This guide helps parents and guardians understand the post-GCSE options at Burnley College. We’re here to help you make sense of the information you’ll encounter, so you can be sure you’ve got the answers when they’ve got questions.
Your young person applies online through the Burnley College website. They create their own personal profile as they go, and the whole process takes just a few steps.
1. Search for their chosen course on burnley.ac.uk and select “Apply Now”
2. Create their own profile on our application system
3. Track their application through the Application Hub
Once they’ve applied, they can check their progress at any time. It’s the first exciting step towards their future at Burnley College.
Your young person can choose from the following pathways at Burnley College: A Levels and V Levels, Vocational courses, T Levels and apprenticeships. Each route can lead to university, further training or a rewarding career.
Choosing the right next step after GCSEs can feel like a big decision. Our School Liaison Team is here to help you and your young person understand the options, explore what suits them best and feel confident about the next step.
If you have questions about courses, progression routes or life at Burnley College, our team can point you in the right direction.
Email: [email protected]
Every student at Burnley College can access personalised careers information, advice and guidance. Our Careers Team help young people explore their options, build confidence and plan their next steps.
Students can access a range of support services, including:
How your young person can contact the Careers Team
Visit the Careers Hub in the College Atrium
We are currently on our seasonal break.
We will return on Monday 5 January 2026.
