Develop all the skills you need for a successful career
Studying a higher-level course opens up a world of opportunities, such as enhancing your professional prospects, boosting your potential earnings and taking your professional network to the next level.

Our students graduate from a wide range of higher level courses each year.

We are part of the RNN Group and we have several campuses including; Rotherham Campus, North Notts Campus and Dearne Valley Campus and a number of subsidiary training organisations, allowing easier access to higher level qualifications across the regions we serve.

By studying with us, you’ll benefit from:

  • Studying locally
  • Degrees accredited by top universities
  • A small and friendly campus
  • Low fees
  • Access to specialist facilities
  • Industry experienced teaching professionals
  • A supportive and caring learning environment
  • Frequent one to one support with our tutors
  • Excellent employer links
  • Flexible study options
  • An all-round fantastic student experience

Take a look at our prospectus to find out more about how you can gain degrees on your doorstep.

Scroll down to see the courses offered at University Centre Rotherham.

You can apply for a course directly by completing our online application form at any time throughout the year.

Take a look at our how to apply page where you can apply for a course directly, find out more about applying and read about the application process.

Our Enquiries Team are here to assist you with completing your online application should you require it, you can contact them on 01709 722806 or by emailing ucr@rotherham.ac.uk.

Our previous Higher Education graduation ceremony took place in November 2024, where we celebrated the achievements of our students at Rotherham United’s AESSEAL New York Stadium, accommodating hundreds of proud families and students graduating from classes.

Our graduation ceremonies included inspirational guest speakers, a brass band, commemorative certificates and a sea of graduands in gowns and caps, surrounded by proud families and friends.

Take a look at UCR’s graduation webpage where you’ll find information about our graduation ceremonies.

Tuition Fee Loans

Our full-time courses and some of our part-time courses are eligible for funding via the Student Loans Company and this is how most of our students fund their tuition fees.

Student loans are repayable from the April following the completion of your course and when your earnings rise above £25,000 per year. This will be deducted from your salary in the same way that tax and national insurance payments are deducted.

For more information on eligibility, the application process and repayment, please visit www.slc.co.uk

Maintenance Loans

You may be eligible for loans and grants to support with living costs during your studies. For more information on eligibility, the application process, potential grants and repayment, please visit the Student Loans Company website.

For more information on eligibility, the application process, potential grants and repayment, please visit www.slc.co.uk

Advanced Learner Loans

Advanced Learner Loans are tuition fee loans designed for students aged 19 or above*, who are undertaking eligible Level 3 to Level 6 courses. This funding route may be an option for students applying for one of the Level 3 Access to Higher Education courses. More information about the Advanced Learner Loans can be found at: www.gov.uk/advanced-learner-loan

For students who can’t access tuition fee loans, we offer flexible repayment options.

*If you are aged 19 – 23 years old and studying your first Level 3, there will be no cost for the course.

Other available support

There may be other ways in which we can support your learning, please contact our Student Services Team on 01709 722823 as support may be available for you.

  • Childcare Grant
  • Disabled Students’ Allowance (DSA)
  • HE Hardship Fund
  • College Bursary

Find out more about the financial support available.

We’re on Clearing and we’re here to help you!

If you haven’t applied to university yet, have changed your mind about your current course choice or your circumstances have changed, then you can use Clearing to find alternative courses to study.

See our Clearing page for more information.

A selection of student accommodation is available within the local area.

Take a look at our student accommodation page