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Enrol for September 2024

It's not too late to apply! Limited Places Available for September 2023

If you’re still undecided what to do next, didn’t get the grades or have changed your mind about your first choice, the good news is there is still time for us to help you find the perfect course for September.  

We have limited places available on a range of higher education and part-time day and evening courses including Hair & Beauty, Business & Computing, Catering, Health & Social Care and Hospitality & Tourism. 

Places are filling up fast so make sure to apply online or call into your local campus to discuss your options with our friendly staff to grab your place!

Need Help with your application or have any queries?

Application enquiries - admissions@nrc.ac.uk


Here are some simple instructions and useful FAQs to help you on your way to become a student at Northern Regional College.

Before you come in….

Upload your results and proof of ID on the admissions portal – this will speed up your enrolment process. Follow steps 2-4 under enrolment process below.

What you must have on the day….

To complete your enrolment, you will need to bring the following (if you have not already uploaded these to the admissions portal):

  • Proof of photographic ID and results/certificates and any further documentation outlined in Step 4 specific for Work-based learning courses - (Training/Apprenticeships)

What to expect on the day…

  • Enrolment is when you officially become a student at Northern Regional College. There are number of stages to the enrolment process. Allow up to one hour!
  • If you have met the entry requirements and there are places left on your first preference course, staff will validate your results and you will be enrolled onto this course.
  • Where there are more applicants than places on the course, we will get all your details and place your name on a waiting list.
  • Don’t panic if you haven’t met the entry requirements or even applied yet, there are loads of courses and options that can be discussed on the day. But you need to come in and see us!
  • Once enrolled, you will be contacted by the College via email with your induction information and start date.
  • Staff will also be available to provide advice and guidance on support services such as education and financial support.
  • We advise that you enrol as soon as possible, as some courses fill up quickly.

Online Enrolment Process

If you have already applied and waiting your results – jump straight to steps 2 - 4.

Step 1: Apply Online

  • Use the search box to find courses that you would be interested in applying for at www.nrc.ac.uk. Add the course you would like to apply for to your basket by clicking ADD COURSE TO BASKET.
  • You can add up to five courses to your basket. When you have finished adding courses to your basket, select Apply Now and you will be redirected to the online admissions portal.
  • You will need to log in to your account.
  • Check all the information we have for your application is correct.
  • Upload a copy of the ID requested and exam results.
  • Select submit application.
  • Select your course preference – i.e First or Second choice. You don’t have to pick 5 but chose at least 3 that are in some way connected. Enrolment will be based on your highest preference, where possible.

Step 2: Login to the application portal

  • Review your application(s) – if you would like to amend your course preference, change or withdraw your application(s) contact admissions@nrc.ac.uk
  • Accept or reject your offer - if you have not already done so.

Step 3: When you receive your results

  • Log in to the application portal
  • Select "Evidence" from the navigation menu on the left-hand side of the webpage
  • Select "Evidence Type"
  • Select the "Choose Files" button in the "File(s) To Upload" section.
  • Select the file you need to upload
  • Select "UPLOAD". NOTE: The results you have uploaded must match the information you have provided within the qualifications section of your application.

Step 4: Please ensure you have uploaded the following information:

  • Proof of ID (We require one form of photographic ID. If you have legally changed your name, please provide evidence of this).
  • Results, Certificates or other evidence of results (If you do not provide evidence of how you meet the entry criteria to the course, we will not be able to enrol you on the course)
  • For Work-based learning courses (Training/Apprenticeships) you must upload the following additional documentation to the evidence section:
    Optician Verification Form (Electrical Installation Applicants ONLY)
    Employer Response Form/Documentation (Apprenticeships or Work Placements)
    National Insurance Number (an official letter from HMRC or a copy of your National Insurance card) 

Once you have completed all the steps above please make your way to your nearest campus so we can verify your results and process your enrolment.

Step 5: Verification of results

Staff will now validate your results.

If you have met the entry requirements and there are places left on your first preference course, you will then be enrolled onto this course and contacted by the College with your induction information.

Where there are more applicants than places on the course, we will place your name on a waiting list.

Step 6: Induction

Once enrolled, you will receive an email from the College providing your induction details such as start date and time.

 


Need Help?

Application/Technical enquiries – admissions@nrc.ac.uk
Careers enquiries – careers@nrc.ac.uk
Education support – educationsupport@nrc.ac.uk
Student Finance – studentfinance@nrc.ac.uk
Student Support – student.support@nrc.ac.uk
Exams (Ballymena/Magherafelt) – ta.exams@nrc.ac.uk
Exams (Newtownabbey) – na.exams@nrc.ac.uk
Exams (Coleraine/Ballymoney) – cr.exams@nrc.ac.uk

Good luck with your results! We look forward to you joining us at Northern Regional College.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Don’t panic! We are still accepting applications. Come along to our Enrolment Days and discuss your options with us or apply online today at www.nrc.ac.uk and select from our wide range of courses and subject areas:  

Access to University
Built Environment, Engineering & Science
Business and Computing
Counselling
Creative Industries – TV & Film, Performing Arts, Digital Media
Essential Skills/GCSE/ESOL
Hair and Beauty
Health and Social Care, Childcare
Hospitality, Tourism & Sport 

When you submit your online application, you will receive an email that the College has received your application. You should now continue to follow the steps outlined under the enrolment process. 

If you haven’t achieved the entry requirements for the course you have applied for, don’t worry, there are other courses and options that can be discussed during our enrolment days, or you can contact our careers team via email careers@nrc.ac.uk.   

Follow the simple steps at how to apply.  

You can access the application portal at: https://ebsontrackprospect.nrc.ac.uk

You will need your username and password.

Your username was sent to you in an email when you applied. Please check your spam and junk folders for this.

Enter the username or email address associated with your account into the Admissions Portal “Sign into your account” section and then select “Forgot password?” A password reset link will be sent to you. Once you have received this, you will be able to choose a new password for your account.

Alternatively, email servicedesk@nrc.ac.uk to request your password is reset or email admissions@nrc.ac.uk and a member of the admissions team will forward your request on. 

Please check your emails regularly, as the password reset link sent to you will expire.

  1. Log in to the application portal
  2. Select "Evidence" from the navigation menu on the left-hand side of the webpage
  3. Select "Evidence Type"
  4. Select  the "Choose Files" button in the "File(s) To Upload" section. 
  5. Select the file you need to upload
  6. Select "UPLOAD" 

NOTE: The results you have uploaded must match the information you have provided within the qualifications section of your application.

Updating Contact Details

  1. Log in to the application portal
  2. Select "Personal Details"
  3. Update as necessary
  4. Select "SAVE" 

Please note: it is vital that you keep your email address and mobile phone number up to date so the College can contact you regarding your application.

If there is another course you would like to apply for, please follow these steps:

  1. Use the search box to find courses that you would be interested in applying for. Add the course you would like to apply for to your shortlist by clicking ADD COURSE TO BASKET. 
  2. You can add up to five courses to your basket.  When you have finished adding courses to your basket, select Apply Now and you will be redirected to the online admissions portal.
  3. You will need to log in to your account
  4. Check all the information we have for your application is correct
  5. Upload a copy of your ID and exam results
  6. Select submit application
  7. Select your course preference – i.e First or Second choice

If you wish to change your application preference/s.

Step 1:  Login to the online admissions portal 
Step 2:  Scroll through your homepage to the section Send a comment, question or feedback
Step 3:  Select Applications – assistance required
Step 4:  In the comments section identify each course and its corresponding campus along with your preference choice.

Alternatively, please contact our admissions team stating your full name and identify each course and its corresponding campus along with your preference choice.

Motor & Construction Trades includes the following subject areas:

Brickwork
Carpentry & Joinery
Civil Engineering
Electrical Installation
Engineering
Motor Vehicle
Plumbing

Applications for Transport Assistance are in respect of FULL-TIME attendance at a Further Education College. 

You can view the eligibility criteria at the Education Authority (EA) website by selecting “Home to School Transport” and “Home to School Transport Information and FAQs”. 

Online transport applications for the academic year 23/24 will open on 14 August 2023 and must be submitted through the Education Authority website.

Transport Assistance for Further Education Students

The Education Authority (EA) for Northern Ireland is responsible for assessing the eligibility for Free School Meals based on Department of Education (DE) / Department for the Economy (DfE) criteria.  You can view all the relevant information regarding this and apply for Free School Meals at the Education Authorities website.

There are a range of funds you can apply for to help you with course related costs. Funding applications are assessed using guidance issued by the Government and most are based on personal circumstance such as income thresholds. The Student Finance Team can assist you with financial matters and help you to apply for any appropriate grants or awards that are available.  For further information visit our student finance section or email studentfinance@nrc.ac.uk

If you require support from the College with your educational needs you can completed an online referral form. The Education Support team will then contact you to discuss your needs and how we can best meet them or alternatively email educationsupport@nrc.ac.uk and one of the team will be happy to help you. 

As a returning student you don’t have to do anything, you are automatically pre-enrolled onto the next year of your course. We will email you in late August with your start date for the 2023/24 academic year. 

You will receive an email in August from your course coordinator with details on your specific course start date (date, time, campus etc). Please check your emails regularly.  We look forward to welcoming you onto campus in September to commence your studies with us.