Courses

Much of this information applies specifically to those aged 16-18 who have applied for a full-time course or T Level. There are different procedures in place for adults and those who have applied for an apprenticeship and you will be kept informed throughout.

Step 1 – Apply for a course

Apply for your chosen course on our website. You can view 16-18 courses here, T Levels here and adult courses/workforce training here. You can also apply for apprenticeships here. We would recommend applying for a vocational course as well as an apprenticeship.

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Step 2 – Visit us at an Open Event

Explore our campus and meet our tutors at one of our exciting Open Events!

Step 3 – Attend an interview

You will be invited to book onto an interview event to secure a place on the course that’s right for you. You will have 1-2-1 guidance, meet your tutors and see our fantastic facilities. Interviews will be held on:

  • Wednesday 26th November 2025
  • Wednesday 14th January 2026
  • Wednesday 25th February 2026
  • Wednesday 15th April 2026

Step 4 – Accept your offer

After you have attended an interview, you will then receive a conditional offer to join us. Offers of a place on our courses are always conditional and are dependent on meeting entry criteria. You MUST accept your offer, either via the website or the app.

Once you have attended your interview AND accepted your offer, you will be placed on our VIP Enrolment list* for August 2026.

Step 5 –  Enjoy our New Student FEst

Taking place on Wednesday 24th June 2026, get a taste for college life at our exclusive event for 16-18 applicants who have received an offer.

Step 6 –  Enrol on your course

If you have accepted your offer, you will receive your personal invitation to one of our VIP Enrolment sessions, from GCSE results day onwards. VIP enrolment is not a guarantee of a place on a course. Course places are subject to availability during enrolment and meeting the course eligibility criteria.

Enrolment dates for those without offers and adults will be published here.

Step 7 –  Induction

You will have a thorough induction designed to introduce you to all the elements of college life. Your future begins here.

Welcome to Oldham College!


*VIP enrolment is not a guarantee of a place on a course. Course places are subject to availability during enrolment and meeting the course eligibility criteria.

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