Studying a further education course is an invaluable investment in your future!

As an adult student (aged 19+) at Runshaw College you can be assured of an outstanding educational experience. We offer the unique combination of exceptional results, an inspiring atmosphere, excellent facilities and high-quality courses recognised by employers and universities.

We are an Ofsted-rated* Outstanding Adult College committed to your success. Our supportive staff are dedicated to ensuring your learning experience is truly enjoyable. From September 2022, you will be taught in an adult environment with access to outstanding teaching and learning, and professional support, at our newly renovated Dalehead building located at our Leyland Campus on Langdale Road. Whether you want to be the next big thing or just want to quietly enjoy the knowledge that you can tackle the household budget, we can help you realise your ambitions! *Ofsted inspection report, June 2022.

Everything you want…

  • Excellent choice of courses
  • Outstanding teaching
  • Day and Evening courses available
  • Friendly, supportive staff
  • Great facilities
  • Free parking

Subjects available at Runshaw include:

  • Access to Higher Education
  • Accounting (AAT accredited)
  • Human Resources (CIPD accredited)
  • Counselling (CPCAB accredited)
  • Maths & English Functional Skills
  • Supporting Teaching & Learning (Teaching Assistants)
  • Free English & Maths Courses

    Our ‘Functional Skills’ English and Maths courses are FREE to anyone aged 19+ who does not already have a GCSE in English or Maths at Grade A*- C (Grade 9-4).

    Click here for more information about our Free Functional Skills courses.

  • Access to Higher Education (HE) Courses

    Change your life in a year!

    Access courses prepare you for university study and can be your passport to an entirely new career! They provide students aged 19+ with the skills and qualifications required for progression to degrees, foundation degrees and other higher level studies.

    Don’t forget to check the entry requirements before applying for any of the below courses. Maths and/or English qualifications are a requirement for many of our courses. Please click here to apply for our September start 17 week part-time courses.

    If you are aged 19 or over and thinking about studying a further education vocational, technical or professional course at Level 3, 4, 5 or 6, you may qualify for an Advanced Learner Loan to help you pay your course fees. Don’t forget, if you choose to study an Access to Higher Education Level 3 Diploma and progress to/successfully complete a degree/higher education course, the balance of your Advanced Leaner Loan will be written off. This means your Access course could be free.

    Whether you are leaving college, or looking to develop or change your career, we can help you choose the right course for you!

    Call 01772 642040 or email now to enquire! See the courses we offer below or alternatively, download our course guide.

    We offer the following courses for 2023 entry: 

    Access to Higher Education Courses September 2023 Start
    Access to Higher Education: Nursing and Midwifery / Health & Social Care Level 3 Applications now open
    Access to Higher Education: Social Sciences (Psychology, Criminology & Sociology) Level 3 Applications now open
    Access to Higher Education: Paramedic Science – Level 3 Applications now open

     

     

     

  • How to Apply

    Click here to start your application

    Please be advised that this online form may be incompatible with some mobile devices and we would, therefore, recommend that anyone experiencing difficulties contact our Admissions Team. To contact the Admissions Team, please call 01772 642040 or email: justask@runshaw.ac.uk

    Once your application has been received, we will be in touch to arrange your admissions interview (if necessary), and provide you with further details regarding enrolment.

  • Qualifications Explained

    Qualifications range in Level from ‘Entry’ through to ‘Level 8’ and successful completion of a qualification at one level, allows application to the next level.  The table below provides further details.

     
     Qualification Level Examples of Qualifications 
     Entry
    • Awards, Certificates & Diplomas at Entry Level
    • English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL)
      at Entry Level
     1
    • GCSEs Grades D-G
    • BTEC Introductory Diplomas & Certificates
    • Awards, Certificates & Diplomas at Level 1
    • NVQs at Level 1
    • Functional Skills (English & Maths) at Level 1
    • English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL)
      at Level 1
     2
    • GCSEs Grades A*-C
    • BTEC National Certificates
    • Awards, Certificates & Diplomas at Level 2
    • NVQs at Level 2
    • Functional Skills (English & Maths) at Level 2
    • English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) at Level 2
     3
    • A Levels
    • BTEC National Diplomas
    • Awards, Certificates & Diplomas at Level 3
    • NVQs at Level 3
     4
    • BTEC Professional Diplomas, Certificates & Awards at Level 4
    • Higher National Certificates (HNCs)
     5
    • Higher National Diplomas (HNDs)
    • Foundation Degrees
    • BTEC Professional Diplomas, Certificates & Awards at Level 5
     6
    • Bachelors Degrees / Bachelors Degrees with honours
    • Graduate Certificates & Diplomas at Level 6
    • BTEC Advanced Professional Diplomas, Certificates & Awards at Level 6
     7
    • Postgraduate Certificates & Diplomas
     8
    • Doctoral Degrees
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