Every year, thousands of students find their ideal university course through Clearing. Whether you've changed your mind about what or where you want to study, you don't get the exam results you need for your firm or insurance choices, or you're applying to university for the first time, Clearing gives you another opportunity to find the perfect course for you. 

Who can apply through Clearing?

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You can apply to university through Clearing if you meet any of the following criteria:

  • You’re making your first application after 30 June 2025.
  • You’ve already applied to university but didn’t receive any offers (or none you wanted to accept).
  • You didn’t meet the conditions of your offers.
  • You’ve changed your mind about what or where you want to study.

If you're thinking about applying to university through Clearing, we recommend getting a head start on your research. That way, you'll be well prepared when you're ready to apply. 

Why choose Clearing at Salford?

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At the University of Salford, we’re dedicated to providing you with the best university experience possible – and that starts when you apply for a course.

When it comes to your future, it’s experience that counts, and through our courses, we like to put you in real-life situations that give you a taste of what your future career will be like.  

Industry at Salford underpins everything we do, and many of our courses are created with industry wrapped around them. Whether it's the opportunity to study abroad, or to showcase your talents on a work placement or internship, our courses can provide you with an edge that is sought after by employers in many sectors across the world. 

Our Clearing courses

We offer a wide range of courses through Clearing, so you can find options that match your interests and goals. Whether your passion lies in science, technology, healthcare, humanities, business, media, or the arts, our courses are designed to equip you with the skills and experience needed to launch your future career.

Courses in Clearing

View our popular Clearing courses

Our full list of courses in Clearing will be confirmed in July 2025. In the meantime, you can browse all our courses using our course search tool or explore some of our most popular Clearing courses, including:

Can't see the course you're interested in in this list? Browse our full range of courses today.

How to prepare for Clearing

The best way to prepare for Clearing is to make a head start on researching courses and universities that are a good fit for you. It's also good to familiarise yourself with the process of applying through Clearing, as this can differ depending on your circumstances. 

Start your course search

Our full list of courses in Clearing will be confirmed in July 2025. In the meantime, you can browse all our courses using our course search tool. With many options available, you're sure to find one that matches your interests and career goals.

Visit universities

Seeing a university in person is a great way to get a feel for it, explore the campus and facilities, and learn more about the courses you're interested in. If you've not been to see us in person yet, sign up for one of our Open Days today. We'll be announcing our Clearing-specific events in 2025.

Read our Clearing FAQs

We've put together a straightforward guide so you can find out everything you need to know about Clearing – from how it works to when to apply. Whether you already have your results, or you're waiting for results day, read our FAQs now to make sure you're fully prepared – no matter what situation you're in.

Join our Early Access Club 

Applying to Salford through Clearing is simple, and we've made it even easier with our Early Access Club. It's quick to join, and we'll send you a dedicated phone number for priority access to our Clearing team. Our Early Access Club will be available to sign up in 2025. 

When does Clearing open?

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Clearing will open early in July 2025 and you can apply for a course as soon as you have your exam results. If you're waiting for your exam results, now's a good time to explore your Clearing options. Search our courses, sign up to events, and learn more about joining Salford today. 

How do I apply through Clearing?

If you're interested in a Clearing course, calling is the fastest way to apply and get your questions answered. If calling isn't convenient, you can request a call back or apply online. We will update this page with our Clearing helpline number and more details about these application methods closer to Clearing 2025.

 

Student success stories

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Read student stories from Lloyd, Rebecca and Aysha, who all secured their places at the University of Salford through Clearing. Discover their experiences of applying and find out what they’d recommend to other students going through the process.

Clearing FAQs

We've gathered a list of our most asked questions to give you the answers you need to navigate Clearing effectively. Get advice for results day and beyond with our comprehensive Clearing FAQs guide.

Contact us

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If you have a question about studying any of our courses, contact our friendly team today on +44 (0)161 295 4545 or enquiries@salford.ac.uk.