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.

Apply and enrol

Apply with us online today through our Apply Portal and our enrolment team will get in touch to confirm the next steps. To complete your enrolment, you’ll need to visit your chosen campus. You can book your appointment online at a time that suits you.

During your visit, we’ll check your details, confirm your course place and you’ll have the opportunity to meet your tutors and ask any questions before you start.

Funding

Finances shouldn’t be a barrier to your learning. Visit our Centre of Excellence for Adult Education page to explore available support, including Free Courses for Jobs, selected Level 3 qualifications you may be able to study for free depending on your circumstances.

Aged 16-18?

Browse our range of courses for 16-18 year olds starting in January

Want to study at degree level?

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

Enquire

If you have a question about any of these courses, please complete the enquiry form at the bottom of the page and our team will be in touch.

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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

GOT A QUESTION?

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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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The Manchester College
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