You'll find that there is so much more to experience at Hartlepool Sixth Form College than studying.

Universities and employers are looking for more than a qualification. During your time with us, we will provide you with a great experience and lots of opportunities so you can develop the skills and qualities that they demand.

We will provide you with amazing enrichment opportunities and extra-curricular activities to help you develop essential life and employability skills.

Skills competitions

You'll have the opportunity to challenge yourself and showcase your newly developed skills and talent in regional, national and even international competitions. They will look great on your CV and will develop your high-level technical skills. They will also build your confidence and resilience and will help you to develop valuable skills.  

You could take part in

– National and international trips and visits
– Community engagement (e.g. cultural festivals and local projects)
– Clubs and societies (e.g. the debating society, film club and biology club)
– On the Bring, our sixth form college theatre group

Find the School Leaver course for you

Compared to school, you will find that Hartlepool Sixth Form College is a more mature environment.  

You will be treated like an adult and an individual, which will help you become more independent and better prepared for your next steps after college, whether that is to further study or a job.

You can get involved in a range of activities, form volunteering and social action projects to work placements and project-based learning.

Volunteering and social action

There is so much more to experience at Hartlepool Sixth Form College than studying! Get involved in national social action projects and raise money for our local charities and communities, join our various clubs and societies or volunteer at major events such as the Tall Ships.

Work placements

Taking part in work experience or an industry placement will give you the edge in the job market and ensure you develop the skills, knowledge and experience that employers love! It also shows you are motivated and keen to develop yourself and will give you an exciting insight into a future career.

Project-based learning

Our exciting project-based learning initiative is designed to bring the classroom and the world of work closer together. You will work with employers and industry expert and produce innovative ideas and solutions to real world issues and scenatios. You will work with employers and industry experts and produce innovative ideas and solutions to real world issues and scenarios.