The Bedford College Group GCSE Full-time Enrolment Guide

Your guide to

ONLINE ENROLMENT FOR FULL-TIME COURSES

YOUR GUIDE TO ENROLMENT Our enrolment process is designed to ensure you are enrolled on to the right course at the right level for you.

We have created this guide to provide answers to some of the questions you may have and to outline the information you will be asked to provide.

If you have any other questions, please don’t hesitate to contact our Customer Contact Centre via LiveChat on our website or email info@bedfordcollegegroup.ac.uk

THE ENROLMENT PROCESS WHEN CAN I ENROL? Online enrolment for Full-time courses starts on Thursday 25 August 2022. Read on to find out how to enrol using our online system.

HOW DO I ENROL ONLINE?

WHAT PROOF OF ID DO I NEED? As part of the online enrolment process you will be asked to upload proof of ID. This should be one of the following:

On Thursday 25 August 2022, you will receive an email containing a link to access the ‘Enrolment Form’ in which you will need to input your GCSE Results.

• UK passport or ID card

Here is how you will complete your enrolment:

• National Insurance Card/Letter

• A full birth certificate • Driver’s licence • Non-UK passport • Debit/Credit card

1. Enter your name and email address 2. Upload your proof of qualifications and your GCSE English and maths results.

3. Upload a photo of yourself 4. Upload proof of ID 5. Sign the declaration The whole process should take less than 20 minutes to complete.

DO I NEED TO PAY FOR MY COURSE? If you are aged 16-18 on 31 August 2022, a British resident and studying at Level 2 or Level 3, your course is fully funded which means you don’t have to pay any tuition fees or exam registration fees.

WHAT SHOULD MY PHOTO LOOK LIKE? The photograph you provide will be used for your Student ID badge for the year. It should be a recent photo, a true likeness and fit the following criteria: • • • • • •

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Passport photo size JPG format and 5mb maximum In full colour On a plain background You should be facing forward and looking straight at the camera Your eyes should be open, visible, and free from reflection or glare from glasses (no sunglasses) Should not contain other objects, people or animals No hats or caps (unless it is for religious or medical reasons) No sticking out tongue and/or pulling faces No filters/effects applied The photo should be potrait not landscape

PROBLEMS WITH ENROLLING? WHAT IF I NEED HELP? If you are struggling with accessing online enrolment or have problems with any of the steps, please contact our Customer Contact Centre via LiveChat on our website or email info@bedfordcollegegroup.ac.uk and we will help you to complete your enrolment.

WHAT IF I DON’T GET THE RESULTS I NEED? Don’t worry if you don’t get the results you had hoped for, or you achieve better than you expected.

Our Customer Contact Centre will be happy to give you information and advice about what you can do next. Contact us on LiveChat via our website or email info@bedfordcollegegroup.ac.uk.

WHAT IF I WANT TO STUDY A DIFFERENT COURSE OR CHANGE MY APPLICATION? Not a problem at all! Just contact our Customer Contact Centre on LiveChat via our website or email info@bedfordcollegegroup.ac.uk and we will do the rest.

For any questions please contact our Customer Contact Centre via LiveChat, web form or email info@bedfordcollegegroup.ac.uk

WHAT HAPPENS NEXT? STAGE 1: GCSE RESULTS DAY

STAGE 4: INDUCTION

If you are waiting to receive your results, then Good Luck!

Your induction will be a full day at College where you will get to meet your tutors and classmates and take part in some activities related to your course. At induction you will receive your:

STAGE 2: YOU WILL SOON BE A STUDENT The College will be busy preparing your enrolment and printing your ID card (with the photo you uploaded) and preparing your parking permit if applicable (please be sure to let us know on the online enrolment form that you would like a permit).

STAGE 3: GET READY TO START Your countdown starts now!

Once you have completed your online enrolment. College will send you instructions on when you should come in to College for your induction.

Your induction will be during the w/c Monday 5 September 2022 for one day. If you are studying at NC4M or Shuttleworth College your induction will take place during the first week of 12th September. This will include: • The time you need to arrive • Your meeting point (including a map)

• Student ID badge & lanyard • Your timetable The student induction is an essential part of all study programmes. It will: • Enable you to get familiar with the College and become confident in a new environment • Help you develop a sense of identity within the College community • Give you the opportunity to build relationships with staff and other students • Make you aware of the College policies and your rights and responsibilities • Give you the chance to try subject specific activities

STAGE 5: TERM STARTS Term starts on Monday 12 September 2022.

FAQS We know it can be daunting joining a new college, so here are some other points that you may have questions about.

ARE THERE ANY EXTRA COSTS ASSOCIATED WITH MY COURSE? Details about any costs for equipment, uniforms, trips/visits etc. can be found on our website: www.bedfordcollegegroup.ac.uk just search for your course.

HOW DO I APPLY FOR FINANCIAL SUPPORT? The Bedford College Group offers a range of financial support through our 16-19 bursaries to help young people where household income is £30,000 or less. Students must be aged 16-18 on 31 August 2022. For further information on the financial support available, please visit https:// bedfordcollegegroup.ac.uk/studentlife/financial-support/ We have five bursary schemes:

WHO CAN I CONTACT IF I STILL HAVE QUESTIONS ABOUT MY ENROLMENT OR APPLICATION? Just have a chat with us via LiveChat on our website or email info@bedfordcollegegroup.ac.uk and we will be happy to help answer any queries you have.

Good Luck on GCSE Results Day We are holding GCSE Advice Sessions on

Thursday 25 August 2022 10.00am-7.00pm and

Friday 26 August 2022 10.00am and 2.00pm

• Course Cost Bursary • Discretionary Hardship Bursary • Meals Bursary • Travel Bursary • Vulnerable Learner Bursary For further information on the support available and how to apply, please contact our Student Services team studentservices@bedford.ac.uk

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