Value proposition

Your education is our passion

At Burnley College, we place the learner at the very heart of everything we do. We are committed to Building Futures and Changing Lives – whether they are coming to us for:

Post-GCSE studies
Starting or boosting your career through a Themis Apprenticeship
Completing a university-level or post-graduate course
Studying for a professional accreditation
Gaining vital qualifications to change career or gain promotion
Learning a new skill
Finding a new hobby.

We are proud of our strong tradition of raising aspirations across East Lancashire and empowering learners of all ages to make a difference: not only to their own lives, but to their families, their communities and industries.

We may reflect and look back on our success but, as a College, we are continually moving forward. We are embracing the very latest technologies, teaching methods and industry developments to ensure that all our learners are in the best possible position to embrace the opportunities that their learning can offer.

We are proud to be the Number 1 College in England*. We are proud, each year, to celebrate the outstanding achievements of all our learners and see them achieve their goals and to support our amazing Tutors, Lecturers and Trainers as they are recognised nationally and internationally for their skills, passion and commitment.

We reach these amazing heights by working together as one Burnley College family, a safe and supportive learning community where everyone matters. Together we share one vision – to Build Futures and Change Lives.

*in the latest official Government statistics for 18-19 achievement levels


Apprenticeships, Business Training, University Education, T Levels, Vocational Studies, A Levels, Short Courses, and Business Development Support