Clearing success stories

Clearing helped these students find the right course at the right university. Now it’s your turn.
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Find the right fit

Clearing isn't just a backup – it's a fresh opportunity.

Many of our students joined Leeds Trinity through Clearing for all kinds of reasons: changing plans, unexpected results, or simply finding the right fit.

From Angel making a confident decision to go in a different direction, to Charlie choosing us after exceeding their grades - each story is different.

But they all found the same thing: a supportive, welcoming place to succeed.

Explore their stories to see how Clearing could lead to something better than you expected.

My Clearing experience, in a few words, was stress-relieving, reassuring, and easy! I never thought I would be in Clearing so I wasn’t sure what to expect. I’d never been to Leeds before I made the call, as a uni or a city, and I can genuinely say I'd never change it for the world. I’ve loved every second and could see a future here, all because of that one call!

Angel Woods
School of Business and Law graduate

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I chose to go through Clearing at Leeds Trinity University because it was close to home and so welcoming. My top tips for students leading up to results day are that exams aren't everything. Through Clearing, you still have the opportunity to achieve greatness - don't give up!

Charlie
School of Health and Life Sciences student

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Don't panic! I finished college with a BTEC in Carpentry and Joinery which is very different from Computer Science. There is more than one road to get to your destination and only you can walk it.

Brad
School of Computing and Creative Industries

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Brad - Computer Science student

After two weeks at another university, I felt it wasn’t the place for me, as I just didn’t feel comfortable there. I also decided that the course didn't suit me either. My Clearing experience at Leeds Trinity was so simple and easy. The staff were friendly, approachable, and extremely helpful. They guided me through the whole process and made me feel at ease.

Cameron
School of Health and Life Sciences graduate

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I came through Clearing and found the whole process so easy. I applied through UCAS, set up a profile and explained why I wanted to do this course in my personal statement. I had all the GCSEs but didn't have the A-levels, so I didn't think I stood a chance. Leeds Trinity gave me a chance by letting me do an essay, which I did on prisons and reoffending, and I passed!

Perry
School of Social Sciences graduate

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Nobody does employability quite like us

We build industry experiences into every year of our three-year degrees**.

  • Year 1: Professional challenge
    Tackle a community problem as part of a team, building your confidence, creativity and problem-solving skills.
  • Year 2: Professional work placement
    Gain valuable work experience during an immersive 5+ week placement, applying your knowledge in a real-world, professional setting.
  • Year 3: Professional collaboration project
    Work on a live project with an industry partner, developing practical solutions while expanding your professional network.

**Exceptions apply. Visit our course pages for more information.

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