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Step-by-step

  • Step 1 Apply

    Once you have found your chosen course, you can submit your application by clicking the Apply Online button.

    If you are still unsure about your options you can get in contact with the Student Services team who will provide you with impartial careers information, advice and guidance. Alternatively, you can access the National Careers Service where you can explore careers, learn more about your current skills and review job profiles for sectors you are considering.

  • Step 2 Interview

    You will have the opportunity to talk to the subject tutor who will review your application and offer you further advice and guidance on your chosen career.

    This is also an opportunity for you to make sure that this is the right course for you and have all your questions answered. You may need to complete an assessment to make sure you are studying at the right level.

  • Step 3 Offer

    Once you have attended your interview, we will issue you an offer letter confirming one of the below offer types based on your actual or predicted grades.

    Conditional: Offer is conditional subject to meeting the course entry criteria.

    Unconditional: You have achieved the grades required.

  • Step 4 Enrol

    Once you have accepted the offer you can now enrol with Waltham Forest College. Details will be shared on how to confirm your place and successfully enrol on your course. If you didn’t do as well as you hoped in your school exams - do not panic! We will offer further advice and guidance and offer you an appropriate level of study, often leading to your first choice at a later date.

Find a course that's right for you

16-18 year olds

A Levels T Levels Vocational (BTECs) GCSEs Apprenticeships Foundation Learning

Adults

Access to Higher Education Full-time and Part-time ESOL, English and Maths Commercial Skills Training

Asylum seekers support

If you are an asylum seeker and need assistance with your college application, we invite you to attend one of our Open Events, or reach out to us via email at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. for support.

When you come to enrol, please bring your Section 95 documentation or proof of asylum seeker status. Look for the Asylum Seeker and Refugee Support banner at enrolment for additional help and guidance. During enrolment, you can also apply for the Hardship Fund to get financial support to cover essential needs like food, clothing, transportation or medical costs.

Once you are enrolled, we will continue to provide ongoing support with advice and assistance throughout your time with us.

Unsure about which route to take?

If you are unsure of your course or career options, our highly commended Student Services Team is on hand to offer you impartial careers information, advice and guidance to help you to take control of and make informed decisions in terms of your next steps, job and career change, training and promotion.