- SCHOOL LEAVERS
You’ve applied – what’s next? We’re excited to welcome you to campus.
While you wait to enrol, here’s everything you might want to know – all in one place.
You’ve applied – what’s next? We’re excited to welcome you to campus.
While you wait to enrol, here’s everything you might want to know – all in one place.
Starting college can feel like a big step - we get it. So we’ve pulled together the things students most want to know before they join. Whether you're wondering about transport, support, things to do or how to meet new people, we’ve got you covered.
Hands-on skills.
Future-ready careers.
Learning that takes you places.Got a question before you start?
You’re not the only one. These are some of the most common things students ask before they join us, from getting here to what your week might look like. Tap a question to see more.
Still got something on your mind?
Get in touch with our Student Services team – we’re always happy to help.How do I get to campus?
Whether you’re travelling from across town or a nearby village, getting here is easy. Grimsby Institute offers free coach travel for qualifying school leavers from many local areas, and we’re just a short ride from Grimsby Town train station.
You can also get here by bus, bike or car, with free parking on campus. If you’re unsure about the best way to get in, just ask. We’ll help you find the route that works for you.
Is financial support available?
Yes. Depending on your circumstances, there are different ways we can help.
Grimsby Institute offers a range of support schemes to help with the cost of college, including the 16–19 Bursary, free college meals and help with travel, kit, equipment or childcare. There’s also extra support available for vulnerable young people and tailored funds for students aged 19+ or those taking out Advanced Learner Loans.
What learning support is available?
There’s always help here if you need it, whether that’s with your course, your wellbeing or anything else going on in life.
You can book one-to-one advice on things like study skills, course progression, finance, travel and childcare with our Student Support team at Nuns Corner. There’s also a dedicated counselling and wellbeing service, available 24/7, with free access to confidential support, helplines and live chat.
We know everyone’s different and whatever support looks like for you, we’ll make sure you can get to where you need to be.
What facilities will I have access to?
Loads. Grimsby’s Nuns Corner campus has industry-standard workshops, labs and creative studios for everything from construction and engineering to media, art and science. You’ll train in real working spaces, like our brand-new Animal Management Centre, commercial hair & beauty salons or student-run restaurant. There’s also a full sports centre, gym and chill-out zones for when you need a breather.
What can I do after my course finishes?
Plenty. Many of our students move on to degree-level study right here on campus at University Centre Grimsby, while others go straight into work or an apprenticeship. We’ll help you figure out what’s next, whether it’s a job, a degree or something entirely different. You won’t be doing it alone.
Still got something on your mind?
Get in touch with our Student Services team – we’re always happy to help.Need help or have more questions?
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