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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.
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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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PUBLIC HEALTH 🏥
Imagine learning beyond the classroom. Our second year BTEC Diploma students recently did just that by taking a trip to Leeds to visit the prestigious Thackray Museum of Medicine. 💊
The group explored the history of immunisation and development of public health in the UK, understanding how vaccination programmes and public health systems have evolved over time.
This experience provided an insight into how important medical innovation are and the impact it has in protecting our communities today.
If you’re passionate about health, science and helping others, this could be you! Applications are still open so apply today using the link in our bio 🔗
#PublicHealth #YourFutureYourChoice #OutstandingExperience
POWERING PRACTICAL ENGINEERING
We are delighted to share our exciting new partnership with City Electrical Factors (@cefcouk), supporting our Engineering students with hands-on learning, industry-standard equipment and real-world experience.
From placements to our new Electrical Engineering Student of the Month awards, this partnership is helping students build confidence and prepare for their future careers.
👉Are you an aspiring electrical engineer? Read the full story and see what you can benifit from; September2026. Link in our bio #IndustryLinks #FutureEngineers #YourFutureYourChoice"
ENGLISH AND CREATIVE ARTS ALUMNI – Isobel’s Journey 📚🎨
After achieving a B in A Level English Language & Literature, B in A Level Fine Art and A in A Level Media Studies at Wilberforce, Isobel is now in their final year of Journalism Studies at the University of Sheffield, gaining hands-on experience with major media organisations including Sky News, Hits Radio, and receiving press passes for festivals and live events.
“My time at Wilberforce was an important step in shaping both my independence and my future career. I loved my time at the college as it let me gain independent skills whilst still having the structure of education. I basically lived in the old art block and loved the atmosphere of the college. It prepared me well for university and I wouldn’t be where I am now without my experiences at Wilberforce. Wilberforce is what opened my eyes to the possibility of journalism and I’ve loved every second since.”
Since leaving Wilberforce, Isobel secured their first-choice university place and was awarded a scholarship which supported their journey into higher education.
Now, they’re working towards a first-class degree and aiming to begin a career in journalism, with dreams of becoming a writer for major music publications such as Rolling Stone or NME.
Inspired by Isobel`s journey to a Russel Group University? Apply now for our English Language and Literature Course and start your journey at Wilberforce. Link in our bio 🔗
#YourFutureYourChoice #OutstandingOutcomes
CHOOSING GCSEs
Year 9 is a big moment in your school journey. The subjects you choose now help shape your next steps and the opportunities available after 16.
There’s no one “right” path so pick subjects you enjoy, play to your strengths and choose what suits you. Confidence grows when you’re doing what you’re good at.
#GCSEChoices #Year9 #YourFutureYourChoice
INDUSTRY OPPORTUNITIES
Our T Level Engineering students recently visited @orsted in Grimsby to explore real apprenticeship pathways and career opportunities within the company. The visit gave students first-hand insight into the engineering industry and showed them the different routes into future employment.
Experiences like this help you make confident, informed decisions about your next steps and inspire progression into high-demand engineering careers.
Apply using the link in our bio 🔗
#OutstandingExperience #YourFutureYourChoice
DESIGNED, PRINITED, CREATED 🎨
Our Textiles students have been busy bringing ideas to life by creating bold displays, designing original patterns using screen printing techniques and producing unique outfits. 👗
From your first idea to your final design, you’ll build real creative skills and confidence in every project.
Ready to turn your passion for art and design/textiles into something more? Apply now to shape and design your creative future. Link in our Bio🔗
#Textiles #YourFutureYourChoice #OutstandingProgression
CHEMISTRY IN ACTION👩🔬
Our Chemistry students have been making their own aspirin just like scientists in the pharmaceutical industry! 💊
The aim for this was to find the correct chemical compounds and find out how pure their own aspirin was by testing its melting point, mirroring real-world drug development and quality control processes used in pharmaceutical labs.
If you`re interested in going into the medical industry or health care research, then apply to our science courses.
Apply using the link in our bio🔗
#OutstandingProgression #YourFutureYourChoice
IT & DIGITAL ALUMNI – Sawyer’s Journey 💻
After studying T Level Digital Support Services at Wilberforce, Sawyer progressed into the IT sector and is now a Network Engineer Apprentice within an Academy Trust across the Hull and East Riding area, alongside their role as an ICT Support Technician.
“My time at Wilberforce was defined by a welcoming and supportive environment. Staff were always approachable and willing to go the extra mile, and I really valued the wider college experience, from events like W-Days and Careers Fests to sessions with guest speakers. These opportunities helped shape my confidence and understanding of future career pathways. Since leaving, I’ve continued to build my IT skills and knowledge through hands-on experience in the workplace.”
Next on their career journey, Sawyer is completing a Level 4 Network Engineering Apprenticeship, developing both fundamental and advanced networking skills, supporting ICT services across schools and working towards progressing into a full Network Engineer role.
Interested in starting your own journey in IT and Digital at Wilberforce? Apply now and take the next step towards your future.
#YourFutureYourChoice #OutstandingOutcomes
TAKE THE FIRST STEP
Apply to Wilberforce College and access all the experiences and opportunities on offer!
📅 Apply now using the link in our bio because our interviews are happing right now!
#ApplyNow #YourFutureYourChoice #FutureFocused
THROWBACK THURSDAY! ⬅📸
Last term, our T Level Engineering students visited Willerby Caravans, gaining a behind-the-scenes look at the full production process. This insightful employer visit gave students the chance to connect their flat pack house project in the classroom with real-life manufacturing, meet industry professionals, and explore what a future career in engineering could look like.
Opening conversations around potential T Level placements and helping students consider where their skills could take them next. Your future career starts here at Wilberforce. Don’t miss your chance to be on our T Level course. College interviews are happening right now! Apply using the link in our bio 🔗
#WillerbyCaravans #TLevels #YourFutureYourChoice
EXPLORE, LEARN AND UPSKILL 🔍
At Wilberforce, your learning goes beyond the classroom! Our students get hands-on with our Upskilling and Enrichment sessions like strategic Warhammer battles and building computers from scratch.
These sessions help develop problem-solving, creativity, and technical skills giving you experiences that prepare you for future studies and careers.
Want to be part of a college where you can thrive? Apply now and secure your interview Link in Bio 🔗
#YourFutureYourChoice #ApplicationsAreOpen #StudentSkills #Upskilling #Enrichment
CRITIAL CARE
Our T Level Health students took part in an inspiring workshop with our partners CHCP, learning essential life-saving skills including CPR.
Building confidence through expert guidance and hands on practice. Our students can see the real impact of career in health and care.
Want to experience and gain life skills like this? Apply to Wilberforce using the link in our bio
#TLevelHealth #OutstandingExperiences #YourFutureYourChoice
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Wilberforce Sixth Form College & CEF: Powering Practical Engineering Success
This partnership exemplifies Wilberforce College’s commitment to practical, industry-aligned education, preparing students to succeed in engineering careers from day one. To celebrate achievement and professionalism, there has also…
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.
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
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!
