Redcar & Cleveland College has joined with other colleges across the north east to launch a new scheme aimed at helping students to progress from further education to higher education.

Passport Plus has been set up in conjunction with the University of Teesside to mark its tenth anniversary and to demonstrate the continued commitment of members to support progression to higher education.

The scheme provides students who are considering higher education courses with a range of support services including advice, guidance and a range of activities to help them make the move into HE.

Gary Groom, Principal of Redcar & Cleveland College, said:

We’re absolutely delighted to be involved in Passport Plus as it will give students at Redcar & Cleveland College a fantastic opportunity to study at degree level whilst they are with us here and then go on and progress to University.”

The University of Teesside’s Vice Chancellor, Professor Graham Henderson said:

“I am delighted to announce this major expansion of our Passport programme. It is a partnership in which I take great pride and this latest evolution will, I am sure, make a major contribution to supporting students to achieve their potential.”

Passport Plus represents the members of the University of Teesside Partnership which boasts over 30 member institutions and over 6000 student members from across the region.

Passport Plus institutions will enjoy additional benefits both to students and staff to include student shadowing opportunities and the provision of HEadstart modules.  College students can study year one degree level modules while at college, enhancing their skills and knowledge and giving them the chance to get a head start on their higher education.