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Clearing success story: Heriot-Watt
Discover Olivia's experience of getting a place through Clearing to study at Heriot-Watt University.

What is your name?
Olivia Palmer.
What degree had you originally applied for, and at which institution?
Business and Management with study abroad at Durham University.
What degree are you now studying, and at which institution?
International Business Management at Heriot-Watt University.
Why did you enter Clearing?
I didn't get the required grades on results day.
What factors made you finally settle on the course you chose?
I had already looked a bit at Heriot Watt, and knew it was good for business and had good rankings. It was also an International Business degree with opportunities to go abroad that drew me in.
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- Studying Business and Management
Did you attend an open day and, if so, how was it?
I did not attend.
Did you find accommodation easily through Clearing?
Yes I got the accommodation i wanted straight away.
Have you enjoyed your course and time at university so far?
Yes, I have really enjoyed my time at Heriot Watt, it all worked out well in the end!
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