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Competition time: Win a £100 ASOS voucher

Painted a picture worthy of an art gallery?  Whether it’s a dance routine you’ve choreographed, a new t-shirt you’ve made or a poem you’ve written - if you’ve created it, we want to see it!   There’s an ASOS voucher worth £100 up for grabs for the winner, with a £50 voucher for the runner-up.

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College students star in iconic i-D magazine ‘Class of 2026’ feature

Ewen Spencer , renowned photographer of British subculture, was commissioned to take the photographs. Our T Level Media, Broadcast and Production students also shot content on the day for i-D social channels .  Fashion and Textiles student Mia Thomas, who modelled a Loewe dress, said: I’ve been dressing up in amazing brands for this amazing shoot and working with so many creative people.

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How Our Engineering Courses Prepare You for Cutting-Edge Careers

If you want to understand more about entering the profession, read our guide on how to become an engineer . A key part of our engineering provision is the T Level in Design and Development for Engineering and Manufacturing , specialising in electrical and electronic engineering. This is a Level 3, two-year technical programme that combines classroom learning with a minimum 45-day industry placement.

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What Steps Do I Need to Take to Become an Accountant?

If you are 16 to 18 and considering accounting as a career, our T Level in Accounting is a two-year technical qualification designed in collaboration with employers. It includes a mandatory 45-day industry placement and provides a strong academic foundation alongside genuine real-world experience.

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A Career in Logistics: What You Need to Know

As a vital industry in the global supply chain, logistics professionals can climb the career ladder, moving from entry-level roles to senior management positions.   With increasing global trade and e-commerce, there is a constant demand for skilled logistics experts.

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Not going to uni? What are the alternatives?

College Courses Continuing to study in further education at college may be the best option for you. Aside from qualifications such as A Levels, T Levels  or BTEC’s as an adult learner you can also study professional qualifications. These are courses linked to a specific profession and offer an alternative route in.

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Automation and its effects on the labour market

We are also working with employers to build on our industry placement opportunities to help students gain real life work experience. This work is helping us to plan for T Levels , which we will start to deliver in September 2021. Sources:  Ons.gov.uk. (2019). The probability of automation in England - Office for National Statistics.

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Focus on Engineering: A High-Demand Career with a Bright Future

This path is perfect for those who want to earn while they learn.  Also, T-Levels offer a unique approach, as they combine classroom learning with valuable on-the-job experience, allowing you to gain practical skills alongside your qualification.

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Support & Guidance

They will work with you and your tutors to log your activities, help you feel prepared and to check consent.  Each course and level have specific minimum targets to achieve for work experience.  Centres of Excellence Level of Study External Work Placement (min. hours) Level 1 Up to 6 hours Level 2 24 hours Level 3  35 hours Industry Excellence Academy Level of Study External Work Placement (min. hours) Level 2 15 days/105 hours T Level Transition Year (Level 2) 15 days/105 hours Level 3 15 days/105 hours T Level (Level 3) 315-350 hours over two years In addition to external work placement hours, you'll also engage in a range of work-related activities such as virtual-work experience, masterclasses, industry insight talks and careers events. 

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Happy New Year – Happy New Career!

For many people it might be a straightforward step up to the next level in the same subject area, from Level 2 Health and Social Care to Level 3 Health and Social Care, for example. You may have completed your Level 3 programme and now plan to study a Higher Education course – in which case, there are a fantastic range of qualifications at Level 4 upwards in UCEN Manchester, which is the College’s HE provision. 

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Parent College Information

Attendance  Attendance Management is a distinct element of developing students’ Skills, Knowledge, and Behaviours, thus contributing to personal development and employability. High levels of attendance correlate with higher levels of progress and success on a student’s programme of study. It runs in parallel to the Disciplinary procedure.

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Why Creatives Should Study Creative Art Courses at The Manchester College

From hands-on diplomas to foundation programs and T Levels, there's something here for every type of artist, designer, and maker. You’ll be taught in professional-grade facilities at our City Campus Manchester.

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