Reasons to study at B&FC Engaging courses, expert tuition, rewarding industry placements, exceptional facilities – at B&FC we have it all, including plenty of data which demonstrates what a great place the College is to continue your education. Choosing to study here is the gateway to a potentially fulfilling and highly paid career and we will do all we can to help you succeed. Of course, we realise that studying at any level isn’t always plain sailing which is why we also have an extensive range of support services to help you successfully navigate any bumps along the way. Here are just a few of the reasons we believe you should make B&FC your number one choice. One of the best Degrees awarded by Lancaster University, a UK top 20 university*** Ranked in the top 3% of England’s further education colleges 6 years running* Founding member of the Chartered Institute for Further Education (CIFE) Fantastic Results Ranked second in England for improving student success in maths**** Ranked fifth in England for improved outcomes in English 3 Student satisfaction is consistently over 90% Something for everyone Diploma qualifications equivalent to 3 A Levels Choice of 17 subject areas Opportunity to retake maths and English if necessary Guaranteed place on one of our UK top 20 Lancaster University degrees**** Employment-focused Input from over 1,800 employers Industry specialist expert tutors Multi-million pound high-tech facilities FREE career planning All the support you need £60 monthly bursary payment to help with course-related costs** Help with childcare costs** Help with accommodation costs (if you need to move away to study)** FREE 24/7 Blackpool Transport travel pass** FREE circular bus service linking our Bispham Campus with Poulton-le-Fylde FREE healthy breakfast Personal progress tutor Specialist learning support (**Eligibility is based on household income) * National Achievement Rate Tables (NARTs) from the Department for Education & Education and Skills Funding Agency 2018/19 *** **** Applies to successful level 3 students who meet the entry criteria. The Complete University Guide League Tables 2022 rank Lancaster University in the UK’s top 20 universities.