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Clearing 2026

Join our real London community this September

Looking to start university this autumn? We can help... Last year we helped hundreds of people just like you find a place on a full-time undergraduate degree through Clearing – and our admissions team is here again to help you through the process. Simply call our Clearing hotline on 0800 032 4441 or apply online.

What is Clearing? If you’re from the UK – or if you're from the EU and have settled or pre-settled status – Clearing is a service, open every year between July and September, that can help you find a place on one of our full-time undergraduate courses starting in the autumn. Clearing is ideal if you decide you want to go to university a little later than usual, you don't get the grades you were hoping for or you've changed your mind about the course, or university you originally chose. Read answers to other common questions about Clearing in our frequently asked questions.

Applying over the phone? Check our hotline opening hours. Remember, you can apply online at any time.

Find out more about Clearing 2026

Are you an international student already living in the UK?

You can now apply through Clearing! The way you apply is slightly different so read our guidance on how to apply as an international student.

Not yet ready to apply?

Sign up for Clearing updates straight to your inbox.

Discover the Rising Star Scholarship — full tuition, expert mentorship and exclusive career-building opportunities for select courses

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What's your situation?

I haven't yet applied to any university

Still yet to apply? It's not too late... if you're a UK student or an EU student with settled or pre-settled status, you can apply for a full-time undergraduate degree through Clearing.

I applied through UCAS but didn't get the grades for my chosen university

We understand this might be a stressful time but there's no need to worry – you could still start an undergraduate degree at London Met this autumn.

I have a place elsewhere through UCAS but want to swap to London Met

Changed your mind about the course or uni you applied to? No problem – you still have the chance to change to a course you'll love at London Met.

Act now – apply or get in touch!

Browse our Clearing courses
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How to accept your place

Clearing hotline opening hours

Our Clearing hotline will be open during the following times:

Date Opening hours
2 July to 12 August 2026 Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm 
13 and 14 August 2026 Thursday and Friday, 7.30am to 7pm 
15 and 16 August 2026 Saturday and Sunday, 10am to 2pm
17 to 21 August 2026 Monday to Friday, 9am to 6pm
22 and 23 August 2026 Saturday and Sunday, 10am to 2pm
24 to 28 August 2026 Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm
29 August 2026 Saturday, 10am to 2pm
30 and 31 August 2026 Hotline closed 
1 to 25 September 2026 10am to 5pm

Reasons to join us

Located in the heart of London

We have three campuses in Holloway Road, Aldgate and Shoreditch – all walking distances from a Tube station or bus stop.

#1 in the UK for student value added

Our students make more progress relative to their entry grades than those at any other UK university, according to the Guardian University Guide 2026.

Scholarships of £9,790 per year for selected courses

Our Rising Star Scholarships celebrate creativity across a range of subjects – from journalism to music – and aim to remove barriers for young people aspiring to careers in the creative industries. Eligibility criteria apply.

Our graduates work for top employers

Our graduates are working for Arsenal Football Club, Bank of England, the BBC, Ernst & Young, Google, GlaxoSmithKline, Ministry of Justice, Tesla Motors, the United Nations and more.

Meet our real London community

Like the wider London community, our students, staff and graduates come from all kinds of backgrounds – some from around the corner, others from around the globe. Each and every one of them belongs here and uniquely contributes to our community and the city around them. They are The Real London. This is The Real London. Our Real London stories are brought to life by a London Met graduate who was inspired by the extraordinary people who make up the University community here. We hope you enjoy getting to know them as much as we did!

Read about our students' experiences of applying through Clearing

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I applied to five universities through UCAS and received conditional offers but, on results day, my plans changed slightly so I applied to London Met through Clearing. I have to say, it was by far the best decision I’ve ever made.
Aleema – Pharmaceutical Science
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I was studying astrophysics at Queen Mary University but after the first year I realised that I didn't enjoy studying all that physics. So I decided to change for a subject that I enjoyed much more — maths — and I got in through Clearing.
Antonella – Mathematics
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I applied through Clearing because I was quite late in making a decision about going to university and I came in as a mature student. I heard about London Met and thought I’d get in contact. The person who I spoke to was very friendly and helpful.
Amar – Sports Science and PE
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I came to see London Met over the summer, way after all the other unis – and that’s when I realised I should have applied here instead.
Sophia – Biomedical Science BSc
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Helpful advice to guide you through the Clearing process

 
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A Clearing guide for parents

Parents worry about university too. Read our university advice in this complete parent guide to Clearing at London Metropolitan University.

Choosing a degree course

Choosing a university course can be a hard decision. Read London Met's advice page for all the info you need to help you choose a course that's right for you!
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How to handle results day anxiety

It’s totally understandable to have results day anxiety – going to uni is a big decision, but it's also important to know what options are available if you don’t get the grades you were hoping for. That’s where Clearing comes in.

Clearing made easy: Our six tips for success

Make sense of the Clearing process and find the right course for you with our top tips for Clearing success.

Clearing made easy: Our six tips for success

Make sense of the Clearing process and find the right course for you with our top tips for Clearing success.

What is UCAS Clearing?

Learn about UCAS Clearing and how it can help you find a university place.

Student blogs

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My London Met journey

"In what has been an amazing journey at London Met, not only have I made friends and memories for life, but I have also been able to grow into a man ready for anything."

The benefits of studying at a multicultural university

"Being in such a vibrant environment has helped me to connect my own pieces, understand myself better and also relate to different habits and cultures."

Being accepted at London Met as part of the LGBTQIA+ community

"The teaching staff were well educated about the LGBTQIA+ spectrum and also very accepting and welcoming towards me."

My favourite places to hang out in London

"My name is Alessio and I want to share with you some of the best places that I have hung out in London during my time at London Metropolitan University."

What being a student ambassador means to me

"I believe in London Met and I want other students to believe in it too."