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Step 1: check and accept your Clearing offer
To secure your place at NTU, you must log in to UCAS and add your new course as your Clearing choice. You can do this from 1 pm on results day, and you should accept your offer within 48 hours, as places fill up quickly.
First, take a few minutes to look over your offer email to:
- check your course and personal details are correct
- read the terms and conditions
- upload additional documents where required (e.g. portfolios or certificates).
Your offer is based on the information in your UCAS application, so if anything looks incorrect, call us as soon as possible on +44 (0)115 848 6000 to avoid delays.
You can also call us if you have any issues adding us as your Clearing choice, or if you need to request an extension.
Making your decision
You might receive more than one offer on results day, so be sure to compare the factors that are important to you, such as:
- Course content
- The range of accommodation that's available
- Location and the cost of living in the city you're moving to
- Placement and employer links
- Available support
- Extracurricular opportunities like societies, sports, arts, learning languages, and volunteering opportunities.
Checks and confirmation
Once you accept, our Admissions team checks your results and confirms your place on UCAS. You're now officially coming to NTU!
It may take up to 72 hours to hear back from us - we process lots of applications during Clearing, so it's normal if you don’t hear back right away. Your place at NTU is still secure.
You’ll receive a confirmation email once everything's verified, which will also include some useful advice on starting at NTU, including how to enrol.
Step 2: secure your accommodation
It’s never too early to think about where you’ll live.
First-year students are guaranteed accommodation in Nottingham, however popular residences fill up fast, so it’s good to have a favourite in mind. You'll receive a link to confirm your preferred accommodation choice in your offer verification email.
Visit our student accommodation pages to explore the NTU, University Partnership Programme (UPP halls at NTU), and privately owned residences available.
Consider what’s important to you, such as location, access needs, and whether you’re comfortable with shared facilities or want to pay extra for a studio space. Figure out your accommodation budget and narrow down your options.
Step 3: arrange your student finance
Student loans for UK home students
If you've already applied for funding but change your course choice or university during Clearing, you'll need to update your details.
If you haven't yet applied for student finance, you'll need to do so immediately after accepting your Clearing place. Your funds may not arrive by the start of term, so make sure you have enough money to cover your expenses until your funds are paid.
There’s a guide to applying for Student Finance on the UK Government's website. You must apply through the Student Finance organisation where you currently live:
Preparing for independent living
Living on your own can be a great new experience, but it can also be challenging. It's a steep learning process, but the skills and experience you're about to acquire will set you up for life.
Our student intranet (StudentHub) offers tips on successfully managing your money, including:
- money workshops
- a budget spreadsheet
- advice on making your money last
- money-saving tips.
Step 4: additional steps for international students
If you’re an international student, you will need to complete a few additional steps after accepting your offer:
Our International team are available to support you through each of these steps.
Plan for life at NTU
University life is so much more than just what you learn in the classroom. Take a look at our website and social channels for a flavour of life in Nottingham. Explore our list of over 160 sports clubs and societies, and browse our upcoming events to build a picture of what your life here might be like.
You can also visit us, either virtually or in person, and chat to current students about any questions you may have:
Take a virtual tour
Can’t wait to see what it’s like to study with us? Try our Virtual Tour and immerse yourself in our campuses and life as a student at NTU.
Undergraduate open days and events
Attending an undergraduate open day or event is the perfect way to see what makes life and learning at NTU so special.
Online open day
Nothing beats the experience of an NTU Open Day, but our on-demand open day lets you explore NTU from anywhere. Use it to get a feel for our campuses or to help plan your visit before attending in person.
Chat with students and staff
Want to know what it’s like here at NTU? Maybe you want to find out what it’s like studying on campus, making new friends, or living in and around Nottingham - we've got all the answers.
Any questions?
Contact our Clearing Advisors on +44 (0)115 848 6000 or submit a question using our online form.
See our clearing phone line opening hours.
