Basingstoke College of Technology

We are proud of our students and what they achieve. Whether they go on to university, go into employment or join an Apprenticeship, we know that BCoT has given them the skills they need to succeed in their next steps.

Our mission is for all our learners to progress with skills that employers need – driving economic growth and prosperity in the local area.

Our learners and staff share the common values of being respectful to others, ready to learn, and safe in and out of the college. To find out more about our aims as a college, you can read our full strategic plan and strategic summary.

Our hospitality and catering courses have gained a superb reputation based on the performance of our students, who learn in industry-standard training kitchens and a real working restaurant. Students are taught by expert tutors who bring their industry experience to their teaching.

Students learn everything from food production and culinary skills to drinks service and licensing along with event management. The career history of our alumni is impressive, with many going on to successful careers in the industry as restaurateurs and head chefs.