Pathways is a diverse, accredited programme where students are taught using a range of techniques, including workshops, group activities and outdoor working activities.

Student in common room

Is it for me?

Pathways is designed to explore a variety of academic and vocational subjects, where we will support you with teamwork, setting personal goals, confidence building, participation and inclusion, and generally settling into college life. The main aim of the programme helping you to decide on your future career pathway in the subject area of your choice.

Our facilities

You will study full-time at our City Campus and will have access to all the facilities at all our campuses via the taster sessions that will be on offer in our academic/vocational subject areas. In addition, you will also have access to all the facilities available to students, such as Area 51 student common room, on-site cafeteria, Inner City Garden and much more.

Two students at Sunderland College studying travel and tourism

Career ready

With the qualifications you will gain, you will be able to progress to further programmes of study or an apprenticeship either here with us at Sunderland College or another educational institution, or into employment, either full or part-time.