Enrolment:
Start shaping your future

Thinking of joining us and not yet applied?

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We can’t wait for you to join us in September and we hope you are getting excited about starting your course. Before you start you will need to enrol, and so we have put together all the information you need to help you prepare for your enrolment slot.

Important

If you have any questions, can’t find what you are looking for or just want to speak with someone, our Enrolment Team is here to help. Don’t hesitate to call or drop us a message via our online chat.

The shape of enrolment:

  • Following your offer, you will receive a link to book your enrolment slot. This link should be with you by the end of July (please contact us if you don’t receive this)
  • Use your link to book your enrolment slot via our Pro Portal system
  • Attend your booked enrolment slot. You will need to bring your ID with you (see list below), proof of your National Insurance Number and proof of your exam results
  • If you think you may be entitled to any financial support you will need to also bring the evidence needed for this
  • Once enrolled you will be given your start date at college
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Enrolment checklist

Don’t forget to bring:

Your results
We can’t enrol you without evidence of your exam results. This could be an exam slip, letter from your school or your certificates.

National Insurance Number
Please bring proof of your NI number – this can be your National Insurance card or a tax or benefits letter

ID
See below for acceptable forms of ID

Enrolment checklist

Don’t forget to bring

Your results

We can’t enrol you without evidence of your exam results. This could be an exam slip, letter from your school or your certificates.

National Insurance Number

Please bring proof of your NI number – this can be your National Insurance card or a tax or benefits letter

ID

See below for acceptable forms of ID

If you’re 16-18

One form of ID is required from the list below to enrol:

  • Passport
  • Driving Licence
  • ID Card or other form of national identification
  • Certificate of Entitlement to Funding
  • Bank/Credit/Debit Card
  • Bus Pass
  • Utility Bill
  • JCP Documentation
  • Other Benefit Evidence
  • Continuing Student with Leeds City College (Existing Student ID)
  • Government ID

If you’re over 19+

If you have any previous qualifications please bring evidence of these.

You will need to bring one form of photo ID such as a:

  • Passport
  • Driving Licence
  • ID Card or other form of national identification
  • Bus Pass

Proof of address:

  • Utility Bill
  • Bank Statement
  • Council Tax Bill

Evidence of your nationality/residency

If you have not been living in the UK for three years before your course starts (or before 1st September 2026, if you are aged 16-18), you will need to bring evidence of your current immigration permission in the UK (for example, passport and biometric residence permit, Home Office letter, ARC card).

If your immigration permission was granted on the basis of your relationship to another person, you will need to provide evidence of that relationship (for example, birth certificate, marriage/civil partnership certificate).

If you’re not a British citizen please also bring evidence of your right to reside in the UK.

So now you know what you need to bring to your enrolment slot. Why not sit back and watch some of our College Life videos and start to imagine yourself shaping your future here at Leeds City College.

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Financial and Welfare Support

Here at Leeds City College we don’t want finance to be a barrier to study. We offer a range of financial support to students to help with the costs associated with studying. You may be able to access support with travel, meals, childcare, fees and course related costs if you meet certain eligibility criteria.

For full details of the support available to you, if you are:

16-19 years old – visit Financial and Welfare Support for 16-19 Students

Over 19 – visit Financial and Welfare Support for 19+ Students

Important

Funds are limited, so eligible students are advised to apply immediately after their enrolment. Staff will be available to support you to apply using the Student Financial Support Fund online application form which will be emailed to you.

Frequently Asked Questions

We hope these FAQs address any concerns you may have. If you can’t find the answer to your question please get in touch, our friendly team is ready to help. Using our online chat is the best way to speak to us and get the information you are looking for.

What happens when I visit campus?
You will be welcomed by a friendly member of staff who will speak to you about your next steps. Whether this is advising you on your post-GCSE options or helping you to find a course based around your interests, we can help. Visiting campus will also give you a good feel for the place.
I’ve received a college offer but didn’t get the required grades, what should I do?
Speak to us, we are here to help! When we gave you an offer we will have invited you to book an enrolment time. Attend your enrolment slot and one of our curriculum team will help discuss your options and help you find the right course at the right level for you.
I’ve received a college offer but have changed my mind about which course I want to do, what should I do?
Speak to us, you still have time to change your course. Come to your booked enrolment appointment and talk to us about the course you would like to change to and we can give you advice on your next steps.
When will I get my college card, lanyard and timetable?
You will usually receive these during your college induction. Your tutor or a member of your course department will contact you to arrange this.
I haven’t applied for a college course yet, is it too late?

Not at all. You still have time to find your perfect course and make an application. Take a look at our course pages where you can find details of our vocational courses, apprenticeships and T Levels.

If you’re not sure what you want to study, contact our friendly team and we’ll be able to talk you through your options. If we can’t enrol you onto your dream course, we will be able to offer advice on what you can do next.

I haven’t received an invitation, or am struggling, to book an enrolment slot, what should I do?

If you are having difficulty booking an enrolment slot, or if you haven’t received an email inviting you to do so by 31st July, please contact us on 0113 386 1997.

I am a SEND student - will I be able to get help with enrolment?
Absolutely. If you are a SEND student and require support to enrol, please contact our SEND team, who will be happy to advise.
I have an EHCP, will I be able to get help with enrolment?
Absolutely. If you declared an EHCP when you applied for your place, a member of the SEND team will be in touch with you, to discuss any support you may need during enrolment.
I am already a student returning to college, when do I start in September?

The department you are studying with will contact you to arrange your return date to college and detail any information regarding what you need to bring with you.

How can I get help with funding, welfare and childcare?

For full details of the support available to students, please visit our Financial and Welfare Support pages:

For 16-19 year olds, visit Financial and Welfare Support for 16-19 Students.

For over 19s, visit Financial and Welfare Support for 19+ Students

What happens if I cannot attend enrolment in person? What if I am away during the enrolment period?

If you are not able to attend college at any time between 20 August and 4 September, you MUST contact us so that we can arrange another date. If you are unable to attend and you do not contact us, we will assume that you no longer want the place on your course.

Contacting us will allow us to make alternative arrangements and ensure you are able to start your course in September. Email contact@leedscitycollege.ac.uk to let us know.

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I still have questions, how do I contact you?

We are here to help, the best way to get in touch is via our Online Chat, but you can also:

Email: contact@leedscitycollege.ac.uk
Call: 0113 386 1997