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School Leavers. You can still apply for places to start September 2026.

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GO FURTHER AT TRURO & PENWITH COLLEGE

Academic Excellence That Inspires

Our students consistently outperform regional and national averages. With A Level results placing us among the top-performing colleges in the South West—and across the UK—underlining the exceptional teaching and support our students receive. 1,000 progress to top university destinations or high-profile apprenticeships each year.

Cutting-Edge Learning Environments

Experience learning across three campuses: Truro’s purpose-built hub of 13 buildings, Penwith’s beautifully redeveloped historic premises, and the innovative STEM & Health Skills Centre in Bodmin. Each location combines inspiring design and modern resources to support student success.

Specialist Pathways with Real-World Impact

Our STEM & Health Skills Centre in Bodmin (opened 2023) delivers unique, employer‑designed courses in Engineering, Health, Nursing, and Digital—perfect for North and East Cornwall’s students.

Leaders in Innovation & Recognition

We’re proud to be nationally recognised for delivering exceptional outcomes. From being one of the UK’s leading providers of the International Baccalaureate, to our Expert Apprenticeship Provider status, our commitment to innovation and student progress continues to set us apart.

Inclusive Opportunities for Every Learner

Whatever your background—school leaver, adult learner, or career changer—you’re welcome here. We ensure fair admissions, wide-ranging bursaries, access support, and equal opportunity for all.

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Start of Year Guide

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Getting to College

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Term Dates

GO FURTHER and achieve amazing results | Data from 2025 exam entries show Truro & Penwith College far exceeding national averages

Number one in the South West for apprenticeships. Proud to be one of only five Department for Education Expert Apprenticeship Providers nationally and top in the South West for Apprenticeship success.

99% A Level pass rate. With over 2,000 A Level entries - significantly more than any other provider in Cornwall - students achieved a 99% pass rate.

172 A* grades. More than double the national average. Truro and Penwith College's results, particularly in STEM subjects and high grades, set a benchmark for post-16 education.

Vocational top grades. Over 1,000 Level 3 Vocational students completed their studies, with over 70% of UAL Diploma students in creative subjects achieving the highest grades.

IB Diploma 98% pass rate. IB Diploma students excelled this year, achieving well above the global average of 80%. The average points score of 35.29 exceeded the international figure of 30.59, with nearly a quarter of students achieving 40 points or more and 90% gaining 30 points or more.

University Progression. An impressive 93% of students at Truro and Penwith College who received their decision on A Level results day have been placed on their first choice degree level course versus a national average of 82%.

T Level success. T Level programmes saw exceptional results and impressive high grades. 34% achieving the highest grade of distinction in their occupational specialisms, against a national average of 18%.

Over 250 students secured Russell Group university offers. Amongst those, 10 Truro and Penwith College students will progress to the universities of Oxford and Cambridge.

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Register for Open Events

Come and visit us at our next event. Meet and talk to our staff, learn more about our courses and qualifications and experience the College before applying.

06 Oct

Penwith College Post 16 Information Evening

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Penzance

5:00 pm – 8:00 pm

13 Oct

Truro College Tuesday Open Evening

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Truro

5:00 pm – 8:00 pm

14 Nov

STEM & Health Skills Centre Saturday Open Day

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Bodmin

10:00 am – 3:00 pm

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THE LATEST AT TRURO & PENWITH

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Over 2500 Year 10 Pupils Experience College Life at Truro and Penwith College

More than 2500 Year 10 pupils from schools across Cornwall have attended Taster Days at Truro and Penwith College during the summer term, giving them the opportunity to experience College life ahead of making their post-16 choices.

17 July 2026

Events

Over 76% of University Centre Graduates Achieve First or Upper Second-Class Honours

Students at the University Centre Truro & Penwith are celebrating exceptional Results Day success, with more than 76% of graduating students achieving either First Class or Upper Second-Class Honours degrees.

15 July 2026

University Centre

Louis’s Transformational IB Turnaround

A Falmouth student, who once feared that lower than expected GCSE results would limit his future, is celebrating a transformational turnaround after collecting his IB results at Truro College.

09 July 2026

Events

Truro and Penwith College confirms planned Chair of the Corporation handover

Truro and Penwith College has confirmed that Robert Townsend will step down as Chair of the Corporation at the end of the academic year, with fellow governor Kay Penney set to take up the role from September.

07 July 2026

Truro