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With a broad and exciting curriculum spanning across a variety of academic, vocational and technical programmes, all of which align with the future jobs market. Click below for a full list of our courses.
Subjects & Courses As a prospective student, find out about what to expect during your next steps and discover guidance along the way as you start your post-16 journey!
Applicant Journey Support services at Wilberforce Sixth Form College are outstanding. We work collaboratively with curriculum staff to ensure that barriers to learning are removed, and that students have the best chance of success.
Outstanding Support We have routes across Hull and the East Riding to ensure students have an easy and accessible route to and from the college, click to find the best route for you.
Travelling to College Wilberforce College is committed to ensuring students receive the best careers guidance whatever their chosen pathway. As well as programmes in place to help students make successful applications for University, Apprenticeships and Employment.
Skills & Careers Curious about our upcoming trips? See where we're going.
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Colin Peaks, Principal, Wilberforce Sixth Form College
A word from our Principal, Colin
Wilberforce College has been a prominent establishment in the Hull community since 1988. We have grown year on year and currently serve around 1,350 students from East Hull, West Hull and the East Riding villages.
We offer all the specialisms of a sixth form college, delivering exclusively to 16-19 years olds, but have a broad curriculum that includes A Level, T Level, BTEC, UAL and City & Guilds qualifications. Our Level 3 Advanced qualifications are particularly successful and we continuously see our students progress to some of the best universities and careers.
The College’s support services are outstanding and complement students’ learning to ensure that they have the best chance of success and their experience with us extends beyond the classroom.
We continue to make significant investment in the College’s facilities, staff and students, ensuring that we remain the first choice for students, both now and in future years.
Colin Peaks
Principal
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FIRST FUTURE STUDENT EVENT ✅🙌
It was amazing to welcome so many of you on Wednesday evening to explore the campus facilities and discover future pathways!
Don’t worry if you missed it! Join us at our upcoming dates:
🗓️Saturday 15 November 2025 9:30am-12:30pm
🗓️Tuesday 2 December 2025 4:30pm-7:00pm
🗓️Wednesday 14 January 2026 4:30pm-7:00pm
Applications are open for September 2026!
Links to apply and book on to events in our bio 🔗
#YourFuture#YourChoice #CollegeLife #OpenEvent
MARKETING IN MARKETING 📈
Our in-house marketing team visited the marketing students to give them real world insights into what it`s like working behind the scenes at Wilberforce!
From planning creative campaigns to building a social media strategy. Students were able to see how many roles exist in the world of marketing. They also were able to get insider tips and tricks on how to get involved in projects while studying and where to start their own journey into the industry. 💼💡
Want to explore the world of marketing yourself? Don’t miss our first Future Student Event of the year on 15 October, 4.30–7pm. Click the events link in our bio! #YourFutureYourChoice #OpenEvent #CollegeLife #Marketing #OutstandingExperience
COUNTDOWN COMPLETE
The wait is over! Our first Future Student Event is Tomorrow and we can`t wait to welcome you. 🗓 Wednesday 15 October, 4:30pm – 7:00pm
✨ Make the most out of your visit:
A full campus tour – discover our industry standard facilities
Meet the teachers who’ll guide your journey
Explore subjects and courses that match your ambitions
Get a taste of college life with activities and insights
Chat with current students about their Wilberforce experience
Discover why Wilberforce is your perfect place for your future Don’t miss our first Future Student Event of the year on 15 October, 4.30–7pm. Click on the events link in our bio!
#YourFutureYourChoice #OpenEvent #CollegeLife #FutureStartsHere #Tomorrow
CITY HIGHLIGHTS: 🇳🇱 Last week, our students explored the beautiful city of Amsterdam, but not just as tourists! They took part in a guided walking study on “overtourism”, discovering how one of Europe’s most visited cities is finding ways to balance tourism with local life.
Highlights included:
🚉 Central Station – Introduction to what overtourism means and why Amsterdam faces challenges like housing pressure & crowded streets.
🏙️ Damrak & Dam Square – Comparing local vs. tourist businesses in the city’s busiest area.
⛪ Oude Kerk – Exploring nightlife tourism & how residents are affected.
🍜 Nieuwmarkt & Chinatown – Spotting signs of local life vs. tourism and discussing gentrification.
Students finished the day with free time in the Jordaan district, taking in its canals, cafés, and creative atmosphere.#AmsterdamTrip #Overtourism #SustainableTravel #GlobalLearning #StudyAbroad #CulturalStudies #StudentExperience
SUPER LEAGUE CHAMPIONS🏆
A massive congratulations to our incredible partners @hullkrofficial on being crowned Super League Champions 2025! 👏
A truly historic moment, winning all three trophies this season.
We are proud to stand beside you during this unforgettable moment. Here’s to a continued successful partnership🤝
#SuperLeague #UpTheRobins #PartnershipPride
ENZYME ACTION 👩🔬
Biology students brought theory to life with their recent enzyme practical. Testing and investigating how different conditions affect the rate of reaction. 🧪
Want to put your science knowledge into action?
Don’t miss our first Future Student Event of the year on 15 October, 4.30–7pm. Click the events link in our bio! 🔗
#YourFutureYourChoice #OpenEvent #CollegeLife #Biology #OutstandingProgression
ART INSPIRATION
Our BTEC Art and Design students welcomed local artist @the.anna.log, whose mission is to make art more accessible to all people.
Anna shared her journey as an autistic freelance artist and used a workshop to give the students a deeper understanding of how creativity connects communities.
Wanting to spark your creativity? Don’t miss our first Future Student Event of the year on 15 October, 4.30–7pm. Click the events link in our bio!
#YourFutureYourChoice #OpenEvent #CollegeLife #CreativeArts #OutstandingExperiences
LEARNING THROUGH PLAY 🧩
Childcare students have been in the nursery to explore how to introduce learning through the use of play. From building towers to using masks, they discovered fun activities to help support children`s development.
Preparing them for their future in childcare, by introducing real life elements to their own learning. 🧠
Curious to see how studying Childcare can bring classroom learning to life? Don’t miss our first Future Student Event of the year on 15 October, 4.30–7pm. Click the events link in our bio!
#YourFutureYourChoice #OpenEvent #CollegeLife #Childcare #OutstandingProgression
🛳️SAILING THE SEAS! ⚓️
This week our Travel & Tourism students set off from Hull to Rotterdam with our fantastic employer sponsors @poferries . During the voyage, they experienced 2 nights sleeping onboard in different cabin styles, enjoyed a delicious meal in the onboard restaurant, and took in the live entertainment - gaining first-hand insight into tourism at sea! ⚓️🎶🍽️
@poferries are a valued partner of Wilberforce Sixth Form College, offering our students incredible work placement opportunities to develop real-world industry experience and skills for their future careers. 🙌
#WilberforceCollege #TravelAndTourism #POFerries #POViews #IndustryExperience
PATHWAYS TO OXBRIDGE 🎓
Our University Pathway Programme has officially launched for this year. Ready to aim high?
This Upskilling and Enrichment Programme allows you to turn your ambitions into a reality. With tailored guidance, expert support and bespoke trips to Russel Group universities such as Oxford and Cambridge.
You wouldn`t want to miss out. Curious to see how the University Pathway can help you reach the top? Don’t miss our first Future Student Event of the year on 15 October, 4.30–7pm. Click the events link in our bio!
#YourFutureYourChoice #OpenEvent #CollegeLife #UniversityPathway #OutstandingExperiences
DISCOVER YOUR FUTURE AT WILBERFORCE One week to go until our very first Future Student Event of the Year! We know you don`t want to miss it
🗓 Wednesday 15 October, 4:30pm – 7:00pm
✨ What’s waiting for you?
A full campus tour – discover our industry standard facilities
Meet the teachers who’ll guide your journey
Explore subjects and courses that match your ambitions
Get a taste of college life with activities and insights
Chat with current students about their Wilberforce experience
Discover why Wilberforce is your perfect place for your future Don’t miss our first Future Student Event of the year on 15 October, 4.30–7pm. Click on the events link in our bio!
#YourFutureYourChoice #OpenEvent #CollegeLife #FutureStartsHere
HANDS ON GEOGRAPHY 🌍
A Level Geography students visited @universityofhull`s research facilities to meet with our STEM Partner, Dr Ed Brooks, and his colleagues.
The visit gave students a real world experience of what it`s like to be a part of the Energy and Environment Institute at Hull University. While developing their analytical and teamwork skills.🤝💭
See how geography opens doors to understanding our planet. Don’t miss our first Future Student Event of the year on 15 October, 4.30–7pm. Click the events link in our bio!
#YourFutureYourChoice #OpenEvent #CollegeLife #GeographyInAction #OutstandingExperiences
Wilberforce Alumni
Sammi Iverson
PAST BIOLOGY, CHEMISTRY, PHYSICS & GEOGRAPHY STUDENT
Sammi, formerly of Withernsea High School, has gone onto achieve great success pursuing her ambition of a career within the scientific industry. After studying Biology, Chemistry, Physics and Geography with Wilberforce, Sammi continued her educational journey at the University of Hull studying for a degree in Biomedical Science – much to the joy of her former Biology teacher Martin who she is still fondly remembered by! Sammi’s positive outlook and cheery demeanour as a Wilberforce student was equal to her hard work and commitment to her studies, so it is no surprise she committed herself to completing her doctorate in Medical Microbiology at Hull York Medical School. Using this impressive track record of excellence in research, she secured an R&D post at Reckitt, quickly transferring to her current role as a medical writer for Reckitt’s Global Affairs Division, seeing her travel the world using her passion for science communication and expertise to advise and educate consumers and fellow researchers in this global medical giant. Sammi has shone brightly since her days at Wilberforce and we are so proud of her achievements which we were delighted to celebrate during our recent Achievement Awards Evening.
WHY CHOOSE WILBERFORCE?
OUTSTANDING EXPERIENCES | OUTSTANDING PROGRESSION | OUTSTANDING OUTCOMES
We help students secure job offers with major employers and places at prestigious universities such as Oxford, Cambridge, Durham, Hull, Leeds and York.
Our spacious university style campus offers fully equipped classrooms with use of the latest technology.
