What is Clearing and Extra? How does it work, and can it help you? In this episode, Robbie and our guests discuss how to make the most out of your five options, how to navigate Clearing successfully, and what Extra means.
Discover all the options available to find the right place for you in the UK. Join Robbie alongside guests Dylan Cozens and Adora Wong as we talk about the whole process, from how to use the five choices, to information on how and when to use Clearing and Extra.
Adora is an international student who has been studying in the UK for the past 10 years.
Her educational journey began with GCSEs and A Levels at a private college in Birmingham, followed by a BSc in Psychology and Sociology. She then served two years as Vice President of Education at the Students’ Union, where she worked to enhance the student experience and represent academic interests.
Adora is currently pursuing an MSc in Human Resource Management at Aston University.
Dylan Cozens is Coventry University’s Regional Director with strategic oversight and responsibility of leading three teams to manage student recruitment from the Europe and UK-International regions, and the university’s global network of government sponsors.
He has 15 years of experience working within education, with 11 of those years in higher education recruitment and admissions. He's an advocate for widening participation and providing opportunities for young people to access university education.
Outside of his main role, he's an active member of the education community as a Governor at Foxford School in Coventry since 2022. Prior to this he was the leading voice of universities in the Midlands, having been elected as the Midlands Chair at HELOA (Higher Education Liaison Officers Association) between 2019 and 2022.
This debut series covers the fundamental questions every international student faces. We explore what makes the UK such an attractive study destination, dive into the practicalities of funding your education through scholarships and smart budgeting, and give you an insider's view of what student life really looks like.
We'll also examine the exciting alumni networks and career opportunities available to graduates, and explain the graduate visa system and job market to help you plan your future beyond university.
In this series, we tackle the key decisions and practical steps you'll need to take on your journey to studying in the UK – from exploring your options and applying, to relocating and finding your feet. We'll guide you through the research process to help you identify the perfect courses and universities that align with your ambitions.
You'll learn how to navigate the application system effectively, understand Clearing and Extra, discover support networks and get essential advice on the practicalities of moving to the UK.
Choose a uni, degree subject or select by their home country, and find out what life’s really like at uni.
Find everything you need to know about Clearing, including advice, guidance, and Clearing vacancies.
If you've used all five choices on your application, and you're not holding any offers, you could still find a place using Extra – it's free!
This page shows you all the extra tips international applicants might need to know when making UCAS applications.
Thinking about studying in the UK can give international students a lot to consider. Here are answers to the most common questions.