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Life at College

At City of Bristol College you'll benefit from our supportive, university-style environment. Our approach is relaxed but professional and is very popular with students progressing from school or college as well as mature students who have family or career commitments.

All our tutors are approachable and will provide you with excellent support. And you'll have a busy social diary - our Students' Union and Student Liaison Officers organise loads of events and trips.

What do employers say about our courses?

Tutors

Your tutor will be key to your success at City of Bristol College. Luckily, we've some of the best who are always on hand to offer you help, advice and support.

Here's what some of our students say about the College's tutors:

'The tutors were very supportive and focused on bringing out the best in you as a student.'
Katie Szerencses, Dance Theatre Performance Foundation Degree

'My tutors and fellow students are a great mix of talented and helpful individuls and I have really enjoyed working with them.'
Grace Hanney, Computer Aided Design Technologies - Visualisation Foundation Degree

“The small classes mean a very supportive and personal experience in the learning environment, and the tutors genuinely care for your progress; you are not just a number in the system. I really enjoy life at the College. The facilities and the atmosphere around the centre is excellent.”
Polly Evans, Business Foundation Degree

What do tutors say about our courses?

What's on?

There are loads of events and activities organised for students, and loads to see and do around Bristol.

The Students' Union

Not only does the Students' Union help organise events, it also represents your views in the way the College is managed and run. You can take a part in that and help move the College forward.

Student support

We offer a range of excellent support services, from help with money management, disability, childcare, learning and language to finding accommodation.

Mature students

We're specialists in catering for those looking to return to study or individuals wishing to study whilst working. So, if you've good work experience and want to gain formal qualifications, get in touch.

We also have full and part-time Access to Higher Education programmes, for adults looking to progress to university level study who have life/work experience but few or no formal qualifications.

International students

Currently there are around 400 international students from over 50 different countries at the College. If you are coming to study at City of Bristol College from overseas you will receive all the support you need to make the most of your course and our facilities.