Bradford College

http://www.bradfordcollege.ac.uk

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Bradford College

We have been providing education and training at Bradford College for 185 years, and through our many years of experience, bring you an incredible choice of courses, highly qualified teaching staff and excellent facilities. As one of the largest Colleges in the country - with over 20,000 students - we have a huge variety of career-focused subjects and qualifications to start you on the career path to suit you.

The College is a friendly, welcoming place to study. We pride ourselves on delivering outstanding support for students in all areas of College life, including tutor support and an extensive personal advisor provision. It is an exciting time to be part of Bradford College. We have already invested in outstanding new facilities that lead the way in new technologies and on-the-job training and we have big plans to become one of the most innovative learning providers in the country - helping to make Bradford College a leader in education.

Supporting You
We want you to get the very best out of the years spent with us - so we take our responsibilities for student welfare very seriously. We pride ourselves on our excellent support services, designed to support students of all ages, nationalities and abilities, both in and outside the lecture theatre. Our international students are supported by a specialist team, who can support you in any concerns you may have, including immigration issues or applications, home sickness, mitigating circumstances paperwork and welfare issues.

International Centre
Our dedicated International Centre is the first port of call for all international students seeking advice, from the point of application through to graduation. We have an International Student Advisor especially trained to help international students and we encourage you to come and see us with any questions or concerns you may have about student life in the UK.

Learning Resources
We offer every learner support to achieve their full potential in their subject area by ensuring they have access to appropriate learning resources. Our three libraries offer more than just books - as a student, you will also have access to e-journals, databases and e-books, along with free wi-fi on campus.

Playcare
We have our own nursery for students with families.

Counselling Services
Whether it's social, personal or academic concerns, counselling can help set you mind at rest.

Multi-faith Matters
Our own Multi-Faith Centre supports students of varying faiths. We have a group of chaplains and advisors who are part of the college team here to support you.
We also have college rooms available for silent contemplation and/or prayer.

Employability & Careers
We offer great careers advice to increase your employability and careers potential.

Learner Services
Our Learner Services Department is there to provide you with help, advice and guidance.

Student Information Desks
Our friendly staff are on hand to answer any administrative queries you may have.

Bradford - A Great Place to Study
In the educational stakes we're a city of "firsts" - first school meals - first nurseries - first school medicals - first upper school - Education Act - Forster was MP here - and the pioneering spirit with students at its heart has simply never stopped.

As the former 'Wool Capital' of the World, Bradford was once famed for its industrial excellence within the textiles sector. The Wool Exchange and 'Little Germany', the former wool merchants' area of the city, reflect this industrial heritage. Whilst retaining many of its unique features, Bradford is now a very international city with a diverse cultural mix. The city is currently being revitalised through an ongoing programme of investment and renewal.

The lively night life is prominent in the city's "West End": a vibrant array of bars, restaurants and nightclubs, close to the College campus at the heart of the city.

No matter what your taste in entertainment, it will be well catered for in Bradford. There are student bars, cafés, a wealth of clubs, many offering student nights and discounts, and an abundance of live music venues.

Other information

- Our students enjoy facilities such as Level6 (fitness suite, restaurant, café bar and hair and beauty salons), libraries, Learning Resource Centres and the English Language Centre.
- Bradford College has recently opened its new 'Trinity Green Campus', a £20 million development housing Engineering, Construction and Sport.
- We are based in the North of England, in West Yorkshire.
- Bradford is one of the most affordable UK cities in which students can live and study.

Year institution founded: 1825

Total enrolled: 20800

Men to women ratio: 45.6

Number of academic staff: 1800

International links: Bradford College has partnerships with institutions all over the world through various programmes and initiatives including, Erasmus, British Council and TVET UK. Bradford College also is strongly associated with developing quality partnership and capacity building collaborations internationally.

Scholarship

Scholarships are available for students in their second or third year of degree study with us for 30% of their annual tuition fee. They are not guaranteed and are based on a competitive application process.

If you pay your tuition fees in full on or before enrolment, you will receive a £500 discount.

Accommodation

There is a large variety of accommodation for students at Bradford College and making arrangements is easy. Our Accommodation Services can provide you with all the advice and guidance you need to make the right decision for your circumstances. Accommodation Services is run by a national charity called UNIPOL.

The College has two types of accommodation:

Halls of residence
Homestay accommodation

There is also a wide choice of privately rented flats, houses and bedsits available in Bradford.

Halls of Residence
Accommodation Services can offer excellent ensuite accommodation within Halls of Residence.

Homestay Accommodation
This involves you living in a house owner's own home, as a lodger or as part of the family. The College has a small list of people who are willing to accommodate students this way.

This type of accommodation gives students from overseas the opportunity to experience family life in the UK. Students under 18 years old must reside in this type of accommodation, although it is also highly recommended for students who may not have lived away from home before.

Privately Rented Accommodation
There is also a wide choice of privately rented flats, houses and bedsits available in Bradford.