How to apply to NTU through Clearing
Maybe your final grades have come as a surprise; maybe you delayed your application until later in the year; or maybe you’ve changed your mind about what you’d like to study, or where.
Whatever your situation, it's easy to apply to NTU through Clearing, with first-year accommodation in Nottingham guaranteed for all Clearing applicants too.
Applying to NTU through Clearing:
- Find a course you’re interested in
- Call us or apply online
- We’ll ask about your qualifications
- If we can, we’ll make you an offer. You’ll receive an offer email with the next steps
- You add NTU as your Clearing choice in UCAS
Before you apply get these things ready
- Your exam results, including A-level / BTEC / equivalent Level 3 qualification results, including GCSE grades / equivalent Level 2 qualifications – so we can quickly match them with the entry requirements for the course(s) you’re interested in
- Your UCAS ID and Clearing number, which you can find in your application on UCAS Hub as you’ll need access to your UCAS account to add your Clearing choice
- Your contact details – home address, contact phone number, and email. If you don’t have a UCAS ID, create a UCAS Hub account to get one. You can do this before or after receiving a Clearing offer.
Option 1: Call our Clearing phone line
Once you’ve called our Clearing number and one of our expert Clearing advisors will try and secure your place on a suitable NTU course. They’ll want to know about your qualifications, and – if relevant – any useful professional experience.
If we have course vacancies available and you’ve got the necessary grades, our Clearing adviser will confirm that your application’s been successful. We’ll resolve things quickly, and keep any worries or uncertainty to a minimum. If you’re successful, you’ll then receive an email confirming our offer, and advice on how to respond to it through UCAS.
For some courses (in certain areas of art and design, for example), you might be asked to prepare for and attend an interview, talk to a tutor, or submit a portfolio, as part of your application. We’ll explain the process and next steps over the phone.
If you’re an international student calling from outside the UK, we have expert country advisers who’ll review your application and guide you through the whole process.
Remember, we’ll need to speak directly with you on the day, so make sure you’re available.
Check the Clearing phone line opening hours.
Option 2: Apply online
We know not everyone’s a fan of phone calls. If you already know what NTU course you’d like to apply for, you can apply online.
After completing the required fields and submitting your application, we’ll send you an email – hopefully confirming that you’ve been successful in securing a place at NTU – and providing instructions on how to accept our offer through UCAS.
Again, there might be additional steps for some courses, such as interviews, submitting a portfolio, or an informal chat with a course tutor. If required, we’ll email full instructions.
After receiving your Clearing offer
Once you've been made an offer, you'll want to know the next steps. Find out more about what happens after you receive your Clearing offer from NTU.
After you receive a Clearing offerFrequently asked questions
When should I apply through Clearing?
You can apply as soon as you've got your results. Courses can fill quickly, so applying early gives you the best chance of securing a place.
Clearing is open from 2 July 2026 and closes on 19 October 2026.
You can apply to NTU through Clearing if:
- you've not previously applied to university this year
- you've changed your mind about your university
- you've changed your course choice
- you didn't receive any offers
- you've received your results and are exploring new options.
Don't worry – that's exactly what Clearing is for. If you don't get the grades you were hoping for, you might still be able to get a place at Nottingham Trent University (NTU) through Clearing. We have degree courses available from 80 UCAS points, and our friendly advisers will help you explore the courses that match your qualifications.
Once you have your results, get in touch with us. We'll talk you through your options, answer your questions and help you find the right course if we can.
Even if your original plans have changed, you could still be starting your degree at NTU this September.
Yes. If you've done better than expected, Clearing could help you find a course that's a better fit for your grades or your ambitions.
If you're holding a place at another university but want to explore your options, you can use Clearing to see what's available. If you decide you'd like to study at NTU, we'll guide you through the process and explain what you need to do next.
The best place to start is by searching our available courses or getting in touch with us once you have your results.
Applying for an NTU course typically takes around 15 minutes, with a little extra time needed if you are required to submit supporting documents.
To make a Clearing application, you can call our Clearing line on +44 (0)115 848 6000 where our team of advisers can discuss your options with you. See our Clearing phone line opening hours.
Once you receive an offer, you’ll have 48 hours to add NTU as your Clearing choice on your UCAS Hub.
At NTU your first year of accommodation in Nottingham is guaranteed. See our guides on how to book your accommodation.
Check availability on our accommodation pages.
If you are studying at NTU London, view accommodation options in London.
If you have studied at another university before and want to change course, you can apply to NTU directly through Clearing. This could be for courses starting in Year One or entry to other years.
To make a Clearing application, you can call our Clearing line on +44 (0)115 848 6000 where our team of advisers can discuss your options with you. See our Clearing phone line opening hours.
Previous study at university can affect how much student finance you can get in the future. Our Student Money Team can explain what this means for you and talk you through your options.
If you've secured a place on a course at NTU through Clearing and wish to defer your entry to September 2027, you can request this by completing the Clearing enquiry form.
From Friday 1 January 2027, the way Student Finance England funds undergraduate study will change. The new system is called the Lifelong Learning Entitlement (LLE). Our Student Money Team can explain what this means for you.
That first phone call went really smoothly, and I actually got offered a place on that very same phone call. That really surprised me and I was like yes, absolutely, I would love to this take this [offer]!
Katya Senior, Games, Animation and VFX student
