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  • Luke's Student Journey

    Luke's Student Journey

    Read how one of our Access to Higher Education students broke free from addiction and achieved a First Class Honours at University. Read more

  • Bally's Student Journey

    Bally's Student Journey

    Many students who come to us may have experienced some form of trauma that they wish to break free from. Read how one of our students Bally Barquer overcame her battle with bullying and depression and became a pillar in her community. Read more

  • Step up to Succeed February 2020

    Step up to Succeed February 2020

    We caught up with some of our students who completed our Step up to Succeed course in February. Read more

  • Student Journeys - (ACA)

    Student Journeys - (ACA)

    Explore the journeys of some of our students on our Adobe Certified Association (ACA) course. Find out how they have developed their skills in hope of becoming pioneers in the digital marketing sector. Read more

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Student Journeys 2018-2021

Fircroft College prides itself on being a diverse and inclusive adult learning provider. Our students come from many backgrounds and have a wide range of needs, aspirations and expectations. 

Read our student journeys to find out more about our students, their path to Fircroft and where their educational journey led them.

Alison's Student Journey

Alison's Student Journey

We would like to share with you the heartfelt story of one of our transgender students, Alison. Read more

Published: 26th November, 2020

Updated: 2nd March, 2021

Author: Shauna-Jai Samuels

Bally's Student Journey

Bally's Student Journey

Many students who come to us may have experienced some form of trauma that they wish to break free from. Read how one of our students Bally Barquer overcame her battle with bullying and depression and became a pillar in her community. Read more

Published: 21st May, 2020

Author: Shauna-Jai Samuels

Chelsea's Journey Studying Whilst on the Frontline

Chelsea's Journey Studying Whilst on the Frontline

Chelsea is currently completing our WMCA funded Pre Access to HE (Health) course whilst bravely working on the front line. Read more

Published: 3rd June, 2020

Updated: 18th July, 2020

Author: Shauna-Jai Samuels

Free Thinking Student Journeys 2019

Free Thinking Student Journeys 2019

Take a look at how our Free Thinking course has had such a phenomenal impact on the lives of our students (new course starting on Friday 1st May 2020 - contact our Admissions team for more information) Read more

Published: 10th February, 2020

Updated: 20th March, 2020

Author: Shauna-Jai Samuels

Julia's Student Journey

Julia's Student Journey

Fircroft alumni and key worker Julia shares her successes since leaving the college. Read more

Published: 3rd June, 2020

Author: Shauna-Jai Samuels

Luke's Student Journey

Luke's Student Journey

Read how one of our Access to Higher Education students broke free from addiction and achieved a First Class Honours at University. Read more

Published: 23rd July, 2020

Updated: 19th January, 2021

Author: Shauna-Jai Samuels

Rosanna's Student Journey

Rosanna's Student Journey

Read about how one of our online Microsoft Technology Associate (MTA) students has already secured herself a new job in the IT sector. Read more

Published: 9th July, 2020

Updated: 8th September, 2020

Author: Shauna-Jai Samuels

Step up to Succeed February 2020

Step up to Succeed February 2020

We caught up with some of our students who completed our Step up to Succeed course in February. Read more

Published: 27th February, 2020

Updated: 9th March, 2021

Author: Shauna-Jai Samuels

Student Journeys - (ACA)

Student Journeys - (ACA)

Explore the journeys of some of our students on our Adobe Certified Association (ACA) course. Find out how they have developed their skills in hope of becoming pioneers in the digital marketing sector. Read more

Published: 31st January, 2020

Updated: 9th December, 2020

Author: Shauna-Jai Samuels

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  • ESOL Skills for Life (Speaking and Listening)

    ESOL Skills for Life (Speaking and Listening)

    Do you want to improve your English language use? This course will help you develop your spoken English, your reading and your writing skills. Starting in May 2021

  • Tuesday 25th May Open Day

    Tuesday 25th May Open Day

    Book onto our general Open Day at the college on 25th May 2021 and find out about our range of courses.

  • Tuesday 18th May Open Day

    Tuesday 18th May Open Day

    Book onto our general Open Day at the college on 18h of May 2021 and find out about our range of courses.

  • Tuesday 11th May Open Day

    Tuesday 11th May Open Day

    Book onto our general Open Day at the college on 11th May 2021 and find out about our range of courses.

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  • Access to Higher Education Diploma (Social Science and Humanities) October 2021

    Access to Higher Education Diploma (Social Science and Humanities) October 2021

    The Access to Higher Education Diploma (Social Science and Humanities) is highly credited by universities in the UK and is perfect for adults who wish to go on to further study of counselling, youth work and psychology as well as other subjects.This is a nine-month programme that can help you to get into University.

  • Fees

    Fees

    Many of our courses are free, find out more about our fees.

  • Who we are

    Who we are

    Fircroft is an adult education college in Selly Oak, Birmingham, offering mostly residential courses but also online and one day courses.

  • Free Thinking

    Free Thinking

    Our Free Thinking programme helps people get into mainstream education and employment after suffering from modern slavery, trauma and torture. Starting 19th April - 23rd June 2021. TAKING APPLICATIONS UP TO 23RD APRIL.

  • Open Days

    Open Days

    Join us on a Tuesday for an Open Day back at Fircroft. Open Day sessions will be held throughout the day every Tuesday. Book your slot today!

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