Post 16, Colleges & Universities
UNIVERSITIES
The University of Sheffield
Everything you need to know about the University of Sheffield. Courses, research, campus, accommodation etc.
www.shef.ac.uk
Courses and Prospectuses
Sheffield Hallam University
Undergraduate courses, postgraduate courses, part-time courses, distance learning, research, business
www.shu.ac.uk
Courses
The Open University
The Open University (OU) is the United Kingdom's only university dedicated to distance learning. For most courses there are no previous qualifications required to study, you have to be aged 18 when your course starts but there is no upper age limit
www.open.ac.uk
Courses and Prospectuses
The University of the Third Age
Its main purpose is to encourage lifelong learning for those no longer in full time gainful employment.
www.u3a.org.uk
sheffieldu3a.org.uk
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UCAS
UCAS is the central organisation that processes applications for full-time undergraduate courses at UK universities and colleges.
www.ucas.com
Universities UK
The "essential voice" of all the UK universities. Visit their site for a full A-Z list of universities with links to all the websites.
www.universitiesuk
COLLEGES
Barnsley College
Barnsley College offers you an incredible range of courses. There really is something for everyone.
It is possible to study at College in the daytime, evening, or even at weekends. There are programmes you can study from the comfort of your own home, or in your local community.
We also have structured programmes tailored specifically for you, whether you are an adult returner, school leaver, or thinking about taking on a degree.
www.barnsley.ac.uk
www.barnsley.ac.uk/courses
Sheffield College
The Sheffield College offers you an opportunity to learn, train, socialise and have fun in a great atmosphere that brings learning to life all over the city and region. It's the choice of thousands of students every year who come for the huge range of courses that suit every possible ability, interest and ambition.
www.sheffcol.ac.uk
Rotherham College of Arts and Technology
About the college, course information, prospective students, latest news
www.rotherham.ac.uk
Rother Valley College
www.rothervalley.ac.uk
Dearne Valley College
As a Further Education college serving local communities in South Yorkshire, we are proud to offer excellent education and training opportunities within our purpose built campus. We have an excellent range of facilities on offer to improve your learning experience and aim to provide a friendly safe environment for learners.
www.dearne-coll.ac.uk
Hillcroft College
Hillcroft is the only college for women within the adult residential sector in the UK. It exists to help women change their lives through learning and is open to women aged 19 or over. There are no entrance qualifications and grants are available to cover costs for most students. A special feature is additional support to enable women who have previously struggled in education to achieve success.
Students can attend the college on a full-time or part time basis. The college offers programmes of study leading on to University. There are also courses for women seeking to find work or return to the job market after a break or boost skills and gain management qualifications. In addition there are assertiveness and personal development courses to boost self esteem and build confidence." www.hillcroft.ac.uk
Thomas Rotherham College
www.thomroth.ac.uk
Doncaster College
www.don.ac.uk
Course Information
Northern College
The Northern College is a residential college set in its own magnificent buildings and grounds. It is dedicated to the education and training of men and women who are without formal qualifications and are seeking to return to learning.
www.northern.ac.uk
Short Course Information
Freeman College, Sheffield
The Old Chapel, 8 Mortimer Street, Sheffield, S1 4SF
Ruskin Mill Educational Trust (RMET) has opened a new specialist college, together with a range of additional facilities, in Sheffield. The new college is called Freeman College and will be offering places to young people aged between 16 and 25 who are unable to attend general further education college due to learning difficulties associated with developmental delay. .
www.rmet.org.uk
Promoting Adult Education
Workers Educational Association (WEA)
WEA, Sheffield Learning Centre, 3 Vicarage Road, Sheffield, S9 3RH
Telephone 0114 2423609
email:rwells@wea.org.uk or dpittaway@wea.org.uk
Website: www.wea.org.uk
Vision
Our vision is to be the recognised voice of adult learners, and the leading provider of adult and community learning in the UK by any standard.
Mission
The WEA is a 21st Century, democratic, voluntary adult education movement, committed to widening participation and to enabling people to realise their full potential through learning.
Aims
To involve learners, volunteers, members and other partners in:
- Influencing and campaigning on behalf of adult learners
- Removing barriers to learning
- Being responsive in the heart of communities
- Making the most effective use of all our resources
- Promoting learning for life
- Changing and enriching lives through learning - at individual and community levelsPromoting adult education worldwide
Values
Creating equality and opportunity, and challenging discrimination
Believing in people, communities and their potential to change through Education
Putting the learner at the centre of everything we do
Challenging and questioning ourselves
The Workers' Educational Association (WEA) is the UK's largest voluntary provider of adult education. Ever since it was founded in 1903, in order to support the educational needs of working men and women, the WEA has maintained its commitment to provide access to education and learning for adults from all backgrounds, and in particular those who have previously missed out on education.
Student Unions
University of Sheffield Union of Students
News, listings, entertainment, bars & cafes, shops & services, activities and sport, union democracy, representation, advice, umail
www.shef.ac.uk/union
Sheffield Hallam University Union of Students
The Union provides many opportunities to enhance your university experience, personal development and employability in a safe, enjoyable way.
www.hallamunion.com
