Southampton Sessions - Path to Uni: Episode 8 - Clearing LIVE (recorded)

Thinking about Clearing or preparing for Results Day on Thursday? Recorded live from our Highfield Campus on the 4th August, this session is ready to rewatch - packed with practical advice, expert guidance and honest student experiences to help you feel confident if you're considering Clearing.Host Anusha is joined by Zeno, who secured his place through Clearing, alongside Stacey, Head of Admissions Operations. Together, they answer your questions on all things Clearing.Whether you're exploring your options, preparing for Results Day or simply want to understand how Clearing works, this session has you covered.00:00 Intro into Clearing LIVE02:18 What was your clearing experience?03:23 What is Clearing?05:12 Can I apply to a course through Clearing if I don’t make my entry requirements?06:35 What Clearing research did you do, prior to results day?07:50 Are there any courses not in Clearing?09:16 How does the Clearing process work?11:52 What was going through Clearing like?13:50 What is the UCAS Embargo?16:19 What scholarships are available?19:22 Can we apply direct to the university or do you go through UCAS?21:08 If Southampton is my insurance choice, how does accommodation work?23:15 What If I change my mind?25:33 What actually happened on results day?27:10 What is it like to study at Southampton?28:40 What are your top tips?31:15 When does enrollment start?32:13 What happens for WSA courses in Clearing?36:12 Are there any minimum entry requirements for Clearing courses?37:33 What is the role of a Foundation Year?39:12 What Foundation Years are accepted?41:06 If you are accepted through Clearing, what date do you move into accommodation?43:04 Is the Clearing hotline too busy to get through?47:31 What’s your advice for someone feeling overwhelmed?48:58 Is a webform quicker than calling?50:24 Can you do both a webform and phone in?52:03 Do grades tend to drop on results day and how much difference is there from published requirements?55:35 Can the form be done prior to results day?56:41 What do I need to have to hand when I call?58:16 How has Clearing affected you once you are here?59:34 Thank you for watchingOur podcast jingle is written by University of Southampton music students: Aran Tanseli andMegan Gillett - www.megangillett.com/   @megangillett.composition