Our Outstanding Facilities
Whether you’re looking for the perfect study space or a spot for a lunch break, you’ll find everything you need on campus.
From BCUC’s large, quiet study spaces to the Careers Hub in the vibrant atrium, from Fitness Evolution’s extensive sports facilities to our cosy Book Nook, you’re never far from the ideal space for your needs.
These areas span across multiple buildings and are home to some of the most sophisticated and boundary-pushing facilities on our campus. We boast 5-Axis CNC machines, an additive manufacture lab for 3D printing, automation and robotics suites, CAD suites and more.
Our plumbing and electrical workshops are designed to simulate on-site experience & our Worcester Bosch gas training centre is packed with industry facilities and is used to train workforces.
Our joinery and furniture workshops in the Industry Hub are big enough to construct an entire house including roof. If you can imagine it, you can build and engineer it here.
From cutting-edge DNA amplification laboratories and a hospital ward complete with robot patients, 3D anatomage table, an early years sensory learning environment and more, Science, Health and Education are the foundations of a vast range of career possibilities. Learning in industry-leading facilities gives you the best possible start to your journey.
One of the most diverse areas of the college, Creative Industries and Computing students benefit from state-of-the-art facilities including the Security Operations Centre, two Esports suites, high-spec media room and dance studio and performance theatre with harlequin floors.
These inspirational spaces are created for work, practice, performance, showcases and collaboration.
Become a future boss, begin your journey into the world of Travel and Tourism, explore life as a member of the uniformed services and more. Hear from guests speakers from the police through to the army, the ambulances services and more.
Take part in drills and honour our fallen heroes in our atrium as you train for a life in uniform. Our Travel Suite facilities truly are second to none, with a real aircraft fuselage, baggage check-in desk, security scanner and travel agency desk.
Packed with equipment including Cryotherapy Suite and Environment Chamber, our sports building boasts an elite gym and the latest technology to enhance your academic learning.
From those wanting to stay fit up to international athlete level, Fitness Evolution is our on-site Sport and Fitness centre. The gym allows you to train using professional-standard equipment, whatever your fitness level with the added bonus of a professional climbing wall, dance studio, 4G football pitches and more.
Our state-of-the-art professional treatment spaces include relaxing massage bays, nail stations and pedicure spa chairs in the beauty training suite, with a new suite being added for 2025/26. In partnership with leading beauty brands Nouveau and Dermalogica, students gain hands-on experience with industry-standard tools and techniques.
Our exceptional A Level learning spaces include a state-of-the-art Science Hub for practical research and experimentation, innovative Active Learning Zone for collaborative study sessions and a dedicated Silent Study Area for focused revision. Well-equipped classrooms create an inspiring environment where A Level students can achieve their full academic potential.
Burnley College University Courses environment is custom designed to ensure you have access to the resources, the materials and the tools you need to empower you on your educational journey.
BCUC has recently expanded with three whole new storeys packed with cutting-edge facilities including state-of-the-art DNA amplification laboratories, brand new study areas, futuristic lecture theatre, expanded library, large social spaces for relaxation, a café for catching up with friends or work, easy access to advice, guidance and the very latest learning technologies.
Welcome to a space that is growing alongside you, where you can take your learning to the next level.
Our security features keep students, visitors and staff safe at all times:
