Can I get a Science place through Clearing 2026?

Very likely. We track 2,243 undergraduate science courses across UK universities with published entry points, and universities routinely accept applicants through Clearing at or below those points. Use the grade checker to see courses that match your results.

What UCAS points do I need for Science in Clearing?

It varies widely. 1,163 of the courses we track publish typical offers at CCC (96 UCAS points) or below, and many universities accept a grade or two lower than the published offer during Clearing.

Which universities have the most Science courses?

Nottingham Trent University, Aberystwyth University, University of Essex list the most undergraduate science courses in our data. Course counts are not vacancy guarantees — ring the university's Clearing hotline to confirm places.

How do I apply through Clearing?

Call the university first — do not add a Clearing choice on UCAS until they have made you a verbal offer. Have your UCAS ID, results and a one-line reason you want the course ready before you ring.

Science courses in Clearing 2026

2,243 undergraduate science courses across UK universities with published entry points — sorted by student satisfaction and graduate salary, not by who paid for the slot. Biology, chemistry, physics, maths, geography, environmental science.

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Typical entry points

Number of courses available at-or-below each UCAS points threshold. In clearing, universities often accept one to two grades below their published offer.

Grade combination	UCAS points	Courses at or below
CCC	96 pts	1,163
BBC	112 pts	2,016
ABB	128 pts	2,232
AAA	144 pts	2,242
AAA	160 pts	2,242
AAA*	168 pts	2,242

Universities with the most science courses

Course counts are not vacancy guarantees — ring the university's clearing line to confirm places.

Top science courses in clearing

2,242 courses match — showing the top 24 by student satisfaction.

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Applied Bioscience and Zoology

University of the West of Scotland

BSc (Hons) ·Full-time ·4 Years ·Paisley

Typical offer: CCC
Satisfaction: 97%

Forensic & Applied Biology

University of Worcester

BSc (Hons) ·Full-time ·3 Years ·Worcester

Typical offer: 96 pts
Satisfaction: 97%

Speech and Language Therapy

De Montfort University

BSc (Hons) ·Full-time ·3 Years ·Leicester

Typical offer: 128 pts
Satisfaction: 96%
Grad salary: £28,000

Football Studies

Southampton, Solent University

BSc (Hons) ·Full-time ·3 Years ·Southampton

Typical offer: See entry requirements
Satisfaction: 96%

Applied Bioscience

University of the West of Scotland

BSc (Hons) ·Full-time ·4 Years ·Paisley

Typical offer: CCC
Satisfaction: 96%

Chemistry

Keele University

BSc (Hons) ·Full-time ·3 Years ·Keele

Typical offer: BBC
Satisfaction: 95%
Grad salary: £23,500

Chemistry with Foundation Year

Keele University

MChem ·Full-time including foundation year ·5 Years ·Keele

Typical offer: See entry requirements
Satisfaction: 95%
Grad salary: £23,500

Chemistry with Medicinal Chemistry

Keele University

BSc (Hons) ·Full-time ·3 Years ·Keele

Typical offer: BBC
Satisfaction: 95%
Grad salary: £23,500

Chemistry with Medicinal Chemistry with Foundation Year

Keele University

MChem ·Full-time including foundation year ·5 Years ·Keele

Typical offer: See entry requirements
Satisfaction: 95%

Biology

Liverpool John Moores University

BSc (Hons) ·Full-time ·3 Years ·Liverpool

Typical offer: BCC - BBC
Satisfaction: 95%
Grad salary: £23,000

Sport and Exercise Therapy

University of Lincoln

BSc (Hons) ·Full-time ·3 Years ·Lincoln

Typical offer: See entry requirements
Satisfaction: 95%
Grad salary: £26,000

Sport and Exercise Science (with Foundation Year)

University of Northampton

BSc (Hons) ·Full-time ·4 Years ·Northampton

Typical offer: DEE - DD
Satisfaction: 95%
Grad salary: £24,500

Sport Coaching (with Foundation Year)

University of Northampton

BSc (Hons) ·Full-time including foundation year ·4 Years ·Northampton

Typical offer: DEE - DD
Satisfaction: 95%
Grad salary: £24,500

Operating Department Practice

Edge Hill University

BSc (Hons) ·Full-time ·3 Years ·Ormskirk

Typical offer: BCC - BBC
Satisfaction: 95%
Grad salary: £28,000

Forensic Science

University of Central Lancashire

BSc (Hons) ·Full-time ·3 Years ·Preston

Typical offer: See entry requirements
Satisfaction: 95%
Grad salary: £24,000

Forensic Science and Criminal Investigation

University of Central Lancashire

BSc (Hons) ·Full-time ·3 Years ·Preston

Typical offer: See entry requirements
Satisfaction: 95%
Grad salary: £24,000

Forensic Science (with Foundation Year)

University of Central Lancashire

BSc (Hons) ·Full-time ·4 Years ·Preston

Typical offer: See entry requirements
Satisfaction: 95%
Grad salary: £24,000

Physical Education and Sport

University of Lincoln

BSc (Hons) ·Full-time ·3 Years ·Lincoln

Typical offer: See entry requirements
Satisfaction: 94%
Grad salary: £26,000

Speech and Language Therapy

Leeds Beckett University

BSc (Hons) ·Full-time ·3 Years ·Leeds

Typical offer: 128 pts
Satisfaction: 94%
Grad salary: £28,000

Physical Education (Secondary QTS)

University of Chichester

BA (Hons) ·Full-time ·4 Years ·Chichester

Typical offer: BCC
Satisfaction: 94%
Grad salary: £28,000

Sports Coaching

Coventry University

BSc (Hons) ·Full-time ·3 Years ·Coventry

Typical offer: BBC
Satisfaction: 94%
Grad salary: £24,000

Sport Performance and Coaching HNC

Coventry University

HNC ·Full-time ·1 Year ·Coventry

Typical offer: 64 pts
Satisfaction: 94%

Sport and Exercise Therapy

Southampton, Solent University

BSc (Hons) ·Full-time ·3 Years ·Southampton

Typical offer: See entry requirements
Satisfaction: 94%

Paramedic Science

University of the West of Scotland

BSc ·Full-time ·3 Years ·Paisley

Typical offer: BCC
Satisfaction: 94%

Common questions about science in clearing

Can I get a Science place through Clearing 2026?: Very likely. We track 2,243 undergraduate science courses across UK universities with published entry points, and universities routinely accept applicants through Clearing at or below those points. Use the grade checker to see courses that match your results.
What UCAS points do I need for Science in Clearing?: It varies widely. 1,163 of the courses we track publish typical offers at CCC (96 UCAS points) or below, and many universities accept a grade or two lower than the published offer during Clearing.
Which universities have the most Science courses?: Nottingham Trent University, Aberystwyth University, University of Essex list the most undergraduate science courses in our data. Course counts are not vacancy guarantees — ring the university's Clearing hotline to confirm places.
How do I apply through Clearing?: Call the university first — do not add a Clearing choice on UCAS until they have made you a verbal offer. Have your UCAS ID, results and a one-line reason you want the course ready before you ring.

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