Southampton College has been providing career‑focused education and training for over 70 years. We specialise in technical and professional courses that best prepare you for your future, whether you want to go to university, gain an apprenticeship or progress straight into full‑time work.
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The College is located in the heart of Southampton with excellent transport links, so it’s easy to get to. Being city‑centre based, we have close links with employers to support you with valuable work experience placements, exciting trips and visits, alongside university experiences and other enriching opportunities.
In addition to our amazing facilities and expert staff, our students talk about how they feel safe and well supported throughout their studies. Studying at Southampton College will help you to develop the knowledge, skills and confidence that opens the doors to a world of exciting opportunities.
Brand new Centres of Excellence are being developed at the College, creating state-of-the-art facilities with cutting-edge resources that are unrivalled in the region. These exceptional learning environments alongside industry expert lecturers will significantly enhance your learning and future progression and career opportunities.
From September 2025, Southampton College will have Centres of Excellence in:
Southampton College also boasts several specialist facilities open to the public, providing you with real-life working environments and valuable hands-on work experience.
Aspire Restaurant – Hospitality and Catering students benefit from learning and working in our student-run restaurant and industry-standard training kitchens
Kudos Beauty Salon – Beauty students benefit from providing a range of professional beauty therapy services to real clients
Kudos Hair Salon – Hairdressing and Barbering students benefit from providing a range of professional hair services to real customers
Hub Theatre – Production Arts students benefit from training and working in a 240-seat theatre featuring the latest lighting, sound and AV technologies
Rin – achieved a triple Distinction* in their Level 3 Media course and said:
“It has been great to be able to focus on one subject and really put all my effort into something I am passionate about. I enjoyed the live assignments as they helped to put what I had learnt into practice and the work experience was really valuable as well. I feel very prepared for university and my future career.”
Isaac – achieved straight Distinctions in his Level 3 Production Arts course and now works as a qualified Technician at a reputed community theatre. He said:
“The facilities here were superb and second to none, I have been lucky enough to work on a wide range of events and shows. My teacher also taught me the key employability skills needed for this industry and was genuinely an expert which was a big factor in helping me land a full-time position.”
Regina – successfully completed Level 3 Childcare & Education (Early Years Educator) and commented:
“I always knew I wanted to work with children and help them develop so this course was perfect for me. The teachers really knew what they were talking about and were passionate about sharing their skills and experience which has really helped me to succeed, I feel very confident going on to university.”
