A young and vibrant town to start out in life.

As one of the UK’s youngest towns, bright minds are the key to our bright future

Discover Luton’s warm welcome

Rich in diversity and fresh in outlook, Luton’s population is the third youngest in the UK. Find a course at Barnfield College or the University of Bedfordshire, both highly regarded for ethical and environmental performance.

  • Anisah Akhtar
    “Luton has a whole host of incredibly dedicated educational institutions who are deeply committed to providing the young people of our town with the best possible opportunities. I’m one of those products!”
    Anisah Akhtar
    Head of Student Experience and Corporate Communications, Luton Sixth Form College

Young minds of tomorrow

Luton’s students are ambitious and the town’s prosperous economy is ready to support high achievers.

Luton is the third youngest town in the UK. Students have high aspirations and our growing economy is ready to support graduates, apprentices and school-leavers with skills, opportunities and jobs.

Learning with purpose

Demand more from your student experience, choose a course at a university or college that prioritises ethics and the environment.

If conservation and eco issues matter to you, Luton is the place to study. The University of Bedfordshire is ranked second in the UK for ethical and environmental performance.

Innovators in digital research

Join a university celebrated for digital expertise and computing research.

Internationally recognised for its computing research, University of Bedfordshire has developed innovative technology to solve real-world problems. Luton is rapidly becoming a hub of research excellence in cyber-security and new health technologies.

An innovation network

Close proximity to Cambridge, Oxford and London, places Luton in a commanding position in a global innovation network.

At the heart of the golden triangle of London, Oxford and Cambridge, Luton is central to an innovation network of top four global universities, including Europe’s largest tech cluster in Cambridge.

Urban vibe and country retreat

Enjoy the best of both worlds – a city in all but name and the countryside just a short walk away.

Luton has a lively nightlife and is within easy reach of London’s bright lights. It’s a short walk to the Chilterns, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, for sports and outdoor adventures.

Study with the best

Luton Adult Learning
Luton Sixth Form College
Chiltern Learning Trust
The Careers & Enterprise Company
Barnfield College
University of Bedfordshire
Central Bedfordshire College
Shared Learning Trust

Discover Luton for yourself

Why work in Luton

Luton is ranked third in the UK for business start-ups. Skills in creative digital, digital manufacturing and engineering and aviation are in demand among our growing industries.

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Why live in Luton

More people are choosing Luton as an affordable place to live, less than 30 minutes from London and in easy reach of the countryside. With an international airport, Europe beckons.

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Luton’s future

Luton is taking big steps to become a more inclusive and sustainable place where everyone can share in the benefits of growth. A £1.7bn town centre regeneration, a thriving business environment and the Premier League spotlight all combine to make the future bright for Luton.

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