Furness College

Barrow in Furness, United Kingdom • Founded 2000

Updated Sep 2026 · Source: furness.ac.uk

Overview

English Name: Furness College
Founded: 2000
Institution Type: College
Control Type: Public

Operating from Barrow in Furness, United Kingdom, Furness College delivers higher education as a public college established in 2000. It serves as a higher-education provider within the United Kingdom.

At Furness College, the institution runs a small set of programmes.

Location & Contact

Address, contact details, and online presence for Furness College are summarised below.

Programs Offered

The full set of programmes Furness College offers is searchable and grouped by level below.

1 programme on record. Compare these on the programs page All programs in United Kingdom

Foundation 1 programme

Scholarships in United Kingdom

Scholarships and grants accessible to students attending Furness College or other universities in the United Kingdom are below.

Cambridge Trust International Scholarship
Cambridge Trust · Foundation funded · International students · Renewable · Combined · Covers Living
Covers tuition fees at the international rate, an annual maintenance stipend, and support towards the student visa and Immigration Health Surcharge, for postgraduate (and some undergraduate) study at Cambridge; there is no separate application form.
Gates Cambridge Scholarship
Gates Cambridge Trust · Foundation funded · International students · Renewable · Combined
Funds full-time or part-time PhD study, the one-year MLitt, or (with some exceptions) other one-year postgraduate courses at the University of Cambridge; fee and stipend amounts are set through the University's own student-funding process rather than published on the eligibility page.
Rhodes Scholarship
Rhodes Trust · Foundation funded · International students · Renewable · 20,400 GBP per year · Combined · Covers Living, Travel
Covers University of Oxford course and college fees, an annual stipend of £20,400 (£1,700 a month, 2025-26 rate), the Oxford application fee, student visa and Immigration Health Surcharge costs, two economy flights to and from the UK, and a settling-in allowance.
Weidenfeld-Hoffmann Scholarships and Leadership Programme
Weidenfeld-Hoffmann Trust · Foundation funded · International students · Renewable · 18,622 GBP per year · Combined · Covers Living
Covers 100% of course fees and a living-cost grant (at least £18,622 a year through the St Antony's College partnership) for the full period of fee liability, plus participation in a tailored leadership programme.

How to apply to Furness College

What applying to Furness College involves, in five steps.

  1. 1
    Browse the programme catalogue

    Furness College's catalogue includes 1 programmes. Browse by level, identify candidates matching your prior qualifications, and note their entry requirements for the next step.

  2. 2
    Check eligibility for your chosen programme

    Entry requirements vary by programme and degree level. Verify academic minimums, language tests (if international), and any additional documents required for Furness College's admissions process.

  3. 3
    Get your documents ready

    Typical documents include academic transcripts, identity proof (passport or national ID), language proficiency test scores, a personal statement or motivation letter, and recommendation letters. International applicants should account for translation and notarisation time.

  4. 4
    Apply through UCAS or direct entry

    For undergraduate study, apply centrally through UCAS (ucas.com), listing Furness College as one of your choices. For postgraduate study, apply directly through Furness College's own admissions portal at www.furness.ac.uk.

  5. 5
    Reach out and track your application

    Follow up to confirm your application was received and is being processed. Admissions teams may request interviews or additional documents — respond promptly to keep your application active.

Frequently Asked Questions about Furness College

Common questions about Furness College — answers from its published profile.

In what year was Furness College established?

Furness College was founded in 2000 (approximately 26 years ago).

In which city is Furness College?

Furness College is based in Barrow in Furness, United Kingdom.

What is Furness College's control type?

It is a public higher-education institution.

Where can I learn more about Furness College?

You can find Furness College online at www.furness.ac.uk.

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