Acting Academy Basketball CAD/3D Print Academy Chess League Champions Cinema Club Classical Civilisation for Beginners Climbing Creative Crafts Creative Writing CrossFit Culture and Book Club Dance Academy Debating Society Duke of Edinburgh Awards: Bronze, Silver & Gold Esports Football Squad Honours Society Japanese Club LGBTQ+ Society Medical Society Music Studio Workshop Musical Theatre Netball Sport Experience STEM Society Tackling Climate Change University Application Drop-in Worldbuilding World Cinema
Learning doesn’t only take place in a classroom, laboratory or workshop.
Through our wide range of enrichment activities, you’ll have unrivalled opportunities to explore new interests, deepen your understanding beyond the curriculum and develop valuable transferable skills.
Alongside your chosen course(s), you’ll have the chance to get involved with:
Our clubs and societies are designed to fuel your ambition, drive your curiosity and build skills for the future.
Clubs
Find a new hobby, show off your existing talents or simply take a break from your studies to meet new people with our wide range of clubs.
Examples of activities offered include:
Societies
Take on exciting challenges and develop the academic & technical knowledge you need to stand out from the crowd with our societies.
Examples include:
Get involved and make a difference at Burnley College.
Take on key roles such as Student Governor, Student Ambassador, Student Representative or Student Innovator to help shape the future of the college.
These roles can help you build confidence, gain skills and enhance your CV or university application. Full training and support are provided, so you can grow, lead and leave your mark.
Our exciting trips and visits open doors to unforgettable experiences, from exploring diverse cultures to engaging in real-world learning.
Our annual trips have included visits to:
World Challenge: Norway
Intrepid explorers from across the college swapped the North of England for the Northern Lights on this exciting wild camping adventure.
TwitchCon, Rotterdam
Esports learners explored influencer and gaming culture at this global streaming convention.
New York City
Creative Industries and Computing learners explored the iconic sights of the Big Apple.
Bury Arcade Club
Esports learners enjoyed retro and modern arcade gaming at Europe’s largest arcade.
CERN, Switzerland
An exciting opportunity for learners to see the Large Hadron Collider, the world’s largest and most powerful particle accelerator, up close.
Safran Nacelles
T Level Engineering learners and Themis apprentices experienced a factory tour as part of the COP 29 Sustainability Challenge.
Go Ape, Rivington
As part of their induction week, Sport and Fitness students took on the challenge of high and low ropes courses.
Confirmed for 2027
World Challenge: Borneo
Meet orangutans, contribute to a community-led initiative and learn how to survive in the jungle.
With you and your team tackling fresh challenges each day, this once-in-a-lifetime experience will prove just how much you’re capable of. It could change the way you see yourself and the world, forever.
Boost your CV and discover new opportunities by completing an additional award or qualification with us alongside your chosen programme of study.
Stay a step ahead with the AQA Extended Project Qualification (EPQ), a nationally-recognised Level 3 qualification worth half an A Level (equivalent to 28 UCAS points).
It gives you the opportunity to design and complete a substantial independent project on any topic of your choice.
This could be linked to your future degree choice, a career ambition, or a personal passion.
You can choose to produce:
The EPQ is an ideal choice if you are an ambitious, motivated learner who:
Experience a thrilling adventure, make a difference in your local community and discover skills you never thought you had by completing a Bronze, Silver or Gold Duke of Edinburgh Award with us.
This world-leading youth achievement award gives you the opportunity to be the very best you can be, setting you up for success your next steps.
At Burnley College, we believe you should leave us as a fully-rounded member of society – with the qualifications you need to succeed, the confidence to explore the world around you and the resilience to overcome challenges.
As part of your Personal and Professional Development programme, you will join in with inspiring and informative tutorials each week.
Our expert Careers Team will guide you in how to shape your future. From crafting an outstanding university application to perfecting a CV that lands your dream job, they will share their knowledge and skills with you.
Safeguarding will teach you about healthy relationships, how to keep yourself and others safe online, and more.
You will also discover a myriad of transferable skills, life hacks and vital knowledge for living away from home and college.
MyBC is your portal to student life at Burnley College.
Find everything you need – from quick access to academic & pastoral support to volunteering opportunities and resources to help you land a part-time job or purchase your first car – in just a few clicks.
