Christmas Closure Information

Our campuses close on Friday 20th December and re-open on Thursday 2nd January 2025 for the Christmas Break.

Students will return to timetabled lessons on Monday 6th January 2025.

For information on term dates and enquiries please visit our information page using the button below.

Post-application resources and activities

This section of the website is a useful post-application resource, containing tutor presentations, activities, videos and information to help get you ready to study your chosen subject at College. So that you can find out more about your chosen subject, and in preparation for your interview, we recommend that you have a look through the section below.

Welcome to our subject areas

Access to Higher Education

If you would like any further information or have a question please contact us using the link below:

Art, Design, Fashion and Photography

Course Presentations

The ‘Getting Ready’ list below gives you resources and activities you can use to get ready for when your course starts at Colchester Institute in September. We have picked mostly resources and activities you can access on-line and we have some suggestions too of other resources in the ‘Going Further’ section.

If you would like any further information or have a question please contact us using the link below:

How to…

Our ‘How to…’ videos give you a taster of what it’s like to study with us. Our expert tutors talk you through a key skill.

Share the video using this link – https://vimeo.com/578379554

Brickwork

The ‘Getting Ready’ list below gives you resources and activities you can use to get ready for when your course starts at Colchester Institute in September. We have picked mostly resources and activities you can access on-line and we have some suggestions too of other resources in the ‘Going Further’ section.

If you would like any further information or have a question please contact us using the link below:

Take a tour of our Braintree Campus Brick Workshop

Business and Accounting

Course Presentations and Videos

The ‘Getting Ready’ list below gives you resources and activities you can use to get ready for when your course starts at Colchester Institute in September. We have picked mostly resources and activities you can access on-line and we have some suggestions too of other resources in the ‘Going Further’ section.

If you would like any further information or have a question please contact us using the link below:

Take a tour of our Braintree Campus Business Programme

Carpentry and Furniture

Course Presentations and Videos

The ‘Getting Ready’ list below gives you resources and activities you can use to get ready for when your course starts at Colchester Institute in September. We have picked mostly resources and activities you can access on-line and we have some suggestions too of other resources in the ‘Going Further’ section.

If you would like any further information or have a question please contact us using the link below:

Catering and Hospitality

Course Presentations and Videos

The ‘Getting Ready’ list below gives you resources and activities you can use to get ready for when your course starts at Colchester Institute in September. We have picked mostly resources and activities you can access on-line and we have some suggestions too of other resources in the ‘Going Further’ section.

If you would like any further information or have a question please contact us using the link below:

How to…

Our ‘How to…’ videos give you a taster of what it’s like to study with us. Our expert tutors talk you through a key skill.

Video Disclaimer

The application of the techniques shown in this video demonstration should only be undertaken by persons having appropriate technical skills under appropriate conditions, and is done so at your own discretion and risk.

Colchester Institute assumes no obligation or liability and is not responsible for any domestic accidents that may occur as a result of undertaking any of these activities.

Share the video using this link – https://vimeo.com/543620610

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Childcare and Early Years

Course Presentations and Videos

The ‘Getting Ready’ list below gives you resources and activities you can use to get ready for when your course starts at Colchester Institute in September. We have picked mostly resources and activities you can access on-line and we have some suggestions too of other resources in the ‘Going Further’ section.

If you would like any further information or have a question please contact us using the link below:

Take a tour of our Braintree Campus Childcare and Early Years Programme

How to…

Our ‘How to…’ videos give you a taster of what it’s like to study with us. Our expert tutors talk you through a key skill.

Share the video using this link – https://vimeo.com/540589678

Share the video using this link – https://vimeo.com/540637737

Computing and IT

Course Presentations and Videos

The ‘Getting Ready’ list below gives you resources and activities you can use to get ready for when your course starts at Colchester Institute in September. We have picked mostly resources and activities you can access on-line and we have some suggestions too of other resources in the ‘Going Further’ section.

If you would like any further information or have a question please contact us using the link below:

How to…

Our ‘How to…’ videos give you a taster of what it’s like to study with us. Our expert tutors talk you through a key skill.

Share the video using this link – https://vimeo.com/572631427

Construction and Multi-Skills

Construction and the Built Environment

The ‘Getting Ready’ list below gives you resources and activities you can use to get ready for when your course starts at Colchester Institute in September. We have picked mostly resources and activities you can access on-line and we have some suggestions too of other resources in the ‘Going Further’ section.

If you would like any further information or have a question please contact us using the link below:

Multi-Skills

The ‘Getting Ready’ list below gives you resources and activities you can use to get ready for when your course starts at Colchester Institute in September. We have picked mostly resources and activities you can access on-line and we have some suggestions too of other resources in the ‘Going Further’ section.

If you would like any further information or have a question please contact us using the link below:

Digital Media

Course Presentations and Videos

The ‘Getting Ready’ list below gives you resources and activities you can use to get ready for when your course starts at Colchester Institute in September. We have picked mostly resources and activities you can access on-line and we have some suggestions too of other resources in the ‘Going Further’ section.

If you would like any further information or have a question please contact us using the link below:

Electrical Installations

Course Presentations and Videos

The ‘Getting Ready’ list below gives you resources and activities you can use to get ready for when your course starts at Colchester Institute in September. We have picked mostly resources and activities you can access on-line and we have some suggestions too of other resources in the ‘Going Further’ section.

If you would like any further information or have a question please contact us using the link below:

Take a tour of our Braintree Campus Electrical Workshop
Engineering

Course Presentations and Videos

The ‘Getting Ready’ list below gives you resources and activities you can use to get ready for when your course starts at Colchester Institute in September. We have picked mostly resources and activities you can access on-line and we have some suggestions too of other resources in the ‘Going Further’ section.

If you would like any further information or have a question please contact us using the link below:

Take a tour of our Braintree Campus Engineering Workshop

ESOL, Foundation and Supported Learning

The ‘Getting Ready’ list below gives you resources and activities you can use to get ready for when your course starts at Colchester Institute in September. We have picked mostly resources and activities you can access on-line and we have some suggestions too of other resources in the ‘Going Further’ section.

If you would like any further information or have a question please contact us using the link below:

Health and Social Care

Course Presentations and Videos

The ‘Getting Ready’ list below gives you resources and activities you can use to get ready for when your course starts at Colchester Institute in September. We have picked mostly resources and activities you can access on-line and we have some suggestions too of other resources in the ‘Going Further’ section.

If you would like any further information or have a question please contact us using the link below:

Motor Vehicle

Course Presentations and Videos

The ‘Getting Ready’ list below gives you resources and activities you can use to get ready for when your course starts at Colchester Institute in September. We have picked mostly resources and activities you can access on-line and we have some suggestions too of other resources in the ‘Going Further’ section.

If you would like any further information or have a question please contact us using the link below:

Music

Course Presentations and Videos

The ‘Getting Ready’ list below gives you resources and activities you can use to get ready for when your course starts at Colchester Institute in September. We have picked mostly resources and activities you can access on-line and we have some suggestions too of other resources in the ‘Going Further’ section.

If you would like any further information or have a question please contact us using the link below:

Painting and Decorating

Course Presentations and Videos

The ‘Getting Ready’ list below gives you resources and activities you can use to get ready for when your course starts at Colchester Institute in September. We have picked mostly resources and activities you can access on-line and we have some suggestions too of other resources in the ‘Going Further’ section.

If you would like any further information or have a question please contact us using the link below:

Performing Arts

Course Presentations and Videos

The ‘Getting Ready’ list below gives you resources and activities you can use to get ready for when your course starts at Colchester Institute in September. We have picked mostly resources and activities you can access on-line and we have some suggestions too of other resources in the ‘Going Further’ section.

If you would like any further information or have a question please contact us using the link below:

How to…

Our ‘How to…’ videos give you a taster of what it’s like to study with us. Our expert tutors talk you through a key skill.

Share the video using this link – https://vimeo.com/511629986

Plumbing and Heating

Course Presentations and Videos

The ‘Getting Ready’ list below gives you resources and activities you can use to get ready for when your course starts at Colchester Institute in September. We have picked mostly resources and activities you can access on-line and we have some suggestions too of other resources in the ‘Going Further’ section.

If you would like any further information or have a question please contact us using the link below:

Public Services

Course Presentation and Videos

The ‘Getting Ready’ list below gives you resources and activities you can use to get ready for when your course starts at Colchester Institute in September. We have picked mostly resources and activities you can access on-line and we have some suggestions too of other resources in the ‘Going Further’ section.

If you would like any further information or have a question please contact us using the link below:

Salon Studies

Course Presentation and Videos

The ‘Getting Ready’ list below gives you resources and activities you can use to get ready for when your course starts at Colchester Institute in September. We have picked mostly resources and activities you can access on-line and we have some suggestions too of other resources in the ‘Going Further’ section.

If you would like any further information or have a question please contact us using the link below:

Take a tour of our Braintree Campus Salons

How to…

Our ‘How to…’ videos give you a taster of what it’s like to study with us. Our expert tutors talk you through a key skill.

Share the video using this link – https://vimeo.com/526186522

Science

Course Presentation and Videos

The ‘Getting Ready’ list below gives you resources and activities you can use to get ready for when your course starts at Colchester Institute in September. We have picked mostly resources and activities you can access on-line and we have some suggestions too of other resources in the ‘Going Further’ section.

If you would like any further information or have a question please contact us using the link below:

Sport

Course Presentation and Videos

The ‘Getting Ready’ list below gives you resources and activities you can use to get ready for when your course starts at Colchester Institute in September. We have picked mostly resources and activities you can access on-line and we have some suggestions too of other resources in the ‘Going Further’ section.

If you would like any further information or have a question please contact us using the link below:

Learning Support (ALS)

We pride ourselves on the support provided to students with additional needs. We have a dedicated team on hand to support you throughout your time with us. If you have a learning difficulty and/or disability, we encourage you to contact us to discuss the support you may require. You can contact us by email additionallearningsupport@colchester.ac.uk or by calling us on 01206 712056 or 01206 712339.

Student Finance and Travel

If you have any questions or need help completing our bursary application form please contact us.

Call us: 01206 712078

Email us: student.finance@colchester.ac.uk

Careers Guidance

Click the link below to find out more about our Careers Advice and Guidance.

Colchester Institute Careers Advice and Guidance