Clearing 2025

Choose ambition. opportunity. award winning accommodation. a degree that takes you further. to be supported, every step of the way. a university where student voices matter. learning from experts. a TEF Gold University. Derby. Choose your future. Choose Derby.

At the University of Derby, you're not just choosing a place to study - you're choosing to transform your future.

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Contact us

Get in touch with our Clearing team to discuss your options and check course availability.

Apply

Fill out a quick application form to formally express your interest in your chosen course.

Accept

Receive your offer and confirm your place to start your journey with us.

Choose your future. Choose Derby.

Clearing is a fantastic opportunity for all students. Whether you are still considering your next steps, changed your mind about where or what to study or waiting to see how your exams go, you can get in touch with us now to discuss your options.

Call us today on 01332 592025 and you could receive a provisional offer to study at the University of Derby this September. We’ll also chat to you about your career goals and guide you through your next steps.

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Early Access to Clearing

You don't have to wait until Results Day. Choose Early Access to Clearing to start your journey today.

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Campus Tours

We run regular campus tours where you’ll explore our teaching facilities, social spaces and accommodation with a current student ambassador, or we can arrange personal visits so you can see everything that’s on offer at a time that suits you.

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Virtual Tour

Can’t make it to our campuses in person? Don’t worry, our virtual tour is the next best thing. Explore the University of Derby from wherever you are in the world and catch a glimpse of your new student life.

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TEF Gold 2023 logoWe have been awarded Gold in the prestigious Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF) 2023Read more about our TEF Gold AwardRead more about our TEF Gold Award
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How to apply through Clearing

Find tips for applying through Clearing and accepting your offer.

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Clearing FAQs

Got a question about Clearing? Our Frequently Asked Questions page may help.

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2ndfor employabilityUni Compare Student Review Rankings 2026
No1University Housing (UK and Ireland)Global Student Living Awards 2022, 2023, 2024
Top10UK universityUni Compare Student Review Rankings 2026
96%of graduates in work/further study Latest HESA Graduate Outcomes survey
Top25in the UK for overall student satisfactionComplete University Guide 2025
2ndfor course qualityUni Compare Student Review Rankings 2026
Top20in England and Wales for social inclusionThe Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2025
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Guaranteed accommodation

If you accept a place through Clearing, you can apply for halls online once your offer is confirmed.

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Our students' Clearing stories

Planned paths might change, but our students seize every opportunity. Hear about some of their experiences below. 

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Playing to strengths

A-level results day didn't go exactly as Jack Hanson had planned. Then he found his way to Derby through Clearing and he hasn't looked back since.

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Follow the heart

After initially following her head, Hannah's heart inevitably won over and she pursued her passion in Motorsport Engineering.

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The perfect match

Lilly’s university journey didn’t begin as planned, but Clearing gave her a second chance. At Derby, she found everything she was looking for.

2024 Global Student Living Awards for Best University Housing Winner LogoDon’t forget, we can guarantee you a room in our award-winning halls of residence, voted Best University Housing for three years running in the Global Student Living AwardsFind out moreFind out more
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Guidance for parents and carers

Are you a parent or guardian of someone applying to university through Clearing? We have advice and information to help you support them.

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Additional information

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Explore our subjects

Browse the subject areas and courses available at the University of Derby.

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My Derby Journey

Find out everything you need to know about the University by exploring our hub designed for students who are looking to start in September.

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Commute to university

Whether you’re looking to remain connected to home life, balance your studies with other commitments or save costs, commuting could be a great choice.