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Life at College

Photograph: A group of students running.You'll find life at college very different to your school days. You'll have more freedom to express yourself. You'll have new opportunities and meet a wide mix of people. You'll have greater responsibility for your own success. So make the most of it and have fun!


Find out here what our students get up to. Hear from a few tutors. Get survival tips and more....

Student diaries

How will you spend your time at City of Bristol College?

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What do our students enjoy most about College?


We asked students to keep a diary of a typical week

 

Your survival guide

Starting your time at College can be a daunting task.

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Help is at hand with our Survival Guide

 

Frequently Asked Questions

We answer your most frequently asked questions

Meet the tutors

You'll have your very own personal tutor to help you progress. So what do tutors do? And what are they like?
We spoke with tutors Shirley Davies and Lester Freckleton to find out...

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Get involved

We really want your input and ideas. Get your voice heard through your Students' Union . The College's Student Liaison Team organises trips, activities, campaigns and more.

Get in touch with the Student Liaison Team today

The College is what you make it, so let's make it a good place to be.

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What's on and where to go

There's loads of activities going on at City of Bristol College. And Bristol has an excellent social scene.


Find out what's happening at the College and around Bristol

Photograph: A student in the Learning Resource Centre.Learning Resource Centres

You'll find your Learning Resource Centre (LRC) becomes a second home and key to your success. We provide somewhere to study with access to computers and the Internet and a wide range of online resources plus books and magazines.


Find out about our Learning Resources Centres

Student Support

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We offer a wide range of excellent support services, from help with money management to counselling.


Find out what financial, disability, housing and other support we offer


Two new support services targeted at younger students are:

Education Maintenance Allowance

This is a new scheme to provide financial support to young students and their families.

Find out more about the Education Maintenance Allowance

Connexions

Connexions is a support service for 13-19 year olds.

Find out more about Connexions

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Image: Why choose to study at the Sixth Form Academy...Find out more.

How does an extra £30 a week sound. If you're 16 - 18, you may be eligible for an EMA. Find out more.

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