Adult and Part-time Students Frequently Asked Enrolment Questions

There’s never been a better time to join Northern College!

To find out more before you enrol, below are a few frequently asked questions.

Don’t worry if you need any further help; get in touch with our Information Team via email info@barnsley.ac.uk or telephone: 01226 216 123.

We will be with you every step of the way.

Mel Jenkinson
Director of Student Recruitment

I've not applied for anything yet

Don’t worry, it’s not too late! we have courses running throughout the year. Search for the course you would like to study and apply.

When will I enrol and what happens?

We will send you an email with your date and time to enrol. 

You will meet the tutor and discuss the course/career plans*

Please bring any certificates for proof of your qualifications (where applicable). 

You will be required to provide ID at enrolment. Photographic ID is preferred, but we accept the following:

• Passport
• Driving licence
• ID card or other form of national ID
• National Insurance card
• Certificate of entitlement to funding
• Bank/credit/debit card

You will log into your OnTrack account and check your details and accept the enrolment.

We will take your photograph and issue you with your student ID card.

You will be given details about when your classes will start. 

Do I need to bring any ID when I enrol?

Yes, you will be required to provide ID at enrolment. Photographic ID is preferred, but we accept the following:

• Passport
• Driving licence
• ID card or other form of national ID
• National Insurance card
• Certificate of entitlement to funding
• Bank/credit/debit card

Do I have to pay for my course?

Information can be found on the Fees and Funding page.

For information on whether you are entitled to funding on a course please call our friendly Information Team on 01226 216 123 or email: info@barnsley.ac.uk

I will be on holiday when it is enrolment, what can I do?

Please contact our Admissions Team via email: interviews@barnsley.ac.uk or telephone: 01226 216 106 who will inform the subject area and suggest an alternative date.

Will I get any financial support?

There are a number of different financial support schemes on offer for students studying at Northern College and many students study thier course for free. Please be aware that students are not automatically entitled to funding, an application form and proof of household income should be submitted for assessment.

Visit the Fees and Funding page for further information.

Need an English or Maths qualification to progress?

We offer both Functional Skills and GCSE level qualifications and you will sit an assessment before enrolling so we know which level is best for you.

Functional Skills courses are FREE for anyone aged 19 or over who lives in South Yorkshire.

GCSE courses are FREE for anyone aged 19 or over, who lives in South Yorkshire and doesn’t already hold a grade C/4 in the subject.

For more information visit our English and Maths qualifications for adults 19+ page.