Courses for 16-18 year olds
Our college centres
Reach your potential
We are Bristol’s college. City of Bristol College offers a broad range of A Levels, vocational and technical courses and apprenticeships to suit everybody. Wherever you join us from, we have the right course to get you moving towards a bright future.
Our exciting, dynamic Centres located across the city are an inspiring place to learn, with state-of-the-art facilities and industry-standard equipment to replicate real working environments. Among our amazing facilities you’ll find our City Salons and City Restaurants, an aircraft hangar, construction trade work rooms, creative studios, our animal care centre and much more.
Not sure what course your interested in? Why not use our subject search option below to uncover exciting opportunities.
Our courses
Early Years Courses for School Leavers
Early Years Courses for School Leavers What Does an Early Years Course Involve? The Early Years sector in the UK is vast and there is demand for well-trained, skilled people […]
English and Maths Courses for School Leavers
What Does an English and Maths Course Involve? Firstly, you’ll complete an initial assessment so that we can recommend the best starting point and support you to progress towards your […]
Applied Science Courses for School Leavers
What Does an Applied Science Course Involve? Our Applied Science courses combine theory with practical learning, helping you develop the knowledge and skills needed for university, apprenticeships or employment. Depending […]
Engineering Courses for School Leavers
Engineering Courses for School Leavers What Does an Engineering Course Involve? The South West has a particularly strong engineering and manufacturing tradition. It is home to the biggest cluster of […]
Motor Vehicle and Transport Courses for School Leavers
Our Motor Vehicle and Transport training is suited to all areas of the industry and we offer a number of courses to suit your career goals.
Aeronautical Engineering Courses for School Leavers
What Does an Aeronautical Engineering Course Involve? The Aircraft Maintenance Engineering course is a two-year, full-time course that will teach you everything you need to know about Aircraft Maintenance. You […]
Creative and Digital Courses for School Leavers
What Does a Creative and Digital Course Involve? Creative and Digital courses combine practical projects with creative thinking, technical development and digital skills. Depending on your chosen subject, you could […]
Construction Courses for School Leavers
Construction Courses for School Leavers What Does a Construction Course Involve? Construction courses introduce key skills and knowledge used across the Construction sector through practical activities and hands-on learning. Course […]
Public Services Courses for School Leavers
What Does a Public Services Course Involve? Fitness You could learn how to train others by studying personal training or fitness instruction. Working in a sport-related job can boost your […]
English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL)
At City of Bristol College, we offer comprehensive ESOL courses for both adults (19+) and 16-18-year-olds. These courses support learners at different stages, from pre-entry, through intermediate levels and up to GCSE-level English, giving […]
Hair and Beauty Courses for School Leavers
What Does a Hair and Beauty Course Involve? You can help people look and feel their best, outside and in. This can boost their confidence and improve their wellbeing. Our […]
Computing and Information Technology (IT) Courses for School Leavers
Computing and Information Technology (IT) Courses for School Leavers
Catering and Hospitality Courses for School Leavers
What Does a Catering and Hospitality Course Involve? We have industry-standard facilities available in our training kitchens and restaurants at our College Green Centre and South Bristol Skills Academy (SBSA). The College […]
Business and Professional Services Courses for School Leavers
Business and Professional Services Courses for School Leavers
Animal Care Courses for School Leavers
What Does an Animal Care Course Involve? Our courses support a range of interests and abilities, from basic animal care to more advanced and specialist knowledge such as exotic animal […]
A Levels
Our A Level results secured an institution-wide pass rate of 95% in 2026.
Where you will learn
We have five main centres across Bristol and South Gloucestershire, all of which offer top-of-the-range facilities and outstanding teaching.
