Start of Year
Guide 2024
We have created a start of year checklist so new and returning students, parents and carers can find all the information needed to make the start of term as seamless as possible including how to buy your bus pass and apply for a bursary, submit your GCSE results online and what to expect on your first day. If you're thinking about starting with us, it isn't too late to apply.
Start of year checklist
Start of year can be a busy time; we have created a simple checklist below to help you on your way.
Travel to College and the Bursary
Due to the volume of applications we receive, it is important that you submit your bursary application as soon as possible to ensure it is in place before the start of term.
Visit our Transport page for more information on our bursary, how to apply and for further details on getting to and from College, including car parking and assisted transport via the local authority.
Student bus passes will be available to purchase on the online payment system after 23 August 2024 and where applicable you will need to have your bursary approved before buying your bus pass. Students without a bus pass will have to pay the driver each day for their bus travel or pay for a season ticket.
Please note: If you are not due to receive any results this year, you will still need to contact us at the given time to confirm your course choice. Any course choices or changes can be discussed on GCSE/Level 2 Results Day and Course Confirmation Day.
confirm your place and submit your results
It is essential that you confirm your course choice and submit results where applicable online as early as possible on the day of Thursday 22 August and by 5pm at the latest.
You need to access the College Portal. You can access this on your mobile phone, home computer or laptop.
You will be able to:
- Enter your results
- Confirm your choice of course
- Request a call back to discuss your options
We will confirm your course choice by email or call you back if it is necessary. Please contact Admissions with any questions.
When you open your results, don’t worry if they aren’t what you were expecting. Come to an advice session with a friendly member of staff and discover the best route for your future. On Results Day itself, drop-in Advice Sessions for applicants are being held from 10am - 3pm at Truro College, 1pm - 4pm at Penwith College and from 9am - 3pm at our STEM Centre, Bodmin. No need to book, please just come along to discuss any questions with our admissions and teaching teams. See our full list of Advice Sessions here.
Student Induction day dates
Your first couple of days at college will be your induction period, allowing you to explore the campus and ask questions with your lecturers before your timetabled lessons start. There will only be first year students, progressing students and staff on campus during the induction period, giving you a quieter atmosphere to get your bearings and adjust to college life. You must attend your allocated induction and not any other one. You will need to provide/arrange your own transport for the induction or come by public transport. Log in to the College Portal on 01 September to check where rooms will be for inductions. You will need to go to this room on your arrival. Staff and ambassadors will be on hand to help direct you. Many students will be arriving at the same time, so it's best to be prepared. At Truro College, there will be a car drop-off zone in the bus bay.
Morning sessions run from 9.15am - 12.15pm and afternoon sessions run from 1.15pm - 4.15pm.
If you require any additional support or adjustments to access your induction please contact learningsupport@truro-penwith.ac.uk
Truro College
Wednesday 04 September: 9.15am - Vocational courses (Applied Science, Art, Business, Childcare, Engineering, Health & Social Care, IT, Media, Performing Arts, Photography, Public Services and Sport) and T Level induction | 1.15pm - Occupational courses (Beauty, Construction, Hair, Motor Vehicle, Professional Cookery) induction, PPD and Progression Pathways induction.
Thursday 05 September: 9.15am - Induction for A Level and IB Diploma students.
Wednesday 11 September: 10am - Access to HE induction.
Friday 13 September: 10am - Foundation Art induction.
Penwith College
Thursday 05 September: 9.15am Zennor building - Vocational courses (Art, Business, Childcare, Games, Health & Social Care, IT, Media, Music, Public Services and Sport) T Level and Occupational courses (Beauty, Construction, Hair, Motor Vehicle and Professional Cookery) induction. | 1.15pm Zennor building - A Level (all subjects), Progression Pathways and PPD course induction.
STEM & Health Skills Centre
Thursday 05 September: 9.15am - Induction for all students at our Bodmin campus.
Tuesday 10 September: - Access to HE induction.
Tregye campus
Thursday 05 September: 9.15am - Progression Pathways induction.
Monday 16 September: - First day of Foundation Art.
2024/25 term dates and other key dates can be found at /term-dates
enrichment options and course changes
The College has an extensive Enrichment programme which includes specialist academies, sport academies, extra-curricular skills development and recreational sport and games. You should have selected your Enrichment choice at your interview, but if for any reason you have not selected a programme, or need to change your choice, please see the Enrichment team at the Freshers Fair. You can view all of the Enrichment options at truro-penwith.ac.uk/enrichment or by downloading our brochure.
Any course choices or changes can be discussed on GCSE/Level 2 Results Day on Thursday 22 August and Course Confirmation Day.
