Frequently Asked Questions

 The Clearing Visit will be an opportunity for you to:

• Meet with an academic member of staff from your chosen department
• Discuss any queries you may have with representatives from the following teams:
  • Student Recruitment & Widening Participation
  • Accommodation
  • Student Support
• Go on a guided campus tour with a student ambassador or member of staff (lasts approximately 60 minutes).
• View a selection of our accommodation options.

We suggest you allocate at least three hours for your visit so that you can meet with staff from your department, discuss your options and take a tour of the campus.

The Clearing Visit will run as follows:

Please arrive at Aberystwyth Arts Centre for the Clearing Visit Day. This is the main meeting point throughout the day. We recommend the following postcode if using a satnav: SY23 3DE.

The Arts Centre is in the middle of the Aberystwyth University campus. To get to us, turn off from the main road (Penglais Hill) and onto the campus. You will see the main University reception on your left, then follow the main route onto the campus. You will see the Hugh Owen Library on your left and the ‘Bell Tower’ up ahead. Keep following the road along, turn left at the mini-roundabout, and follow the road up a small hill to the visitor’s car park, which is on your left. You’ll be able to see the Arts Centre ahead of you at the very end of the road. Parking is free. 

Yes, free parking is available at the Clearing Visit Days. 

When you approach Aberystwyth by road, you will see signs directing you to Aberystwyth University; these will lead you to Penglais Campus. Look out for the bright yellow square signs containing a picture of a mortarboard (academic cap). This will take you to the reception area on campus.

Car Parking is available free of charge right outside the Arts Centre.  See car park P13 & P14 on page 1 of this map.

There are regular train services to Aberystwyth. Please refer to the National Rail Enquiries website for train times and route options. Aberystwyth Railway Station is situated in the town centre, adjacent to the Bus Station and Taxi rank.

Once at the station, take a taxi to Aberystwyth Arts Centre, Penglais Campus.  

As a Clearing Visitor, you can claim up to a maximum of £65.00 based on the distance of a one-way journey between your home postcode and a specified university postcode. The online expenses claim form will be shared with you following your visit.

We are delighted to offer one free nights' accommodation for you (the applicant) and one parent/guardian at our accommodation in Fferm Penglais for the following nights: Friday 14, Saturday 15 and Sunday 16 August 2026.

You are welcome to book additional guests and/or nights charged at £49.50 +VAT per person, per night.

For more information and to book your accommodation, please contact events@aber.ac.uk.  

Yes, as part of your Clearing Visit, we will arrange for you to meet an academic from your chosen department, so you can discuss the course and see the department.

If you can't make it or wish to cancel your Clearing Visit Day, please let us know via email: clearing@aber.ac.uk

If you would still like to visit us on campus, please contact the Campus Tours team at campustours@aber.ac.uk to enquire about availability and booking onto one of our Campus Tours. Our team will be happy to advise you on upcoming tour dates and assist with any questions you may have regarding your visit.

This is a walking tour around Penglais Campus, and you will have the opportunity to see inside the following facilities: 

• Hugh Owen Library
• Iris De Freitas Study Space, Hugh Owen Building
  
• Arts Centre
• Sport Centre
• Some accommodation options

The Campus Tour lasts approximately 60 minutes and is a great opportunity for you to get a feel for the University location and surrounding area. 

The Campus Tours will be led by one of our trained Student Ambassadors or member of staff. This would be the perfect opportunity for you to ask questions about the course(s) they are studying, what it’s like to be a student in Aberystwyth, what the town is like and much more. 

The Campus Tour is a walking tour and the campus itself is located on a hill so we would advise all attendees to bring suitable footwear and be prepared for all weather. 

You’ll have the opportunity to see some of our accommodation options during your visit.

Find more information on what types of accommodation we have available here.

Yes, you’ll be able to see our on-campus sports facilities, including inside the Sports Centre. While not all of our facilities are located on campus, you can explore the full range of our facilities here.