Clearing

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At the University of Derby, you're not just choosing a place to study - you're choosing to transform your future.

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Clearing is now closed for the 2025 academic year. 

If you are interested in studying at the University of Derby, you can apply now to begin your studies in September 2026. 

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How to apply through Clearing

Find tips for applying through Clearing and accepting your offer.

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Clearing FAQs

Got a question about Clearing? Our Frequently Asked Questions page may help.

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TEF Gold 2023 logoWe have been awarded Gold in the prestigious Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF) 2023Read more about our TEF Gold AwardRead more about our TEF Gold Award
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Campus Tours

We run regular campus tours where you’ll explore our teaching facilities, social spaces and accommodation with a current student ambassador, or we can arrange personal visits so you can see everything that’s on offer at a time that suits you.

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Virtual Tour

Can’t make it to our campuses in person? Don’t worry, our virtual tour is the next best thing. Explore the University of Derby from wherever you are in the world and catch a glimpse of your new student life.

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2ndfor employability and course qualityUni Compare 2026
No1University Housing (UK and Ireland)Global Student Living Awards 2022, 2023, 2024
Top10UK universityUni Compare 2026
94%of graduates in work/further study Latest HESA Graduate Outcomes survey
Top25in the UK for overall student satisfactionComplete University Guide 2025
Top20in England and Wales for social inclusionThe Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2025

Our students' Clearing stories

Planned paths might change, but our students seize every opportunity. Hear about some of their experiences below. 

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Playing to strengths

A-level results day didn't go exactly as Jack Hanson had planned. Then he found his way to Derby through Clearing and he hasn't looked back since.

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From last-minute change to long-term success: Omoye's story

When Omoye last-minute changed her mind on where and what she wanted to study, Clearing was able to calm her nerves and help her secure the right place.

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How Clearing opened the door to Amelia’s Motorsport Engineering dream

Amelia Shackleton always had a keen interest in motorsport engineering. She didn’t believe that she would get the grades needed at A-Level to follow her dreams so when she did better than expect...

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Follow the heart

After initially following her head, Hannah's heart inevitably won over and she pursued her passion in Motorsport Engineering.

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The perfect match

Lilly’s university journey didn’t begin as planned, but Clearing gave her a second chance. At Derby, she found everything she was looking for.

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Emily’s journey from clearing to co-founder

Emily’s path to University of Derby wasn’t the most traditional – she was already in her first year at another university when she was able to use Clearing to join University of Derby

Tips for applying through Clearing

Get tips for your Clearing application from our Head of Admissions Helen Mercado. We also have a guide to nailing your Clearing phone call.

admissions tips for Clearing by Head of Admissions Helen Mercad

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Guidance for parents and carers

Are you a parent or guardian of someone applying to university through Clearing? Browse our advice and information for how you can support them.

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Additional information

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Explore our subjects

Browse the subject areas and courses available at the University of Derby.

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My Derby Journey

Find out everything you need to know about the University by exploring our hub designed for students who are looking to start in September.

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Commute to university

Whether you’re looking to remain connected to home life, balance your studies with other commitments or save costs, commuting could be a great choice.