Established in 1913, Bournville College is located in the second largest city in the UK. Transport links are excellent - Birmingham has an international airport, London is just 90 minutes away by train and road links to other parts of the country are good. Birmingham is a vibrant cosmopolitan city with a multi-national and multi-ethnic population. The city's roots go back to the 11th century, and it has been a thriving commercial and industrial centre ever since. Bournville College is located on a single campus in an attractive suburb south of the city centre. Bournville College has 40 years of expertise in educating international students and has so far welcomed students from over 100 countries. As a state college all of its' students are guaranteed a comprehensive programme of support, together with courses, teaching and facilities of a high standard. Bournville College has a dedicated international team with excellent contacts to the businesses in the Birmingham area. Bournville Colleges experience in arranging placements is vital for the success of the experimental phase of CRAFT NET project. Among other things Bournville College has established an excellent network of homestay housing for international students.