The Students' Union is strong and active and there is a distinctive sense of community. Staff and students know each other well.
Academic staff are highly qualified and a number have national reputations in their fields.
Internationally, too, BGC's reputation is strong, particularly in teacher education. Part-time and flexible degree and postgraduate provision has been developed to widen access to as many appropriately qualified and experienced students as possible. A Disability Co-ordinator is helping the College improve facilities for staff and students with disabilities. On-site recruitment officers and the College Registry provide prompt, detailed information about what is on offer. Student Services are of high quality.