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Bedford College

Bedford, United Kingdom • Founded 1959

Updated Sep 2026 · Source: bedfordcollegegroup.ac.uk

Overview

English Name: Bedford College
Founded: 1959
Institution Type: College
Bedford College central facility
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Bedford College, a college founded in 1959, is based in Bedford, United Kingdom. The institution operates as a higher-education provider.

Bedford College's academic profile: it runs a small set of programmes.

Student enrolment at Bedford College is 434 students.

Location & Contact

Bedford College's physical location and contact details are listed below.

Academic Details

A snapshot of Bedford College's academic profile — enrolment, staffing, and recognition.

Total Students: 434

Programs Offered

Browse Bedford College's programmes by level, or filter by name.

6 programmes on record. Compare these on the programs page All programs in United Kingdom

Associate's Degree 5 programmes

Postgraduate Certificate 1 programme

Professional Graduate Certificate in Education (Post Compulsory Education)
2 years

Programme website (opens in a new tab)

Scholarships in United Kingdom

the United Kingdom-wide scholarships, relevant to students considering Bedford College or other institutions there.

Cambridge Trust International Scholarship
Cambridge Trust · Foundation funded · International students · Renewable · Combined · Covers Living
Covers tuition fees at the international rate, an annual maintenance stipend, and support towards the student visa and Immigration Health Surcharge, for postgraduate (and some undergraduate) study at Cambridge; there is no separate application form.
Gates Cambridge Scholarship
Gates Cambridge Trust · Foundation funded · International students · Renewable · Combined
Funds full-time or part-time PhD study, the one-year MLitt, or (with some exceptions) other one-year postgraduate courses at the University of Cambridge; fee and stipend amounts are set through the University's own student-funding process rather than published on the eligibility page.
Higher Education Hardship Fund
University funded · Renewable · 500 GBP per total · Living Stipend · Covers Living
A grant of up to £500 per application, limited to once per academic year, for University Centre students who have received their full tuition and maintenance loan entitlement but still face financial hardship.
Higher Education Travel Bursary
University funded · Renewable · 500 GBP per year · Living Stipend · Covers Living
Up to £500 per academic year towards travel costs for a higher education student who progressed to a University Centre course at a different campus, more than 15.5 miles from their original campus.
Progression Bursary
University funded · 500 GBP per total · Living Stipend · Covers Living
A one-off £500 payment in year 1 for a UK or EU national who completed a full-time Level 3 programme or Level 3 apprenticeship at a Bedford College Group institution and progresses onto a higher education course there.
Rhodes Scholarship
Rhodes Trust · Foundation funded · International students · Renewable · 20,400 GBP per year · Combined · Covers Living, Travel
Covers University of Oxford course and college fees, an annual stipend of £20,400 (£1,700 a month, 2025-26 rate), the Oxford application fee, student visa and Immigration Health Surcharge costs, two economy flights to and from the UK, and a settling-in allowance.
Weidenfeld-Hoffmann Scholarships and Leadership Programme
Weidenfeld-Hoffmann Trust · Foundation funded · International students · Renewable · 18,622 GBP per year · Combined · Covers Living
Covers 100% of course fees and a living-cost grant (at least £18,622 a year through the St Antony's College partnership) for the full period of fee liability, plus participation in a tailored leadership programme.

How to apply to Bedford College

Step-by-step guidance for applying to Bedford College, in five steps.

  1. 1
    Identify the right programme

    Bedford College's catalogue includes 6 programmes. Browse by level, identify candidates matching your prior qualifications, and note their entry requirements for the next step.

  2. 2
    Check entry requirements

    Entry requirements vary by programme and degree level. Verify academic minimums, language tests (if international), and any additional documents required for Bedford College's admissions process.

  3. 3
    Prepare your application documents

    Typical documents include academic transcripts, identity proof (passport or national ID), language proficiency test scores, a personal statement or motivation letter, and recommendation letters. International applicants should account for translation and notarisation time.

  4. 4
    Submit via UCAS or the institution

    For undergraduate study, apply centrally through UCAS (ucas.com), listing Bedford College as one of your choices. For postgraduate study, apply directly through Bedford College's own admissions portal at bedfordcollegegroup.ac.uk.

  5. 5
    Get in touch with admissions

    Follow up to confirm your application was received and is being processed. Admissions teams may request interviews or additional documents — respond promptly to keep your application active.

Frequently Asked Questions about Bedford College

Common questions about Bedford College, answered from data on record.

When did Bedford College open?

Bedford College traces its founding to 1959 (approximately 67 years ago).

Where can I find Bedford College?

The institution is located in Bedford, United Kingdom.

How many students does Bedford College have?

The institution has a student body of 434.

What is Bedford College's official website?

Bedford College's official website is bedfordcollegegroup.ac.uk.

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