About Us

Paddington campus

Why study with us?

  • Over 490 career-focused courses to choose from - With so much choice, we’re confident we have a course to help you achieve your career ambitions.
  • Get award-winning support every step of the way - Accessible to you from day one to the day you leave, our support teams hold Matrix accreditation in recognition of the high-quality of support and guidance we give our students
  • We help you get work ready - Our dedicated Work Experience team help you secure work placements most relevant to your future career. 
  • You’ll be taught by tutors with industry experience - You’ll be taught by expert staff who are active in their industries and bring current knowledge into the classroom - so you’re learning is always relevant to employers
  • Partnerships with successful Universities - Our partnerships with local universities such as Westminster University, UAL and Birkbeck College allow you to enter the final year of a degree programme after the completion of a foundation degree or HND
  • Learn in facilities mirroring real work environments - From state-of-the-art photography studios and a purpose-built theatre to an industry-standard motor vehicle workshop, Sport England standard sports hall and an airplane cabin simulation training room, we’ve recreated real-work environments similar to what you’ll encounter when pursuing your career
  • We work with leading local and national employers - We maintain links with leading employers, so your learning is relevant to the needs of the industry
  • We’re easy to get to - Our campuses are situated in Paddington Green, Maida Vale and King’s Cross, each boasting excellent transport links and easy to get to
  • Kick-start your career with one of our apprenticeships - Boasting high success rates, exceptional employer links, and rated Good by Ofsted, our Apprenticeships are a great way to start your career straight away
  • The only UK Microsoft Flagship college - Meaning we’re working with leaders from around the world to learn how to make the very best of technology and how it enhances our students’ learning
  • More than just a qualification - Joining the Student Voice, becoming a student rep or a student governor to joining one of our clubs and societies: we help you develop in every way
"I’ve had a lot of support from teachers and would definitely recommend City of Westminster College.” - Alexandra Erly Wernersbach Stein

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Our Open Events are a great way for you to find out more about us and get a feel for what it's like to be a student at City of Westminster College. You'll meet teachers, students, course and student advisors, find out about our courses and get a chance to see our great facilities. All centres are wheelchair accessible.

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Our dedicated and friendly Information and Advice team can talk through your course options and provide additional information and guidance.

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