Adult (19+) courses starting
this January

Start something new this January with a course at The Manchester College! Browse our wide range of courses starting from January and apply online today to enrol this month. 

Why study at The Manchester College?

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Upskill, retrain and progress in your career

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Learn in-demand skills from industry-expert tutors

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Be supported by our award-winning Student Support team

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Benefit from flexible courses designed for adult learners

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Financial support and free courses available

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Gain nationally recognised qualifications to boost your CV

Courses Available

Apply now for any of our 19+ Adult courses starting from January 2026 by expanding the below dropdowns and selecting the course you're interested in.

How to apply

  • Apply online - Apply with us via our Apply Portal and we'll respond within 48 hours
  • Interview & assessment - You may need to attend an interview and complete a short skills assessment to find the right level for you
  • Get your decision fast - Receive your outcome and enrolment steps via email and the Apply Portal
  • We're here to help - If a course isn't right, we'll find you a better match for your goals
  • Enrolment - Once you've received your offer, you can enrol - find out more here.

Apply now

Want to study at degree level?

Visit our higher education partner UCEN Manchester and explore their range of courses starting in January.

Explore degrees

Financial support

There are a number of ways you can fund your course, such as:

  • Adult Skills Fund - For those aged 19-23 without an existing Level 2 or Level 3 qualification
  • Advanced Learner Loan - For learners aged 19+ studying Level 3 or Level 4 courses
  • 19+ Access to Industry Award - For those aged 19-23 seeking their first Level 3 qualification, with additional childcare and travel support available.

Find out more

Get in touch

If you have a question about any of these courses, please complete the enquiry form below.

Contact us

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The learning environment for adults is fantastic, you couldn’t ask for more. You’re invited. You’re not judged. Everyone’s so welcoming.

Lisa Tierney • Level 2 Beauty Therapy
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If you are considering returning to college, I would say go for it. It’s never too late to learn. For me, it has been life changing.

Aziz Ibrahim • Level 2 Legal Foundations

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Whether you’d like to know more about a specific course, ask a question about applying, or find out about the college, we’re here to help!

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Course Enquiries & Admissions

 

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The Manchester College
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