In Partnership with Furness College
We have partnered with Furness College to offer higher education courses to local students. The University Centre at Furness College houses state-of-the-art facilities and is designed to provide a real industry experience, propelling students towards their dream careers.
As a large industrial town on the coast, Barrow was once home to the largest steelworks in the world and remains an industry powerhouse to this day. Home to BAE systems and a historic shipyard, Barrow is at the heart of submarine production in the UK.
There is plenty to explore in and around the town, including attractions like The Dock Museum, Furness Abbey, and miles of stunning coastline. Head into town to find beloved high street stores and independent coffee shops, perfect for filling up or hanging out between classes.
*Adult Nursing students will complete placements in the Barrow nursing circuit but will be taught at Lancaster, for more information please visit the adult nursing course page.
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Three Reasons Why We Love Our Barrow Campus
Furness College - Being part of Furness College means that you will be in a fantastic learning environment alongside lots of other students, sharing modern facilities, flexible study spaces, library resources, and much more.
Extra Facilities - Outside of class you will find plenty to do on campus. Dine at the on-site restaurant or get a blow-out at the student beauty salon, part of the college's vocational offering. Want to keep active? Take advantage of the gym and 3G outdoor pitch.
Explore Barrow - Immerse yourself in Barrow's culture by exploring the remains of Furness Abbey or diving into history at the Dock Museum. Just a stone's throw away you will discover Piel Island, a 50-acre island situated at the tip of the Furness Peninsula.
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BSc. ADULT NURSING
Accredited by the Nursing and Midwife Council, our Adult Nursing course is designed with a modern nursing career in mind.
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Students who apply to study at our Barrow-in-Furness location will study taught content on our Lancaster campus and will complete placements within the Barrow placement circuit. Most placements will take place within Barrow-in-Furness but students occasionally may need to be allocated outside the town on occasions to meet learning needs. Students will also have access to Furness Colleges Library.
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Nursing Associate Degree Apprenticeship
The Nursing Associate Degree Apprenticeship is a highly trained support course that equips you with the skills you need to deliver safe, effective, and responsive, person-centered nursing care. This course trains you in a number of environments, ranging from pre-life to end of life.
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FdSc. Assistant Practitioner in Health and Social Care
Mapped to National Occupational Standards, the Assistant Practitioner in Health and Social Care course is designed to train support workers in essential skills while building an ethical, values-based approach. Following this course, you can progress onto further studies in health, such as Nursing, Occupational Therapy, Radiography, and Physiotherapy.
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The course allowed me to be part of a profession that I love and wanted to be a part of for a long time. I also gained a lot of confidence during my time at university. I’m definitely a more confident and assertive person these days which is vital in nursing.
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Charlene Meadowcroft, BSc. Adult Nursing
A local student, Charlene undertook placements to support her community throughout her studies and gain an insight into the realities of nursing.
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#Brilliant Barrow is an ambitious scheme to transform Barrow for future generations. Backed by the University of Cumbria, the scheme has secured £25 million from the government’s Towns Fund and comprises a series of transformative projects.
One project includes the development of the Barrow Learning Quarter, supporting key sectors like energy and advanced manufacturing to increase economic diversity, opportunities, and creative innovation. This project is designed to ensure the borough thrives as a great place to live, work, and visit.
Where to find our Barrow-in-Furness campus
Furness College
Channelside,
Barrow-in-Furness,
LA14 2PJ
