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School Leavers

Are you a young person who is about to leave, or has recently left school?

Based in the heart of North Yorkshire, Selby College provides a wealth of academic, vocational and professional opportunities for learners aged 15 right up to 70+.

Since the College was established in 1984, we have invested over £35m in our facilities and today our College is home to an automated Engineering facility which boasts the latest industry 4.0 equipment, state-of-the-art construction facilities, a high-tech IT laboratory and industry-standard beauty salons.

Which path will you take?

Sixth Form

Our Sixth Form provides a stepping stone between school and university.

T Levels

T Levels combine classroom theory, practical learning and an industry placement.

Vocational Courses

If you have a specific career in mind, or prefer practical ways of learning.

Apprenticeships

Combine on-the-job training in the workplace with an employer and study at College.

Foundation Learning

A mix of vocational study, tasters and English and maths.

Careers Explorer

Find a job by sector or find careers based on your interests.

Study Programme

Support

You’ll have personal and group tutorials (called Goals) with your tutors, as well as further support from our highly skilled and dedicated team as needed.

Study Programme

Work Experience Placements

Every student at College has the opportunity to undertake meaningful work experience activities during their time at College.

Study Programme

NAVIGATE

Activities and experiences to develop skills through trips, visits, guest speakers, volunteering, enrichment, clubs and societies.

Study Programme

English & Maths

You’ll continue to study English and maths until you achieve a GCSE 9-4. This will be timetabled to fit in alongside your course.

School Leaver Courses

  • Alternative Provisions
  • Animal Care
  • Art, Design & Photography
  • Business & Management
  • Childcare, Early Years & Childhood Studies
  • Computing
  • Construction
  • Digital Industries
  • Engineering
  • English & Humanities
  • Film, Media & Television
  • Foundation Learning
  • Hair & Beauty
  • Health, Social Care & Wellbeing
  • Maths & Science
  • Other
  • Performing Arts
  • Public Services
  • Social Sciences
  • Sport
  • Travel & Tourism

Alternative Curriculum

Start Date: September, October or January

Level 1 Introduction to Animal Care

Start Date: September

Level 2 Practical Animal Care

Start Date: September

A Level Art & Design (Photography & Art)

Start Date: September

Level 1 Art, Design & Media

Start Date: September

Level 2 Art & Design

Start Date: September

Level 3 Art & Design

Start Date: September

Level 1 Computing & Digital Design

Start Date: September

Level 2 Computing & IT

Start Date: September

T Level Digital Software Development

Start Date: September

A Level - English Literature

Start Date: September

A Level English Language

Start Date: September

A Level Geography

Start Date: September

A Level History

Start Date: September

A Level Law

Start Date: September

AAQ in Health and Social Care

Start Date: September

Level 1 Health & Social Care

Start Date: September

Level 2 Health & Social Care

Start Date: September

Level 3 Technical Social Care

Start Date: September

T Level Health

Start Date: September

A Level - Mathematics

Start Date: September

A Level Biology

Start Date: September

A Level Chemistry

Start Date: September

A Level Further Mathematics

Start Date: September

A Level Physics

Start Date: September

AAQ in Applied Science

Start Date: September 2026

AAQ in Medical Science

Start Date: September

Level 3 Certificate in Core Maths

Start Date: September

Extended Project Qualification (EPQ)

Start Date: September

A Level Psychology

Start Date: September

A Level Sociology

Start Date: September

Level 3 Certificate/Diploma in Criminology

Start Date: September

Selby College Facilities

Study Areas

The College has study pods where our students can study independently or with friends in their own time. These are designed to be sound dampening so students can work peacefully.

Selby College Facilities

Enrichment Activities

When students want to wind down and enjoy their lunch breaks, they have access to multiple enrichment activities including the College's very own pool table.

Selby College Facilities

Support Services

As a College, we take pride in our student support services. Our reception welcomes student queries all day round.

Selby College Facilities

On-site Starbucks

At Selby College, there is a coffee shop on the first floor serving hot and cold food and drinks, including Starbucks coffee, for students and staff. There is also a large seating area for students to enjoy their food and drink, socialise and study.

Selby College Facilities

Green Spaces

The College is proud of all the green space it has on campus where students can enjoy the outdoors during their breaks.

School Leaver Prospectus

Meet Our Students

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My advice to future students would be that you get out what you put in at College, so work hard and ask for help when you need it.

Lewis

Health, Social Care & Wellbeing

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During my time at Selby College, I've gained organisational skills and learned how to professionally set up art exhibitions.

Ebony

Art, Design & Photography

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I was able to get top grades in my course as it fit my learning style really well. I would recommend this course to students who prefer coursework to exams.

Oliver

Media

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I studied Travel and Tourism at Selby College because my dream is to work in aviation, to travel the world and see lots of different places.

Enija

Travel & Tourism

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I've decided to stay at Selby College to study for my HNC, as the atmosphere is good for learning and the tutors are always there to support me.

Matthew

Engineering

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I was grateful that my tutors on this course all had real industry experience and lots of knowledge they could pass on to me.

Ellis

Engineering

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I’m so happy with my results, this is all I’ve ever wanted and I’m glad that my hard work has paid off.

Nancie

Chemistry, Maths, Further Maths, History

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I have gained a good breadth of knowledge at College, and developed skills that will help me when I go to Newcastle University to study Chemistry.

Molly

Biology, Chemistry, English Language

Careers Explorer

Explore careers information and find out what a job involves and if it’s right for you.

Take a virtual tour of the College

Enrichment

We make our courses varied and interesting by packing in extra activities and opportunities.

Learn more about enrichment

Student Support

Our support services are second to none and we are here to help you succeed.

Learn about our Support Services

Apply Now

Course applications can be made through our website or by a paper application.

Learn how to apply