I was stunned by how helpful Loughborough were throughout the whole clearing process; I couldn't have asked for a better experience. At the end of a very flustered call on results day, I asked if I could drive over that afternoon to have a look around campus. I was told that I was very welcome, and was even put in contact with an academic (Rob, who is now one of my lecturers) who was amazing. He dropped everything to show me and my dad around the whole department and campus.

Being only one mark away from securing my first (and only) choice, I had applied for a remark, so waiting for that and going through the clearing process was really stressful. I kept facing dilemmas as offers were expiring and the remark was taking forever. Talking it through with friends and family, as well as making pros and cons lists certainly helped rationalise things. Most importantly, speaking to people from the university was what really made a difference.

Organising accommodation was really simple. I thought there would be barely any options left, but there were loads from cheaper offerings to more expensive, shared bathrooms, ensuites, etc. My student digs worked out nicely in the end, and I’d recommend finding out where your lectures are and choosing a hall which is close by - you’ll appreciate the extra lie-in when you have a 9 am!