Enrichment

Our unrivalled enrichment activities are designed to fuel your ambition, drive your curiosity and build skills for your future.

Bringing Learning to Life

Learning doesn’t only take place in the classroom, laboratory or workshop. We bring learning to life through talks and activities led by recognised experts in their field, augmenting the curriculum and providing you with memories to last a lifetime.

Just a few of the outstanding activities that we have staged in College include:

Autopsy Life (a real-life medical experience hosted by medical professionals)
Google Digital Garage (to boost online skills)
Behind Bars Conference (covering aspects of policing, the criminal justice system and psychology)
Visit from Ocean Revival (the team of Royal Marines undertaking the world's most dangerous row across the Atlantic)
Workshops with Adam Corbally, finalist in The Apprentice, on positive mindset and innovation

College Clarets Takeover at Burnley FCs Turf Moor

Until Joy Perform She's a Charmer live on Burnley College Sixth Form Centre roof

You Are Honoured

Due to our amazing success in 2024, we have decided to expand our Honours and STEM Societies to EVERYONE.

With 97% of our Students being accepted by their first choice of University, Burnley College has decided to give every Student the same level of support offered to members of the Honours Society:

Complete an Extended Project Qualification alongside their A Level

This full qualification boosts your CV, making your University application stand out from the rest, as well as enhancing your academic skills.

Individualised support throughout the UCAS application process

Our mission is to ensure every Student who wants to progress to the highest levels of education is given the skills and knowledge to achieve their academic dream.

Bespoke support for all Oxbridge candidates

You’ll get regular meetings with Tutors with specialist experience in the field.

Access to a Medicine Society (Med-Soc)

Designed to support Students intending to progress to read medicine at University.

Let Burnley College support you wherever you want to go.

Burnley College Honours Society

Years of experience and success in helping students achieve places at top universities and fulfilling careers with global employers has led us to devise these scheduled activities, seminars and workshops to strengthen your application in key areas.

Dedicated one-to-one tutorials to explore the best University and career options for you
A chance to research your major subject in more depth through an Extended Project Qualification which will challenge you to develop your skills and showcase your passion for your subject
Preparation sessions for University exams - invaluable if you are pursuing a career in Medicine, Vetinary Science, Mathematics or Law, including Biomedical Admissions Test (BMAT), UK Clinical Aptitude Test (UKCAT), National Admissions Test for Law (LNAT) and Sixth Term Examnimation Papers (STEP) for Mathematics
Guidance from staff at the Universities of Oxford and Cambridge to help you write a successful Oxbridge application
A series of summer schools, work placements, conferences, masterclasses, guest speakers and lecturers - plus much more - to ensure you remain engaged and constantly adding to your knowledge and skills base
Bespoke activities that will engage and sharpen your presentation and debating skills
Great scholarship opportunities
Specialist sessions to direct your research skills held at the John Rylands Library, University of Manchester

‘My time in the Honours Society helped me to focus on my university goals and submit the strongest possible application.’

– Daisy Winter

Achieved A*AAC in A Level Mathematics, Further Mathematics, Psychology and English Language. Now studying Mathematics at Durham University

Rebecca Spooner, 18, from Todmorden, a former Student at Todmorden High School achieved A* in Physics, A* in Further Mathematics, A* in Mathematics and a Distinction* in Music Technology. Rebecca Spooner is planning on taking a gap year to focus on music.

"The support you get at Burnley College is great. They treat you like adults and you get to do what you want. You have so much freedom and independence, however there's always someone there if you need them."

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There are many opportunities for students to play a full and active role in contributing to the future success of Burnley College by taking on key roles and responsibilities. It’s a great way to learn new skills, build your self confidence and meet other students, as well as helping to boost your application to university or employment. With all the roles available, you will receive full training and be supported to make a difference to the College community.

Student Governors

Enhance the Student experience and influence decision-making in this high-level position. As a Student Governor you will be focussed, articulate, confident and reliable, utilising these attributes to work closely with governors and senior managers to influence the future of learning in Burnley whether that is developing additional student activities and programmes; investing in learning spaces or even feeding back the opinions of the student body. It’s an unmissable opportunity to enhance your CV; gain invaluable knowledge and skills about management and really make a difference.

Student Ambassadors

These are the link between our Students and the public, partners within the community and potential students. You can also get involved in academic mentoring at schools, marketing projects, enrichment activities and volunteering, health and wellbeing support and health and safety. It’s a vital role with a high degree of responsibility, and the ideal opportunity to improve your communication and networking skills, which is why it will be impressive on your application to university or your CV.

Student Representatives

There are Student Representatives selected in each division and class to give feedback to Tutors and managers on teaching; activities they have enjoyed or would like to see and suggestions for additional learning resources. It is one of the key platforms for the Student Voice, a vitally important part of our College.

Travel the world

As a Burnley College Sixth Form Centre student you’ll have opportunities to travel the world, taking part in planned activities and visits that will enhance your studies as well as giving you the opportunity to discover new cultures.

Our annual trips have included visits to:

Thailand (volunteering on conservation projects and teaching English)
Los Angeles (to the international E3 gaming convention attended by industry leaders)
Washington and New York (to discover more about American politics and soak up the culture in New York)
Rome (to photograph the world-famous sights)
France (to improve language skills at a chateau)
Spain (to explore the unique geology and improve language skills)
French Alps (for a geography field trip)
Austria (for a skiing trip)
Lanzarote (for a visit to an internationally-recognised sports and fitness centre)
Switzerland (to view the Hadron Collider at CERN)

Plus, we run regular trips to places of interest and to take part in great activities throughout the UK, including:

The Houses of Parliament
The Tate Modern, London
British Film Institute
Altcar Barracks
Leading football clubs
Coastal and woodland locations for conservation work
Universities - for lectures, discovery events and competitions

From motivational talks from high profile guests like BBC Apprentice Star Adam Corbally to sports clubs and collaborative societies, you’ll find your space to challenge yourself, develop leadership qualities and enhance your creative thinking.

Freshers' Fair

Our annual Freshers’ Fair is a fun-filled welcome to College. Enjoy free food and treats; discover more about the clubs, societies and student roles that make up College life; enjoy funfair rides and all the entertainment we can fit in, including haircuts – all for free! Meet new friends; discover more about College life and try out new activities.

Enrichment

Our unrivalled enrichment activities are designed to fuel your ambition, drive your curiosity and build skills for your future.

Bringing Learning to Life

You Are Honoured

Burnley College Honours Society

‘My time in the Honours Society helped me to focus on my university goals and submit the strongest possible application.’

"The support you get at Burnley College is great. They treat you like adults and you get to do what you want. You have so much freedom and independence, however there's always someone there if you need them."

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