Enrolment at Preston College
If you have any questions, or to apply and enrol, please call our Admissions Team on
01772 225774
Please note: This year, enrolment is ONLINE ONLY. Please follow the instructions below and contact us on 01772 225774 if you have any questions before visiting the campus.
If you have been offered a place to start in September you will have by now received an enrolment guide to your email and home address outlining the steps to enrolment. You will also have received your personalised enrolment account to your email address where you can update all your personal details and accept your course.
School Leavers and 17 & 18 year old learners received the link to their personal enrolment account on Monday 29th March.
For School Leavers you will be able to log back in from Thursday 12th August to upload your GCSE results. For 17 and 18 Year old learners you will be able to upload your GCSE results immediately.
If you do not have any GCSE results to upload please email us on guidance@preston.ac.uk and we will talk you through the process.
Enrolment Instructions
How to check details & accept place
Please view our video and step by step instructions below:
Once you have received the link to your enrolment account, please follow the below instructions to enrol:
- Visit https://prospect.preston.ac.uk
- Click Reset Your Password, then type in your email address and press Submit
- Check your email
- Click the link you receive, and set your own password
You’ll then be able to login to your account at https://prospect.preston.ac.uk with your email address and your new password.
If you have any problems logging in, or you need any help, please email guidance@preston.ac.uk or call 01772 225774.
Please use your personal account to:
- Check that your personal details are correct
- Review your application and accept your offer
- 17 and 18 Year olds can upload your GCSE grades on receipt of your account.
- School Leavers – Upload your results from Thursday 12th August
How to upload your photo and GCSE results
More information regarding the enrolment process can be found in the Online Enrolment Guide. The Online Enrolment Guide explains the enrolment process and has detailed information on transport, bursary applications and life as a Preston College student.
We are on hand if you wish to change the course you were offered at interview or if you want any help or advice. Please email guidance@preston.ac.uk or call 01772 225774.
We look forward to welcoming you to Preston College
Frequently Asked Questions
I haven’t received my enrolment account, what should I do?
We will send your enrolment account to the email address you gave us when you applied. Check your spam folder. It sometimes ends up in here. If you still can’t find it email guidance@preston.ac.uk and we will resend this to you.
I am unsure of the email address I registered/applied with, what should I do?
We can check this for you. Email applications@preston.ac.uk and we will look into this and send you the email address you registered with
I can’t remember my password, what should I do?
You can reset your password at any time by clicking here or using the link on the enrolment site at https://prospect.preston.ac.uk. Simply type in the email address you used to apply/register and click submit. A link to reset your password will be sent to the same email address.
I’ve logged in and have a few different offers – which one do I accept?
You may have applied for a number of different courses over the last few months. You only need to accept the course you are looking to study in September. If you are unsure of what course to take call us on 01772 225774 and we can help discuss your options
I’ve applied for an apprenticeship, why can I not accept this offer?
The enrolment account is for your full-time course offer whether this is your first choice or back up option. We want to make sure everybody has a full-time place on a course for in case employment isn’t secured. The apprenticeship enrolment process is different as it relies on you gaining employment first. If you have any questions about your apprenticeship application email us at applications@preston.ac.uk..
When can I upload my results?
For School leavers you will only be issued your results from Thursday 12th August. Once you get these you can log back into your enrolment account and upload your results. For any learner that already has their GCSE results you can upload these as soon as you accept your place within the enrolment account.
I’ve changed my mind about the course I want to study, can I choose something else?
During the enrolment process we will have a number of staff on hand to change your application. Please call 01772 225774 and we will have somebody on hand to assist you. If you are unsure on the course you want to study then you can also speak to one of our careers advisors who will be able to advise you on the options available to you.
I’m worried I may not get the grades I would have if my exams weren’t cancelled, what should I do?
We are here to help and will do all we can to make sure you get onto the correct level of course. If you would like to discuss your options please call 01772 225774 and we will talk you through the levels of course and entry criteria.
How long does enrolment take?
Over summer you will have the opportunity to complete processes such as bursary applications and this will save you time on GCSE results day. If you need to speak with Student Services, SEND, or the bus pass team then you can do this by calling 01772 225656. Throughout July and August we are on hand to answer any queries. Email guidance@preston.ac.uk or call 01772 225774 and we can assist you with any College enquiries.
My circumstances have changed since I applied, who should I tell?
Before enrolment get in touch with the Application & Enrolment Team on 01772 225081 or email applications@preston.ac.uk
When will my first day be?
Your first day will be an induction to the College and will be within the week beginning 6th September. Term starts the following day or the first day indicated on your timetable.
When will I get my timetable?
You will get your timetable at induction. Your timetable is bespoke to you, it is built based on your grades, course of study and enrichment activities.