16 - 18 courses
If you are aged 16-18, we know that leaving school may be a bit daunting, but coming to college is a great way to broaden your horizons and study what really interests you in fantastic facilities!
College isn't all about learning. You will get to meet new friends, go on trips and work experience and study in a very different atmosphere than when you were at school. You will call your lecturers by their first name and we have many specialist members of staff that are here to support you with any difficulties you may encounter, whatever they may be.
From hairdressing to motor vehicle training or animal care to A and T Levels, we are sure you'll find a course to suit you.
Every year we invest thousands of pounds in our facilities to ensure you get the best education and training we can provide. We have simulated hospital wards, a crime scene house and even an astronomy tower on the roof of the City Hub!
Every student on a Level 2 or Level 3 course are encouraged to undertake at least 30 hours of work placement. Some courses include an extended work placement of over 315 hours! These valuable opportunities are great to get a feel of the kind of work your course may lead to and sometimes our students have been offered full-time employment as a result!
Find out more about these nationally recognised qualifications which blend academic study with industry experience – a great route to consider as an alternative to other 16-19 study options.
Student success stories
Fashion student Maddie Clews turned her passion and studies into an unforgettable experience at one of the world’s most prestigious events — Paris Fashion Week.
Company founder, national touring artist, talent development guru for Fabric. Anita studied on our dance courses from BTEC all the way through to degree level and is now one of our most impressive established Dance Artists in the UK.
Since completing our Professional Chefs Course and Professional Chef Diploma levels 1 and 2, Candice is now head pastry chef at the nationally renowned Ivy Collection in Manchester.
20-year-old Lamiah Swanson reflects on her challenging youth and shares how her studies at Nottingham College are helping her build the skills she needs to achieve her dream future.
T Levels
T Levels are a 2‑year qualification after GCSEs that will take your future to the next level!
A T Level is a nationally-recognised qualification that gives you a new choice to consider after GCSEs and are an alternative to A levels, apprenticeships and other 16 to 19 courses.
If you undertake a T Level you will spend 80% of the course at College, gaining the skills employers need. The other 20% of the course will be spent undertaking a 45-day industry placement where you will put your skills into action and gain valuable experience.
Work Placements
While studying at Nottingham College, the opportunity to complete a work placement can help you stand out from the crowd when you start looking for jobs.
Work placements help you put into practice what you learn at college, develop transferable skills, help you discover what jobs you might like to do and improve your confidence.
