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Bristol is a contemporary, multicultural city, rich in history and character. Once home to pirates, merchants and adventurers, Bristol's heritage and lively past is still evident in many areas of the city today.
Known as the capital of the South West, Bristol is a renowned centre of culture, business and education in the region. Famous for its active underground music and street art scene, the city's calendar is highlighted by a dynamic range of cultural events, festivals and exhibitions.
Close to London
Just 90 minutes from London by train with the coast and rolling countryside on its doorstep, this laid-back and spirited city offers the best of both worlds.
Just some of the reasons Bristol is such a great destination...
Find out why Verachat, one of our students, loves Bristol.
Diverse neighbourhoods
There's something in the city for everybody: from the old quarter and its floating harbour to Stokes Croft's explosion of street art or genteel, Georgian Clifton.
Green Appeal
A finalist in the European Green Capital Award 2010 and 2011, Bristol has been named the UK's most sustainable city and its first cycling city.
Shopping
Harvey Nichols, opened by Dita Von Teese, is just one of the outlets in Bristol's £500 million Cabot Circus shopping complex.
Lots of students to meet
A large student population with two universities and several colleges, Bristol is a city that caters to your lifestyle needs.
Music and culture
Experience Bristol's famous trip-hop and drum'n'bass scene and Banksy's graffiti art roots.
And if you still need convincing...
Bristol has appeared alongside Buenos Aires, Cape Town and Washington DC as one of the top 10 cities to visit in the world. (DK's Eye Witness Travel Top 10 Cities).
Business and economic opportunities
Bristol is a large commercial centre and a very popular destination for relocating companies. The city has always offered attractive business opportunities within locally based companies such as Aardman Animations, BBC, BAE Systems, Rolls Royce, Lloyds TSB and Orange.
The College's links with employers means we can offer you a range of employment opportunities, essential experience and vocational placements during and following your studies.
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