Bristol is the largest centre of culture, employment and education in the region. There are two major higher education institutions and many private schools and campuses. Bristol gave UK 19 Nobel Laureates.

Government is an area of study that has many branches. Also known as political science, this subject can teach students the importance of politics, international relations and public administration. Courses and programs may present examples of government principles from around the world.

The United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland, commonly known as the United Kingdom and Britain, is a sovereign state located off the northwestern coast of continental Europe. The two most famous (and oldest) universities are Oxford and Cambridge (often referred to as Oxbridge by many Britons). England also has several other world-class institutions, including several in London (notably Imperial College, the London School of Economics, University College London and King's College London, all are part of London University).

A bachelor's degree is given to students who fulfill the necessary requirements given by the college or university they are attending. The requirements include three to seven years of focus on a subject, typically referred to as a major or concentration.