Clearing 2026: Taking a chance through Clearing led me to the career I love
"My time at Bedfordshire has shaped me in more ways than one”
A University of Bedfordshire graduate has spoken about how taking a chance through Clearing helped her begin a career she is passionate about.
Still considering your next steps? Clearing could be your route to finding the right course and starting your own university journey. The University of Bedfordshire is accepting applications until early October, and the team is available to support you at every stage. Call 0300 3300 073 or visit www.beds.ac.uk/clearing to explore your options.
After joining the University of Bedfordshire through Clearing, Blaithin Donnelly studied Sports Therapy and Rehabilitation, graduating in 2025. She is now working as a Sports Massage and Rehabilitation Therapist and says her degree has given her the knowledge and understanding of the human body needed to support clients in her chosen career.
Blaithin said: "My time at Bedfordshire has shaped me in more ways than one. Moving from my little hometown to a place where I knew nobody and thriving continuously has given me the confidence to talk to people I don’t know, get to know clients at my own practice, and be comfortable in sharing my own opportunities/experiences to make others more comfortable in their own situations.
"I am now a Sports Massage and Rehabilitation Therapist. My degree has prepared me through knowledge and understanding of the human body and rehabilitation for the body. It has also helped me with my confidence in talking to people and asking the needed questions to achieve what is necessary. It has also helped me to connect with people and allow them to level of comfort to talk to me about things that they don’t necessarily talk about with anyone at home in fear of judgement.
As I work with therapists of all variations, I am always learning from them, and they are also learning from me at the same time. I have met so many lovely, talented people who are always willing to teach and answer any questions I have which has proven that there is always someone to help when it is needed."
For more information about applying to the University of Bedfordshire via Clearing visit www.beds.ac.uk/clearing or call the Admissions team on 0300 3300 073.