We are delighted you will be joining us.
This page will guide you through the necessary steps to support you through enrolment and induction at Newbury College and University Centre Newbury (UCN). Please note: These instructions are not for Community Leisure or Study Online programmes.
Hopefully, you are reading these instructions because we have already received your application. If you haven't already applied, please visit our course explorer pages to find your perfect course.
1. Accept your Offer
Following the conversation with your programme tutor, you will be sent an email confirming your offer. Please complete the 'Accept your Offer' form to ensure we reserve your space.
2. Attend enrolment
Your enrolment times and dates are based on your age, the first letter of your last name and the subject that you have applied for. UCN students should have already received instructions for enrolling online; further information can be found here.
Monday 31 July
- Procision Football Academy Newbury
- Sport
Please arrive at 9:30 am wearing comfortable sports clothes and trainers and bring a water bottle so you can stay hydrated throughout the day.
Thursday 31 August
Morning (AM)
Students enrolling on the following subjects:
- Art and Design
- Media
- Music Technology
- Uniformed Public Services (UPS)
- Transition to T Level Business and Digital
- T Level Digital Support Services
- T Level Management & Administration
| Last name begins with... | Arrival Time |
|---|---|
| A - D | 09:30 |
| E - H | 10:00 |
| I - M | 10:30 |
| N - R | 11:00 |
| S - Z | 11:30 |
Afternoon (PM)
Students enrolling on the following subjects:
- Achieve
- Beauty
- Childcare
- Cookery
- Hairdressing
- Health and Social Care
| Last name begins with... | Arrival Time |
|---|---|
| A - D | 13:30 |
| E - H | 14:00 |
| I - M | 14:30 |
| N - R | 15:00 |
| S - Z | 15:30 |
Friday 01 September
Morning (AM)
Students enrolling on the following subjects:
- Engineering
- Motor Vehicle
- Kingsclere Performing Arts
| Last name begins with... | Arrival Time |
|---|---|
| A - H | 09:30 |
| I - P | 10:00 |
| Q - Z | 10:30 |
| Subjects | Time Slot | Last name begins with... |
|---|---|---|
|
10:00 | A - Z |
Afternoon (PM)
Students enrolling on the following subjects:
- Multi Trades
- T Level BSE
- Electrical
- Plumbing
- T Level Onsite Construction
- Carpentry
| Last name begins with... | |
|---|---|
| A - F | 13:30 |
| G - L | 14:00 |
| M - R | 14:30 |
| S - Z | 15:00 |
Checklist
Things to bring with you on the day:
- a form of ID (Passport, National Insurance card, Birth Certificate or (Provisional) Driving Licence)
- GCSE results slip or certificates
- £15 College Subscription contribution
THuRsday 31 August
| Subjects | Time Slot | Who is enrolling? |
|---|---|---|
|
15:00 - 19:00 | Any adults aged 19+ enrolling on a full-time programme |
Thursday 31 August
| Subjects | Time Slot | Who is enrolling? |
|---|---|---|
|
17:00 - 19:00 | Any adults aged 19+ enrolling on a part-time or Higher Education programme |
*UCN Engineering and Graphics students are invited to enrol online from the beginning of July. The onsite event is for those students that have not completed enrolment online.
Checklist
Things you will need:
- a form of ID (Driving Licence, Passport, National Insurance card or Birth Certificate)
- £15 College Subscription contribution
- evidence of previous qualifications (if you did not study at Newbury College last year)
- evidence of your loan application (if you are paying tuition fees with a loan)
- a completed Purchase Order form and Employer Authorisation Form (if your employer is paying your fees)
- means to pay your tuition fees (if required) - See
Ways to Pay (121 KB) or see our Fees, Funding and Financial Support page for more information
If you are claiming funding for tuition fees, you will also need:
- evidence of receipt of benefits or low wage
3. Attend Welcome Week (Induction)
Students will need to attend for one full day during Welcome Week. The day you attend is based on the level of your programme.
| For all subjects by programme level | Time Slot | Induction Day |
|---|---|---|
|
All Level 3 - Year 2 (except Music Technology) T Level Year 2 Level 2 and Level 3 Hairdressing Procision Newbury (Football Academy) |
09:00 - 15:30 | Tuesday 12 September 2023 |
|
All Level 3 - First Year (except Hairdressing) All Music Technology (Levels 2 and 3 including Returners) All T Level Year 1 Transition to T Level Business and Digital Achieve Programme |
09:00 - 15:30 | Wednesday 13 September 2023 |
|
Level 2 (excluding Level 2 Hairdressing) Transition to T Level Construction |
09:00 - 15:30 | Thursday 14 September 2023 |
|
Entry Level and Level 1 Multi Trades |
09:00 - 15:30 | Friday 15 September 2023 |
4. Full timetables commence the week of 18 September 2023
RETURNING STUDENTS - Please note your first day back at College is also shown in the Welcome Week table above.
ADDITIONAL FORMS OR INFORMATION
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Bursary
A bursary can be awarded to students who meet eligibility criteria. Bursary application forms will be available from the end of July.
Email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. for more information.
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Free Meals
Applications for free meals should be made using the bursary form. Eligible students will have a meal allowance of £2.41 for each day that they are in college with which to purchase food in the Street Café.
default Free meals in further education funded institutions
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Travel Support
Information about travel to college can be found on the Getting to Newbury College page.
Recipients of the bursary can receive support for travel.
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Car Parking
Free parking is available onsite for students, staff and visitors.
HOW ARE WE KEEPING YOU SAFE?
Your health, safety and well-being are our number one priority. We will undertake enrolment in line with any government guidelines that may be in place to ensure that you, other students and our staff members remain safe.
FINANCIAL HELP FOR LEARNERS
The costs of learning can be difficult to meet. Depending on your personal and financial circumstances, there may be funding open to you to assist you in completing your course successfully. View Financial Help information.
ADDITIONAL ASSISTANCE
If you need any assistance in completing your form, or have any further questions about enrolment, please contact the Learner Services team on 01635 845000 or email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.