Courses for School Leavers (16-18 year olds)

Choosing your college might be one of the biggest decisions you've made so far. You might have an idea of what you want to do, or you might have no clue which career path is right for you.

If you're unsure about your options after Year 11, don’t worry, you can talk to the College’s Information, Advice and Guidance Team. Every secondary school in Barnsley – and many in Wakefield, Sheffield, and Rotherham – has a named advisor who works in College but supports students from those schools. To contact your school’s liaison, visit our School and Colleges Liaison Team page.

We put you, the student, at the heart of everything we do. We offer all students excellent teaching, access to state-of-the-art campuses which are equipped with latest facilities. We also have strong relationships with employers in region who support our students to gain insight into real working environments, learning first-hand about the sector they want to progress higher-level qualifications in or secure a job in the future.

There’s never been a better time to join Barnsley College. Whether you’re a chef with a passion to cook up a tasty creation, a computer whizz or someone looking to turn a piece of fabric into a piece of haute couture, then we're sure we have the course for you.