CF Decline My Place Good Practice and FAQs
Discover good practice and FAQs for CF Decline My Place, the new process which allows students to request a release from their place via UCAS in order to enter Clearing.
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CF Decline My Place Good Practice and FAQs
Discover good practice and FAQs for CF Decline My Place, the new process which allows students to request a release from their place via UCAS in order to enter Clearing.
Changing or leaving your course
If you decide you no longer want to study, or you’d like to transfer to a new university or course, there’s a lot to consider.
Checklist for international students moving to the UK
You’ve done it! You've secured a place at your dream university in the UK. Now use this checklist to plan all the things you need to get ready for your move…
Chemical engineering 2026 personal statement guide
Build a personal statement that contains all the right elements by making it personal, relevant, and reflective.
Chemistry 2026 personal statement guide
Want to find the right formula for a chemistry personal statement that will achieve the reaction you're hoping for? The two key elements are passion and personal – here's how to get the right mix.
Childcare Grants for full-time students
Find out if you're eligible to receive a Childcare Grant (CCG), and how to apply for it. Content provided by Student Finance England.
Choosing a postgraduate course
Find out about different postgraduate course types and subject areas, then search for a course using our course search tool.
Choosing a university for postgraduate study
Things to consider when choosing a university for postgraduate study include the size, location, reputation, rankings, and more.
Choosing where and how to study as a mature student
There can be a lot to consider when choosing which university or college is right for you.
Choosing where to study or train
After GCSEs/National 5s, you could stay in school, go to a sixth form college, go to a further education (FE) college, or join a work-based training provider.
Civil engineering 2026 personal statement guide
Build a strong and sturdy personal statement, with details of your interest in civil engineering alongside relevant facts about you.
Classics 2026 personal statement guide
Communicate clearly why you’d love to immerse yourself in the worlds of ancient Greece and Rome.
Clearing 2015 update
As part of Clearing 2015, we’re launching an additional service to applicants – designed to help those who find themselves without a university or HE college place on A level results day.
Clearing guide for international students
International students, including EU and other overseas students, can use Clearing in the same way UK students can.
Clearing toolkit for parents
Heard of Clearing but not sure what it’s all about? Here we share what you need to know and practical tips for supporting someone through the process.