North West London Colleges & Universities

North West London is an interesting part of the city, with multiple educational institutions set up in the area. From business degrees to vocational training, there is a variety of colleges and universities in North West London, that have some famous alumni names to make a note of! This guide will provide insight into some of these institutions and give students some pointers on what each offers, as well as which accommodation options are better suited to them.

College of North West London

The College of North West London has a long history that goes all the way back to the 19th century. That was when Willesden Polytechnic, as it was called at the time, was created in Kilburn. In 1934, the Willesden College of Technology was set up on Dudden Hill Lane. However, the College of North West London wasn’t established until 1991. Today, it has three campuses. They are located in Willesden, Wembley Park and King’s Cross. CNWL is considered a further education college.

The College of North West London’s Willesden campus is a five-minute walk from Dollis Hill or Neasden tube stations. These are on the Jubilee line and the nearby area offers multiple bus routes.

The college has 24 course areas in further education with a variety of qualifications. Some popular options are BTEC, A levels preparation and GCSE. The college’s achievement rates have risen significantly in the past two years, while student satisfaction ratings have shown a positive experience. This makes for a North West London college with a course list that is sure to grab your attention.

The Stay Club Willesden is a 30-minute walk from the college’s Willesden campus. It is also connected via two bus routes which make the journey in about 15 minutes. The Wembley Park campus is a 25-minute bus ride away too.