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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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MOCK INTERVIEWS 👨💼
Rhiannon from Geo Houlton visited our Engineering students and helped them prepare for their future careers.
She delivered a series of mock interviews, giving learners the chance to practice their skills in a low-pressure, supportive environment. Providing instant feedback to personalised guidance, students gained a valuable experience that will help them with their future progression to step confidently into real-world interviews and industry opportunities.
Want to experience opportunities like this next year? Apply before Christmas and secure your place. Link in our bio🔗 #YourFutureYourChoice #ApplicationsAreOpen #MockInterviews #OutstandingProgression
SMART SAVING SKILLS💰
Paige and Helen from Santander for Intermediaries recently visited Wilberforce to speak with Business students during a hands-on session in managing money and preparing for life after College.
From budgeting challenges to practical tips for university and beyond, students learned essential life skills for the future.
Support for your future comes in many forms at College, as we want to prepare you for every chance of success. 📈
Want to be a part of Wilberforce? Apply before Christmas to secure your place. Link in our bio 🔗#SmartMoneySkills #YourFutureYourChoice #ApplicationsAreOpen
ESPORTS MADNESS 🎮
Recently, a group of Digital and Esports Students travelled to Birmingham for the @egxofficial Event and an exciting day filled with new game releases, pro-level tournaments, indie showcases and hands on industry inspiration.
From testing the latest games to exploring careers in the gaming industry, it was an unforgettable trip that left everyone inspired and fired up for the future.
Want to experience opportunities like this next year? Apply before Christmas and secure your place. Link in our bio 🔗 #YourFutureYourChoice #OutstandingExperiences #ApplicationsAreOpen #Esports
ABSTRACT ART🎨
Year 1 Art and Design students have been crafting abstract sculptures this week. Inspired by Yorkshire based artist Barbara Hepworth and the Fibonacci sequence the students have experimented with papier mache and wire to bring their visions to life.
Want to shape your future too?
Apply to Wilberforce before Christmas and secure your future! Link in our bio 🔗
#ArtAndDesign #YourFutureYourChoice #ApplicationsAreOpen #OutstandingExperiences
SILENT DISCO - CHRISTMAS EDITION
Wilberforce are you ready to sleigh the day with our end of term Silent Disco?
Over lunchtime we`ll be getting into the full seasonal spirit plus celebrating Christmas Jumper Day, so this is your moment to show off your cheesiest, sparkliest or most outrageously-festive fit! 🎅🧣
Bring your friends and good vibes, seeing out 2025 at college in style, dancing along to:
🔴 Christmas Classics
🔵 Chill Winter Vibes
🟢 Party Anthems
🎟️ Limited places available so current students, book your spot now via the student Teams channel!
#SilentDisco #FestiveFun #EndOfTermVibes
THIS IS ENGLAND 🏴
Creative Media and Film Studies students had a once in a lifetime opportunity recently as This Is England lead actor @thomasturgoose1 visited Wilberforce.
Thomas took part in a panel interview, sharing insights into his acting journey, behind the scenes experiences, and his time working on one of Britain`s most recognisable films. The Film Studies students benefited most from this discussion, as This Is England is a set text they study as part of their examinations. 🎬
Wanting to dive into the world of film and media?
Apply before Christmas and secure your future! Link in bio 🔗
#ThisIsEngland #CreativeMedia #FilmStudies #YourFutureYourChoice #ApplicationsAreOpen
EXAM CERTIFICATE COLLECTION DAY 🥳
For the attention of Wilberforce Student Leavers, we will be holding an exam certificate collection day on Thursday 11 December 2025. Certificates will be able to be collected from the College`s Main Reception between 9am and 3:30pm for 2025, 2024 and 2023 Leavers.
Students collecting will need to bring photographic ID and will be asked to sign for their certificates. If students are not able to collect, they can send a representative on their behalf. The representative must bring with them a signed letter, confirming the representative`s name and written consent to collect from the student, as well as their own photographic ID for the certificate to be released.
Important: We are only required to store certificates for a minimum of 12 months from the date of issue; however, we keep these for 3 years. If certificates are not collected by a certain date, they are securely destroyed. They cannot be reissued by us. If you require a replacement after destruction, you will need to contact the relevant awarding body directly and pay their replacement fee, so it is important that you collect your certificates and keep them safe.
Any queries please contact exams@wilberforce.ac.uk
GET YOUR CAMERAS READY! 🤳
Calling all Future Students attending the event tonight... as well as exploring the campus, courses areas and your next steps... get ready to be in touching distance of glory as @hullkrofficial will be bringing the @superleague Grand Final Trophy for you to see in person and have photos with! 🤩
It`s not too late to book onto the event this evening, Tuesday 2 December 4:30pm - 7:00pm, don`t miss out! 🎉
Get your ticket via the link in our bio 🔗
#UpTheRobins #HullKR #WilberforceForYourFuture
MOVEMBER AT WILBERFORCE🥸
As Movember comes to an end, we’re celebrating the incredible effort shown across our Wilberforce community 💙
Our Public Services students organised a brilliant awareness afternoon, where volunteers bravely shaved their facial hair and even their heads to spark conversations about men’s mental health, suicide prevention, testicular cancer and prostate cancer.
A huge thank you to our Hair & Beauty students for taking charge of the clippers and transforming our brave students ✂️
We also want to give a massive shoutout to Patrick one of our Digital and Engineering teachers who has been fundraising through the month of November for this amazing cause as well. And to Joel, our Creative Media teacher who has been proudly growing his moustache in support of Patrick.
Thank you to everyone who got involved 💙 #Movember
READY FOR TAKEOFF ✈️
Our Travel & Tourism students got the inside scoop from an EasyJet Cabin Crew member, Callum, during our Upskilling & Enrichment afternoon!
Diving into what it`s really like to apply and work in the travel industry and sharing his first-hand tips for success. 📈
Want to get the same opportunity as this?
Join us at our Future Student Event on 2 December 4:30pm - 7:00pm
Click the events link in our bio to book your place today! 🔗
#YourFutureYourChoice #OpenEvent #OutstandingProgression #EasyJetCabinCrew
BUILDING FUTURES 🌉
Our Engineering students were joined by Chris from C.R.REYNOLDS who shared their personal insight into major local projects he`s worked on.
Including the Humber Bridge joint replacements and the Queens Gardens refurbishments.🌳
Want the chance to speak to industry professionals like Chris?
Join us at our Future Student Event on 2 December 4:30pm - 7:00pm
Click the events link in our bio to book your place today! 🔗
#CivilEngineering #CRReynolds
20/11/25 WEATHER UPDATE⚠️
The College Day will finish at 12pm, with all timetabled sessions during the afternoon cancelled to ensure that everyone can travel home safely ahead of busier traffic and further bad weather later today. Register marks will be amended accordingly.
We have organised for the Ellie Rose buses - routes W1 and W2 to collect students for their return journey at 12.30pm prompt. Students using all other College bus routes (Stagecoach) will need to use the public transport available if leaving early as they are unable to rearrange their services.
If you need to remain in the College until the end of the day, then the normal pick-up times still apply, with the exception of the W1 and W2 routes. The College will remain open until the end of the day for those that cannot facilitate leaving earlier and arrangements have been made for students to continue work.
Lunch will be still be served from 11.30am to 12.30pm.
Any queries please contact Reception by phoning 01482 711688 or email enquiries@wilberforce.ac.uk
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.
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W Days
Experience life as a Wilberforce student! This invitation-only transition event is for successfully-interviewed applicants to sample course and familiarise themselves with the college ahead of September
Future Student Event: January 2026
This is a fantastic opportunity to welcome in the new year and think about your future! Come along to this event to see first-hand why Wilberforce is the right choice for you.
NAPA Professional Diploma (18+) Open Event
Find out more about our Level 4 Professional Diploma in Performance which provides professional level vocational training in both Acting and Musical Theatre.
NAPA Extended Diploma (16+) Open Event
If you're a prospective student interested in finding out more about our Level 3 Performing and Production Arts course then be sure to come along to this event!
