From College to Campus: What Are the Challenges Facing Colleges?
Monday 18 May 2026
16:20 - 17:05
open to all
open to all
Summary
Colleges play a distinctive role in supporting students progression into higher education. As the profile of college learners continues to evolve, admissions teams across the UK are increasingly engaging with applicants who bring diverse qualifications, experiences and aspirations.
This session brings together insights from the college sector to share current trends in enrolments and progression to higher education. Hear directly from college leaders about the changing learner profiles, the diverse and non-linear pathways they can follow, and how patterns of progression continue to change in the context of emerging education and skills policy.