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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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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
WILBERFORCE ALUMNI - Elliott`s Journey 🎓
After achieving an A in Spanish, B in History and Distinction* in Information Technology at Wilberforce in 2023, Elliott is now a Marketing Executive at FASTSIGNS Hull.
"After Wilberforce, I completed a Level 3 Digital Marketing Apprenticeship, which led to my role as a Marketing Executive at FASTSIGNS Hull. Alongside this, I volunteer with the Tigers Trust and manage social media projects in my own time to keep building my skills. During my time at Wilberforce I enjoyed the college environment, having free periods around my lessons also being able to meet new people and strengthen friendships."📱
Inspired by Elliott`s Journey? Find out more about our marketing course, Link in bio🔗 #OutstandingOutcomes #YourFutureYourChoice
VISUAL INSPIRATION 💡
Recently A Level Art and Digital Imaging students took a trip to @ferensartgallery to look at different techniques and the context in which an artist uses them and apply this to their own work back in the classroom.
They also visited the open, looking at local artists work Ian Hinley and spoke about how they could enter themselves and potentially show work.
Are you interested in studying a visual arts course? Then apply using the link in our bio 🔗
@wilberforce_art
#FerensArtGallery #CreativeSubjects #YourFutureYourChoice #OutstandingExperiences #OutstandingProgression
A-LEVEL ALUMNI – Danielle’s Journey ⚖️
After achieving A* in Sociology, A in Business and a B in Law at Wilberforce in 2020, Danielle is now a Trainee Solicitor at Gosschalks Solicitors.👩⚖️
“My time at Wilberforce was an important step in shaping both my confidence and my future career. One thing that really stood out during my time there was the level of support and encouragement offered by the staff. Thanks to their support, I had my first introduction to law, which sparked my interest and helped me understand what a career in this field could look like. Beyond that, the college helped me explore different career opportunities by arranging work experience and guiding me through university applications. I also developed practical skills like communication, teamwork, and problem-solving that I rely on every day. Honestly, if it wasn’t for Wilberforce, I wouldn’t be where I am today.” 🎯
Want to follow in Danielle’s footsteps? Apply Now and start your journey at Wilberforce Link in bio 🔗
#YourFutureYourChoice #OutstandingOutcomes
INTERVIEW TIPS
We caught up with our current 1st years and asked them their top tips for interview season. Looking back at their own experience and what they would have wished they knew last year when they were in the same position as you.
If you’d like to secure an interview at Wilberforce, then first you need to complete your application. 👉
Take a look at the applicant journey in more detail via the link in our bio 🔗
#InterviewTips #Year11 #YourFutureYourChoice
ENGINEERING ALUMNI – Jacobs Journey 🗜
After achieving Distinction*, Distinction, Distinction in Engineering at Wilberforce in 2023, Jacob is now a Second Year Engineering Apprentice at Reckitt Benckiser, gaining hands-on 👋experience in electro-mechanical breakdowns and planned maintenance while studying for his Higher National Certificate (HNC).
“Studying Engineering at Wilberforce was an amazing experience. I loved having time to explore my interests, make friends, and develop as a person. The teachers were always there to push me, support me when I struggled and go above and beyond to make sure I got the best learning experience. Wilberforce gave me the skills and confidence I needed to start my career.” 💫
Next up on his career journey, Jacob is gaining skills in machining and panel building, progressing onto a Higher National Diploma (HND) in 2027, and completing an IET-accredited apprenticeship to become a registered Engineering Technician.
To find out more about Engineering opportunities at Wilberforce, book and visit our Future Student Event, this coming Wednesday (14 Jan). link in bio #WilberforceForYorFuture #Engineering #Apprenticeships
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!
