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Clearing
Take control with Clearing
What is Clearing?
Another way into university
Clearing happens every year to help students find the right university for the upcoming September.
It might be right for you if:
You're applying after 2 July 2026.
You didn’t get or accept any offers.
You are unsure you will meet the condition of your offer(s).
You did not get the grades you hoped for on Results Day.
You haven't been accepted by your Firm or Insurance choices.
You’ve changed your mind about your course or university.
Clearing
Learn more about what Clearing is and what it means for you.
Applying through Clearing
Choose the option that best describes you
I'll find out my grades on results day
I have my grades already
When can I apply?
Apply through Clearing on results day
When you receive your grades on Results Day in August, you can apply for the course you're interested in studying.
As soon as you have your results, call our Clearing hotline, where our team will be able to check your qualifications and take you through the application process.
How can I prepare for results day?
Your Clearing checklist
Whether you're unsure you'll achieve the grades you are hoping for or you'd simply like to change where and what you're studying in September, here's how you can prepare:
Research the course you want to apply for
Explore our accommodation
Know your UCAS ID number
Be ready to calculate your
UCAS tariff points
Search our courses
Explore accommodation
When can I apply?
Apply from 2 July
If you have completed your qualifications and already have your grades, you can apply as soon as Clearing opens on 2 July. Our Admissions team are here to help you through the next steps.
You can either:
Call our Clearing hotline and apply over the phone.
Email our admissions team to apply.
Advice for parents and supporters
Understand what Clearing means
Results Day
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On Results Day, your child can check their UCAS Hub to see if they've been accepted by their Firm (first choice) university.
If not, their Insurance (second choice) may still offer a confirmed place.
If your child is unsuccessful with both their Firm and Insurance choice universities, they’ll automatically enter Clearing and can explore other options right away.
If your child plans to live away from home, they can then confirm their accommodation.
In the weeks that follow, the institution will be in touch to confirm start dates, timetables and any other joining instructions.
Thousands of students apply through Clearing each year, and our staff are there to guide your child through it and put them at ease.
Key things to know
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Your child will need to call the universities they are interested in, as their application details can only be discussed with them. You could offer to listen to the call, so you can take notes to ensure no information is missed.
Your child will need their UCAS ID number as well as their GCSE grades and A-level/BTEC/other alternative results.
If your child is holding an offer at another university and wishes to change, they will need to self-release themselves into Clearing and submit the new offer and accept it from the university they have changed to. Only do this once the offer has been confirmed by the new university. Your child can do all of this via their UCAS Hub account.
Top tips
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Talk through what to expect on Results Day and the options available if results don’t go as planned.
Reassure your child that as long as they have done their best, then no matter the outcome you are still proud of them.
Encourage them to write down questions to ask about courses and the university.
Don’t rush! Give them time to think about their options, to reduce any stress or anxiety.
Have university phone numbers ready in advance of Results Day.
Explore university websites and social media to get a feel for each place.
If you think there is any more information that would be useful, please email
studyhere@chi.ac.uk.
Preparing for September
Ensure you have everything ready for when you start
Fees and finance
Clearing and student finance
What you need to know about student finance and Clearing
International applicants
If you are applying from outside the UK, you can find everything you need to know about fees and funding on our
International Fees and Finance
pages.
I've applied elsewhere but now I want to change universities, do I need to update my student finance application?
Expand
If you’ve applied elsewhere and want to change to a different university, you will need to update the Student Loan Company with this information.
You can do this through your Student Loan Company application portal.
Do I need to wait for an offer to apply for student finance?
Expand
You don't need to wait until you get an offer from a university to apply for student finance – apply as soon as possible.
When you apply for student finance, you can choose the university you have applied to study at and your chosen course.
Once you have an offer, you can then update your finance application to confirm your offer-holder status.
I haven't applied for student finance yet, how do I get started?
Expand
Tuition Fee Loan
Eligible students are able to get a Tuition Fee Loan from the government, which helps to pay the course fee. This is available to students studying an undergraduate degree or Foundation Degree.
You can request a loan which covers the whole of the fee or just part of the fee. You will need to apply for a Tuition Fee Loan each year of your course.
The Tuition Fee Loan is paid directly from the
Student Loans Company
to the University.
Maintenance Loan
It is also possible to get a maintenance loan which helps with the cost of living (e.g. rent, food, course materials, etc). How much you can get depends on your circumstances (e.g. household income) and whether you choose to live in the parental home.
Students from lower income households receive more financial support. You can get an idea of how much support is available to you using
the student finance calculator
.
The maintenance loan is paid to the student in three instalments in the academic year:
September: about a week after registering on your course
January: when you return from the Christmas / winter holiday
April: when you return from the Easter / spring holiday
You can find out more about student finance on our
Funding and Advice page
.
I have other questions about student finance
Expand
You can find out more about student finance on our
Funding and Advice
page.
Quick links
See our fees and finance pages for more information
Funding and advice
Additional costs
How to pay
Subject specific funding
International fees, aid and scholarships
Gifted Athlete Support Programme
Useful to know
Helpful insights at a glance
How can I make sure I get everything I am entitled to?
Expand
Familiarise yourself with the funding which is available to students
Check that you are getting the
maximum level of funding available to you
(or email
studentmoney@chi.ac.uk
)
If you need or want to supplement your income with part-time employment, our
Careers & Employability Service
may be able to help you find work.
If you have children or a disability,
claim benefits during your study
.
Open
student bank accounts with overdrafts
if you are starting a full-time undergraduate course. These can be a useful resource but it is important to remember that this is a way of borrowing money from a bank and you will need to pay it back (usually after you finish the course).
For students who are experiencing financial difficulty, the University has a Support Fund and an emergency loan facility. Please see the information on our
Money advice: money worries help page
for more information on these and how to apply.
When is Student Finance paid?
Expand
Funding from Student Finance England is usually paid in three instalments in September (a week after registering), January and April.
When will I receive my support package or bursary?
Expand
If you're eligible, the Support Package/Chichester Bursary is paid in one instalment early in the second Semester.
When do I pay for University accommodation?
Expand
The licence period for most of the University Halls of Residence is 37 weeks and the payment schedule is in line with when funding from Student Finance England is scheduled to arrive.
When do I pay for private rented accommodation?
Expand
Private rented accommodation contracts are usually for 12 calendar months but it is often better to plan to use your student funding to help with the nine months of the academic year and use earnings from summer employment to pay for three months during the summer.
How do I budget my money?
Expand
You will need to plan for the essential expenditure first (such as paying for accommodation and food) and then you can calculate how much you have left for non-essentials (such as going out!)
Student life
Life at university
Experience an exciting student life beyond your studies
We understand that you aren't just here for a degree, and that life outside of study is just as important.
It’s easy to immerse yourself in exciting opportunities and experiences at university, across Chichester, Bognor Regis, and along the South Coast.
Clubs and societies
There are over 40 student-led groups that offer you a fantastic way of making new friends with people with similar interests and passions.
Clubs and societies include:
Inclusive sport teams
LGBTQ+ society
Esports society
Environmental society
and many more!
Summer Ball
Our incredible Students' Union host a festival-style Summer Ball each year.
Clubs and Societies
What club and society will you be joining?
Welcome Week
Welcome Week
Relive the highlights of Welcome Week with students making new friends, exploring new societies at the Freshers Fair and blowing off some steam at the Students Union!
Our annual Welcome Week introduces you to student life with a schedule of exciting and friendly events during your first week at university.
Take part in inductions
Meet your lecturers
Settle into your accommodation
Meet new people
Explore the Freshers Fair
Sport and fitness
Whether you want to improve your health and wellbeing, enjoy social activity with friends, or represent your University, we have everything you need to enjoy your sport experience.
Facilities include:
Multi-court AstroTurf pitch
Outdoor and indoor pitches
Climbing walls
Fitness suite
Sports laboratories
Sports facilities
Professor Mike Lauder guides you through our excellent range os sport and fitness facilities on our historic Bishop Otter campus.
Music, Art and Culture
You can take advantage of local and University events and opportunities throughout your studies.
Close to Chichester Festival Theatre
Explore the historic Chichester Cathedral
Plenty of local galleries and museums
See amazing shows from our Dance and Conservatoire students
Hear from expert guest speakers
Living here
Our location
Get to know the local area
We know that choosing a university is a big decision, and you need to love where you live and study.
So below is our quick guide to the local area; the beautiful city, rolling countryside and stunning beaches.
Top things to do in Chichester
Chichester is a thriving city full of everything you would expect from city life.
It has everything you need – a cinema, bowling alley, park, shopping, theatre, bars and restaurants.
We are also lucky to be close to areas of outstanding natural beauty, including the South Downs National Park and our blue flag beach at West Wittering.
Top things to do in Bognor Regis
This famous seaside destination has a high street just a short walk from the beach front, with shops, pubs and restaurants.
Fancy a day at the beach? Bognor Regis has a sand and shingle beach which is 915 steps from the campus.
Other attractions include crazy golf, Picturedrome cinema, sailing, scuba diving, the BASE skatepark, local theatres and a nightclub on the pier.
Commuting to university
Being a commuter
Understand your options as a commuting student
You may prefer to or need to commute to university rather than stay in student accommodation.
With excellent public transport links, student parking rates, and on-campus bike storage, we welcome those commuting through a variety of means.
The Be You Podcast - Commuting to University
Hear from Matt as he reveals his experiences about commuting to university.
Cycling to university
Approximately 160 covered cycle spaces at the Bishop Otter campus in Chichester and 90 covered spaces at Bognor Regis.
No charge for cycles parked in these spaces.
Secure storage compounds at both campuses.
Free access to secure storage compounds on both campuses with your campus card.
Subsidised bus travel for students
Bus stops at both campuses.
Subsidised travel on applicable Stagecoach buses.
Travelling by bus helps reduce local congestion and air pollution.
Parking your car on campus
Students who live outside the exclusion zone (1.5 miles radius from their main campus) will be eligible to park on campus.
Parking currently costs £1.45 per day for students, with income going towards the implementation of the University's Sustainable travel plan.
See more about parking
Learn more about commuting to our campuses
You can find out more about travelling to either of our campuses on our
How to Find Us page
.
Support, health and wellbeing
Supporting our students
Listening, advising and offering a range of professional services
The University of Chichester has an outstanding reputation for student satisfaction and retention, and one of the key underlying factors is the excellence of our support services.
As a student, you could benefit from specific types of support, such as:
Helping to sort out your finances
Understand your future career options
Managing a disability
Looking after your health
Getting through a tough period
Planning your future
Mental Health and Wellbeing Services
Hear more about how our student support team can help you
Careers and Employability Support
Our friendly and professional team of career experts are here to help you plan your future.
Find out more
Health and Wellbeing
Explore our advice and see the professional services you can access throughout your studies.
Find out more
Disability, Learning Difficulties and Medical Conditions
Hear how those with particular needs can access support throughout your time with us.
Find out more
International Student Support
The International Student Advisory Service are here to support our international students throughout their studies.
Find out more
Care Leavers
Find out about our Care Leavers Package and download our Care Leavers Guide.
Find out more
Chaplaincy
Learn more about the Chaplaincy, available to students of all faiths and none.
Find out more
Visit us
VIP Campus Tours
Our campus tours are led by our fantastic student ambassadors and allow you to see our beautiful campuses at your own pace.
You can:
Explore our campuses
Speak to our lecturers
Learn more about our facilities
Book a time that suits you
Get a feel for the University
Book a campus tour
Video tours
Chichester campus tour
Learn more about our historic Bishop Otter Campus
Bognor Regis campus tour
Take a virtual tour of our stunning Bognor Regis Campus
Fees and finance
Clearing and student finance
What you need to know about student finance and Clearing
International applicants
If you are applying from outside the UK, you can find everything you need to know about fees and funding on our
International Fees and Finance
pages.
I've applied elsewhere but now I want to change universities, do I need to update my student finance application?
Expand
If you’ve applied elsewhere and want to change to a different university, you will need to update the Student Loan Company with this information.
You can do this through your Student Loan Company application portal.
Do I need to wait for an offer to apply for student finance?
Expand
You don't need to wait until you get an offer from a university to apply for student finance – apply as soon as possible.
When you apply for student finance, you can choose the university you have applied to study at and your chosen course.
Once you have an offer, you can then update your finance application to confirm your offer-holder status.
I haven't applied for student finance yet, how do I get started?
Expand
Tuition Fee Loan
Eligible students are able to get a Tuition Fee Loan from the government, which helps to pay the course fee. This is available to students studying an undergraduate degree or Foundation Degree.
You can request a loan which covers the whole of the fee or just part of the fee. You will need to apply for a Tuition Fee Loan each year of your course.
The Tuition Fee Loan is paid directly from the
Student Loans Company
to the University.
Maintenance Loan
It is also possible to get a maintenance loan which helps with the cost of living (e.g. rent, food, course materials, etc). How much you can get depends on your circumstances (e.g. household income) and whether you choose to live in the parental home.
Students from lower income households receive more financial support. You can get an idea of how much support is available to you using
the student finance calculator
.
The maintenance loan is paid to the student in three instalments in the academic year:
September: about a week after registering on your course
January: when you return from the Christmas / winter holiday
April: when you return from the Easter / spring holiday
You can find out more about student finance on our
Funding and Advice page
.
I have other questions about student finance
Expand
You can find out more about student finance on our
Funding and Advice
page.
Quick links
See our fees and finance pages for more information
Funding and advice
Additional costs
How to pay
Subject specific funding
International fees, aid and scholarships
Gifted Athlete Support Programme
Blogs
Our students give their insight into budgeting and money management
6 ways to improve your budgeting
One of our students take you through a list of six ways you can improve your budgeting process.
Read our budgeting tips blog
How to manage your money
See our list of tips on how to make the most of your money while studying.
Read our money matters blog
Useful to know
Helpful insights at a glance
How can I make sure I get everything I am entitled to?
Expand
Familiarise yourself with the funding which is available to students
Check that you are getting the
maximum level of funding available to you
(or email
studentmoney@chi.ac.uk
)
If you need or want to supplement your income with part-time employment, our
Careers & Employability Service
may be able to help you find work.
If you have children or a disability,
claim benefits during your study
.
Open
student bank accounts with overdrafts
if you are starting a full-time undergraduate course. These can be a useful resource but it is important to remember that this is a way of borrowing money from a bank and you will need to pay it back (usually after you finish the course).
For students who are experiencing financial difficulty, the University has a Support Fund and an emergency loan facility. Please see the information on our
Money advice: money worries help page
for more information on these and how to apply.
When is Student Finance paid?
Expand
Funding from Student Finance England is usually paid in three instalments in September (a week after registering), January and April.
When will I receive my support package or bursary?
Expand
If you're eligible, the Support Package/Chichester Bursary is paid in one instalment early in the second Semester.
When do I pay for University accommodation?
Expand
The licence period for most of the University Halls of Residence is 37 weeks and the payment schedule is in line with when funding from Student Finance England is scheduled to arrive.
When do I pay for private rented accommodation?
Expand
Private rented accommodation contracts are usually for 12 calendar months but it is often better to plan to use your student funding to help with the nine months of the academic year and use earnings from summer employment to pay for three months during the summer.
How do I budget my money?
Expand
You will need to plan for the essential expenditure first (such as paying for accommodation and food) and then you can calculate how much you have left for non-essentials (such as going out!)
Student life
Life at university
Experience an exciting student life beyond your studies
We understand that you aren't just here for a degree, and that life outside of study is just as important.
It’s easy to immerse yourself in exciting opportunities and experiences at university, across Chichester, Bognor Regis, and along the South Coast.
Clubs and societies
There are over 40 student-led groups that offer you a fantastic way of making new friends with people with similar interests and passions.
Clubs and societies include:
Inclusive sport teams
LGBTQ+ society
Esports society
Environmental society
and many more!
Summer Ball
Our incredible Students' Union host a festival-style Summer Ball each year.
Clubs and Societies
What club and society will you be joining?
Welcome Week
Welcome Week
Relive the highlights of Welcome Week with students making new friends, exploring new societies at the Freshers Fair and blowing off some steam at the Students Union!
Our annual Welcome Week introduces you to student life with a schedule of exciting and friendly events during your first week at university.
Take part in inductions
Meet your lecturers
Settle into your accommodation
Meet new people
Explore the Freshers Fair
Sport and fitness
Whether you want to improve your health and wellbeing, enjoy social activity with friends, or represent your University, we have everything you need to enjoy your sport experience.
Facilities include:
Multi-court AstroTurf pitch
Outdoor and indoor pitches
Climbing walls
Fitness suite
Sports laboratories
Sports facilities
Professor Mike Lauder guides you through our excellent range os sport and fitness facilities on our historic Bishop Otter campus.
Music, Art and Culture
You can take advantage of local and University events and opportunities throughout your studies.
Close to Chichester Festival Theatre
Explore the historic Chichester Cathedral
Plenty of local galleries and museums
See amazing shows from our Dance and Conservatoire students
Hear from expert guest speakers
Living here
Our location
Get to know the local area
We know that choosing a university is a big decision, and you need to love where you live and study.
So below is our quick guide to the local area; the beautiful city, rolling countryside and stunning beaches.
Top things to do in Chichester
Chichester is a thriving city full of everything you would expect from city life.
It has everything you need – a cinema, bowling alley, park, shopping, theatre, bars and restaurants.
We are also lucky to be close to areas of outstanding natural beauty, including the South Downs National Park and our blue flag beach at West Wittering.
Top things to do in Bognor Regis
This famous seaside destination has a high street just a short walk from the beach front, with shops, pubs and restaurants.
Fancy a day at the beach? Bognor Regis has a sand and shingle beach which is 915 steps from the campus.
Other attractions include crazy golf, Picturedrome cinema, sailing, scuba diving, the BASE skatepark, local theatres and a nightclub on the pier.
Commuting to university
Being a commuter
Understand your options as a commuting student
You may prefer to or need to commute to university rather than stay in student accommodation.
With excellent public transport links, student parking rates, and on-campus bike storage, we welcome those commuting through a variety of means.
The Be You Podcast - Commuting to University
Hear from Matt as he reveals his experiences about commuting to university.
Cycling to university
Approximately 160 covered cycle spaces at the Bishop Otter campus in Chichester and 90 covered spaces at Bognor Regis.
No charge for cycles parked in these spaces.
Secure storage compounds at both campuses.
Free access to secure storage compounds on both campuses with your campus card.
Subsidised bus travel for students
Bus stops at both campuses.
Subsidised travel on applicable Stagecoach buses.
Travelling by bus helps reduce local congestion and air pollution.
Parking your car on campus
Students who live outside the exclusion zone (1.5 miles radius from their main campus) will be eligible to park on campus.
Parking currently costs £1.45 per day for students, with income going towards the implementation of the University's Sustainable travel plan.
See more about parking
Learn more about commuting to our campuses
You can find out more about travelling to either of our campuses on our
How to Find Us page
.
Support services
Supporting our students
Listening, advising and offering a range of professional services
The University of Chichester has an outstanding reputation for student satisfaction and retention, and one of the key underlying factors is the excellence of our support services.
As a student, you could benefit from specific types of support, such as:
Helping to sort out your finances
Understand your future career options
Managing a disability
Looking after your health
Getting through a tough period
Planning your future
Mental Health and Wellbeing Services
Hear more about how our student support team can help you
Careers and Employability Support
Our friendly and professional team of career experts are here to help you plan your future.
Find out more
Health and Wellbeing
Explore our advice and see the professional services you can access throughout your studies.
Find out more
Disability, Learning Difficulties and Medical Conditions
Hear how those with particular needs can access support throughout your time with us.
Find out more
International Student Support
The International Student Advisory Service are here to support our international students throughout their studies.
Find out more
Care Leavers
Find out about our Care Leavers Package and download our Care Leavers Guide.
Find out more
Chaplaincy
Learn more about the Chaplaincy, available to students of all faiths and none.
Find out more
Visit us
VIP Campus Tours
Our campus tours are led by our fantastic student ambassadors and allow you to see our beautiful campuses at your own pace.
You can:
Explore our campuses
Speak to our lecturers
Learn more about our facilities
Book a time that suits you
Get a feel for the University
Book a campus tour
Video tours
Chichester campus tour
Learn more about our historic Bishop Otter Campus
Bognor Regis campus tour
Take a virtual tour of our stunning Bognor Regis Campus
Subject areas
Find the perfect course for you
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Acting, Drama and Directing
Biomedical Science
Business
Childhood
Computing
Criminology
Dance
Education
Engineering
English and Creative Writing
Film, Media and Screenwriting
Games, Audio, Animation and VFX
History
Law
Music
Musical Theatre and Cabaret
Nursing
Politics and International Relations
Physiotherapy
Psychology
Social Work
Law
Sport
Teaching
Our campuses
Learn more about our Chichester and Bognor Regis campuses
Our campuses
Learn more about our Chichester and Bognor Regis campuses
Bishop Otter campus
Our historic campus set in the heart of the city of Chichester
Our Bishop Otter Campus in Chichester is set in beautiful surroundings with plenty of relaxing green space and a combination of attractive, historic buildings and excellent modern facilities.
Founded by Bishop of Chichester William Otter in 1839, the University still retains a strong sense of history as original parts still remain.
Chichester campus tour
Learn more about our historic Bishop Otter Campus
Learning Resource Centre
Conservatoire
Sport and fitness facilities
The ShowRoom Theatre
Learning Resource Centre
Conservatoire
Sport and fitness facilities
Nursing
The ShowRoom Theatre
The Chapel
Cloisters Lawn
Otters Restaurant
Dance studios
The City of Chichester
A historic city with a wealth of history and culture
Great train links to London
1.5 miles from South Downs National Park
Historic Chichester Cathedral from the 11th century
Plenty of bars, pubs and restaurants in the city centre
Thriving cultural scene with theatres, galleries and museums
Easily explore the local coastline of award-winning beaches
Brighton, Portsmouth and Southampton all under an hour away
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Bognor Regis campus
State-of-the-art facilities nestled on the south coast
Situated just five minutes from the sea, our Bognor Regis Campus boasts the flagship £35m Tech Park, which is home to our Engineering and Creative Industries departments.
In addition, we have beautiful Georgian architecture including three grand mansion houses amongst our other modern teaching facilities.
Bognor Regis campus tour
Take a virtual tour of our stunning Bognor Regis Campus
Learning Resource Centre
Performance spaces
Engineering and Mechanics labs
Digital technology and gaming suites
£35m Tech Park
Learning Resource Centre
Esports gaming suite
Motion capture and green-screen studio
Audio and music technologiy suite
Engineering and Design
3D Animation & VFX suites
Engineering and mechanics labs
Fine Art creative studios
Coastal learning
Learn by the stunning southern coastline
Flagship £35m Tech Park building
915 steps to the beach (we counted!)
Historic 100-year-old Picturedrome Cinema
Thriving local water sports and diving scene
Array of emerging independent shops and boutiques
Plenty of bars, pubs and restaurants in the town centre
Vibrant cultural scene with theatre, exhibitions and live music
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Clearing
Take control with Clearing
What is Clearing?
Another way into university
Clearing happens every year to help students find the right university for the upcoming September.
It might be right for you if:
You're applying after 2 July 2026.
You didn’t get or accept any offers.
You are unsure you will meet the condition of your offer(s).
You did not get the grades you hoped for on Results Day.
You haven't been accepted by your Firm or Insurance choices.
You’ve changed your mind about your course or university.
Clearing
Learn more about what Clearing is and what it means for you.
Applying through Clearing
Choose the option that best describes you
I'll find out my grades on results day
I have my grades already
When can I apply?
Apply through Clearing on results day
When you receive your grades on Results Day in August, you can apply for the course you're interested in studying.
As soon as you have your results, call our Clearing hotline, where our team will be able to check your qualifications and take you through the application process.
How can I prepare for results day?
Your Clearing checklist
Whether you're unsure you'll achieve the grades you are hoping for or you'd simply like to change where and what you're studying in September, here's how you can prepare:
Research the course you want to apply for
Explore our accommodation
Know your UCAS ID number
Be ready to calculate your
UCAS tariff points
Search our courses
Explore accommodation
When can I apply?
Apply from 2 July
If you have completed your qualifications and already have your grades, you can apply as soon as Clearing opens on 2 July. Our Admissions team are here to help you through the next steps.
You can either:
Call our Clearing hotline and apply over the phone.
Email our admissions team to apply.
Advice for parents and supporters
Understand what Clearing means
Results Day
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On Results Day, your child can check their UCAS Hub to see if they've been accepted by their Firm (first choice) university.
If not, their Insurance (second choice) may still offer a confirmed place.
If your child is unsuccessful with both their Firm and Insurance choice universities, they’ll automatically enter Clearing and can explore other options right away.
If your child plans to live away from home, they can then confirm their accommodation.
In the weeks that follow, the institution will be in touch to confirm start dates, timetables and any other joining instructions.
Thousands of students apply through Clearing each year, and our staff are there to guide your child through it and put them at ease.
Key things to know
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Your child will need to call the universities they are interested in, as their application details can only be discussed with them. You could offer to listen to the call, so you can take notes to ensure no information is missed.
Your child will need their UCAS ID number as well as their GCSE grades and A-level/BTEC/other alternative results.
If your child is holding an offer at another university and wishes to change, they will need to self-release themselves into Clearing and submit the new offer and accept it from the university they have changed to. Only do this once the offer has been confirmed by the new university. Your child can do all of this via their UCAS Hub account.
Top tips
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Talk through what to expect on Results Day and the options available if results don’t go as planned.
Reassure your child that as long as they have done their best, then no matter the outcome you are still proud of them.
Encourage them to write down questions to ask about courses and the university.
Don’t rush! Give them time to think about their options, to reduce any stress or anxiety.
Have university phone numbers ready in advance of Results Day.
Explore university websites and social media to get a feel for each place.
If you think there is any more information that would be useful, please email
studyhere@chi.ac.uk.
Preparing for September
Ensure you have everything ready for when you start
Fees and finance
Clearing and student finance
What you need to know about student finance and Clearing
International applicants
If you are applying from outside the UK, you can find everything you need to know about fees and funding on our
International Fees and Finance
pages.
I've applied elsewhere but now I want to change universities, do I need to update my student finance application?
Expand
If you’ve applied elsewhere and want to change to a different university, you will need to update the Student Loan Company with this information.
You can do this through your Student Loan Company application portal.
Do I need to wait for an offer to apply for student finance?
Expand
You don't need to wait until you get an offer from a university to apply for student finance – apply as soon as possible.
When you apply for student finance, you can choose the university you have applied to study at and your chosen course.
Once you have an offer, you can then update your finance application to confirm your offer-holder status.
I haven't applied for student finance yet, how do I get started?
Expand
Tuition Fee Loan
Eligible students are able to get a Tuition Fee Loan from the government, which helps to pay the course fee. This is available to students studying an undergraduate degree or Foundation Degree.
You can request a loan which covers the whole of the fee or just part of the fee. You will need to apply for a Tuition Fee Loan each year of your course.
The Tuition Fee Loan is paid directly from the
Student Loans Company
to the University.
Maintenance Loan
It is also possible to get a maintenance loan which helps with the cost of living (e.g. rent, food, course materials, etc). How much you can get depends on your circumstances (e.g. household income) and whether you choose to live in the parental home.
Students from lower income households receive more financial support. You can get an idea of how much support is available to you using
the student finance calculator
.
The maintenance loan is paid to the student in three instalments in the academic year:
September: about a week after registering on your course
January: when you return from the Christmas / winter holiday
April: when you return from the Easter / spring holiday
You can find out more about student finance on our
Funding and Advice page
.
I have other questions about student finance
Expand
You can find out more about student finance on our
Funding and Advice
page.
Quick links
See our fees and finance pages for more information
Funding and advice
Additional costs
How to pay
Subject specific funding
International fees, aid and scholarships
Gifted Athlete Support Programme
Useful to know
Helpful insights at a glance
How can I make sure I get everything I am entitled to?
Expand
Familiarise yourself with the funding which is available to students
Check that you are getting the
maximum level of funding available to you
(or email
studentmoney@chi.ac.uk
)
If you need or want to supplement your income with part-time employment, our
Careers & Employability Service
may be able to help you find work.
If you have children or a disability,
claim benefits during your study
.
Open
student bank accounts with overdrafts
if you are starting a full-time undergraduate course. These can be a useful resource but it is important to remember that this is a way of borrowing money from a bank and you will need to pay it back (usually after you finish the course).
For students who are experiencing financial difficulty, the University has a Support Fund and an emergency loan facility. Please see the information on our
Money advice: money worries help page
for more information on these and how to apply.
When is Student Finance paid?
Expand
Funding from Student Finance England is usually paid in three instalments in September (a week after registering), January and April.
When will I receive my support package or bursary?
Expand
If you're eligible, the Support Package/Chichester Bursary is paid in one instalment early in the second Semester.
When do I pay for University accommodation?
Expand
The licence period for most of the University Halls of Residence is 37 weeks and the payment schedule is in line with when funding from Student Finance England is scheduled to arrive.
When do I pay for private rented accommodation?
Expand
Private rented accommodation contracts are usually for 12 calendar months but it is often better to plan to use your student funding to help with the nine months of the academic year and use earnings from summer employment to pay for three months during the summer.
How do I budget my money?
Expand
You will need to plan for the essential expenditure first (such as paying for accommodation and food) and then you can calculate how much you have left for non-essentials (such as going out!)
Student life
Life at university
Experience an exciting student life beyond your studies
We understand that you aren't just here for a degree, and that life outside of study is just as important.
It’s easy to immerse yourself in exciting opportunities and experiences at university, across Chichester, Bognor Regis, and along the South Coast.
Clubs and societies
There are over 40 student-led groups that offer you a fantastic way of making new friends with people with similar interests and passions.
Clubs and societies include:
Inclusive sport teams
LGBTQ+ society
Esports society
Environmental society
and many more!
Summer Ball
Our incredible Students' Union host a festival-style Summer Ball each year.
Clubs and Societies
What club and society will you be joining?
Welcome Week
Welcome Week
Relive the highlights of Welcome Week with students making new friends, exploring new societies at the Freshers Fair and blowing off some steam at the Students Union!
Our annual Welcome Week introduces you to student life with a schedule of exciting and friendly events during your first week at university.
Take part in inductions
Meet your lecturers
Settle into your accommodation
Meet new people
Explore the Freshers Fair
Sport and fitness
Whether you want to improve your health and wellbeing, enjoy social activity with friends, or represent your University, we have everything you need to enjoy your sport experience.
Facilities include:
Multi-court AstroTurf pitch
Outdoor and indoor pitches
Climbing walls
Fitness suite
Sports laboratories
Sports facilities
Professor Mike Lauder guides you through our excellent range os sport and fitness facilities on our historic Bishop Otter campus.
Music, Art and Culture
You can take advantage of local and University events and opportunities throughout your studies.
Close to Chichester Festival Theatre
Explore the historic Chichester Cathedral
Plenty of local galleries and museums
See amazing shows from our Dance and Conservatoire students
Hear from expert guest speakers
Living here
Our location
Get to know the local area
We know that choosing a university is a big decision, and you need to love where you live and study.
So below is our quick guide to the local area; the beautiful city, rolling countryside and stunning beaches.
Top things to do in Chichester
Chichester is a thriving city full of everything you would expect from city life.
It has everything you need – a cinema, bowling alley, park, shopping, theatre, bars and restaurants.
We are also lucky to be close to areas of outstanding natural beauty, including the South Downs National Park and our blue flag beach at West Wittering.
Top things to do in Bognor Regis
This famous seaside destination has a high street just a short walk from the beach front, with shops, pubs and restaurants.
Fancy a day at the beach? Bognor Regis has a sand and shingle beach which is 915 steps from the campus.
Other attractions include crazy golf, Picturedrome cinema, sailing, scuba diving, the BASE skatepark, local theatres and a nightclub on the pier.
Commuting to university
Being a commuter
Understand your options as a commuting student
You may prefer to or need to commute to university rather than stay in student accommodation.
With excellent public transport links, student parking rates, and on-campus bike storage, we welcome those commuting through a variety of means.
The Be You Podcast - Commuting to University
Hear from Matt as he reveals his experiences about commuting to university.
Cycling to university
Approximately 160 covered cycle spaces at the Bishop Otter campus in Chichester and 90 covered spaces at Bognor Regis.
No charge for cycles parked in these spaces.
Secure storage compounds at both campuses.
Free access to secure storage compounds on both campuses with your campus card.
Subsidised bus travel for students
Bus stops at both campuses.
Subsidised travel on applicable Stagecoach buses.
Travelling by bus helps reduce local congestion and air pollution.
Parking your car on campus
Students who live outside the exclusion zone (1.5 miles radius from their main campus) will be eligible to park on campus.
Parking currently costs £1.45 per day for students, with income going towards the implementation of the University's Sustainable travel plan.
See more about parking
Learn more about commuting to our campuses
You can find out more about travelling to either of our campuses on our
How to Find Us page
.
Support, health and wellbeing
Supporting our students
Listening, advising and offering a range of professional services
The University of Chichester has an outstanding reputation for student satisfaction and retention, and one of the key underlying factors is the excellence of our support services.
As a student, you could benefit from specific types of support, such as:
Helping to sort out your finances
Understand your future career options
Managing a disability
Looking after your health
Getting through a tough period
Planning your future
Mental Health and Wellbeing Services
Hear more about how our student support team can help you
Careers and Employability Support
Our friendly and professional team of career experts are here to help you plan your future.
Find out more
Health and Wellbeing
Explore our advice and see the professional services you can access throughout your studies.
Find out more
Disability, Learning Difficulties and Medical Conditions
Hear how those with particular needs can access support throughout your time with us.
Find out more
International Student Support
The International Student Advisory Service are here to support our international students throughout their studies.
Find out more
Care Leavers
Find out about our Care Leavers Package and download our Care Leavers Guide.
Find out more
Chaplaincy
Learn more about the Chaplaincy, available to students of all faiths and none.
Find out more
Visit us
VIP Campus Tours
Our campus tours are led by our fantastic student ambassadors and allow you to see our beautiful campuses at your own pace.
You can:
Explore our campuses
Speak to our lecturers
Learn more about our facilities
Book a time that suits you
Get a feel for the University
Book a campus tour
Video tours
Chichester campus tour
Learn more about our historic Bishop Otter Campus
Bognor Regis campus tour
Take a virtual tour of our stunning Bognor Regis Campus
Fees and finance
Clearing and student finance
What you need to know about student finance and Clearing
International applicants
If you are applying from outside the UK, you can find everything you need to know about fees and funding on our
International Fees and Finance
pages.
I've applied elsewhere but now I want to change universities, do I need to update my student finance application?
Expand
If you’ve applied elsewhere and want to change to a different university, you will need to update the Student Loan Company with this information.
You can do this through your Student Loan Company application portal.
Do I need to wait for an offer to apply for student finance?
Expand
You don't need to wait until you get an offer from a university to apply for student finance – apply as soon as possible.
When you apply for student finance, you can choose the university you have applied to study at and your chosen course.
Once you have an offer, you can then update your finance application to confirm your offer-holder status.
I haven't applied for student finance yet, how do I get started?
Expand
Tuition Fee Loan
Eligible students are able to get a Tuition Fee Loan from the government, which helps to pay the course fee. This is available to students studying an undergraduate degree or Foundation Degree.
You can request a loan which covers the whole of the fee or just part of the fee. You will need to apply for a Tuition Fee Loan each year of your course.
The Tuition Fee Loan is paid directly from the
Student Loans Company
to the University.
Maintenance Loan
It is also possible to get a maintenance loan which helps with the cost of living (e.g. rent, food, course materials, etc). How much you can get depends on your circumstances (e.g. household income) and whether you choose to live in the parental home.
Students from lower income households receive more financial support. You can get an idea of how much support is available to you using
the student finance calculator
.
The maintenance loan is paid to the student in three instalments in the academic year:
September: about a week after registering on your course
January: when you return from the Christmas / winter holiday
April: when you return from the Easter / spring holiday
You can find out more about student finance on our
Funding and Advice page
.
I have other questions about student finance
Expand
You can find out more about student finance on our
Funding and Advice
page.
Quick links
See our fees and finance pages for more information
Funding and advice
Additional costs
How to pay
Subject specific funding
International fees, aid and scholarships
Gifted Athlete Support Programme
Blogs
Our students give their insight into budgeting and money management
6 ways to improve your budgeting
One of our students take you through a list of six ways you can improve your budgeting process.
Read our budgeting tips blog
How to manage your money
See our list of tips on how to make the most of your money while studying.
Read our money matters blog
Useful to know
Helpful insights at a glance
How can I make sure I get everything I am entitled to?
Expand
Familiarise yourself with the funding which is available to students
Check that you are getting the
maximum level of funding available to you
(or email
studentmoney@chi.ac.uk
)
If you need or want to supplement your income with part-time employment, our
Careers & Employability Service
may be able to help you find work.
If you have children or a disability,
claim benefits during your study
.
Open
student bank accounts with overdrafts
if you are starting a full-time undergraduate course. These can be a useful resource but it is important to remember that this is a way of borrowing money from a bank and you will need to pay it back (usually after you finish the course).
For students who are experiencing financial difficulty, the University has a Support Fund and an emergency loan facility. Please see the information on our
Money advice: money worries help page
for more information on these and how to apply.
When is Student Finance paid?
Expand
Funding from Student Finance England is usually paid in three instalments in September (a week after registering), January and April.
When will I receive my support package or bursary?
Expand
If you're eligible, the Support Package/Chichester Bursary is paid in one instalment early in the second Semester.
When do I pay for University accommodation?
Expand
The licence period for most of the University Halls of Residence is 37 weeks and the payment schedule is in line with when funding from Student Finance England is scheduled to arrive.
When do I pay for private rented accommodation?
Expand
Private rented accommodation contracts are usually for 12 calendar months but it is often better to plan to use your student funding to help with the nine months of the academic year and use earnings from summer employment to pay for three months during the summer.
How do I budget my money?
Expand
You will need to plan for the essential expenditure first (such as paying for accommodation and food) and then you can calculate how much you have left for non-essentials (such as going out!)
Student life
Life at university
Experience an exciting student life beyond your studies
We understand that you aren't just here for a degree, and that life outside of study is just as important.
It’s easy to immerse yourself in exciting opportunities and experiences at university, across Chichester, Bognor Regis, and along the South Coast.
Clubs and societies
There are over 40 student-led groups that offer you a fantastic way of making new friends with people with similar interests and passions.
Clubs and societies include:
Inclusive sport teams
LGBTQ+ society
Esports society
Environmental society
and many more!
Summer Ball
Our incredible Students' Union host a festival-style Summer Ball each year.
Clubs and Societies
What club and society will you be joining?
Welcome Week
Welcome Week
Relive the highlights of Welcome Week with students making new friends, exploring new societies at the Freshers Fair and blowing off some steam at the Students Union!
Our annual Welcome Week introduces you to student life with a schedule of exciting and friendly events during your first week at university.
Take part in inductions
Meet your lecturers
Settle into your accommodation
Meet new people
Explore the Freshers Fair
Sport and fitness
Whether you want to improve your health and wellbeing, enjoy social activity with friends, or represent your University, we have everything you need to enjoy your sport experience.
Facilities include:
Multi-court AstroTurf pitch
Outdoor and indoor pitches
Climbing walls
Fitness suite
Sports laboratories
Sports facilities
Professor Mike Lauder guides you through our excellent range os sport and fitness facilities on our historic Bishop Otter campus.
Music, Art and Culture
You can take advantage of local and University events and opportunities throughout your studies.
Close to Chichester Festival Theatre
Explore the historic Chichester Cathedral
Plenty of local galleries and museums
See amazing shows from our Dance and Conservatoire students
Hear from expert guest speakers
Living here
Our location
Get to know the local area
We know that choosing a university is a big decision, and you need to love where you live and study.
So below is our quick guide to the local area; the beautiful city, rolling countryside and stunning beaches.
Top things to do in Chichester
Chichester is a thriving city full of everything you would expect from city life.
It has everything you need – a cinema, bowling alley, park, shopping, theatre, bars and restaurants.
We are also lucky to be close to areas of outstanding natural beauty, including the South Downs National Park and our blue flag beach at West Wittering.
Top things to do in Bognor Regis
This famous seaside destination has a high street just a short walk from the beach front, with shops, pubs and restaurants.
Fancy a day at the beach? Bognor Regis has a sand and shingle beach which is 915 steps from the campus.
Other attractions include crazy golf, Picturedrome cinema, sailing, scuba diving, the BASE skatepark, local theatres and a nightclub on the pier.
Commuting to university
Being a commuter
Understand your options as a commuting student
You may prefer to or need to commute to university rather than stay in student accommodation.
With excellent public transport links, student parking rates, and on-campus bike storage, we welcome those commuting through a variety of means.
The Be You Podcast - Commuting to University
Hear from Matt as he reveals his experiences about commuting to university.
Cycling to university
Approximately 160 covered cycle spaces at the Bishop Otter campus in Chichester and 90 covered spaces at Bognor Regis.
No charge for cycles parked in these spaces.
Secure storage compounds at both campuses.
Free access to secure storage compounds on both campuses with your campus card.
Subsidised bus travel for students
Bus stops at both campuses.
Subsidised travel on applicable Stagecoach buses.
Travelling by bus helps reduce local congestion and air pollution.
Parking your car on campus
Students who live outside the exclusion zone (1.5 miles radius from their main campus) will be eligible to park on campus.
Parking currently costs £1.45 per day for students, with income going towards the implementation of the University's Sustainable travel plan.
See more about parking
Learn more about commuting to our campuses
You can find out more about travelling to either of our campuses on our
How to Find Us page
.
Support services
Supporting our students
Listening, advising and offering a range of professional services
The University of Chichester has an outstanding reputation for student satisfaction and retention, and one of the key underlying factors is the excellence of our support services.
As a student, you could benefit from specific types of support, such as:
Helping to sort out your finances
Understand your future career options
Managing a disability
Looking after your health
Getting through a tough period
Planning your future
Mental Health and Wellbeing Services
Hear more about how our student support team can help you
Careers and Employability Support
Our friendly and professional team of career experts are here to help you plan your future.
Find out more
Health and Wellbeing
Explore our advice and see the professional services you can access throughout your studies.
Find out more
Disability, Learning Difficulties and Medical Conditions
Hear how those with particular needs can access support throughout your time with us.
Find out more
International Student Support
The International Student Advisory Service are here to support our international students throughout their studies.
Find out more
Care Leavers
Find out about our Care Leavers Package and download our Care Leavers Guide.
Find out more
Chaplaincy
Learn more about the Chaplaincy, available to students of all faiths and none.
Find out more
Visit us
VIP Campus Tours
Our campus tours are led by our fantastic student ambassadors and allow you to see our beautiful campuses at your own pace.
You can:
Explore our campuses
Speak to our lecturers
Learn more about our facilities
Book a time that suits you
Get a feel for the University
Book a campus tour
Video tours
Chichester campus tour
Learn more about our historic Bishop Otter Campus
Bognor Regis campus tour
Take a virtual tour of our stunning Bognor Regis Campus
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Our campuses
Learn more about our Chichester and Bognor Regis campuses
Our campuses
Learn more about our Chichester and Bognor Regis campuses
Bishop Otter campus
Our historic campus set in the heart of the city of Chichester
Our Bishop Otter Campus in Chichester is set in beautiful surroundings with plenty of relaxing green space and a combination of attractive, historic buildings and excellent modern facilities.
Founded by Bishop of Chichester William Otter in 1839, the University still retains a strong sense of history as original parts still remain.
Chichester campus tour
Learn more about our historic Bishop Otter Campus
Learning Resource Centre
Conservatoire
Sport and fitness facilities
The ShowRoom Theatre
Learning Resource Centre
Conservatoire
Sport and fitness facilities
Nursing
The ShowRoom Theatre
The Chapel
Cloisters Lawn
Otters Restaurant
Dance studios
The City of Chichester
A historic city with a wealth of history and culture
Great train links to London
1.5 miles from South Downs National Park
Historic Chichester Cathedral from the 11th century
Plenty of bars, pubs and restaurants in the city centre
Thriving cultural scene with theatres, galleries and museums
Easily explore the local coastline of award-winning beaches
Brighton, Portsmouth and Southampton all under an hour away
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Bognor Regis campus
State-of-the-art facilities nestled on the south coast
Situated just five minutes from the sea, our Bognor Regis Campus boasts the flagship £35m Tech Park, which is home to our Engineering and Creative Industries departments.
In addition, we have beautiful Georgian architecture including three grand mansion houses amongst our other modern teaching facilities.
Bognor Regis campus tour
Take a virtual tour of our stunning Bognor Regis Campus
Learning Resource Centre
Performance spaces
Engineering and Mechanics labs
Digital technology and gaming suites
£35m Tech Park
Learning Resource Centre
Esports gaming suite
Motion capture and green-screen studio
Audio and music technologiy suite
Engineering and Design
3D Animation & VFX suites
Engineering and mechanics labs
Fine Art creative studios
Coastal learning
Learn by the stunning southern coastline
Flagship £35m Tech Park building
915 steps to the beach (we counted!)
Historic 100-year-old Picturedrome Cinema
Thriving local water sports and diving scene
Array of emerging independent shops and boutiques
Plenty of bars, pubs and restaurants in the town centre
Vibrant cultural scene with theatre, exhibitions and live music
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