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College students progress to second round of the WorldSkills UK Nail Technician competition

They’re now working hard on phase two of the competition and I wish them the best of luck in making it to the UK Finals.” Danae, Rachelle, Unita and Ria are all studying Level 2 or 3 Extended Diploma Nail Technologies at our Hair & Beauty Centre of Excellence .

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The Manchester College celebrates colleague's MBE

On hearing she had received the award, Rachel said: “I was surprised but delighted to hear the news; I certainly never expected to be receiving an MBE for services to Further Education when I joined the sector all those years ago. The sector has grown and diversified so much just since I joined, but the fundamental element, and the reason I moved into the sector, remains the same – to give everyone the opportunity, whatever the circumstances of their lives to access education and training.

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The Manchester College Student views on Visual Arts

And it was great to have a visit from Zara, from someone who knows about starting out in the fashion industry. My ultimate aim is to produce more fashion shows but also branch out into TV and film.” Joel Barry  “My work explores being gender fluid and pulls from experiences and thoughts around that.

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Your student survey, My Voice is live!

Your student survey, My Voice is live! - We want to know what you think of your quality of learning Your student satisfaction survey, ‘My Voice’ is now available to complete on My Day.

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The Manchester College announces new partnership with SCI-U

Assistant Principal Carol Whitworth added: “We’re delighted to welcome SCI-U on board as our newest industry partner and are thrilled that they will be supporting our delivery of technical beauty courses, recognising the value of our career-focused approach.” “With this partnership, our students will be uniquely qualified to fill the growing demand for skilled beauty professionals and we look forward to seeing them progress on to exciting and rewarding career paths.”

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Industry masterclasses with The Chefs’ Forum Academy

And in terms of motivation, we are demonstrating how important it is to have the right mind set when setting out in a new direction.  “As in the all the classes and seminars students can ask all the questions they want and get one-on-one feedback from industry professionals. It’s a great thing and we are excited to be making a difference.”

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The Manchester College and UCEN Manchester receive £2.8m to reduce carbon footprint

. £140m investment to transform its estate to deliver industry standard facilities that will ensure learners of all ages are able to acquire all the skills they will need to have a successful and rewarding career. The project includes significant redevelopment of existing campuses and building a brand-new state-of-the-art campus in the centre of Manchester which will open in September this year.

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The Manchester College student selected to exhibit at Prestigious Arts Festival in London

To be selected for my work to be shown in an exhibition is such a once in a lifetime opportunity and I'm incredibly grateful to have been selected for this.”

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Hair and Beauty Team Suprise Elsie Oates on 97th Birthday

“If we have new students, she loves getting to know them and she has helped so many with their training - I think every student has done her hair. “She’s like our nana and we all love her.”  To learn more about The Manchester College hairdressing courses .

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BBC Creative Media Camp Victors Enjoy an Experience Day

Kylie's teammate Lily, a Level 3 Motion Design and Animation student, also spoke enthusiastically about the experience, saying: "I really enjoyed the boot camp and winning with my teammates was great. It was amazing to talk to industry professionals and asking questions about my future was something I'd never normally get to do."

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Staff Profile: Ayub Moosa

My first job was an Motor Vehicle Technician apprenticeship at the college at which I was studying. Once I had completed my apprenticeship I became a Motor Vehicle Technician, going on to teach motor vehicle qualifications.

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The Student Union's Newest Recruits

I wanted to become the SU President to carry on the great work that Sam already achieved during his term as well as to take the SU further.   "As outlined in my manifesto my main objectives that I hope to achieve are: To create a better understanding  about mental health issues and more varied support for those that need it.

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