THE University of Winchester is making its final preparations for Clearing 2008 as the A'Level results are released this Thursday (August 14).

There is a range of Bachelor Honours (BA/BSc) and DipHE (Diploma of Higher Education) programmes available at Winchester. Most subjects can be studied full-time or part-time and it is possible to choose two subjects of interest within their combined honours framework.

Professor Elizabeth Stuart, pro vice-chancellor of the University of Winchester, said: "Whether you are in clearing because your study options have changed or because you are a late applicant, the University of Winchester is happy to meet you and help you explore your options. We are a small, friendly but dynamic institution offering a range of courses designed to interest and inspire you as well as prepare you for an interesting life when you leave us."

For full details about clearing and programme availability at Winchester, students are advised to visit the website located at www.winchester.ac.uk and call the University of Winchester Clearing hotline on 01962 827234.

Clearing open days take place at the University of Winchester on Saturday, August 16 and Friday, August 22 from 10am till 2pm in The Stripe on the King Alfred Campus, Sparkford Road, Winchester.

The events provide an opportunity for students to find out more about the courses they are interested in, meet tutors explore the campus and discover what studying at Winchester is all about.