Your first step towards starting college with confidence!
Thursday 25th June 2026
- 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
- 13:30 PM – 16:30 PM
Weather Notice: It’s set to be a hot day, so please bring a water bottle and wear comfortable clothing. ☀️
Arriving at The Big Welcome
On arrival it is important you arrive at the correct check-in point for your course. This information would have been sent to you via Whatsapp but further instruction can be found on this page. Our friendly Big Welcome Team will be on hand to show you where to go as you arrive and answer any questions you may have.
Check-in Point 1
Location: Centre for Green Technology
Courses: Engineering, Construction and Motor Vehicle
Check-in Point 2
Location: Sports Hall
Courses: Sport and Uniformed Services
Check-in Point 3
Location:Enterprise Lounge
Courses: Animal Care, Health and Social Care, Early Years, Hair, Beauty, Travel, Catering, Science.
Check-in Point 4
Location: Main Hall
Courses:Business, IT, Science, Media, Photography, Graphics, Art and Design, Music and Performing Arts.
Check-in Point 5
Location: The Lounge
Courses: Learner Engagement and ESOL
Check-in Point 6
Location: Alexandra Foyer
Courses: Inclusive Learning
Why attend the Big Welcome event?
Choosing the right course is a big decision. The Big Welcome gives you the chance to experience it before you start.
- Meet your tutors and ask questions
- Get a real feel for your subject area
- Understand what your first weeks will look like
- Connect with other students on your course
By the end of the day, you’ll feel confident and ready to begin your journey.
What You'll Experience on the Day
✔ Course taster sessions
✔ Meet your tutors
✔ Tour of facilities
✔ Student support guidance
✔ Meet other new students
Everything is designed to help you feel confident about your next step.
Confirm your place!
Registrations for The Big Welcome have now closed. The event has now reached full capacity, so we’re only able to welcome students who have already registered and received confirmation of their place.
How do I get to the Big Welcome?
Bus Routes
If you’re planning on getting here by public transport, Peterborough College is well connected by local bus routes, with regular services running between Peterborough and the surrounding areas.
Parking
Parking on site is limited so we recommend using one of the convenient drop-off options available.
Media, Journalism and Photography Applicants
The event for media, journalism and photography applicants will take place at the Media & Journalism Centre in Peterborough.
Address:
Media & Journalism Centre
50 Broadway
Peterborough
PE1 1SB
Frequently Asked Questions
Please enter the college campus via Eastfield Road. Staff will then be on hand to direct you to a safe drop-off point and guide you to the check-in area.
Media, journalism and photography applicants should be dropped off at the Media & Journalism Centre.
Please bring a water bottle, a pen and a notepad for note-taking. Feel free to bring snacks for your break.
Clothing requirements vary depending on your subject area:
- Sport students: active clothing such as trainers, shorts, a t-shirt or tracksuit bottoms
- Construction-based students: practical, durable clothing suitable for workshop activities (e.g. long trousers and a t-shirt or sweatshirt). You must wear sturdy, closed-toe footwear (such as trainers or boots). Open-toe shoes are not permitted. All required protective equipment will be provided.
Other subject areas have no specific requirements.
To help the session stay focused on preparing students for their course, the Big Welcome Event is for students only. Please don’t worry, our friendly staff will guide you through everything on the day.
Transport is not provided for this event, so please plan your journey in advance.
We understand that sometimes plans change. If you’re unable to attend, please let us know so we can support you with the next steps.
Yes, head to the ‘Ask a question‘ form and select ‘I want to change my session’.
If you’re thinking about changing your course, please let us know as soon as possible so we can help you explore your options.
The course has opened doors for me. There was a great balance of theory and practical work. I would definitely recommend this course for people who want to go into healthcare!
Ella Boyce
T Level in Health (Adult Nursing)