How to apply

Follow the steps to help you with your application. If you have any questions, please contact our Admissions team: Email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or call 020 8607 8302

Applying Online

Submitting your application online makes it easier, as you can add exam grades and upload your certificates, which will save you time when you come in to complete your enrolment.

  • Click 'courses' from the main menu to view our courses by subject list or use our course explorer
  • On the subject page you can 'browse courses', select your level and then choose your course. On the course information page, click on the 'apply now' button.

Create an account

You will need to create an account and fill in your details before you submit your application. Some courses will also enable you to select your own interview.

We will keep in touch with you via email and you can log in anytime to manage your details and check the progress of your application, by using the application 'login' link, which can also be found on the footer of the website.

Apply by post

Download and print the application form by clicking on the link below:

Fill it out in full and post it to us at the address below.

Admissions, Richmond Upon Thames College, Langhorn Drive, Twickenham, Middlesex, TW2 7SJ.

We will confirm when we have received your application form and will contact you to arrange your interview. If you need another paper form, please call 020 8607 8000.

  • Still not decided?

    Enquire for a course

    Click the blue 'enquire' button on the course page.  Create your account if you have not already done so and you can log back in at any time (using the ‘Login’ link in the top right corner of the HRUC website) to see your enquiry details and apply online once you are ready. We will be in touch with you within 2 working days of your enquiry being submitted.

    If you would like to talk to someone about your options, our information, advice and guidance team can give you free advice and guidance. Our specialist staff can also advise you if you have qualifications that are from outside the UK and you would like to find out how they can help you study at Richmond upon Thames College.

  • What happens after you apply?

    Once you have submitted your application, you will receive a confirmation email from us.

    Applications for all 16-18 courses

    Following your confirmation email, you will receive a further email from us inviting you to the college for an interview and/or an audition. 

    Adult courses

    Please note that applications for adult courses are generally processed nearer to the start date of the individual course. Depending upon the course you have applied for, you may be asked to attend an interview/trial/assessment.

    Please contact the Admissions team via This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or call 020 8607 8302 if you would like to discuss the process for your chosen course.

  • Want to change the course you've applied for?

    That's not a problem. You don't need to submit a new application form, just contact our Admissions team to let them know: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or call 020 8607 8302.

  • Conditional offer

    If your interview/audition is successful, you will receive a conditional offer. This means that as long as you meet the entry requirements for the course and attend your allotted Enrolment date, then you will secure your place on your course of choice.

    The course’s entry requirements will be listed on your conditional offer email, which will be sent to you a few days after your successful interview. You can also find them on the specific subject course page.

    If you are not made an offer at your interview/audition, we will discuss alternative options with you and if you are interested in a different course, we will arrange an interview for you with that course.

  • Application closing date

    We do not have an official closing date for applications, but we advise that you apply as early as possible during the academic year to secure your place on the course you want to study.

  • Enrolment

    Enrolment is the final stage of the application process and will take place from GCSE results day onwards.

    During your Enrolment session, we add your details to the system to make you an official Richmond upon Thames College student and finalising your place at the College.

    Details about Enrolment will be sent to you via email in late-July/early-August. If possible, we ask that you try to avoid booking any holidays from GCSE results day onwards as, if you are unavailable, this may jeopardise your place at the College.

  • Applying for an Apprenticeship

    Applying for an Apprenticeship is a little different to applying for A Levels or a vocational course. Apprenticeships are jobs with training and qualifications, so rather than applying for the course, you apply for the job. You can find out more about Apprenticeships and apply for vacancies on our HRUC website. 

  • Do you need extra support at RuTC?

    Inclusive Learning Support and EHCPs

    If you require Inclusive Learning Support or have an EHCP, please give us as much information as possible when you apply (there is a section about this in the online application form).

    If you have an EHCP, please ensure that you inform your key worker at your local council and ask that they send your EHCP to our Inclusive Learning Support team. 

    Once we have your application, we will contact you to confirm your EHCP status and, if necessary, to remind you to complete the above process.

    You can find out more about Inclusive Learning Support, including contact information on our Inclusive Learning Support webpage.