How do I apply?

Students in Science LessonPartner Schools

Our College Information Mornings are on 26th November 2011 and 14th January 2012 they will also be advertised in the local press.

Our Partner Schools are:

  • Failsworth
  • Hathershaw
  • Hollingworth BEC
  • Manchester Creative and Media Academy for Girls
  • Middleton Technology College
  • Newman RC College
  • The Oasis Academy Oldham
  • Oldham Academy North
  • Royton & Crompton
  • Saddleworth
  • The Radclyffe
  • Waterhead Academy

If you attend one of these schools, the application procedure is as follows:

  • Prospectuses will be distributed to your school in October 2011.
  • You will receive visits from College staff during the school year 2011/12
  • Representatives from College will attend Year 11 Parents’ Evenings
  • You and your parents will be invited to attend our Information Mornings.
  • Application Forms are obtained, completed and handed in at school during the half term after the Christmas holiday.
  • Interviews are held at your school.
  • You will be notified of the outcome of your application at the interview.  Some students may be interviewed twice by College tutors.
  • Student enrolment and induction will take place in August 2012 after GCSE results.

Non-Partner Schools

We have a number of places available for pupils at non-partner schools. The College gives preference to applicants from Oldham schools or who are Oldham residents. The application procedure is as follows:

  • A prospectus can be obtained from College or from your local Connexions or Careers Office from October 2011.
  • Application Forms can be obtained either from your school or from the College from November 2011 onwards.
  • Our College Information Mornings on 26th November 2011 and 14th January 2011 will be advertised in the local press, and an invitation sent to your school.
  • Application forms should be completed as soon as you have received your mock exam results and forwarded to the College as soon as possible.  You are advised to apply by 3rd February 2012.  Late applications cannot always be accommodated.
  • College will confirm receipt of your application form.
  • Interviews will be arranged from January 2012 onwards.
  • Confirmation of any offer will be sent to you and you will be asked to return an acceptance pack.
  • Student enrolment and induction will take place in August 2012 after GCSE results.