With September fast approaching, it's time to finalise your future career plans and apply for the qualification that's going to help you achieve it!
If you haven't had chance to apply, don't panic. Even though September is getting close, you can still apply for all our qualifications.
We're here to support you with your application, your studies, and beyond. Here’s how to get the most out of the rest of your year:
1. Go for your career dreams
It’s time to make your dreams a reality. Simply let us know what your dream career is and we can show you how to get there.
Our A Levels, study programmes and Apprenticeships are matched to so many amazing careers and will help you get to where you want to be with the skills and experience you need to make sure you’re a success.
With hundreds of qualifications in more than 18 subject areas, from performing arts to policing, there’s no better place to start your career than at The Sheffield College. Why not visit our website to begin exploring the qualifications we have on offer?
2. We offer unique work experiences
As part of your study programme, you’ll get the opportunity to meet employers, ask them questions, take part in masterclasses and work on projects set by them. This year alone, design students have worked on rebranding projects with local agencies, catering students have taken part in specialist masterclasses with guest chefs and games design students have created games, animations and apps as part of a week-long work experience project.
We really do know how important experiences are. All students will take part in some career experience, whether that’s an industry taster or placement, or preparation for self-employment.
Our Employer Skills Academies provide exclusive opportunities to work with some of the best local and regional employers, in their own branded classrooms. Click here to have a look at some of the people we work with!
3. Embrace student life
There’s more to being a student than just studying!
As a student with us, you’ll be able to:
- attend Freshers’ Fair on the first week of term
- take advantage of student deals, discounts and offers
- meet like-minded people in one of our clubs or societies
- join our Students’ Union to campaign and influence on local, national and international issues that concern you and your student community
- get fit, take part in activities and compete for our sports teams
Visit our student life webpage to find out more.
4. Study in the best facilities around
You deserve to study in the very best facilities around. Facilities that look and operate just like those in real workplaces; that give you opportunities to train on state-of-the-art equipment and the chance to gain industry experience.
It’s because of our training kitchens, beauty salon, hospital ward, construction and engineering workshops, theatre, tv studio and more, that we’re confident in saying that we have the best facilities around.
We can't wait to invite you in to view our facilities in person, but in the meantime, why not use our virtual 360 tours to take a look around.
5. Access free training and support
We have a fantastic Student Support Team, who are always on hand to help you with any questions, concerns, or problems that you might face whilst at college.
Our Student Support Team are a dedicated team of experts who can help you with:
- funding your study programme
- travelling to college
- other financial costs (free college meals, course equipment, uniforms etc.)
- childcare
- your mental health and well-being
You can find out more about the support available here.
We also have a dedicated Careers Advice Service who will be on hand to help you achieve your dream career by providing guidance and resources, as well as hosting careers events throughout the year. The Careers Advice Team will also be on hand to advise you of any free training or courses that become available that could help further your career!
Next steps
We want to make achieving your career goals as simple as possible! This is your time, and this is your career.
To get started on your career journey, why not explore our subject area pages -
If you still have any questions, please contact our Admissions Team for further support:
Email: admissions@sheffcol.ac.uk
Telephone: 0114 260 2600
