Our Experience Days, also known as Transition Days, are designed to help you feel confident, prepared and excited about starting at Buckinghamshire College Group.
Taking place in July, these sessions give you a real taste of college life before you begin in September. You’ll meet your tutors, explore your learning spaces and connect with other students on your course.
When Are the Experience Days?
Aylesbury Campus: Wednesday 1st July
Amersham & Wycombe Campuses: Thursday 2nd July
What to Expect on the Day
Your Experience Day is structured to give you a clear and supportive introduction to college.
Morning Session (All Students)
You’ll take part in course-based activities, including:
- Visiting your workshops, studios or classrooms
- Meeting your course tutors
- Getting to know your future classmates
- Taking part in subject taster activities
- Learning what to expect from your course in September
Afternoon Session (If Applicable)
If you have an EHCP (Education, Health & Care Plan) or SEND needs, you’ll also be invited to a support session.
Start time: From 12:00pm
Finish time: By 3:00pm (you can stay as long or as little as you like)
This drop-in session will introduce you to the support available and help ensure you’re fully prepared for a smooth start.
Arrival Times by Subject Area
Start and finish times vary depending on your course. Please arrive at the correct time for your subject area. Morning sessions are expected to finish 3 hours after the arrival time.
| Aylesbury Campus – Wednesday 1st July | |
| Subject | Arrival Time |
| Childcare | 8:45am |
| Health and Care | 8:45am |
| Science | 8:45am |
| Construction Services (Electrical and Plumbing) | 9:15am |
| Construction Trades (Bricklaying, Carpentry, Construction Multi-Skills and Maintenance Operations) | 9:15am |
| Motor Vehicle | 9:15am |
| Art and Design | 9:45am |
| Business (including Events Management and Marketing) | 9:45am |
| Civil Engineering | 9:45am |
| Computing | 9:45am |
| Game Art and Design | 9:45am |
| Hair and Beauty | 10:15am |
| Sport | 10:15am |
| Uniformed Public Services | 10:15am |
| Amersham Campus – Thursday 2nd July | |
| Subject | Arrival Time |
| Media and Animation | 9:00am |
| Music | 9:00am |
| Art and Design (incl. Photography) | 9:30am |
| Business and Enterprise | 9:30am |
| Wycombe Campus – Thursday 2nd July | |
| Subject | Arrival Time |
| Childcare | 9:15am |
| Health and Care | 9:15am |
| Science (incl. Forensics) | 9:15am |
| Construction Services (Electrical and Plumbing) | 9:45am |
| Construction Trades (Bricklaying, Carpentry, Construction Multi-Skills and Maintenance Operations) | 9:45am |
| Motor Vehicle | 9:45am |
| Sport | 10am |
| Uniformed Public Services | 10am |
Please check your subject area carefully to ensure you arrive on time.
Why Attend a Transition Day?
Experience Days are an important part of your journey to college. They help you:
- Feel more confident about starting in September
- Get familiar with your campus and facilities
- Build connections with tutors and classmates early
- Understand what will be expected of you on your course
Students who attend often feel more prepared and settled when term begins.
Confirm Your Attendance
If you haven’t already confirmed your place, please do so as soon as possible.
Confirm Your Attendance
Can’t make it? Please still use the link above to let us know.
High Demand Courses
The following courses are currently in very high demand for September entry:
Aylesbury Campus
T Level Civil Engineering
Level 1 Motor Vehicle
Level 2 Beauty Therapy
Level 1 Construction Multi-Skills
Level 2 Electrical Installations
Wycombe Campus
Level 1 Motor Vehicle
Level 1 Plumbing
If you have applied for one of these courses, it’s important that you complete the Experience Day attendance form, even if you cannot attend.
As places are limited, confirming your attendance (or letting us know you’re unable to make it) helps us keep your application active and shows your continued interest in the course.
Need Help?
If you have any questions before your Experience Day, our Admissions Team is here to help.
Email:
Phone: 01296 588 599
Your Transition Day is the first step in your college journey. We’re looking forward to welcoming you and helping you make a great start.
