The Pre-Programme Experience events are designed to give our incoming students the opportunity to meet their tutors and get a feel for the Further Education programme area they are looking to join.
Invites have been sent via email to all eligible applicants for Further Education courses.
KEY POINTS
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Pre-Programme Experience Events are invite only – if you are not on the list then we will not be able to admit you!
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Events will run strictly to set timings. If you are late then you may not be able to attend the event!
YOUR EVENT
your invite
You will receive an invite to your Pre-Programme Experience event via email. This will include the link to this page which contains all of the details of the event.
Please note: You will only be invited to one Pre-Programme Experience event unless you have an active application for both A Levels and a Vocational alternative and have not yet decided which pathway to choose as your firm choice.
Attend your event
On the date of your event please come to the Registration venue at the appointed time. There will be signage and staff on hand to direct you to the required venue.
Registration will be open 30 minutes prior to the event start time, and it is important that you have registered by the advertised start time.
get involved
Our team of industry experienced teachers will guide you through the event and give you a real flavour of your course area and taste of what it’s like to be a student at Loughborough College.
have any questions?
During your event you’ll have the opportunity to ask any questions that come to mind!
If you think of any questions after the event, get in touch and we’ll be happy to help!
NOT HAD AN INVITE?
Don’t panic! it may have got lost in your spam folder, so start by checking there, but if not get in touch!
PRE-PROGRAMME EVENTS SCHEDULE
Please see below for the planned timetable of Pre-Programme Experience events. Please note that events are invite only, so if you arent expected you wont be able to attend.
| Programme Area | Date of Event | Start Time | End Time | Registration Location |
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| Hospitality & Travel | 23rd June | 12:00 | 16:00 | Radmoor Sports Hall |
| Sport Fe | 24th June | 09:00 | 15:00 | Radmoor Sports Hall |
| Business | 24th June | 11:00 | 15:00 | Radmoor Sports Hall |
| Hair & Beauty | 24th June | 11:00 | 15:00 | Radmoor Sports Hall |
| Sixth Form (event 1) | 25th June | 09:00 | 16:00 | Radmoor Sports Hall |
| Games/media | 25th June | 11:00 | 16:00 | Radmoor Sports Hall |
| Digital | 25th June | 11:00 | 16:00 | Radmoor Sports Hall |
| Electrical Installation | 26th June | 09:00 | 15:00 | Radmoor Sports Hall |
| Engineering, Inc Space | 26th June | 11:00 | 16:00 | Radmoor Sports Hall |
| Caring Services | 27th June | 09:00 | 15:30 | Radmoor Sports Hall |
| Public Services | 27th June | 09:00 | 15:30 | Radmoor Sports Hall |
| Art & Design | 27th June | 11:00 | 15:00 | Radmoor Sports Hall |
| Sixth Form (event 2) | 30th June | 09:00 | 16:00 | Radmoor Sports Hall |
| Sixth Form (event 3) | 1st July | 09:00 | 16:00 | Radmoor Sports Hall |
PLEASE NOTE
You will only be able to attend an event that you have been invited to join.
FREQUENTLYASKED QUESTIONS
Here are some of the most frequently asked questions that we receive, if you have a question that isn’t answered here please get in touch.
What is a Pre-Programme event?
This taster event is your opportunity to come into College and spend some time with your College tutors and prospective classmates before you start in September. Each subject area does their event differently, but you can expect to be involved in activities relating to your chosen course.
What happens if I can't attend?
Just let us know! We will update your record and will tell your tutors. We will then invite you to your Registration and Enrolment day. Dates will be sent to you in due course.
I want to come with both of my Parents/Guardians is this ok?
This event is only aimed at applicants, and not their Parents/Guardians or friends. It is aimed at giving you a real experience of what it means to be a student in the area you are applying to, which is why we take this approach. You will be fine. However if you have any concerns please contact us and we will be happy to raise this further on your behalf with any required support service. Contact us at eventreply@loucoll.ac.uk and we will be happy to help.
My friends’ event is on another day, can I go with them?
Unfortunately not! You must only attend the event you have been invited to, as this will be the course you have chosen to apply for. If your friend is invited on another day it is because they have chosen to apply for a different course. If you’ve changed your mind about what you’d like to study please contact us at eventreply@loucoll.ac.uk
What should I do if I want to change my course after I’ve been to my Pre programme event?
Over the last few years the College has been over subscribed and has had to run waiting lists for several course areas. If you think that you might want to change your mind at this stage contact the Student Recruitment team on 01509 618375 or at eventreply@loucoll.ac.uk and they will look at any course options that may still be available to you at this time.
What happens after I have been for my Pre-programme event?
Next you will be invited to complete your Registration to College, likely in early August. After that, your Course Sign up meeting will take place on or after GCSE results day on Thursday 21st August 2025. We will send further details on these stages over the coming weeks.
WHAT HAPPENS NEXT
Now you’ve attended your pre-programme event, it’d be good to know what’s next! So here’s what will happen!
YOUR OFFER
The course area you have applied for will receive your completion details as well as any questions that you may have.
You will hear from our excellent Student Recruitment Team within 5 working days if a conditional offer has been made or what the next steps will be!
PRE PROGRAMME EXPERIENCE
Once you have attended an Applicant Event and accepted your course offer, you will be invited to attend a Pre-Programme Experience event in June/July 2024.
These events are aimed at giving you a full taster of the outstanding Loughborough College Student experience.
REGISTRATION & ENROLMENT
Next, you will be invited to complete your online registration in early August.
Finally, on or after GCSE results day on Thursday 21st August, you will be invited in to a Sign Up meeting with the course area you have applied for. They will review your GCSE results with you and then Sign You up to the appropriate course and level of study.
WELCOME TO COLLEGE
You're all set and ready to start college in September 2025.
Sit back, relax, enjoy the rest of the summer break and get ready to join the Loughborough College Experience.
HAVE QUESTIONS?
Don’t forget if you have any questions about next steps or would like to speak to someone about your application or options please get in touch!
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GET IN TOUCH
Hopefully we’ve covered most of the questions and information that you wanted to know, and you’ve enjoyed your pre-programme event!
However if you’ve got a question, or need any other information, get in touch and one of our expert advisors will be able to help!
Look forward to hearing from you soon!