See here for our experts' answers to some frequently asked questions on clearing

clearing@timesonline.co.uk

The day of reckoning is fast approaching, and you may be worrying that you have not got the grades needed to get into your dream course at your chosen university. Even if you haven't, all is not lost - you can still go to university this year via the clearing system. Last year, more than 38,000 students found a university place using this route.

Whether you missed your grades by the thinnest of margins, or your results were far from what you expected, our team of experts are on hand to answer your questions. On our panel are:

Choosing your five

We help you narrow down your choices to decide which universities to put on your form

Related Internet Links

• Good University Guide

• University league table

- Richard Broom, Admissions Co-ordinator at City University, London

- Christine Tyler, former Head of Eccles College in Salford and Colleges Consultant at the Association of School and College Leaders

- John O'Leary, Editor of The Times Good University Guide

Send your questions to clearing@timesonline.co.uk Our expert panel will provide answers over the next few days, which will be posted online.

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