Dearne Valley College

Whether you’re about to finish College or sixth form, or you want to return to study, Dearne Valley College (DVC) offers a range of Higher Education courses designed to suit your lifestyle and career aspirations. Our part-time courses are ideal for those who may already be working but want to gain a nationally recognised Higher Education qualification to progress their career.

Why Study Higher Education at Dearne Valley College?

No upfront costs, as our Higher Education students can access tuition fee loans

Affordable fees and help with your Student Finance application

Support via the Higher Education Access to Learning fund for those in financial hardship

Academically qualified and industry experienced staff plus regular guest speaker sessions

Supportive environment with access to a dedicated Higher Education Study Skills Tutor

Small class sizes and one-to-one support

A timetable specifically designed to fit work, home and lifestyle commitments around your studies

Excellent support services including pre and on-programme study skills support, careers guidance, counselling, sports academies plus much more

Excellent on-site facilities including free car parking, Job Zone, diner, learning centre, sports centre, salon and restaurant

Courses have been designed in collaboration with employers, ensuring you will gain skills demanded by modern-day industry

Visits and residential excursions to industry-related venues, businesses and destinations

Partnerships with outstanding universities, with our Foundation Degrees being validated by Teesside University, one of the UK’s top universities