We as a College are proud of our reputation as
a hub of the community and we strive to forge and maintain
links with local businesses and schools, as well as committing
ourselves to charitable events in this country and abroad.
Higher education
In conjunction with the University of Bedfordshire, we offer
degree-level qualifications in over 20 different subjects. The
University is a vibrant, modern institution, which offers one of
the most generous bursary and scholarship schemes in the country.
Our partnership means that you can continue degree-level study in
the local area and take advantage of the University’s facilities,
in which over £60 million has been invested.
School links
In 2007-08 over 400 14-16 year old pupils attended the College
one day each week to study subjects such as motor vehicle and
hairdressing. We also work closely with AimHigher and
Gifted & Talented, and support local schools in helping
young people make the right choices about their future.
BedfordBID
BedfordBID is an important
organisation that spends £500,000 a year promoting Bedford town
centre and collaborating with both local businesses and the
College.
Local businesses
We have strong links with local businesses, who provide students
with real work experience and
apprenticeships.
Keen to be green
Bedford College has a reputation as a national leader in the
provision of energy and sustainability training, and we are
committed to reducing any negative effect of our activities on the
environment. Bedford College is also the only further education
college to have won the prestigious Green Gown
award for sustainability in the Courses and
Skills categories – otherwise only universities have
achieved this level of academic recognition.
All for charity
In the 2007/08 academic year, students and staff raised nearly
£7,000 for local charities and also sponsored the development of a
new primary school in one of the poorest parts of Africa.
Heart
The College works closely with Heart, the radio station for
Bedfordshire, in promotional and sponsorship activities in the
local area.
Bedford Academy
Bedford
Academy (previously John Bunyan
Upper School) is a specialist science and
technology school sponsored by The Bedford Charity (The Harpur
Trust) and Bedford College.
Nextstep
The College works closely with Nextstep to provide
advice on work, training or learning for adults in the local
community.