The Door to University Progression to higher education is literally on your doorstep

The Door to University

Our merger with the University of Bolton created many opportunities for our students, meaning there’s never been a better time to study with us!

JS Aspire Card

Bolton College students progressing to university receive an exclusive £500 on their JS Aspire Card! They’ll be able to spend this money on a range of items which will aid their learning experience such as books, electronic equipment, course materials and more.

EXCEED Programme

Our EXCEED programme is designed to give our students an early taste of university life through exciting masterclasses, guest lectures, study visits, and more!

Advantaged membership of the University of Bolton EXCEED programme Learners will have the unique opportunity to join the programme alongside their studies so that they can discover the vast professions their course can lead them to whilst enhancing their skills and experience. We’ll provide: • Masterclasses and guest lectures from expert professionals in their field • University visits and use of modern facilities • Access to mentoring and coaching • Extra support in university applications EXCEED will help learners to become a…. • Future Artist • Future Engineer • Future Creative • Future Business Leader • Future Health Professional • Future Sport Practitioner • Future Scientist • Future Law Professional • Future Psychologist • Future Teacher

Exclusive invitation to Offer Holder Days All Bolton College students will receive a guaranteed offer on a course in their chosen field and an invite to an Offer Holder Day which covers in depth information about the subject they’ve received an offer for.

Guaranteed place to the Get Ahead! Summer School To ensure that transitioning to university is as smooth as possible, the Get Ahead! summer school will allow learners to get an early taste of university life, meet new friends and take part in enriching activities.