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Glossary

Here you can check a range of higher education and UCAS terminology.

Hub live sessions

We run live sessions in the UCAS Hub to help those researching their next steps, and record them all. You can access them below.

Provider opt in for pre-approved unpicks C&C 2025

Following the success of the pre-approved unpick pilot last year, we are continuing to run the process for C&C 2025. You will be able to to opt in to pre-approving unpicking Confirmation decisions that have been made in error during the period of Confirmation and Clearing. Please complete the web form below to indicate if you intend to sign up, or not.

Replacement certificates

If you need to provide evidence of exam results but don’t have your original certificates, all is not lost.

Results day

If your offers are conditional on results, on results day you'll see if your exam results are enough for the uni or college to confirm your place.

Scottish Vocational Qualifications

Find out what's involved in studying Scottish Vocational Qualifications (SVQs), the range of job sectors available, and how long they take to complete.

Sending exam results

We receive results from many exam boards and share this information with your choices, but in some cases you may need to send your results to your unis, colleges, or conservatoires.

Statistical releases – daily Clearing analysis 2016

Statistical releases produced on 9 August and then each week day between 18 August – 2 September 2016, providing core numbers for the current cycle, comparison data over five cycles, and graphical illustrations of key trends.