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The Manchester College champions net zero in Platinum Jubilee Challenge report

With the Council committed to ensuring 90% of morning journeys to the city centre are completed either on foot, by bike or public transport by 2040, City Campus Manchester was strategically developed close to the city’s main transport hubs while only providing parking for those with accessibility needs. Committed to Green The College’s inclusion in the report follows a period where it has secured significant funding to reduce carbon dependency across its campuses.

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Automotive sector descends on The Manchester College’s Openshaw Campus for the Independent Garages Network’s inaugural event

The network brings together likeminded businesses from across the sector to provide staff and students with access to the latest technological advances in the industry.  Our College’s pool of talented Automotive and Engineering students get the chance to learn new skills and forge relationships with employers, which will hopefully lead to more work placement opportunities and long, successful careers in the sector.

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Health and Social Care

The kitchen will also be fully stocked with adapted feeding equipment.  These amazing new facilities will provide you with access to everything you will see once you enter the workforce, giving you the best possible chance to prepare for a future career. Welcome to The Manchester College 2021/22 Strong health and care workers are key to everyone’s future, playing a vital role wherever they go.

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First Day Information

Be visible ID badges must be worn at all times on your college lanyard and visible outside of clothing. Why? To keep our campus safe To get access to the campus Print allocation for copiers and printers (top up at library reception) Free college meals at college catering outlets – weekly allocation Forgotten it?

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Teacher Education

Outstanding Teaching Facilities In our teacher education and training department, we have a number of dedicated classrooms to support your journey to becoming a teacher or trainer in the lifelong learning sector, including a comprehensive IT suite. You’ll also have access to hundreds of teaching and learning resources for you to use to enable you to learn about your own teaching practice. Teaching Courses and Qualifications Our courses in teacher education and training are as diverse as possible to reflect the varied, constantly changing role of a teacher.

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Wythenshawe Campus

Facilities At Wythenshawe campus you will find a wide range of facilities aimed at providing you with the perfect environment to become the next generation of industry excellence including: Brand new facilities for Animal Management  including bespoke reptile and small animal care rooms and fantastic new outdoor animal pens A brand-new Hair and beauty salon fitted to industry standard  A mock plane cabin which resembles a real life aircraft for Travel and Tourism students A professional restaurant run by students in our Centre of Excellence for Hospitality and Catering open for bookings twice a week There is also a range of facilities that will ensure you have an amazing college experience including a large open plan Library with study spaces and access to IT facilities, a coffee shop serving Starbucks coffee and a refectory that offers hot and cold meal options. Subject Areas Wythenshawe campus is home to many of our Centre of Excellence Programmes.

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1853 Restaurant

Run by students in our Industry Excellence Academy for Hospitality and Catering, our 40-seat restaurant and bar also has street level access so passers-by alike can enjoy the tasteful talents of our students dishes.   You can find us in Manchester city centre right next door to the AO Arena at our new City Campus Manchester. 1853 will reopen from Wednesday 22 January 2025  for lunch service, with bookings available going forwards every Wednesday, Thursday and Friday during term time from 12pm to 12.45pm.

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Travel, Tourism & Aviation

When it comes to course facilities, we think you’ll find it hard not to be impressed with each campus’s realistic air cabin and galley, which have been specially built for students to practise in. You’ll also have access to the same specialist check-in software used by airlines, and work with industry standard equipment, like breathing apparatus and life jackets.

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Career Options: How to Decide What Career Is Right for You!

Luckily, we’re very experienced in supporting adult learners.  Our wide range of Access courses are specifically designed to support your study needs if you’re thinking about higher education. There are many other adult programmes across most vocational areas to help you get the job and career you want. 

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In Conversation with an Events Management Alumnus

In Conversation with an Events Management Alumnus - Events Management alumnus student, Soraya Tejedera, came back to college to speak to our current students, during National Careers Week. Our HE Communications Officer, Jenny Brook, spoke to Soriya about studying at The Manchester College and her career so far. Hi Soraya, thank you for chatting with us today!

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Breaking down barriers to education

This can make a real difference to their education.   Alongside bursaries, adults have access to student loans. As a college we provide support to our students to help them understand what loans and repayment options are available to them. 

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Famous faces feature in student photography exhibition

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.

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