What Happens Next

Once you’ve applied, you’ll be given an appointment for your First Course Discussion so we can get to know you, understand your ambitions and help you take the first steps towards where you want to go.

You’ll receive regular updates by email, including a monthly applicant newsletter. To make sure you don’t miss anything important, please let us know if any of your contact details change. Key updates will also be shared on our website, and you can ask questions at any time through CEDAR, our contact our Admissions Team.

Looking Ahead to Enrolment

In July, you’ll receive an enrolment pack in the post, including your enrolment appointment and everything you need to prepare for joining us.

Throughout your application journey, we’re here to help you Belong to our caring, supportive community and feel confident about your next steps. And once you’re with us, we’ll work with you to go Beyond – developing the skills, experiences and aspirations that will shape your future.

Frequently Asked Questions

In June we welcome applicants to our annual Get Informed taster day designed to give applicants a taste of college life.

Absolutely. We recommend speaking to your school’s careers adviser, who can offer personalised advice and guidance to help you explore your options.

You can also start discovering what might be right for you by exploring our website. You’ll find course guides for every subject we offer, as well as information about our outstanding facilities, support services and student enrichment opportunities and much more! If you’re still unsure, try our profile quiz – it’s designed to help undecided students uncover courses and career paths that match their interests.

We recommend speaking to your tutor or head of year at school to see if they can provide your predicted grades. If you have an idea of the grades you’re likely to achieve, you can enter these on your application. If not, you can leave this section blank – don’t worry. We’ll talk it through with you during your First Course Discussion.

You will have a number of opportunities to add and/or change your course choices. You don’t have to make your final decision until your enrolment appointment in August. To add/change your course choices please message us on CEDAR, our contact our Admissions Team.

All applicants will receive their allocated First Course Discussion appointment via e-mail and through the post. If you are unable to attend your allocated appointment, please call Admissions on 01782 854221 or contact our Admissions Team to rebook on a date that suits you best.

We will get in touch with you if you miss your First Course Discussion, if you haven’t heard from us then please get in touch.

If you are experiencing trouble logging in, please get in touch with our friendly Admissions Team who will be happy to help with your query or call 01782 854221.

Please make the College aware of any changes to your personal or emergency contact details including home addresses, email addresses and contact numbers. To do this please message us on CEDAR or email our Admissions Team.

Students who do not pass GCSE Maths or GCSE English will be enrolled on the subject they did not pass alongside their other course choices. 

We also offer a Level 3 Foundation Programme for students who achieve 2 GCSEs at Grade 4 or above but do not have enough GCSEs to start a Level 3 programme immediately. Students can then progress to Level 3 the following year, subject to achieving Grade 4 or above in their GCSEs.

When you come to your enrolment appointment, you will have the chance to discuss your results and your course choices with a member of the interview team. If they feel your grades indicate that you wouldn’t be able to cope with your preferred courses, they will try to offer you alternatives that will enable you to progress successfully.

Please click here to find more information about Financial Support.

Open Events

This is your last chance to explore a wide range of courses, discover exciting enrichment opportunities, learn about our vibrant clubs and societies, and get answers to any questions about your application. It’s the perfect opportunity to gather valuable information and make informed decisions about your next steps.

Keep in Touch

Have a question? Please contact our friendly Admissions Team or call 01782 854 221. We’d love to hear from you!

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