Grantham College

• Location: Grantham, Lincolnshire, United Kingdom,
• Age of students: from 16 years old,
• Type of study: mixed,
• Language of instruction: English.

Grantham College is committed to ensuring that all students reach their true potential. The college has more than 70 years of experience in providing education: during this time, a welcoming and supportive environment has been created in which the needs of students are always put first.

The college is open 4 days a week. Classes start at 8:00 a.m., the last lessons end at 5:00 p.m. or 7:00 p.m.

• Grantham College was founded in 1948.
• Elsham House was built by Richard Hornsby & Sons in the 1860s.
• The college's mission is to provide inspiring vocational and higher education that empowers individuals, businesses, and the community to achieve their goals.

Grantham College offers its own on-campus housing that provides 24/7 student safety and support.

Available Residences:

• Sedgwick Hall. 49 study bedrooms with en-suite bathrooms, shared kitchen and living spaces are available for students from 16 to 19 years old enrolled in full-time (FE) continuing education programs and internships. There are a small number of rooms suitable for students with disabilities.
• Sedgwick Mews. 3 houses of 6 bedrooms each with a shared bathroom, living room and kitchen are available for higher education students and FE students who are 18 years of age or older on September 1 of the year of commencement.

Students can choose to cook their own meals or pay for an additional option that includes breakfast and a hot lunch.

Internet/wireless fees are included in the rental price.

Grantham College is located in the centre of Grantham. The city centre is lively and prosperous, home to many independent boutiques and popular shops, as well as many cafes, pubs and restaurants. The city is home to a wide range of sports and leisure facilities, including gyms, Grantham Town Football Club, swimming pools and bowling alleys, museums and historic buildings, and many parks and open spaces.

Every student at Grantham College automatically becomes a member of the Student Union (GCSU), which is student-run and aims to improve the student experience, is a representative body.

Whether a student is a top-level athlete or just wants to try something out, they can enroll in college athletic academies. Students can attend them along with full-time study. Sports Academies:

• Grantham College's table tennis academy is known across the UK as one of the leading places to train young players. Over the past 15 years, more than 20 England players and 8 Great Britain players have lived, studied here at the college. Many of these players have achieved extremely high academic results and have enrolled in a university of their first choice to continue their education.
• Grantham College's Football Centre of Excellence offers young people aged 16 to 21 the opportunity to take one of the many sports courses while training and competing as a full-time footballer. The Centre of Excellence (CoE) runs courses at levels 2, 3, 4 and 5 with the possibility of a football scholarship.

Grantham College offers various facilities to enhance the educational experience for its students. Here are some of the key facilities available at the college:

1. Institute of Technology (IoT): This prestigious center provides higher technical education in engineering and digital technologies. It features IT design studios, digital technology classrooms, and engineering robotics facilities, all equipped with state-of-the-art equipment.

2. Energy Hub: The Energy Hub serves as a space where business and education collaborate to prepare a highly skilled, tech-savvy workforce. It offers courses in renewable energy, environmental technology, manufacturing, and electronics, with access to industry-standard equipment and opportunities for innovative development.

3. Arts Center: This purpose-built, three-story building houses design studios, offices, and a dedicated performing arts studio. It provides students with the facilities they need for creative and artistic pursuits.

4. Animal Care Center: On-campus, students have access to top-notch facilities for animal care. These facilities include realistic habitats for a variety of animals, including reptiles, birds, rodents, and fish, creating an ideal learning environment for students pursuing animal-related courses.

5. Grantham Air: Grantham Air is a full-scale replica of an airport cabin, complete with baggage handling, check-in counters, and a security area. It is designed to give students practical, hands-on experience in an airport environment, making it a valuable resource for those studying aviation and related fields.

These facilities contribute to a well-rounded educational experience at Grantham College, allowing students to gain practical skills and hands-on experience in their chosen fields of study.

The academic year at Gower College Swansea lasts from September to June and is divided into 3 trimesters: the first and second are separated by the Christmas holidays, the second and third are Easter. The summer holidays last for two months – July and August.

Additional costs:

• Security deposit £150 (refundable minus any deductible expenses at the end of the year),
• Registration fee when enrolling in the course,
• Visa
• College/Airport Shuttle,
• Nutrition
• Household expenses,
• Pocket money.

You can apply for online — for this you need to:

• Find the course you want to apply for,
• Go to the online application form. A member of the Special Admissions Committee will contact you when your application has been processed.

Grantham College & University Centre has been licensed by UKVI to enrol international students on the student route using a points system as a student sponsor.

Prospective students must be proficient in Maths and English at GCSE level 4/Grade C or above. If a student does not have GCSE Maths or Level 2 Functional Skills, they can study this along with access to the HE course.

The college has a Student Finance Office, which provides both existing and prospective students with advice and guidance regarding student finances, provides financial support to students studying at Grantham College.

Depending on age and personal circumstances, the following types of financial aid are available to students:

• The 16-19 Scholarship Fund is designed to support those young people who face barriers to continuing their education after the age of 16.
• Discretionary Support Fund for Further Education. Students with low incomes or from low-income families can apply to the fund for financial aid if they have real financial barriers to studying. For students 19 years and older.
• Student Tourism Fund for students aged 16-18 who live outside of Grantham (payment of travel expenses).

• Guardianship services during the studies
• Student supervision