Stephenson College is home to cutting-edge facilities that prepare students and apprentices for exciting careers in the technical and trade industries.
The College has state-of-the-art working environments for Motor Vehicle, Construction and Engineering as well as fantastic facilities for Hair and Beauty and Health & Social Care, in addition, to open learning and classroom spaces. We are also proud to house brand new Electrical, Gas and Plumbing workshops.
In August 2025, Loughborough College and SMB College Group merged creating the newly formed Loughborough College Group.The merger is creating exciting opportunities for students, stakeholders, and the wider community by enhancing educational excellence across Leicestershire. Each campus has retained its individual identity and links to its local communities.
Stephenson College offers a range of courses to support your future.
Apprenticeships last between one and four years and are available in many sectors, offering hands-on experience, a qualification and a wage. During an Apprenticeship you spend the majority of your time in the workplace. Apprenticeships offer a range of progression opportunities starting at Level 2 and spanning through to Level 6.
BTECs and other vocational diplomas usually last up to two years. They involve practical work, as assessed coursework and, in some instances, exams. They carry UCAS points, so you can progress to higher education if you wish to. Alternatively, on completion you can pursue employment or an Apprenticeship.
We offer a fantastic range of full funded (subject to funding criteria) accredited distance learning courses, which you can study from the comfort of your own home. These are self-study knowledge based short courses lasting 12-16 weeks.
Foundation Learning courses are specifically aimed at students who are entering education at Entry Level or Level 1. They are designed to provide you with the skills needed to move on to an Apprenticeship, supported or skilled employment, further education, or independent living.
We offer a number of qualifications accredited by professional bodies including the Chartered Institute of Marketing (CIM), Association of Accounting Technicians (AAT) and Chartered Management Institute (CMI). These courses are designed to provide key knowledge for career development and are recognised by employers allowing greater earning potential.
Studied over two years T Levels have been designed in collaboration with employers and businesses to bring classroom learning and an extended industry placement together. T Levels are equivalent to studying three A Levels and offer a mixture of classroom learning and on-the-job experience.
Our partnership isn't just about academic excellence — it's about creating opportunities and inspiring futures.
We can't wait to meet you at an Open Day. At our open day you will be able to:
