Results and Clearing 2026

The University of Sheffield has some places for additional high achieving students available through Clearing this year.

Register your interest in a place

Register now

If you're due to receive your results in August, registering for Clearing lets you get your name down ahead of the results day rush. All you need to do on the day is confirm your grades. We’ll then fast-track your application, and if you want to talk to us on the phone we’ll prioritise your call.

Already have your results?

If you already have your results, from 2 July you can apply through Clearing.

Check course vacancies

Apply via your UCAS Hub or register with UCAS

UCAS will close from 8am on Tuesday 28 July until 9am on Tuesday 4 August, then from 8am on Friday 7 August until 8am on Thursday 13 August. After 7 August, you can register your interest in a place.

Already holding an offer?

If you've applied to the University of Sheffield during the main UCAS application cycle, find out what to do when you receive your results:

What to do when you get your results

What is Clearing?

Clearing explained

Applying to university through Clearing might feel daunting but we’re here to help you.

Your guide to Clearing

Parents and supporters guide

We know that Clearing can be an uncertain time when you're supporting someone. Our guide will help you get the best from the process.

Parents and supporters

Your questions answered

We've put together some frequently asked questions about Results and Clearing 2026.

FAQs

Your accommodation is guaranteed

If you accept an offer through Clearing by 3 September, we'll guarantee your accommodation.

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Student experience at Sheffield

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Sheffield Live

We're hosting regular Sheffield Live online sessions to help you choose your course, make the transition to university and discover more about Sheffield.

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Degree apprenticeships

The University's Advanced Manufacturing Research Centre offers Degree Apprenticeships, giving school/college-leavers, employees and existing apprentices a different route to traditional university study.

Apply for a degree apprenticeship