The application process
How do I apply through Clearing?
You can apply now for one of our undergraduate courses in Clearing by:
- exploring our list of courses in Clearing
- completing our short application form
- if we make you an offer, add the University of BOB体育登录网址_欧宝体育官网平台-APP|下载 as your Clearing choice in your UCAS Hub
- if you want to stay in University BOB体育登录网址_欧宝体育官网平台-APP|下载, you can apply for BOB体育登录网址_欧宝体育官网平台-APP|下载 once you've received your offer
If you need support in adding the University of BOB体育登录网址_欧宝体育官网平台-APP|下载 as your Clearing choice, you can follow UCAS' step-by-step guide to Clearing.
Once we receive your UCAS application, we will process it and verify your qualifications. If we can make you an offer, we'll send you a formal offer letter which will include your BOB体育登录网址_欧宝体育官网平台-APP|下载 ID number.
We do not operate waiting lists for any of our courses.
I previously applied to the University, but my application was rejected. Can I apply again through Clearing?
Yes – if the course you're interested in has availability in Clearing and you meet the entry requirements for it, you can apply again through Clearing.
Your initial application rejection does not affect how your application is processed, and our team will work with you to see if we can make you an offer.
What is the Clearing telephone number and what are the opening times?
BOB体育登录网址_欧宝体育官网平台-APP|下载 Clearing hotline will open at 8am, Thursday 14 August 2025, UK time: +44 (0)3300 586940
The Clearing hotline will be open during the following times:
- Thursday 14 August 2025: 8am to 9pm, UK time
- Friday 15 August 2025: 8am to 6pm, UK time
Offer holders can also use this telephone number to access our Confirmation line, by selecting option 2. The Confirmation line will be open Thursday 14 and Friday 15 August 2025, 8am to 6pm, UK time.
We will not answer calls to the hotline outside of these times. You can make a note of the number now, so that you're ready to call on the day.
If you have any queries about Clearing before our hotline opens, you can contact our admissions team by:
- phone: +44 (0)23 8059 4732
- email: admissions@southampton.ac.uk
Phone lines are open Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm, UK time.
We are not able to discuss your application status or grades with you from 6pm, UK time on Monday 28 July 2025 until 8am, UK time on Thursday 14 August 2025. This is due to the UCAS results embargo.
What information do I need when I call you?
You'll need to tell us:
- your name
- your UCAS 10-digit identification number, if you've already made any applications through UCAS
- your results, which may include relevant GCSE or equivalent results
- the exact title of your qualifications – for example, a BTEC Extended Diploma or a BTEC National Certificate, as some different qualifications will have similar names
- the subject area or course you're interested in
What if I can't get through on the hotline?
BOB体育登录网址_欧宝体育官网平台-APP|下载 team will be working hard around A level results day to answer calls to our Clearing hotline as quickly as possible. However, we are expecting a high volume of calls, so there may be a short wait before your call is answered.
If you can't get through to our Clearing hotline, don't worry: you can still use our online form to apply for courses in Clearing. Applying online takes less time than applying over the phone, and we assess online applications in the same way we assess phone applications.
If you would still prefer to apply over the phone, feel free to wait a few minutes before calling the hotline again. To ensure our team can help you quickly and easily, make sure that your phone is fully charged and you have all the required information – see the section titled 'What information do I need when I call you?' on this page for more details.
How do I get released into Clearing?
Being released into Clearing means you'll be giving up your place at your chosen university.
Before you do this, please make sure you've got an offer in principle from another university or college.
The university where you hold an offer may not be able to accept you if change your mind and want your old place back.
Once you’re sure you want to be released into Clearing, what you need to do will depend on the type of offer you have. If your offer is:
- Unconditional Firm (UF): sign into UCAS Hub, choose ‘Decline my place’ and follow the on-screen prompts
- Conditional Firm (CF): contact the university where you hold an offer so they can release you into Clearing
What courses are available in Clearing?
You can now explore which of our undergraduate courses are in Clearing on our course vacancies page.
Are the entry requirements for courses in Clearing flexible?
For some courses, we will be more flexible on our entry requirements and accept applicants who have achieved slightly lower grades than our published requirements.
If you'd like to discuss your qualifications with someone, you can email our admissions team: admissions@southampton.ac.uk
What is my BOB体育登录网址_欧宝体育官网平台-APP|下载 student ID number?
You'll receive your student ID number as part of your formal offer, after we've confirmed your place through UCAS. You'll need your ID number to apply for BOB体育登录网址_欧宝体育官网平台-APP|下载 and formally enrol with the University.
Can I apply for BOB体育登录网址_欧宝体育官网平台-APP|下载?
Yes, and we will guarantee BOB体育登录网址_欧宝体育官网平台-APP|下载 for Clearing students who apply for BOB体育登录网址_欧宝体育官网平台-APP|下载 by 12pm, UK time on Tuesday 19 August 2025. Terms and conditions apply.
Can I visit the University before results day?
We have no more campus tours scheduled to take place before A level results day, but if you receive an offer to study with us through Clearing, you'll have the opportunity to attend a Clearing Open Day on Saturday 16 August 2025.
BOB体育登录网址_欧宝体育官网平台-APP|下载 Clearing Open Day will give you the opportunity to see the places you'll study and socialise as a University of BOB体育登录网址_欧宝体育官网平台-APP|下载 student. We'll contact you with more details about this event shortly after you've received your offer.
How can I prepare my finances for Clearing?
There are plenty of things you can do to prepare your finances if you're expecting to go through Clearing.
- If you're a home student, you can apply online for student finance including tuition fee and maintenance loans. The process can take 6 to 8 weeks, so apply as soon as possible.
- Get means-tested when applying for your loans – if your household income is ?36,200 or less, you may be eligible for the BOB体育登录网址_欧宝体育官网平台-APP|下载 Undergraduate Bursary.
- If you've already applied for student finance, log in to your account and update your university name, to ensure your finance gets paid to the correct place.
- Once you know what student finance you'll be receiving, you can create a budget to help you manage your everyday costs. You can do this using our resources for making the most of your money.
- Ask for help if you need it – you can contact The Student Hub or our Students' Union, SUSU, about any money concerns. You can also get guidance from our Student Money Champions.
What is the UCAS Results Embargo?
The UCAS results embargo is a period of time where we will not update applications, and the advisor portal on UCAS will not be updated.
The 2025 results embargo will run from 6pm, UK time on Monday 28 July 2025 until 8am, UK time on Thursday 14 August 2025. We are not able to discuss your application status or grades with you during this time.
International applicants
I'm applying from outside the UK. Where can I find help in my home country?
The University's international team can help you with your country-specific enquiries. To get in touch, visit our Clearing for international students page.
I have non-UK qualifications. Will I be eligible for Clearing?
Yes, the University accepts a wide range of international qualifications. Check the international grade equivalencies for your qualification or country below.
Can't find your qualification or country? Email our admissions team on admissions@southampton.ac.uk.
| Typical A level grade range equivalencies | |||||||
| A*AA | AAA | AAB | ABB | BBB | BBC | BCC | CCC |
| Pass, with overall score of 38 points with 19 at higher level | Pass, with overall score of 36 points with 18 at higher level | Pass, with overall score of 34 points with 17 at higher level | Pass, with overall score of 32 points with 16 at higher level | Pass, with overall score of 30 points with 15 at higher level | Pass, with overall score of 28 points with 14 at higher level | Pass, with overall score of 26 points with 13 at higher level | Pass, with overall score of 24 points with 12 at higher level |
Where A level requirements are specified at subject-level, you would be expected to offer these at higher level.
| A level subject equivalencies | ||
| A* | A | B |
| 7 in higher level | 6 in higher level | 5 in higher level |
| Typical A level grade range equivalencies | A level subject equivalencies | |||||||||
| A*AA | AAA | AAB | ABB | BBB | BBC | BCC | CCC | A* | A | B |
| 85% | 82% | 79% | 76% | 74% | Please call +44 (0)23 8059 4732 for more information | 9 | 8.5 | 8 | ||
| Qualification | Typical A level grade range equivalencies | A level subject equivalencies | |||||||||
| A*AA | AAA | AAB | ABB | BBB | BBC | BCC | CCC | A* | A | B | |
| High School Graduation Diploma | 87% average across 5 academic subjects (or 6 in OSSD and New Brunswick) | 85% average across 5 academic subjects (or 6 in OSSD and New Brunswick) | 83% average across 5 academic subjects (or 6 in OSSD and New Brunswick) | 81% average across 5 academic subjects (or 6 in OSSD and New Brunswick) | 79% average across 5 academic subjects (or 6 in OSSD and New Brunswick) | 77% average across 5 academic subjects (or 6 in OSSD and New Brunswick) | 75% average across 5 academic subjects (or 6 in OSSD and New Brunswick) | 73% average across 5 academic subjects (or 6 in OSSD and New Brunswick) | 87% in Grade 12 | 85% in Grade 12 | 81% in Grade 12 |
| Qualification | Typical A level grade range equivalencies | A level subject equivalencies | |||||||||
| A*AA | AAA | AAB | ABB | BBB | BBC | BCC | CCC | A* | A | B | |
| French Baccalauréat Général | 16 overall | 15 overall | 14 overall | 13 overall | 12 overall | Please call +44 (0)23 8059 4732 for more information | 16 | 15 | 14 | ||
| Qualification | Typical A level grade range equivalencies | A level subject equivalencies | |||||||||
| A*AA | AAA | AAB | ABB | BBB | BBC | BCC | CCC | A* | A | B | |
| Abitur | Overall grade of 1.6 or lower | Overall grade of 1.8 or lower | Overall grade of 2.0 or lower | Overall grade of 2.1 or lower | Overall grade of 2.3 or lower | Please call +44 (0)23 8059 4732 for more information | 14/15 at advanced level | 13/15 at advanced level | 12/15 at advanced level | ||
| Qualification | Typical A level grade range equivalencies | A level subject equivalencies | |||||||||
| A*AA | AAA | AAB | ABB | BBB | BBC | BCC | CCC | A* | A | B | |
| Hong Kong Diploma of Secondary Education (HKDSE) | 5*55 | 555 | 554 | 544 | 444 | 443 | 433 | 333 | Grade 5* | Grade 5 | Grade 4 |
Chinese Language and Liberal Studies are excluded from our offer.
| Qualification | Typical A level grade range equivalencies | A level subject equivalencies | |||||||||
| A*AA | AAA | AAB | ABB | BBB | BBC | BCC | CCC | A* | A | B | |
| Indian School Certificate (ISC) | 82% | 80% | 78% | 77% | 75% | 74% | 72% | 70% | 85% | 80% | 75% |
| Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) | 82% | 80% | 78% | 77% | 75% | 74% | 72% | 70% | 85% | 80% | 75% |
| Higher Secondary Certificate (HSC) | 87% | 85% | 83% | 82% | 80% | 79% | 77% | 75% | 90% | 95% | 80% |
| Qualification | Typical A level grade range equivalencies | A level subject equivalencies | |||||||||
| A*AA | AAA | AAB | ABB | BBB | BBC | BCC | CCC | A* | A | B | |
| Diploma di Esame di Stato | 95 overall | 92 overall | 88 overall | 84 overall | 80 overall | Please call +44 (0)23 8059 4732 for more information | 20/20 from written exam or 10/10 final school grade | 18/20 from written exam or 9/10 final school grade | 16/20 from written exam or 8/10 final school grade | ||
| Qualification | Typical A level grade range equivalencies | A level subject equivalencies | |||||||||
| A*AA | AAA | AAB | ABB | BBB | BBC | BCC | CCC | A* | A | B | |
| Monash Foundation Year | 80% | 75% | 70% | Please call +44 (0)23 8059 4732 for more information | N/A | 80% | 75% | ||||
| Sijil Tinggi Persekolahan Malaysia (STPM, Malaysian Higher School Certificate) | AA-A- | A-A-A- | A-A-B | A-BB | BBB | Please call +44 (0)23 8059 4732 for more information | A | A- | B | ||
| Matriculation Certificate or Diploma (2 years) | GPA 3.6 | GPA 3.5 | GPA 3.33 | GPA 3.0 | GPA 2.67 | Please call +44 (0)23 8059 4732 for more information | A | A- | B | ||
| UEC (United Examination Certificate) | 6 subjects at Grade A | 5 subjects at Grade A | Please call +44 (0)23 8059 4732 for more information | AA | A | ||||||
| Foundation in Accounting, Business or Management* | GPA 3.6 | GPA 3.5 | GPA 3.33 | GPA 3.0 | GPA 2.67 | Please call +44 (0)23 8059 4732 for more information | N/A | ||||
*Registered on the Malaysian Qualifications Register (MQR) and only suitable for specific programmes
| Qualification | Typical A level grade range equivalencies | A level subject equivalencies | |||||||||
| A*AA | AAA | AAB | ABB | BBB | BBC | BCC | CCC | A* | A | B | |
| Vitnem?l for videreg?ende oppl?ring | 5.0 overall | 4.8 overall | 4.5 overall | 4.3 overall | 4.0 overall | Please call +44 (0)23 8059 4732 for more information | Grade 6 | Grade 5 | Grade 4 | ||
| Qualification | Typical A level grade range equivalencies | A level subject equivalencies | |||||||||
| A*AA | AAA | AAB | ABB | BBB | BBC | BCC | CCC | A* | A | B | |
| Baccalaureat Francais International (BFI) | 15 overall | 14 overall | 13 overall | 12 overall | 11 overall | Please call +44 (0)23 8059 4732 for more information | 16 | 15 | 14 | ||
Parents and supporters
I'm an adult supporting an applicant through the Clearing process. What do I need to know to help them?
If you're a parent, carer, guardian, teacher or careers adviser, we want to help you feel prepared and confident in supporting someone considering applying for university through Clearing.
Depending on yours and the applicant's circumstances, you can find comprehensive guidance by expanding one of the following drop-down boxes:
Have a chat with the applicant you're supporting, and be there to help create an agreed back-up plan, should their circumstances change on results day.
The course might be the most important thing to the applicant, but there's a lot to consider when choosing a university. We recommend creating a checklist together, and using it to help decide which universities to apply for.
Your checklist might include:
- campus environment and facilities: from sports facilities and music rooms, to social spaces where the applicant can get food or celebrate events
- employability: how does the university support their career prospects?
- student support: from specific support for their needs, to overall wellbeing provision
- the community: this includes the Students' Union, and sports, clubs and societies they might be interested in
- BOB体育登录网址_欧宝体育官网平台-APP|下载 options: this includes university BOB体育登录网址_欧宝体育官网平台-APP|下载 and BOB体育登录网址_欧宝体育官网平台-APP|下载 guarantees for Clearing applicants, or support for commuters if they're planning to live at home
- costs: including funding options, BOB体育登录网址_欧宝体育官网平台-APP|下载 costs, and cost of living considerations such as location and money management support.
You can find plenty of information on:
- course pages
- university and Students' Union websites
- social media
- student forums, such as The Student Room
- third-party websites, such as UCAS and IDP
Don't forget to also ask any family and friends about their own university experiences too.
Remember that Clearing moves quickly, so we recommend saving Clearing hotline numbers to your mobile phone and bookmarking course vacancy pages and application forms for the applicant's preferred universities in advance.
You can also watch our videos below to learn more about the Clearing process, key dates and top tips, from our recent parents and supporters webinars.
UK parents and supporters
International parents and supporters
If an applicant already has their results, they can apply for courses in Clearing by completing our short application form.
Alternatively, our Clearing hotline opens at 8am, UK time on Thursday 14 August 2025 and will be open during the following times:
- Thursday 14 August 2025: 8am to 9pm, UK time
- Friday 15 August 2025: 8am to 6pm, UK time
Applicants can check their UCAS Hub for decisions made by their firm and insurance choice universities from 8am, UK time on Thursday 14 August 2025.
Before applying, make sure the applicant has their grades, qualification names, UCAS ID details and preferred subject area ready.
When calling the Clearing hotline, the applicant will be expected to talk to our advisers, but you can feel assured knowing you have an agreed back-up plan with your student.
In the meantime, you can learn more about how Clearing works at BOB体育登录网址_欧宝体育官网平台-APP|下载 in one of the following videos:
UK parents and supporters
International parents and supporters
Make a note of any expiry deadlines attached to Clearing offers and BOB体育登录网址_欧宝体育官网平台-APP|下载 guarantees. Applicants will also need to add their preferred Clearing choice of university to their UCAS Hub.
To help make a decision, applicants can also attend university Clearing events, such as open days. These events are a brilliant opportunity to chat to current students and the academics that will teach them, as well as visit the spaces and facilities they'll be studying in.
If an applicant receives a Clearing offer to study with us, they'll be invitied to attend a Clearing Open Day on Saturday 16 August 2025. We'll contact the applicant with more details about this event shortly after they've received their offer.
Support your student in what's best for them and help them respond to offers.
If you have any Clearing-related questions, you can contact our admissions team by:
- phone: +44 (0)23 8059 4732
- email: admissions@southampton.ac.uk
Contextual offers
I've been made an offer through contextual admissions. What support can the University provide?
We sometimes use additional information about applicants when considering their applications to study with us. We call this process contextual admissions, and we have plenty of support available to those who receive an offer through this process.
BOB体育登录网址_欧宝体育官网平台-APP|下载 Student Inclusion Team is committed to ensuring that every student has access to the help and resources they may need whilst at university. The team offers support and guidance for underrepresented student groups, including care leavers, estranged and mature students.
Your next steps
Clearing courses 2025Search our full list of undergraduate courses in Clearing and, if you have your results, apply now.- How Clearing worksFind out more about who is eligible to apply for university Clearing and how to apply, as well as timeline details.
- Clearing for international studentsCheck the Clearing entry requirements we accept in your country, and find links to useful information on topics such as visas.
