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When asked how he managed all of the work while being away from home and balancing a social life, Gabriel stressed the importance of getting “stuck in” with your course department and always feeding your curiosity. GF : “Read a lot! Be curious and ask questions. I learnt so much from my tutors and hearing their own experiences.

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Ian is king of the kitchen thanks to The Manchester College

The 38-year-old has now swapped handling calls on bereavement and critical illness to working at Australasia, one of Manchester’s top dining venues - even before his course had finished! Ian said: “I enjoyed baking and getting involved in bake sales to raise money for charity, yet it never felt like it was enough. I didn’t feel that my creative talents were being utilised.

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Employer Guest Blog: Christina Lydon and Marisa Draper of HOME MCR

Christina Lydon – Young People’s Programme Producer  For a venue like HOME, it’s actually harder to think of any reason why we wouldn’t engage with education. Sometimes the creative industries get seen as a ‘soft’ option, something that doesn’t require intellectual rigour or hard skills. But HOME employs over a hundred people directly (and a lot more indirectly).

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

The Manchester College has partnered with leading companies in the industry to provide both short-term work experience and extended industry placements for study programme students, with themed events and skills workshops throughout the year.   Fired up about becoming an engineer? Don't wait! Get started on your rewarding career journey and tap into the booming job market in engineering. The future is bright, and with the right skills, you can be a part of it.

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T Level students secure employment after successful industry placements

Loretta Kiely, Niche Lead Business Analyst at Lloyds, said: “Liz’ level of work was incredibly high, she came up with new innovative ideas and was confident in her delivery. She was capable of taking it back to the users’ perspective, which is so important in Design work, and she displayed very well-rounded thinking.”

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GCSE success stories from the Class of 2020

He said: “I was predicted a grade 7 in my mocks so I’m pleased to have achieved that and now I can’t wait to get a degree! I’ve really enjoyed my access course and feel like I’ve excelled in class thanks to how it’s been taught and the topics covered.

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Roadmap to Automotive Courses: A Guide for 16-18 Year Olds

Below we have compiled a list of automotive courses that you can take to help you get onto the right career path. Which Automotive course is right for you?   Level 1: Introduction to Automotive Industries  During the Level 1 Introduction to Automotive Industries course, learners will gain a foundational understanding of the automotive industry. 

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Kickstarting Your Journey: Why Business Courses Are Ideal for Young Entrepreneurs

A business course can be a fantastic route to a thriving career in many different industries depending on which one suits you best! Now is the perfect time to get your foot in the door, as Manchester's economy is expected to see annual average growth of 2.2% between 2024 and 2027, beating the national growth rate of 1.9%.

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Get in Shape with The Manchester College Workout of the Week

Get in Shape with The Manchester College Workout of the Week - It's our penultimate Workout of the Week and this week it's delivered by Sport and Public Services tutor Daniel Millen Our Weekly Workouts are a series of home fitness and wellbeing workouts delivered by The Manchester College's Sport department.

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How to Become a Qualified Nurse

What are the entry requirements for a nursing qualification? To get onto a college nursing course, you'll usually need GCSEs (or equivalent qualifications) in subjects like English, maths, and science. 

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Gatsby Benchmarks: 1, 3, 7, 8 CV and Personal Statements Equip pupils with the essential skills to create a standout CV and compelling personal statement. They will get the chance to identify and showcase their own strengths and capabilities to share with colleges, universities and employers.

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Nothing in these terms shall limit our liability for death or personal injury caused by our negligence or fraud. Communication with us When you visit our websites or online portals or send an e-mail to us, you are communicating with us electronically. We may communicate with you by e-mail or by posting notices on our websites or online portals.

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