How to Apply

College 16-18

We are still accepting applications for students wishing to start in September 2022.

Choose from a wide range of courses across all levels designed to help you achieve and fulfil your potential.

Download our Essential Guide

We are still accepting applications for students wishing to start in September 2022.

You can apply either online, by clicking on the blue APPLY button, found at the bottom of your chosen course page or alternatively, you can download and print the application form:

Download Application Form

Please return the completed form via email here

To enable us to keep the process quick and simple it’s important that ALL sections of the application form are completed clearly to avoid any unnecessary delay. Your predicted grades, existing qualifications and your referee information is very important as without it, we cannot process your application.

Once your application has been received we’ll let you know, usually by text or email.

We will then contact you to confirm if your application is successful.

 

 

Tel: 01484 437070

Adult Learners 19+

Whatever your motivation to learn, we offer a huge variety of courses and the practical support to help you achieve your goal.

Whether you are returning to college or this is your first college experience, we’re here to support you. If you’d like to know more about a specific course, how to apply or when the next one will run, please contact our Information team at info@kirkleescolleage.ac.uk who will be happy to guide you through the process.

 

Some courses will have an application form, while others can be booked and paid for on our website through the online store.

 

More information can be found on the individual course page or in our adult’s course guide. If you need any information or help with paying course fees, email our Financial Support team

If you are interested in one of the following adult courses please apply online,  if you are unable to do this you will need to download and complete the following part-time application form.

  • Children and Young People’s Workforce
  • Counselling Level 2, 3 and 4
  • Cover supervision of pupils in schools
  • Early Years Educator
  • Supporting Teaching and Learning in schools
  • Teaching and Training qualifications

Higher Skills

We are still accepting applications for students wishing to start in September 2022.

Taking responsibility for own success as you escalate your learning to the next level and advance towards your future.

We are still accepting applications for students wishing to start in September 2022.

You can download and print the application form here

Please return the form via email

To enable us to keep the process quick and simple it’s important that all sections of the application form are completed clearly to avoid any unnecessary delay. Your predicted grades, existing qualifications and your referee information is very important as without it, we cannot process your application.

We will acknowledge receipt of your application, usually via text and/or email. We will then contact you to confirm if your application is successful.

 

Tel: 01484 437070 

Apprentices

The perfect platform to kick start your career in your chosen field, earning a wage as you gain first-hand work experience whilst you learn.

Applying for an Apprenticeship can be confusing, to make it easier for you, we have broken it down into the possible routes below:


Apply direct to the College 

There are three ways to apply for one of our Apprenticeships:


  1. online,
  2. use the college application form or,
  3. via your schools UCAS Progress.

You will go through the same assessment/interview process as our full-time students. If the Learning Assessment Officer thinks that you are suitable for an Apprenticeship, they will make you a ‘conditional’ offer.

A ‘conditional’ offer means that you will need to meet the entry criteria for the course outlined in the prospectus, plus you will be required to find suitable employment before your course starts. You can’t start an Apprenticeship without an employer.


Apply direct to an Employer 

Some companies advertise their own vacancies, so it is useful to keep an eye on the local press and talk to your career advisers. You will apply directly to the company and go through their interview process. This will still include an interview with a college Learning Assessment Officer to check you can complete the course.

The College has strong links with successful, local employers across varying industries who support and actively hire apprentices. Once you have received your offer, our Learning Assessment Officers will work with you to secure suitable employment.

They will help you create a strong CV which we’ll forward to potential employers and although we strongly encourage you to look for roles yourself, we will keep you up to date with current vacancies and support you to arrange and prepare for interviews.

Although we’re always here to help, it’s important that you develop your own skills. A good CV is key to helping you get an interview, now and in the future. Here are some excellent links that can help If you are struggling: click here for help and tips or click the link for the National Careers Service.

Once you’ve decided on the course you wish to study the next step is to apply for a place with us. Our courses have different application methods, please check below.

How to use our Online Application

You will need to complete the online application in one go. You can’t save the application and then continue at a later date.

You need to have the following information to hand before you start your application:  

  •  Full address, including postcode  
  • An email address we can use to communicate with you 
  • A contact telephone number 
  • Any additional learning support you may need 
  • Your predicted or actual qualifications, subjects and grades  
  • Someone that you can put down as a reference and their contact details (please note we do not accept references from family members) 

Please ensure you complete all sections of the application form. If information is missing or incomplete, it may delay your application.

 

Once you have completed the application, you will be directed to a screen that shows you have completed. Once our Applications team has received it, you will receive an email acknowledgement.  

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Full-Time Courses, Apprenticeships and Higher Education 

You can apply for your chosen course online by clicking the ‘Apply’ button. The ‘Apply’ button is located below the course overview on the relevant course page.

This will open up the online application form, where you will be able to follow the on-screen instructions to complete and submit your application.

Please ensure you complete all sections of the application form. If information is missing or incomplete, it may delay your application.

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Part-Time Courses

Some part-time courses require you to apply online – you can do this by clicking the ‘Apply’ button. The ‘Apply’ button is located below the course overview on the relevant course page.

This will open up the online application form, where you will be able to follow the on-screen instructions to complete and submit your application.

Please ensure you complete all sections of the application form. If information is missing or incomplete it may delay your application.

If there is no ‘Apply’ button present, then please contact our information team regarding how to apply for the course.

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Get in touch

If you wish to talk through the process, have any questions or would prefer to complete a paper application form, then please contact our information team who will be happy to help.