With a history of over 175 years, Bradford College UK is known as the largest provider of higher education outside of the university sector and has a very special focus for international students seeking to further their knowledge, with a variety of part-time, Further Education, Higher Education and Prospectus courses available; from the GCE A/L to Beauty Therapy and Hairdressing, Business, Computing and ICT, Child Care, Pharmacy, Teacher Training and Construction, as well as Visual Arts, Photography and Human Resource Management.

Adil Mahmood Head of Region Central / South Asia

Each year hundreds of courses are delivered to over 23,000 learners, from across the globe. The College is the fourth largest in the country. The variety of courses with a huge variety of career focused subjects and qualifications start students on the right career path, along with a dedicated and highly qualified teaching staff who are committed to ensuring every learner develops to their full potential.

Open door tutor access, small class sizes and great learner support are key parts of the student experience at Bradford College. In the National Student Survey 2009, conducted by Ipsos MORI, Bradford College scored significantly higher for student satisfaction in many subjects when compared with other HE institutions in the region.

Hundreds of international students come to Bradford College each year - the high standards of the courses have gained the college a global reputation to which they continually add. A comprehensive portfolio of Higher Education and Further Education courses encompassing all levels including foundation, undergraduate and postgraduate degrees are offered to students. Many of these have been carefully developed in close co-operation with industry, commerce, professional and nationally validating bodies.

The cost of living is inexpensive in Bradford, compared to other major UK cities. Excellent accommodation is available in the city that welcomes in excess of 30,000 students per year, from all over the UK and overseas. Bradford is a cosmopolitan city situated on the edge of the Yorkshire Moors with easy access to many interesting places throughout UK. There is so much to see and do in Bradford and the surrounding areas that give students an all round educational experience.

The International Centre, liaising with all other departments of the College, offers specialist advice and assistance for all international students. It offers dedicated support to international students from the point of application to graduation. Specialist advice and support is given by staff on issues including: Tier 4 visa applications and renewals, course applications, banking, police registration, council tax, money matters, registering with a doctor, welfare and everyday student issues.

Short induction courses are arranged to help new students settle quickly and benefit both academically and socially from their stay in Bradford as well. Financial assistance depending on the courses followed is available for students, undergraduates and PCGE students as well as for postgraduate students depending on criteria available.

Bradford College has a national reputation in a number of fields. It has been presented with a National Beacon Award for its outstanding contribution to Equality and Diversity by the Association of Colleges and awarded the Training Quality Standard - the highest accolade possible in recognition of its excellent work with employers. The College is home to three Centres of Vocational Excellence (COVEs) in Applied Science, Beauty & Complementary Therapies and Gas Innovation Learning and Professional Learning. COVEs are awarded by the Learning & Skills Council in recognition of quality vocational teaching, strong employer links and progression routes up to Level 3 and above.

Bradford College is offering spot admissions on November 15 from 10.30 am - 4.30 pm at the following venue for the January and February 2011 intake. For more information visit or call:

PAUTAG EDUCATION
NO 1 Deanston House
3/2 Deanston Place
(Third Floor)
Colombo 3
0777 390 683
011 57 52 33
Email: pautageducation@gmail.com.