What’s your Clearing story?
I want to apply to BU now to start in September
You can apply now via UCAS Extra:
- UCAS Extra: another chance to apply: this route offers another opportunity to apply for a university place after the 14 January Equal Consideration Deadline (ECD). Extra opened on 26 February and runs until 1 July
- One choice at a time: You can make multiple choices before the deadline, but you can only choose one at a time and once you've declined an offer, you can't retrieve it
- No offers? Clearing is next: If you decline an offer or your application is unsuccessful, you can still apply for another course through Extra until 30 June. If you don't hold any offers after 2 July, you will be able to add an additional choice through Clearing
Not yet made a uni application? Why wait until Clearing? Start your application now.
What if I receive unexpected exam results?
- Don't panic: If you're an existing BU offer holder, don't worry, we will look at your whole application so we may still confirm your place, even if you haven't quite met the conditions. Check your status on UCAS on results day
- Call our Clearing line: If we're not able to offer you a place, there may still be alternative options, so you can call our Clearing line when it opens. Have your UCAS ID ready so we can look up your details.
I’m thinking of changing my mind and switching to BU
Once you have your results, we would love to hear from you and welcome you to BU!
If you have an unconditional firm offer with another university but would like to apply to BU through Clearing:
- Call our Clearing line: Call our Clearing helpline when it opens in July. Have your UCAS ID ready so we can check available courses
- Chat through your course options: We'll discuss your options with you and if there's a place on your chosen course and you meet the entry requirements, we'll be able to offer you a place. Some courses may require an interview or we may need some more information before a place can be confirmed, but we will discuss this with you during the call
- Add BU as your Clearing choice: If you have a place on your chosen course, you'll need to log onto UCAS to self-release from your accepted offer and then add your BU course as a 'Clearing choice' under the 'your choices' tab
- Apply through the BU website: You can also apply through Clearing on our website when Clearing opens in early July.
How can we help?
Find your course
- Nearly 100 career-focused undergraduate courses to choose from
- Industry-aligned degrees designed with employers in mind, and professional accreditations built into most courses
- Industry-standard facilities and technology for hands-on learning.
Open Days
- Explore our campuses and facilities in person
- Meet lecturers and ask your course questions directly
- Chat with current students about life at BU; feel what it's like to be part of our community
- Tour our accommodation options and see where you could live
- Explore the local area, including our award-winning beach.
Accommodation
- Guaranteed accommodation for first-year students (terms & conditions apply)
- Secure, supportive, modern and comfortable living environments
- Easy access to our campuses, the town centre, Bournemouth beach, shops, transport and nightlife
- Fast Wi Fi, spacious kitchens and laundry facilities
- All utility bills and an optional bus pass included in your rent
- ResLifeBU - exclusive to BU halls of residence, designed to help you settle in, meet other students and feel at home from day one.
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Student life
- A lively student community with more than 80 clubs and societies
- A range of art, music and sport offerings and several places to eat and drink
- Diverse and inclusive campus culture
- Events and activities year-round.
Funding your studies
- Clear, transparent tuition fees with no hidden costs
- Guidance on government loans and grants
- Non-repayable scholarships available to reward academic excellence, or musical or sporting talents
- Events and activities year-round.
Health and wellbeing
- Dedicated wellbeing services for every student, as well as 24/7 Security Teams both on campus and in our accommodation
- On-campus medical centre and mental health support
- Inclusive services for all backgrounds and needs.
I was nervous about meeting new people, but it was so easy to make friends through my course, societies, and ResLifeBU events. Kelsie, BSc (Hons) Forensic Invesigation
Sign up for Clearing updates
- Priority callback: A dedicated adviser will call you to discuss your options after our Clearing helpline opens on Wednesday 1 July
- Regular email updates: Regular email updates: You'll receive updates with advice and guidance on how to prepare for results day
- Results day SMS: We’ll send a text on A-level results day morning with a list of BU courses available in Clearing.