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Thinking of Changing University?

If your current university or course doesn’t feel like the right fit, you have options. Changing university could be the move that gets you back on track.

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Sometimes the choice you made earlier doesn’t feel quite right anymore. And that’s okay, your plans can change.

You might be having second thoughts about your course or university, struggling to find suitable accommodation, looking for a more affordable option, or thinking about studying closer to home. Whatever has made you reconsider your plans, changing direction could open up new possibilities.

Your course doesn’t feel right

The course you chose might not be what you expected, or you may have discovered another subject that feels like a better fit.

Your circumstances have changed

Cost, accommodation, travel or personal circumstances might mean your original university choice no longer works for you.

You’re having second thoughts

Sometimes there isn’t one big reason. You might simply feel that another university or a different environment would suit you better.

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Get in touch with admissions

Call our Clearing Hotline on 03455 76 06 06 and speak to our friendly Admissions Team. They can talk through your circumstances, explain what options may be available and help you understand your next steps.

Prefer to apply online? You can simply submit a Clearing application and our Admissions Team will review it as quickly as possible and let you know the outcome. If you’re eligible and choose to start with us this September, you could also be eligible for our Clearing Package, with support and benefits worth up to £3,000.*

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Check Student Finance

If we’ve been able to make you an offer, we recommend contacting your student finance body, Student Finance England or Student Finance Wales, to inform them of your transfer. Changing universities can affect both your tuition fee and maintenance loan entitlement, so it’s important to check what financial support you’re eligible for, particularly if you’re repeating a year of study.

Our Student Money Advice Team is also here to offer guidance and support throughout the process.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Changing university is a big decision, and it’s important to take the time to make sure it’s the right one for you. We’ve answered some of the questions students ask most often to help you understand your options and what you need to consider before making your next move.

You can reach out to our friendly admissions team via our live chat, call us on our Clearing Hotline on 03455 76 06 06, or email [email protected]. We’ll be happy to guide your through the process and help you take the next step.

You can apply at any point during the year, but if you’re hoping to transfer for the current academic year, we can only consider applications received by the end of the first week of October.

It can. You must notify your student finance body immediately. There may be limits on loan eligibility if your course takes longer than expected.

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