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In order to complete the NCLT Baccalaureate, students must fulfil all four sections of the programme.

Academic/Vocational study: complete all timetabled lessons until the end of Year 13.

Independent Learning: you will complete some learning on a personal interest, outside of your studies, in preparation for building the skills needed to study academically at university. This could be online learning, be part of a university programme or an Extended Project Qualification; or if you want to pursue an apprenticeship, you can complete The Employability Award, supported through the University of Hull.

Personal Development: You can participate in the college enrichment programme, including anything from Sports, Health and Well-being sessions, to Debating, LGBTQ+, STEM club and Music.

Community Service: You can take part in a voluntary project with an organisation or independently to benefit other people in the community.

TRAVEL YOUR OPTIONS

Transport provision for college includes routes from locations all over the Yorkshire area. This provision is a mixture of either public service buses or one of our twelve private college services. Please see the map for the college service routes.

For more information visit ncpontefract.ac.uk/travel

WHAT OUR

STUDENTS SAY

Scarlet Mackie

The Snaith School

What subjects are you studying at New College?

Biology, Chemistry and Law

What is it like studying at New College?

One of the best parts about studying at New college is how hard we were pushed in order to be the best we can possibly be. This helped me be successful in my subjects to be able to get the grades for my desired career

Did you take part in any Enrichments?

I didn’t take part in any Enrichment activities, but there was a huge selection to choose from.

What is your next step?

Degree in Medicine and Surgery at the University of Lancaster.

Vanessa Obasogie

Royds School

What subjects are you studying at New College?

Media, Textiles and Law

What is it like studying at New College?

It is a great environment at New College and the staff are always willing to push you to your highest potential.

Did you take part in any Enrichments?

I did the Media Magazine and was a Textiles Student Ambassador.

What is your next step?

BA in Fashion Design with Marketing at Northumbria University.

Max Crompton

Outwood Academy City Fields

What subjects are you studying at New College?

Music, Geology and BTEC Music Performance

What is it like studying at New College?

The Music courses were fantastic and provide different opportunities to learn about a range of subject areas that I would not have looked into otherwise.

Did you take part in any Enrichments?

I signed up to take my grade 5 in music theory.

What is your next step?

BA in Music at the University of Huddersfield.

Sam Kay

Kettlethorpe High School

What subjects are you studying at New College?

Maths, Further Maths and Chemistry

What is it like studying at New College?

The best part of studying at New College was the friendliness and support from all the teachers. I thoroughly enjoyed all my lessons and was never afraid to ask for help.

Did you take part in any Enrichments?

I took part in the Duke of Edinburgh (Bronze), was runner-up for President of the Student Executive committee and was an A-Level Maths ambassador.

What is your next step?

BSc in Mathematics at Durham University.

FAQS

What if I change my mind about my subject choices?

Not a problem. Just let us know by emailing studentservices@ncpontefract.ac.uk by Friday 9 July. You can also change subjects when you come to enrol. Changing subjects will obviously depend on there being space available on the course, and you achieving the subject entry requirements.

What if I don’t get the grades I need?

Don’t panic! We offer a huge number of courses all with different entry requirements, so if things don’t go quite to plan we’ll explore all of the other options that are available to you at your enrolment.

What if I haven’t done the Summer Independent Learning?

The SIL is a requirement for all courses and MUST be completed before the start of term. It will be the basis of your first assessment and it will tell us how committed you are to studying with us. Any incomplete work will be expected to be done within a very short deadline and you will have given a poor first impression.

If I change my mind about courses, what happens to the Summer Independent Learning?

You will need to complete the SIL for the courses that you enrol on before the start of term in September. If you are undecided between 2 courses, we strongly recommend that you complete the work for both courses. This will help you to decide which you prefer and will also mean that you are ready in time for the start of term.

What if I’ve also applied to my school sixth form?

That’s no problem. Remember that you are free to apply to as many places as you like and you don’t have to make your final decision until after your GCSE results, when you officially enrol. At this stage, any places you accept are simply provisional (and you can accept places at more than just one place, for the time being).

What if I haven’t been to a New College Taster Day?

Lots of students will have spent a day with us, but it doesn’t matter if you haven’t. Look out for our Virtual Taster Day that will be appearing on our website soon.