Close to Manchester is the northwest’s newest university, the University of Bolton. Located in the centre of Bolton, the university is compact and friendly, offering a good range of industry focussed courses in traditional and specialist subject areas, with regular access to personal tutors and flexible study options. Students at Bolton benefit from studying in a highly rated university in a large modern town with plenty of pubs, clubs, sports and leisure facilities and easy access to the bright lights of Manchester and Liverpool. The campus has modern facilities including a central Social Learning Zone, free wifi and 24/7 access to computer facilities.