Lowestoft Sixth Form College

College provides an opportunity to achieve qualifications, but you have the chance to get so much more out of student life. Look what else you could do.

Clubs and Societies

Why not get involved in the many clubs and societies on offer? They take place mainly in lunch times but also after College. Joining is a good way to make friends with students who share your interests. If the club you want doesn't exist you can start it!

Performing arts

Our fantastic Performance Space provides plenty of opportunities for all future stars be they actors, costume, lighting or set designers or stage managers to get involved with College productions. Our music team is always keen to spot new talent to perform at our seasonal concerts or to represent the College at local festivals and public events. Our purpose-built acoustic rehearsal booths and recording studio are the perfect location for band practice and cutting your first disc.

Sport

We have a range of sporting opportunities waiting for you. Whether you are a serious sports performer with aspirations to play professionally, for enjoyment or whether you just want to stay fit we have the expertise and facilities to make it happen. With free use of Waterlane Leisure Centre, the multi-use games area as well as the excellent 3G pitch at Barnards Centre Point, you will have the opportunity to play your sport at the level that is right for you.

Duke of Edinburgh's Award Scheme

Try the Duke of Edinburgh's Award Scheme. It provides an enjoyable, challenging and rewarding programme of personal development. It is a great way to make new friends and your teamwork and leadership skills will impress future employers and universities.

Volunteering

The College offers a range of opportunities to become a volunteer. Our local community is eager to work with you. We are developing placements in the following areas: with young children, children with special needs, senior citizens, animals & wildlife, conservation & the environment with more to follow.

Student Voice

Student views matter and we work hard to listen. All full-time students automatically become members of the Student Council. The Executive of the Council represents the voice of the student body to College leaders. The Council organise student and charity events such as Red Nose Day and Battle of the Bands. Students can become Tutor Representatives or sit on College committees (e.g. Catering, Equality & Diversity), helping at Open Evenings, as well as standing for election as a member of the Executive.

Extra qualifications

AS Extended Project

This is an opportunity for advanced level study in a specialised subject area, either from one of the subjects you are currently studying or have studied in the past or in an area that you are particularly interested in and want to explore further. You will carry out independent research and demonstrate the results of your inquiry through a dissertation, report, performance or artefact guided by a project mentor who will be allocated to you at the start of the course. There is a taught element to ensure that you have advanced skills in researching a topic, formulating an argument and presenting your ideas. The Extended Project Qualification (EPQ) is highly regarded by universities as it provides an effective way to demonstrate that you have the capacity to engage in independent study.