University Centre
Looking for university courses in Bristol?
Reach higher at our University Centre
There are plenty of reasons to choose City of Bristol College for your degree-level course. You will learn in small classes with individual support tailored to you, and we are experienced in supporting students who are balancing work and study, or who have family or care responsibilities. Our higher education courses are affordable and many can be studied on a flexible basis.
We also offer Access to Higher Education courses for students who want to study a degree course but do not currently meet the entry requirements.
What Are Higher Technical Qualifications (HTQs)?
The National Careers Service has created a helpful video detailing what HTQs are.
In the clip, you will hear from students, employers and training providers about how these new qualifications can provide you with the skills that you need to succeed.
Secure your place on a higher education course
You can still get a place on one of our University Centre courses by applying through clearing if you:
- haven’t got any offers or didn’t meet the offer conditions
- or if you’ve declined all of your offers or have changed your mind about the courses you applied for.
Apply online for a university-level course with City of Bristol College
Our higher education (HE) courses are open for applications.
- If you want to study a full-time course, you’ll need to apply through UCAS
- If you want to study part-time, you can enquire through the course webpage to start your application.
Degree Level Apprenticeships
Degree Apprenticeships offer a unique opportunity to earn a salary, gain work experience, and earn a degree without tuition fees. As a Level 6 Apprentice, you’ll graduate with a BA (Hons) or BSc (Hons) degree, like full-time university students. You will spend 20% of your working week studying at university, and while entry requirements vary, formal qualifications such as advanced apprenticeships or A-Levels are typically required, although industry experience may also be considered.
Higher Education Graduation
We are passionate about championing and celebrating our graduates and their incredible achievements. The pinnacle of which is our Higher Education Graduation that takes place in November each year.
The 2025, The 2024 and the 2023 image Galleries can be found here.
In 2025, we proudly hosted our Higher Education graduation ceremony at the Wills Memorial Building in Bristol, a neo-Gothic landmark designed by Sir George Oatley and built by George and Henry Wills as a memorial to their father, Henry Overton Wills III.
