Learning Resource Centre
Whether you’re working on an assignment, revising for an exam, or simply looking for a quiet space between lessons, our Learning Resource Centre (LRC) is designed to help you succeed.
Much more than a library
Our LRC is a welcoming, well-equipped space that supports both academic study and independent learning. With dedicated areas for quiet study, group collaboration, and digital research, it’s the perfect place to focus and stay on top of your studies.
There’s also an extensive selection of books and reading materials, journals, magazines, DVDs, and more, and our friendly members of staff are always around to lend a hand.
What can you expect?
Join our Open Event
Come and see what makes Bridgwater College unique. Meet tutors, explore our college, and find the right path for you.
You’re not limited to campus, as our online library and digital services make it easy to study from anywhere
Many of our courses are delivered on-site in our specialist facilities, but others are offered remotely or directly in the workplace. It’s up to you how, when, and where you choose to study.
- Heritage Library Catalogue – available 24/7 for e-books, reservations and Click & Collect
- SharePoint Virtual Learning Environment – home to e-journals, research databases, and academic resources
- Read online or download for offline access
- Dedicated support for accessing resources remotely.
If you need support with your research or writing, our academic support sessions are designed to help you develop essential study skills. These sessions cover a range of topics, from how to avoid plagiarism to developing effective presentation skills.
HEADstart
For those new to higher education, our HEADstart programme (Higher Education Academic Development) offers additional guidance to help you build the confidence and skills you need to succeed at university-level study.
We offer a dynamic and engaging A Level programme designed to help you thrive, with exclusive enrichment opportunities, international trips, and expert tutelage from devoted staff.
From your morning coffee to a lunch with friends, great food is never far away at Bridgwater College. With a variety of on-site food outlets, it’s easy to grab something delicious between classes.
Student Support provides the essential scaffolding that enables every learner to overcome barriers, thrive academically, and prepare confidently for their next steps in life or work.