Congratulations on securing your place at Teesside University through Clearing! Take a moment to celebrate — an exciting new chapter is about to begin.
In this blog, we’ll guide you through what happens next after securing your place through Clearing — from student finance and enrolment to sorting your accommodation.
Enrolment
Once you’ve accepted your offer with us, you’ll receive an email from our IT team with instructions on how to set up your university account. This is your first step—and it’s essential to complete before accessing any other university services.
After your IT account is up and running, you’ll be invited via email to complete your online registration. Simply log into your student portal and follow the step-by-step guide. You’ll be asked to upload a valid form of ID and a recent passport-style photo for your university ID card.
Finally, don’t forget to update your Student Support Number in the portal. This allows us to confirm your enrolment with Student Finance England, helping to ensure your funding is processed smoothly.
Accommodation
Our low-cost on-campus accommodation is modern, safe, and just a short walk from everything you’ll need. We have a limited number of spaces for students accepted through Clearing, with prices starting from £100 a week. Be quick as they’re offered on a first come, first served basis.
You must firmly accept a conditional or unconditional offer on your course before you apply for your accommodation. You will be sent an e-mail to the address on your UCAS or application form giving you details of how to set up your university account and how to apply for accommodation. This will then allow you to apply.
We’ll then email you through your university account with a formal offer of your hall and room allocation. You must accept or reject the offer within 7 days. If you accept, you’ll need to pay £150 deposit when you confirm your acceptance and arrange your rent payments – the deposit is refundable if you don’t take up your course place and if let us know more than 10 working days in advance.
Student finance
You can apply for Student Finance online through the official Student Finance website. You’ll need to create an account, complete the application form, and provide any required documents. Apply as early as possible to avoid delays in receiving your funding. You’ll be given a Student Support Number which you need to upload into your University portal.
If you didn’t originally plan to study at Teesside, you’ll need to log in to your Student Finance account and notify them of any changes to your course or University.
Apply for Student Finance or log in and change your details.
Student support
We offer dedicated support for students with a wide range of needs, including those who are visually or hearing impaired, wheelchair users, individuals with mobility challenges, medical conditions, autism, mental health conditions, or specific learning difficulties such as dyslexia. If you require any support, please contact us as early as possible so we can make sure everything is in place for you.
Find out more about our Disability services
Scholarships and bursaries
We’re committed to supporting our students every step of the way and if the cost of living is holding you back on your university journey, we understand. That’s why we offer a wide range of scholarships and bursaries to help ease the cost of your studies. Many of these are awarded automatically, so if you’re eligible, there’s no need to apply, you’ll receive the support without any extra steps.
Find out more about our scholarships and bursaries for UK students.
Find out more about our scholarships and bursaries for International students.
On campus work- earn whilst you learn
Looking to boost your income while studying? Whether you become a student ambassador or find flexible roles through our inhouse recruitment agency, you’ll gain valuable skills, and extra cash, without compromising your studies.
Welcome Week
Also known as Induction Week or Freshers’ Week, this is your chance to discover everything Teesside University has to offer.
During your course induction, you’ll meet your tutors, get an overview of the modules you’ll be studying, and learn how and where to submit your assignments. It’s also a great opportunity to connect with your course mates and hear from the Library team about the support and resources available to help you succeed in your studies.
Don’t miss the Freshers’ Fair at the Students’ Union! Explore a wide range of clubs and societies, grab some freebies, and meet your SU reps who are here to support you throughout your university journey.
