Studying at South Thames College
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Guide to A Levels at Merton 6th Form
Full-time courses guide: Wandsworth Campus
Full-time courses guide: Merton Campus
Now's the time of year to start planning for next September and your future. Here on the South Thames site you'll find loads of useful info about how you can choose and join the right course for you. As well as searching our courses you can find out about open days and how to get specialist advice from us.
Learning comes in all shapes and sizes so there's definitely something to suit you.
South Thames College is the right choice if you want a career in business, construction, computing, hair & beauty, design, health & care, music technology, sport and much more. We offer courses at different levels in a wide range of subjects. You can browse these by clicking "Courses in this section" on the right hand side of this page. Our courses lead to qualifications that will allow you to go on to university or directly into work.
If you want to earn as you learn, take a look at our Apprenticeship vacancies page here.
We always try to make sure what you learn will prepare you for real working life, so you'll gain practical skills. You'll get the chance to practice what you've learned in real working conditions for example our Hair and Beauty students have salons to work in that are just like what you see on the high street. We also have radio and TV recording studios, and workshops for construction skills all based on what you find on a real site.
There's never been a better time to join us as we move into our brand new campus with state of the art facilities. Read all about our fantastic new facilities here
Inside View
Kris Rosalem, Business
"The college staff were very helpful, friendly and welcoming. My course has provided me work placements each year. These have helped me build my working skills, confidence and interpersonal skills that have prepared me for the working world. My teachers are all encouraging and helpful, which is why I have gained overall Distinctions throughout. The college is a very safe environment and I had made really great friends who have influenced me in a positive way."
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