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Who's engaging with UCAS on SQA and JCQ results day?

Find key information on how Clearing works if you're helping a student come to the UK to study.

Here we'll keep you updated with the latest information on how to appeal your grades.

Our detailed data resources are published at the end of each application cycle.

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.

2025 UCAS Conservatoires applications will be unavailable at times while we process exam results (all UK times).

2025 UCAS Undergraduate applications will be unavailable at times while we process exam results (all UK times).

International students, including EU and other overseas students, can use Clearing in the same way UK students can.

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.

Discover key dates, essentials and guidance for Confirmation and Clearing in our adviser toolkit.

If you’re new to advising, or need a refresh on the essentials, this page contains the essential information about Confirmation and Clearing.

Don’t leave applying until the last minute as there’s quite a bit to do – but you don’t need to complete the application all at once. Read our advice below to help you through the application process, step by step.

Foundation apprenticeships are available if you’re in your 5th or 6th year at secondary school in Scotland.

Results day can feel overwhelming, but it doesn't have to be. Here's everything you need to prepare for results day and Clearing.

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