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University beckons for future barrister Declan
She also gave me ways to improve my work, which helped my standard rise to a level that it hadn’t been at before. The help she gave me throughout the year has been one of the major things that has helped me reach the high levels I have, not just in English but also my Access course, and I will take all of that with me to university.
View detailsThe Manchester College students' poster designs among winners of Coronation Generation Challenge
I enjoyed working with Clive, Hannah and the rest of the Ideas Foundation mentors to produce the outcome we did, getting involved when I’m not confident in front of a camera allowed us to bring the idea to life.” Level 3 Film, TV and Broadcast student Hannah Hawkins added: I found the Canon bootcamp extremely fun. I learned about how to use light more effectively and enjoyed using the camera to channel my creativity.
View detailsThe Manchester College strengthens links with industry thanks to YOUR Personal Training partnership
They also provide business support to help aspiring Personal Trainers build successful careers. As part of the partnership, students studying the Level 3 Personal Training and Sport Science and Level 3 Gym Instructing and Personal Training courses at the College will enjoy guest lecturers from staff at YOUR Personal Training, along with a guaranteed job interview following the successful completion of their studies.
View detailsAlex dances her way to the top
I would definitely recommend young people to attend The Manchester College. As I said, I began with A-Levels and found that it wasn’t right for me. I believe a lot of young people feel they must achieve A-Levels but for me, I knew that this course was right and would benefit me more in the future.
View detailsPublic Services & Criminology
Whether you’re getting ready to pass the recruitment and selection process, or you’re just starting on your journey, we’re here to support you every step of the way. We have courses from Entry Level through to Level 3 designed to provide anyone will the skills and abilities to succeed in the public services and criminology sector – whether you want to work in the police force, fire department or armed services.
View detailsIt is time to Love Our Colleges
Regardless of ability, our specialist team’s work with all students to ensure that, by the time they complete their studies, they have achieved to the highest level possible for them as an individual. Despite their starting points, our students are still in the top ten per cent in the country for achievement.
View detailsCollege students set to compete in national Young Pastry Chef finals
Two students from The Manchester College’s Industry Excellence Academy for Hospitality and Catering have made it through to the finals of a prestigious patisserie competition. Taylor-Jade Frendo, a Level 3 Technical Patisserie student and Annie Carter, who is on the Level 2 course, are through to the final eight of The Chef’s Forum Young Pastry Chef of the Year competition, seeing off hundreds of entrants across two previous rounds.
View detailsWhy cutting edge creatives should choose The Manchester College
I always say give it a go and see, you might surprise yourself. "My proudest moments are seeing students come from a very low levels go to a degree level study, students that thought they’d never achieve but then go on to university. That’s nice to see." Ian Cale Lecturer in painting, drawing and printmaking; also painter and photographer "The Manchester College has a fantastic reputation for visual arts.
View detailsFamous faces feature in student photography exhibition
Over 30 movers and shakers who have influenced Manchester life and made a cultural difference to the city have been photographed for the ‘Greater Mancunians’ exhibition by 30 Level 3 Photography students from the College’s Northenden campus. The ongoing project has been a year in the making, with students gaining unparalleled access to stars of music, sport, art and business, and directing each individual photo shoot to capture a series of striking yet intimate shots.
View detailsWillmott Dixon and The Manchester College partner up to invest in the future of Manchester
Their classroom-based learning will feature bespoke, relevant modules, co-developed and co-delivered by Willmott Dixon, to help fill skills gaps in the industry, alongside additional workshops specifically focussed on helping the students’ personal development and life skills. Upon completion of the course, the students will gain a BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma in Construction and Built Environment, an industry and university-recognised qualification equivalent to three A Levels.
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If you’d like to discuss your options, please visit the Careers & Welfare service on your campus for some impartial advice on any support available to you. Studying for a university-level course or degree? As a student studying a higher-level course or degree, you should be eligible for financial support from Student Finance England, in the form of a Maintenance Loan, to help support your living costs at university.
View detailsThe Manchester College is AoC Beacon Awards double finalist
The awards celebrate the best and most innovative practice among UK further education colleges, and the shortlisted applications have demonstrated a high level of innovation, impact and sustainability. Lisa O’Loughlin, Principal of The Manchester College, said: “To see The Manchester College reach the AoC Beacon Awards finalist in two categories is fantastic and I am so proud of the hard work and dedication of all colleagues who have made this possible.”
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