Advice for A level results day

Prepare for clearing in advance by checking which UK universities have courses available ahead of A-level results day on 17 August

Ucas extra allows students who have used up all of their five choices on Ucas and would like to apply to another university in the UK

Our comprehensive guide to Ucas clearing explains what clearing is, how it works, and how you can make the most of it. Get the advantage you need for a successful A-level results journey

University applications have many steps, so it’s important to know what all the relevant terms mean

What is next in the Ucas university application cycle? These are the key dates you need to know for the next eight months

A-level results day is fast approaching, but there are a few ways in which you can prepare. Here are some tips from university admissions experts on what to do, no matter what results you receive

If you find yourself having to go through clearing this results day, you could use social media to find and accept a place at a new university

Advice from a director of admissions explains how to handle telephone calls to universities during your Ucas clearing process

Worried about going through Ucas clearing? Check out what these university students wish they had known about the process

For any students receiving results this year, an associate admissions director shares her top tips for navigating clearing and how to find the right course for you

Don't let clearing overwhelm you. Here's a breakdown of how to choose the best university and course for you

Be prepared for every outcome with this step by step A-level results day guide

There is always plenty of advice about the things you should be doing on A-level results day. Here are all the things you probably shouldn’t do

Hannah Morrish, education community manager at The Student Room, shares her advice for students preparing for A-level results day

From getting lost in a good book to prepping a Plan B, there are proven ways to reduce stress

From exploring a new city to trying out clubs and societies, there’s plenty for new students to get involved with

International student Pok Lim discusses how not getting into his first choice university didn’t stop him enjoying his study abroad experience

Numerous changes to university admissions after A-level results day have left students confused and upset. Here is a breakdown of the situation and what to do next

Watch an education expert answer the most common questions about A Level results, Ucas Clearing and getting a place at university

Mike Thomas urges students to keep calm and take advantage of the clearing process if they miss out on their expected exam results

If you end up getting higher grades than you expected, you may want to go through adjustment to find a different university. It certainly worked for one University of Sheffield student

Clearing helped one student to find a course and university that were more suitable than her initial choices

A clinical psychologist who went through Clearing herself explains how to approach exam-related stress