Direct answer
The University of Northampton’s Clearing 2026 is open from 2 July. You can use it if you already have your exam results but hold no offers, did not meet your offer conditions, declined your firm place via UCAS Hub, or have not applied through UCAS this year. Contact the university by phone on 01604 214808 or complete the online form to discuss course availability. If you receive a verbal offer, you will get an email the same day. To accept, you must add the clearing choice in UCAS Hub (for existing UCAS applicants) or complete a Record of Prior Acceptance form (if you are not in UCAS). The final enrolment date is Monday 19 October 2026.
What Clearing 2026 covers at Northampton
Clearing at the University of Northampton runs annually, typically from July to October. For 2026, the university states you can apply from 2 July if you:
- already have your exam results but have no offers
- did not receive any offers, or none you wanted to accept
- did not meet the conditions of your offers
- have declined your firm place using the ‘decline my place’ button in UCAS Hub
- have not made any applications this year
Postgraduate courses are also available through Clearing, according to the official page.
Courses available and courses with restrictions
The official Clearing page states that most courses are available except for a few number-controlled professional health and education courses. The university lists subject hubs including Accounting and Finance, Business Management, Computer Science, Engineering, Law, Nursing and Midwifery, Psychology, and Sport Sciences. To confirm whether a specific course has vacancies, you must telephone the Clearing phone line. The page does not publish a live list of vacancies; availability is confirmed only during the call with a tutor.
How to apply through Clearing
If you are already in UCAS
Phone 01604 214808 with your UCAS ID number. A tutor from your chosen subject area will speak with you. If eligible, you receive a verbal offer immediately in most cases, followed by an offer email the same day. You then go to UCAS Hub, select ‘Add a clearing choice’ under Your Courses, enter the course code and institution code N38, and submit. This facility is available from 1pm on Results Day (13 August 2026) and from 10am for Scottish applicants on Results Day (4 August 2026). Early clearing applicants can accept offers between 10am on 4 August and 12pm on 7 August 2026.
If you are not in UCAS
Call 01604 214808. If suitable, you will receive an offer email containing a link to an online Record of Prior Acceptance (RPA) form. Complete and submit the RPA; the university will check your documents and confirm your place with UCAS. You can only make one RPA application. If you have already submitted an RPA to another university, Northampton will not be permitted to process yours. You then receive an official letter from UCAS and an email from the university about accommodation, module choice, and DBS/Occupational Health where applicable.
Releasing yourself from a firm choice
If you hold a firm unconditional place and no longer wish to attend, you can use the ‘decline my place’ button in UCAS Hub. This is available until 2 September 2026. If you hold a firm conditional place, you must speak to your current firm choice and then UCAS directly; you cannot do this until 1pm on Thursday 13 August. The university advises you to secure a clearing offer before releasing yourself from a firm place, as declining does not guarantee a place if you change your mind.
Guaranteed accommodation and no deposit
The University of Northampton guarantees a room in its halls of residence for all clearing applicants starting in September 2026 who apply and accept their room offer by the date provided in their accommodation offer. No upfront deposit is required when reserving a place. Eligibility criteria apply. Accommodation options include single and twin rooms with shared bathrooms or en-suites, all equipped with network access, WiFi, and 24-hour security. The earlier you accept your offer, the better your chance of securing a place in halls; spaces are limited. Information on how to apply for accommodation is sent after you have placed yourself in UCAS and been accepted through Clearing.
Student perks and the Northampton Employability Promise
The official page highlights several benefits for students joining in September: a free laptop at the beginning of the course (terms and conditions apply), access to the Northampton Employability Promise, and other student perks including trips and internships. These are listed as reasons to study at Northampton but are not part of the Clearing eligibility criteria.
Key dates and phone line hours
- Clearing opens: 2 July 2026
- General phone line: Monday–Thursday 9am–5pm, Friday 9am–4.30pm
- Results Day (13 August): lines open 8am–8pm
- 14 August: lines open 8am–7pm
- 15 August: lines open 9am–4pm
- Scottish Results Day (4 August): early clearing applicants can accept offers 10am–12pm on 7 August
- Final enrolment date: Monday 19 October 2026
- UCAS application fee: £28.50
What the official page does not confirm
The Clearing page does not publish a live vacancy list. Course availability must be checked by phone. It does not provide international fee status details, country-specific entry requirements, or English language proficiency thresholds. The page states that international applicants may experience exceptions to the same-day offer timeline, but does not specify processing times. Any international qualification equivalences require a separate check with the admissions team.
FAQ
What is the University of Northampton’s institution code for Clearing?
The institution code is N38. You will need this when adding a clearing choice in UCAS Hub.
Can I apply through Clearing if I haven’t used UCAS this year?
Yes. If you have not applied through UCAS this academic year, you can apply directly by calling 01604 214808. If suitable, you will receive an offer email with a link to a Record of Prior Acceptance (RPA) form. You can only submit one RPA application.
Do I need to pay a deposit for accommodation?
No. The university states that no upfront deposit is required when reserving a place in halls of residence for clearing applicants starting in September 2026.
How long does a Clearing decision take?
In most cases, the university can make a verbal offer instantly on the telephone. You will receive your offer email the same day. Exceptions include applications for advanced entry, international applicants, courses requiring an interview or portfolio, and queries about qualifications or previous study.
Can I change my course after receiving a Clearing offer?
If you want to swap to a different course at Northampton, you must email [email protected] with your UCAS ID number and the course change requested, using the subject line ‘Request for course change’. Acceptance depends on entry requirements and available places; an interview may be required.
What happens after I accept my Clearing offer?
Once confirmed, UCAS issues your official place letter. The university then sends information about accommodation, module choice, and DBS/Occupational Health clearance where applicable. You must submit any required qualifications and documents through your Applicant Portal.
Official sources
The information in this article is drawn entirely from the University of Northampton’s official Clearing 2026 page: Clearing 2026 | University of Northampton. For broader context on international study pathways, see our articles on Singapore private top-up degrees, the DS-160 visa form, typical agency fee ranges, and Australian health bachelor programmes.