommodation and ask any questions you may have about life at Northumbria.

Can't make that date? You can book on to a campus tour to meet our staff and students as well as view our facilities across the campus, or take a virtual tour.

Yes, you can reapply for a course you have previously declined, provided you meet the Clearing academic entry requirements.  

A good place to start is the UCAS Budget Calculator, which helps you map out what student life will realistically cost beyond tuition, including rent, food, bills and socialising, and lets you compare costs across different locations. It's a handy way to build a realistic budget before the term starts.

Once you know you're studying with us, our Managing Your Money page is worth a look too, as it breaks down average monthly living costs specifically for studying in Newcastle, along with budgeting tips, financial support options, and student discount guides.

What's already provided varies by accommodation (some halls include a kettle, toaster or dishwasher, etc.), but it's worth checking the Accommodation What to Bring Guide for the full breakdown. Here's a quick checklist of the additional items you may wish to consider:

Bedroom

• Bed linen (sheets, duvet cover, pillowcases), duvet, pillows
• Laptop/PC, cables and chargers
• Stationery, notepads, USB stick
• Clothes horse and laundry basket

Kitchen

• Crockery, cutlery and cooking utensils
• Saucepans, frying pan, baking tray
• Chopping board and knives
• Tupperware, mugs, glasses
• Tin opener, bottle opener, grater
• Cling film, foil, bin bags, tea towels
• A couple of days' worth of food to start with

Bathroom

• Bath and hand towels
• Toothbrush, toothpaste, shower gel, shampoo and conditioner
• Toilet rolls, toilet cleaner and laundry detergent
• Flip-flops or slippers for shared bathrooms

We accept all Level 3 Qualifications that carry UCAS tariff points. Find out more in our UCAS Tariff Points guide or on UCAS.com.