Mad scramble to reissue grades and swap university places after A-level chaos - but kids may be told to defer

STUDENTS are facing a mad scramble today to try and secure a place at their preferred university, apprenticeship or college after Gavin Williamson ripped up the A-level grades yesterday.

"Given the capacity issues caused by this unprecedented situation, we will have to ask some students whose offers have already been confirmed to defer for a year. Further information on this will be released over the coming days." However, he said that he had “no idea” about what to do with the thousands of applicants who were now able to claim their place.Credit: Press AssociationUniversity grades changes - what you need to knowIt will depend entirely on the university, but yes you should now be able to get a spot with your first choice if you now have the correct marks.

A spokesperson said: “In response to the announcements across the UK regarding the awarding of A levels, UCAS is now working with universities, colleges and schools to support students to understand their options and achieve their place in higher education.

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