School Leavers At B&FC we focus our advice not simply on what you want to do now, but where you want to go in the future. We look at your career aspirations and make sure you take the right steps to stay on track and achieve your goals. Find my course We get it. Deciding what to do after you finish school isn't always easy. You might feel pressured to follow your friends. You might not even know what you want to do next. Or you may know exactly where you want to be, just not sure how to get there.At Blackpool and The Fylde College, we want you to make the right decision. Not for your friends. Not because someone else thinks you should. But because it's right for you. And because it will take you to where you want to be. What qualifications can I study?At B&FC, we have three routes to choose from:T LevelsDiplomasApprenticeshipsAll our school leaver qualifications focus on a single subject area allowing you to build a genuinely wide-ranging knowledge base. And because they are tailored to the needs of industry, you will pick up key skills and techniques that you will readily be able to apply once you're in work.You won't have to wait too long to practise these though, as industry placements are embedded in the curriculum on virtually all our 16-18 courses. Our diplomas offer short placements with the chance to work on live briefs, whilst our T Levels give you an extended period of time in the workplace allowing you to really develop your skills beyond the classroom. Apprenticeships, on the other hand, are 80% work-based with just one day a week in college. Blackpool and The Fylde College continues to deliver on T level success Read the full article Outstanding facilities - £4.75 million spent on upgrades in 2022/23 alone Widest choice of T Levels in the North-West Relevant industry placements with 1,800 employer partners What are my options? T Levels If you're academically strong but you have a skilled career route in mind, a T-Level will give you a head start into your chosen industry. Read more on T Levels Diplomas Our Diploma courses allow you to build specialist knowledge in a particular subject area with an emphasis on developing industry-relevant skills, helping you progress in your chosen career. Explore our Diplomas Apprenticeships An apprenticeship gives you the chance to work towards a nationally-recognised qualification and develop your career at the same time. Find out if an Apprenticeship is for you Why B&FC... Reasons to study at B&FC Engaging courses, expert tuition, rewarding industry placements, exceptional facilities - at B&FC we have it all. More reasons to choose B&FC Qualifications explained With so many options available once you finish school, it can be confusing knowing what to do next. Learn about qualifications to find your perfect course Institute of Technology at B&FC Being a part of IoT enables us to deliver the very best technical education, providing outstanding skills-based training across multiple technical industries. Discover IoT courses provided by B&FC 100% pass rate for T Levels in Science, Health, Education and Childcare Top 7% of FE Colleges nationwide 38% of our graduates in highly skilled industries earn more than £33,000 Don't take our word for it... Open Events Want to see what it's like to study at B&FC? Get a real feel for your future at one of our Open Events. Find out more and register for an Open Event Information for Parents We know that you want the very best for your kids whatever age they are and that includes making the right choices when it comes to their education too. More Information for Parents Careers Advice Whatever stage you're at on your career journey, our experience career advisers can support in making the right choices about your future. Plan your future with our Careers Advice Support HUB Financial Support Students aged 16-18 don't pay course fees. However, you may be entitled to financial and wellbeing support. Discover available Financial Support Study Support Our dedicated progress coaches work to ensure all our students, both academically and personally, have the best chance of success. View available Study Support Student Support & Wellbeing At B&FC we offer a comprehensive range of support services aimed at helping you reach your full potential. More on Student Support & Wellbeing Could you be the next Jamie? Jamie has just completed a T Level in Design, Surveying and Planning (Construction) achieving a Distinction Star, the highest grade possible! He's now off to university to study architecture and hopes to be designing the buildings of the future once he qualifies. What students say about B&FC... I've found it easier to make friends, talk to my tutors and get involved in activities here. - Tyler Minto, Level 3 Public Services (Uniformed) The support I've received from the tutors has been amazing - they will always go the extra mile to help if you ask! - Ben Armstrong, Level 2 Motor Vehicle Maintenance and Repair I've loved being at College so my advice would be to make the most of every day as it all goes so quickly in the end. - Claudiu Mathe, T Level Construction Don't be afraid to ask questions, be confident in yourself and remember, everything takes time so be patient too. - Hope Childs-Manley, Level 2 Hair and Media Make-Up The class sizes are smaller so there's plenty of one-to-one support and the range of equipment you can use is fantastic. - Kinga Wrobel, Level 3 Triple Diploma Photography The help here was great and I really felt part of a closely knit group. Everyone on the course supported each other which is probably why we all did so well. - Jessica Holroyd, T Level School Teaching The mix of coursework and exams really suited me and the placement allowed to experiment more than I would in the classroom which accelerated my learning. - Luke Hardwick, T Level Digital Production, Design & Development There is a relationship you can build with tutors here where you feel like you can always reach out for help with anything. - Oliver Penny, Level 3 Triple Diploma Aeronautical Engineering Doing a placement gave me a better insight into the kinds of careers I could go into. Before I started I wanted to become a midwife but I realised through the placement that a healthcare assistant was a better fit for me. - Molly Cook, T Level Health See your tutor as someone who is there to help and support you. You don't have to 'perform' like you may have felt you had to do in school. You're here to learn and the environment really supports that. - Tom Fox, Level 2 Culinary Skills The small class sizes meant I got to know my fellow students and tutors really well. I also enjoyed the fact that the course was very hands-on. - Ferne Skinner, Level 3 Animal Science The learning environment is fun and the tutors are really supportive. - Deetray Jarrett, Level 3 Sport & Fitness The tutors are great, very supportive and push you to perform to the best of your ability. It's also really friendly and everyone gets on. - Olivia Wright, Level 2 Travel & Tourism Prev Next School Liaison The College and School Liaison Team helps young people make informed choices about their future - matching study routes to needs and career ambitions. Meet the School Liaison Team All the little things that make a big differenceAs well as our standout facilities, great courses and industry expert tutors, there are lots of extra benefits to studying with us:Different catering options from street food to StarbucksDiscounted access to a gym and all weather pitchesStudent clubs and societies from cinema to D&DActive participation in charity events and the opportunity to compete in both B&FC and external competitionsGuest speakers and industry demonstrationsFREE and discounted travel to campusAnd much more besides... International Students International students do well here and quickly settle into our friendly environment. From visa guidance to financial support, we've got you covered. More for International Students Gateway to Further Education If you were unsuccessful in getting the grades you needed. Don't worry, here's your chance to get back on track. Learn about Gateway Courses How to Apply Make a start as soon as you can and you'll be one step closer to starting the next stage of your educational journey with us. Learn How to Apply What's next?Discover the right course for you using our Course Search.Check out our Prospectus page where you can download or view a prospectus online.Book a place at our next Open Event - a great opportunity to meet the tutors, ask questions and check out our facilities.Contact our Course Enquiries Team if you have any questions or concerns:Call: 01253 504343Email: info@blackpool.ac.uk Scroll to Top