Higher Education
Degree and University level courses, right on your doorstep and in the heart of your community.
At Grantham College & University Centre, we believe that university-level education should be accessible at any stage of life. Whether you’re continuing your journey after further education, looking to enhance your current skills, or considering a complete career change, our Higher Education courses are designed to help you achieve your ambitions.
We offer flexible study options including HNCs, HNDs, Foundation Degree and a range of BA (Hons) top‑up courses available.
Studying with us means you can benefit from:
- A wide range of full and part-time university-level courses
- Lower tuition fees than many traditional universities, with access to loans and financial support
- Familiar surroundings
- The opportunity to stay close to friends and family
- Smaller class sizes for a more personalised learning experience
- Strong industry links that connect your studies to real-world opportunities
- A supportive environment with local learning right in the heart of your community
- Industry-standard facilities and equipment to enhance your learning experience
- Access to additional learning support
“Excellent tutoring and support at all times throughout the course, even though it is just ‘part time’. Safe and comfortable environment with a mix of modern and older equipment, which is more realistic to what you would find in real industry.” James Whittle
“I love the Foundation Course at Grantham college. I love how well we work together to achieve our aspirations, share our experiences and collectively think together to shed some light from all different backgrounds. ” Lauren Rudd
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Why study at Grantham College University Centre for HE?
Small class sizes
Our small class sizes of between 12 and 15 students mean that you will always get lots of contact time with staff; this also offers a more personal approach to learning in an environment where you matter.
Excellent student support
All students who enrol onto a course are allocated a personal tutor. They will monitor and support you with your academic progress and provide help when necessary. There are also a wide range of support services available to you whilst studying at Grantham College. These include learning support tailored to your needs, careers advice and guidance, counselling, mental health support and study skills. All of our staff are experts within their fields, having many years of recent and relevant experience in their area, that means they know what you will need in order to follow a career in your chosen path.
Great value Higher Education
Our fees are lower than most universities. Plus, you can apply for a student loan to cover the costs of course fees. You may also be able to apply for various grants and loans to support your learning
Save money living at home
Studying locally can substantially reduce your living costs such as rent and food, compared to moving away to university
Employer Links
We will prepare you for your career in the workplace as you develop the skills employers are looking for. We have links with local, regional and national employers across a variety of subject areas
Industry Standard Facilities
Our new IoT building and sustainable Energy Centre offer the latest technology, software and industry standard equipment to train you for the careers of the future
Flexible Learning
Attendance for your course at college will be no more than two days a week meaning study can fit around your own commitments - you also have the option to spend more time in college studying independently.
Dedicated University Centre
Grantham College offers a wide range of Higher Education/University Level Courses. We offer provision independently and also work in partnership with Bishop Grosseteste University and Edexcel. Higher level courses, right on your doorstep and in the heart of your community.
Dedicated University CentreWork Ready for the 21st Century
All of our staff are experts within their fields, having many years of recent and relevant experience in their area, that means they know what you will need in order to follow a career in your chosen path
Work-ready for the 21st CenturyStudent Finance
You may be able to borrow money to help pay for university or college tuition fees and to help with living costs. You might get extra money on top of this, for example if you’re on a low income, are disabled or have children.
Financial SupportAccess to Higher Education
If you need a flexible and confidence-enhancing course to get you back into education, then our highly successful Access to Higher Education course is for you.
Access to HE
