International Students at the Bournemouth and Poole College

acilities and teaching teams and offer a wide range of professional and technical programmes which provide entry to university, membership of internationally recognised professional organisations and preparation for the world of work. The local area is a very popular choice of destination for International students from all over the world. Whether you are preparing for university, developing your professional or technical skills or studying languages, you will receive a high quality education that is recognised by universities and employers around the world. The Bournemouth and Poole College has around 20,000 students, including International students from the Middle East, Europe, Asia, Latin America, Africa and the Pacific Rim. The local area has much to offer and when you study with us you are guaranteed a valuable and memorable experience, where you can enjoy and high quality study and an excellent lifestyle. From the moment you arrive at the airport, to the day you leave us, you can be assured of the best care and support. The College has been awarded the prestigious Beacon Award for the support of International students. The College is one of the UK’s centres of English Language learning. You will be taught by leading experts and be supported by some of the best learning facilities in the country including extensive libraries, audio books and support materials. We offer English programmes which are flexible with regular start dates, and English Language support while you study on a mainstream course. As the largest state college in the region, you will study alongside thousands of UK students. This provides an excellent opportunity to improve your English and learn about British life and culture. The local region, including the towns of Bournemouth and Poole are famous as major tourist centres. The climate is good and there are activities for everyone, including excellent shopping, nightlife, restaurants, and of course, the beaches and water sports. There are fast trains to London taking around one hour and forty minutes, and the surrounding area offers outstanding opportunities for cultural excursions to London, Bath, Oxford, and Thorpe Park to name just a few.