Surrey student experience

Current students share their thoughts on planning for university, student life and what it’s like to study at the University of Surrey.

My Clearing Story – Business at Surrey

My name is Elizabeth, I’m Ukrainian and I am currently studying International Business Management at the University of Surrey. I was offered a place at Surrey through Clearing as I had missed my grades to go to my first choice university. Although at first I was upset and didn’t know what to do, I ended […]


Top tips for navigating Clearing

Why I chose Surrey I entered Clearing after marginally missing out on my place at another university. Although I was offered four three-year bachelor’s courses through Clearing, I decided to choose Surrey which offered me a four-year degree with a foundation year to study nursing. I had never previously looked at or considered Surrey as […]


3 Steps to Clearing: What You Need to Know

So you’re going into Clearing, and maybe you are unsure what to do. Don’t worry, Surrey is here to help with this handy guide and video.  Don’t PanicClearing gives you a great opportunity to identify a university that works for you academically and personally. Take a look at what a university can offer you. For example, Surrey is ranked 11th in the […]


Places to go on campus and in Guildford

Guildford is such a great town to live in, it’s got a little bit of everything. Whether you’re into history, outdoor spaces, or fun things to do, you’ll definitely find something to enjoy here. Plus, it’s only a 30-minute train to London Waterloo, so if you fancy a day in the city or heading to […]


My Clearing Story – Nursing at Surrey

I got a place at the University of Surrey via clearing after missing my place at another university by one grade. I remember the morning of results day being a bit of a whirlwind – calling and securing offers from five different universities! Although I had been offered places on four, three-year bachelor’s courses, I […]


How to prepare for Results Day

I remember thinking Results Day seemed like a dark cloud looming over all the fun of post-exam freedom and an extra long summer: but this was far from the case. It’s a day to celebrate and recognise all your hard work and revision from the previous months, because, regardless of your grades you’ve worked seriously […]


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