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Duke of Edinburgh Award

In addition to the personal benefits, you’ll make a positive difference to the lives of others and your community, all while getting fitter and healthier, making new friends, and creating memories that will last you a lifetime. Interested, but nervous about getting started?

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College wins multiple awards in 2023 GM Skills Competition

College wins multiple awards in 2023 GM Skills Competition - Students at The Manchester College are celebrating multiple podium finishes in this year’s Greater Manchester Colleges’ ‘GM Skills Competitions’. All Greater Manchester’s nine further education colleges take part in, and host one of, the subject specific GM Skills Competitions where participants complete tasks and respond to briefs that challenge them to demonstrate their advanced skill level in their chosen sector.

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Exams

Exams Exams Rules and Regulations Make sure you know the rules to follow for exams and assessments Sitting your exams - FAQ Get the answers to your questions about sitting exams Be Prepared Make sure you are prepared for your exams Registration and Entries Get information on how you are registered for your qualification and entered for your exams Examination Results Get the information you need for your exam results Certification Find out how you will receive your certificates Contact Who to contact for exam related enquiries The team consists of a group of experienced Exam Officers and Administrators that are dedicated in providing an excellent service to all of our customers.

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Creative & Digital Media

You’ll have access to fully-equipped computer suites, where you’ll find all the latest software and state-of-the-art technology for 3D modelling, design, development and editing. But that’s not all. You’ll also have the opportunity to practise in our very own on-site recording rooms, and film and TV studios.

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Coronation Street star Brooke Vincent returns to The Manchester College to meet students receiving their A-Level results

“I remember how stressful these results days can be, but it’s brilliant to see these students reaping the rewards of all their hard work. “I heard some really inspiring stories about what they wanted from their careers and I wish them all the luck in the world.”

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Say No To Plastic!

Remember, when it comes to plastic - reduce, refuse, reuse. Changes already made to all our canteens this year include: Replacing plastic cutlery with wooden utensils. Encouraging reusable cups in Starbucks for a discounted price.

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“Not just opening mail” - How to get the most out of work experience

Greet work colleagues with a smile and get to know them a little – they can all be good contacts in the future. Just before your placement finishes, ask your employer mentor whether they will act as a referee for you on your CV and if so, get their full name and email address.

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UnTaPped: A Must See Theatrical Festival

The festival showcased the students creative talents, ranging from contemporary dance, devised theatre and comedy to live art, intermedial performance, bouffon clowning and even mind-reading – all performed through ensemble and solo work! Over the course of the two days, audiences enjoyed devised performances by first, second and third year TaP and third year DaP students from our impressive performing arts department, while basking in the feel-good Manchester sunshine.

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UCAS deadline extended by two weeks

Please note the UCAS deadline is advisable only, at The Manchester College we encourage students from all backgrounds to apply throughout the year. The earlier applications are made the sooner we can consider and make a decision or offer to you meaning you are better placed to plan your future.

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Greater Manchester’s universities and colleges announce plans to work more closely together

Creating an adaptable, flexible and accessible post-16 education system that enables all individuals to progress and gain the skills they need for employment and life. Supporting the wellbeing and mental health of our staff, students and communities.

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Trade Union Education

Health and Safety Health and Safety at work is always a major issue for all employees. Did you know that workplaces that have trade union health and safety reps have a significantly lower rate of accidents?

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Visual Arts students host Whitworth Gallery workshops

Visual Arts students host Whitworth Gallery workshops - A group of twenty students from The Manchester College’s Centre of Excellence for Visual Arts have spent weeks getting to know the ins and outs of Whitworth Art Gallery as part of an exciting work experience project. The students, who are all studying our Level 3 Diploma in Creative Practice: Art, Design and Communication, have got to know all parts of the gallery and how they work. 

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