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Your Guide to Clearing at Marjon

Clearing is another opportunity to find your place at university. Discover how the process works, explore your options and find out how Plymouth Marjon University can support you on your journey.

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Whether you haven't yet applied to university, have changed your mind about what you'd like to study, or your results haven't gone quite as expected, Clearing offers another opportunity to explore your options and find the right course for you.

Clearing for 2026 entry has now closed, but we're here to help you prepare for what's next. We've brought together everything you need to know about the Clearing process, from understanding how it works to exploring your options and knowing what to expect when Clearing opens again.

Have questions? Our friendly team is here to help. Call us on 01752 636890 or email marjonclearing@marjon.ac.uk. You can also visit the UCAS website for more information about Clearing.

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Come and explore Marjon

You don't have to wait until Clearing to discover whether Marjon is right for you! Explore our campus, meet our friendly community and get a feel for student life at Plymouth Marjon University.

Book a campus visit or join us at an upcoming Open Day to see yourself here.

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Call Centre Advice

We know Clearing can feel daunting, so we've put together some helpful advice to make things easier when Clearing opens again in August. From preparing for your call to Marjon to understanding your next steps, we're here to help you feel confident and ready.

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Virtual Tour

Explore our facilities with our self-guided tour. Here you can see what the campus looks like and find out more about what it is like to study and live at Marjon.

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Student Life

Student life at Marjon can be as busy or as chilled as you want it to be. Find out more about what it's like, and why Marjon could be the best decision for you.

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Our Courses

A full list of all of our courses. Find your course here.

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Lauren: my first tip would be don't panic at all um because you just don't know where things could take you so for me i was really set on one certain university and i thought that that was going to be like the be all and end all of my career and if i didn't go there then like I wouldn't have a real degree and things like that and taking the chance that i did and was definitely the best thing i could have done it saved me a year of being at college and as the way the world works i've met people now that i know that if i'd have waited until next year i never would have got to meet them and so that's quite a big thing for me also try and be prepared as you can on the phone so write down things that you've done in your life that are good experience so i'm a qualified rainbow leader and then i volunteered with children so i had things like that and key points of skills and things i developed while i was doing that so that when i was asked on the phone okay tell me about a time where you've shown say confidence or organization that was already in front of me and I didn't have to panic and worry i could just like draw on it straight away um but mainly just be open-minded um you're like best course you may never have heard of the university marlon's quite small and i think it's definitely underrated people don't know we exist as much as we do and the main thing is it's your degree it's not your parents or your like boyfriend girlfriend friends it's going to be the rest of your life that this is going to impact so make sure it's the decision that's right for you it doesn't matter what anyone else thinks

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Parents Guide

As a parent or carer, helping your young person get into university can be a difficult time for you too, especially if you didn't go yourself and so haven’t experienced how it all works.

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Frequently Asked Questions

We've put together our FAQ's of the most important questions from students so that you can find everything in one place.

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Call Centre & Advice

We understand that Clearing can be daunting, that is why we have put together all a range of advice to support you making your call to Marjon and your next steps.

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Visit Us

The best was to see if any university is right for you is to visit it. Here you can find information on how to book a visit or campus tour, and any upcoming open days.

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Guaranteed Accommodation

Guaranteed accommodation for all eligible clearing students! *While we will offer a room to all eligible students, room types, preferences and location cannot be guaranteed*

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City Life

The perfect mix of beautiful ocean views, vast moorland and vibrant city centre, Plymouth is a dream location, so make it your new home.

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Lauren: so we rand around a few you unis andthey just didn't want to know I didn't have the grades and that's what they were focused on and then I rang Marge on and the first thing they said is okay well why why do you want to come and study this course and I could speak about speech and I'm so P for ages I was really excited and had all this experience and that's all they really cared about they wanted to know that I was passionate and mainly that I was going to be committed the first ad I spoke to you was just super friendly and she was really excited it felt like she was excited almost like she was matchmaking me of my course and and a lot of the other unions I'd spoken to it was kind of more of a formality but she definitely put me at ease and just made me even more excited to be speaking to Marjonand then I was connected through to the administration for my course and she was just so friendly and really welcoming and just seemed so interested in me and a lot of the other places I've spoken to I just didn't get that at all but it kind of gave me the confidence to speak more about myself and because that can be really awkward sometimes you kind of got to like big yourself up and mention all these things that normally if you're quite like a modest person it's really difficult to do but she just made that so much easier and I could tell that she really wanted me to do well and like she wanted to let me on the course arms I'm really happy that I picked up the phone and I honestly can imagine now what would be like if I hadn't I've met so many incredible people made so many friends and my lecturers are incredible and absolutely loved my degree so is definitely one of the best decisions in my life.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Clearing?

Clearing is a university application service available between July and October. It enables students to find and apply to universities which still have places available on specific courses. For further information see the UCAS Clearing website.

From Thursday 2nd July 2026, you can apply for a course using Clearing if you do not currently have an offer from a university. If you have already received an offer to study at university, but would like to apply elsewhere, you can apply through Clearing from A-level results day on Thursday 13th August 2026.

Is it too late to apply to university?

Not at all. Plenty of people apply through Clearing or late on in the process. Some courses may already be full, but you can check that on our Clearing enquiry page. We'll help you to apply, then we'll support you to get ready and gather all the information you need to be ready to start in September.

You can apply for Student Finance now even if you’re waiting to hear back from us and you can have a look at our accommodation and take a campus tour.

I've completed the clearing form, what happens next?

We’ll receive your enquiry and we’ll be in touch to get some more information about your qualifications and to see how we can help.

If you haven't heard from us, it may be because we can't get through on the phone or our email has gone to your junk folder. Drop us an email at marjonclearing@marjon.ac.uk.

What do I do if I'm offered a place?

We’ll guide you through submitting an application depending on where you are in the process. Make sure you know where your certificates are - even if you took them a while ago, we will still need to confirm you hold the qualifications you say you do. 

As an offer-holder, you will receive a range of information before September about student life at Marjon, accommodation, what you need to do to prepare, how to enrol, and much more. If you have any specific queries, you can always email visitus@marjon.ac.uk and we'll be more than happy to help.

What if I'm already holding a place at another university?

If you are holding a place at another university but interested in a course at Marjon instead, by all means contact us for more information. We are happy to talk to you.

We would not be able to make you a formal offer unless you have been released by your first university and the Clearing system means that you must have received your grades as it would be an automatic Unconditional offer if appropriate.

Get in touch with us, by emailing marjonclearing@marjon.ac.uk, for more information. In the meantime, you’re welcome to have a look at our course pages, book a campus tour, or chat to a current Marjon student.

Will I get accommodation on campus?

We still have space in our on-campus accommodation, and you can apply as soon as you hold an offer from us that you have "firm accepted", so make sure you get your application in before we run out!

To learn more about our accommodation options, visit our Accommodation page. 

What can I do if I'm still waiting for my results?

If you have applied to Marjon and still waiting for your results

Don’t worry, we are holding your place until you have your final result, if you have any updates on your results please let us know at admissions@marjon.ac.uk.

If you have not yet applied to Marjon and still waiting for your results

If you are interested in a place at Marjon but still awaiting results, please email marjonclearing@marjon.ac.uk.

If you have your results but there is no change on UCAS

If you have received your final confirmed results, but there is no change on your UCAS status, please email a copy of your results to admissions@marjon.ac.uk. Please note that we can't accept provisional results.

If you need some addition help

If you’d like to visit campus, speak to a current student, an academic or other staff (such as Student Support or Student Funding) please get in contact with Charley at applicantsupport@marjon.ac.uk

Can I defer my place and start in 2027?

Please email admissions@marjon.ac.uk to request this. It would be helpful if you could explain why you want to defer.

We may need to talk to the Programme Lead for the course you have an offer for, and we’ll be in touch with you once we have an outcome.

Can I speak to a lecturer about the course?

Of course, our lecturers are always happy to chat to future students! We know that a conversation can really help you to ask all the critical questions about the course, and get to know them before you start. 

Whether you've made your decision or are weighing up options, a conversation about the course can really help. 

Please get in touch with our Student Recruitment team who will be able to arrange this for you, on visitus@marjon.ac.uk or call on 01752 636727. 

How can I find out if my course has space through Clearing?

We anticipate having spaces on some of our courses. If you are looking for courses available in Clearing please check the UCAS website or call us – we are here to help. You do not need to have applied to Marjon already.

If you are holding an offer from another university, you will need to be released into Clearing by that institution. Please email us on marjonclearing@marjon.ac.uk if you need any help understanding the Clearing process.

Do I have to register on UCAS to apply through Clearing?

Yes, you have to be registered with UCAS before we can process your application.

All Clearing applications can only be made through UCAS.

Emailed us, but haven't heard back yet?

We aim to get back to everyone promptly, but please do call us on 01752 636890.

As we approach A Level Results Day, there are strict rules which govern what guidance we can offer and what changes can be made to applications. From 24th July 2026, universities are unable to make any changes to applications until after results have been released.

 

Also, in the week leading up to A Level Results Day we are restricted in what information we can discuss with applicants. During this time, please email us at admissions@marjon.ac.uk and we’ll reply as soon as we’re able to.