Subject Areas

Bridgwater College houses courses from across disciplines, offering an unprecedented choice for learners, no matter your interests. Now a part of UCS College Group, if you can’t quite find the right course for you, you’re bound to find the answer at the other colleges in our family.

Outstanding in every category

Studying at Bridgwater College means you are choosing an environment verified by the highest national standards to offer an unparalleled level of quality in every area.

You don’t just learn in classrooms; you train in environments that accurately mirror modern workplaces.

We embed essential life and career skills into every course, ensuring you graduate as a well-rounded, resilient individual. Our core mission is to help you flourish.

Types of study

School Leavers (16-19)

Start your future with A Levels, T Levels, Technical & Professional qualifications or Apprenticeships. Get ready for university or a career with hands-on learning and expert guidance.

Our subject areas

A Levels

Whether you’re aiming for university, a high-level apprenticeship, or simply want to keep your options open, picking the right A Levels is a crucial step toward achieving your goals.

At Bridgwater College, our wide-ranging A Level offer allows you to follow your passions, play to your strengths, and even try something completely new. From the sciences and humanities to the creative arts and social sciences, you’ll find a subject mix that suits your interests and future ambitions.

Thinking about a career in medicine or veterinary science? You’ll find the perfect combination of Biology, Chemistry, and Maths. Fascinated by human behaviour? Psychology and Sociology could be for you. With so many options to choose from, you can create a personalised academic journey that reflects who you are and where you want to go.

A Levels
Access to Higher Education

Our Access to HE programmes are nationally recognised qualifications that can lead directly to university or higher education.

Access to HE
Administration & Office Skills
Administration & Office Skills
Agriculture
Agriculture
Animal Management
Animal Management
Arboriculture
Arboriculture
Art, Design & Fashion

From fine art and graphic design to fashion textiles and animation, you’ll have the chance to explore your artistic interests and build a strong foundation for a creative future.

Art, Design & Fashion
Automotive

Whether owning your own car aesthetics business or chasing a career in Formula One, our offer is unparalleled and gives you what you need to achieve your dreams.

Automotive
Barbering

Our courses teach you not only how to cut and style hair, but also how to build client relationships and create personalised grooming experiences.

Barbering
Beauty

Whether you’re interested in skincaremassage, or cosmetic treatments, our programmes offer the technical skills and real-world experience to build a successful and rewarding career in the beauty industry.

Beauty
Brickwork
Brickwork
Business Management

Whether you’re drawn to marketingadministration, or accountancy, studying Business at Bridgwater College equips you with the practical knowledge and experience needed to thrive in any industry.

Business Management
Carpentry
Carpentry
Civil Engineering
Civil Engineering
Computing & Digital

Whether you’re passionate about writing codesecuring digital infrastructure, or exploring the possibilities of emerging technologies, our  courses provide the perfect foundation to launch an exciting career in this dynamic field.

Computing & Digital
Counselling & Personal Development
Counselling & Personal Development
Countryside Management
Countryside Management
Dog Grooming
Dog Grooming
Education & Early Years

Working with children is one of the most rewarding and impactful careers you can pursue. If you’re passionate about helping young people learn, grow, and thrive, studying with us will give you the skills and experience to make a real difference.

With a balance of theory and hands-on experience, you’ll gain the practical knowledge needed to succeed in nurseriesschools, and wider community settings.

Education & Early Years
Electrical

A career in Electrical Installation is no longer just about wires and sockets. Qualified electricians are the essential trade required to deliver the country’s Net Zero targets, creating unprecedented demand for skilled, certified professionals.

Electrical
Engineering

Engineering opens doors to a huge range of industries, including aerospace, nuclear, renewable energy, and product design.

By choosing a career in engineering, you’re stepping into a resilient, high-growth sector that needs urgent recruitment to deliver national priorities like Net Zero and modern infrastructure.

Engineering
Equine Studies
Equine Studies
English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL)
English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL)
Foundation Learning

Starting college is a big step and for young people with an Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP) or individual learning needs. We provide support that makes all the difference.

Foundation Learning
GCSEs
GCSEs
Hairdressing
Hairdressing
Health & Social Care

A qualification in this field offers unparalleled job security, career variety, and genuine purpose. The Health and Social Care sector is the UK’s largest employer, and its need for qualified staff is critical and growing.

Health & Social Care
Horticulture
Horticulture
Hospitality & Catering
Hospitality & Catering
Media, Broadcast & Production

If you’re keen to tell stories, work behind the camera, or create digital art, our Media, Broadcast & Production courses are built for you.

You’ll train in the new multi‑camera studio and motion capture suite, as well as the stunning McMillan Theatre.

Media, Broadcast & Production
Media Makeup
Media Make-up
Music
Music
Musical Theatre

Bridgwater College is one of the few colleges in the South West specialising in Musical Theatre, making it an excellent choice for this niche, highly regarded discipline.

Our courses are designed to prepare you for the competitive world of musical theatre, with expert training and industry insights.

Musical Theatre
Nuclear

The nuclear sector is moving into a phase of major investment and expansion, with strong demand for skilled engineers, scientists, and technicians. Study with us at the only National College for Nuclear in the South of England.

Nuclear
Painting & Decorating
Painting & Decorating
Plumbing
Plumbing
Sport, Coaching & Exercise Health

At Bridgwater College, we are renowned for our excellent sport provision, especially in football. All of our students benefit from access to elite-level facilities, experienced lecturers, and performance opportunities.

Sports, Coaching & Exercise Health
Teaching & Training
Teaching & Training
Uniformed Protective Services
Uniformed Protective Services

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📆 Wednesday 14 January 2026
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