Application process
From application to enrolment - the application process explained
While leaving school to go to college can feel daunting, our admissions team are here to make that journey as easy as possible.
Our full-time application process
1
Decide what you want to do
Think about what you enjoy, but also what you want to do in the future. What is your dream career and what course will help you get there?
Have a look through our courses and see what inspires you.
2
Attend an open event
Open events are a great opportunity to meet our staff and visit our campuses. Even if you don’t know what you want to do yet, and open event will help you decide.
We have four open events at each of our campuses between October and May. Please see our event pages on our website for dates and how to register.
3
Fill out an application form
You need to find the course you want to apply for on our website, and hit the apply now button on that page.
If you need any help or support, please contact our Admissions team.
There is no deadline for applications, but we recommend you submit before February half term.
4
Interview and offer
Some of our courses require an interview. If you need to have an interview, you will receive your conditional offer after this. If you want to discuss this offer or change your course, please contact our admissions team.
5
Receive your enrolment pack (July)
You will receive an enrolment pack in July with details of your enrolment appointment. At your enrolment appointment you will officially become a WCUC student.
6
Attend enrolment (August)
Your enrolment appointment will be in the days following your GCSE results and will be your opportunity to meet with your teaching staff and confirm your course choice and start date.
Do not worry if you have not achieved the grades you were expecting or you want to change your course. Attend your enrolment appointment and talk to your staff who will be able to help you.
Ready to start your journey?
Frequently asked questions
You probably have loads of questions you would like to ask us, whether its about you interview, funding, enrolment or start of term.
Head over to our FAQs page to find out more about the application process.
Contact Us
If you have any other questions or would simply like to speak to someone about your application, get in touch with our admissions team using the details below.