Clearing 2026

Interested in studying a full-time undergraduate course starting this autumn? If you're from the UK (or from the EU with settled or pre-settled status) you can apply through Clearing. Simply call our Clearing hotline on 0800 032 4441 or apply online.

Reasons to join us

14th in the UK for student satisfaction

We're 14th out of 140 UK universities for student satisfaction, according to Times Higher Education’s analysis of the 2026 National Student Survey results.

#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.

What's your situation?

I haven't yet applied to any university

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

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

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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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

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!

Hailey laughing with a London Met member of staff in a churchyard

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."