One of the students who represented the College, Yaaba Danso, said: “On the day of the competition, I was tense and excited at the same time. I focused on staying calm and reminded myself of the hard work I had put in. The whole thing was an amazing experience, and I have gained a lot more confidence in my own ability.”
View detailsThe students have loved it, they’ve all found it very interesting and it’s giving them other ideas of jobs that they can eventually work towards, as well as going to university. Mia Ford, a Level 3 Animal Management student, added: “I think days like today are really good because there’s a variety of different industries here and a wide range of jobs that I could go into.
View detailsI found The Manchester College experience like no other. "I was given more freedom in my work and how to express myself, both inside and outside the classroom.
View detailsThe finalists were celebrated at the FETN Annual Conference in Sheffield on Friday 10 November, in recognition of their invaluable contribution to the success of their students. Speaking about her work, Louise said: “I see my role as taking an overview of the student’s journey, looking at their progression and pushing them to achieve their aims. I think about what I would have liked to be given as a 17–18 year old and present students with opportunities, from internal opportunities to working with industry professionals.
View detailsThe future of further education - Principal Lisa O'Loughlin sees in the new year with her predictions for further education in 2016 Like everyone I start the new year looking forward to seeing what opportunities 2016 will bring us. The final months of 2015 saw education feature in the news locally and nationally, with a number of key announcements from government which I believe will have a direct impact on education here in Manchester over the next 12 months.
View detailsCarlos, whose ultimate aim is to reach the Premier League, told Nicholls students that they needed to be mentally strong to study while training and playing. He said: “There were moments when I questioned the time I’d spent playing football and worried that I’d wasted my time, but I also made sure I passed Level 3 Engineering because education is important to me.”
View detailsAsha-Lee is currently working at Oak Lodge Care Home in Prestwich, where she is developing the skill for a future nursing career. Asha-Lee said: Ever since I was young, I’ve always wanted to do nursing and this placement has helped me to understand the different career choices available to me as I pursue this dream of mine.
View detailsAfter a period of intense training and rehearsals alongside her studies, Holly embarked on a nationwide tour with the company and its guest director Damien Jalet in June. “I never thought I’d get the chance to be involved in a tour like this when I was just 17 and it’s only made me more hungry to make a career of it,” she said.
View detailsI can’t put into words how grateful I am to everyone involved in organising and delivering the conference. We had some unbelievably supportive and motivational guests, and the performances from our students were out of this world.
View detailsRyan, who started filming on the soap in mid-October, commented: "I'm buzzing to join the cast of the Osbourne family. "I have The Manchester College to thank for helping me take my first steps into the industry. I loved studying at the College. The teachers and other students were brilliant, and I enjoyed taking part in activities that prepared me for a career in TV, film and theatre."
View detailsHamza: My name’s Hamza. I do Level Two Professional Cookery. He's going to help us learn about the industry. George Warwick: The knowledge the next generation needs, I'm here to, like, try and support as much as I can.
View detailsShortly after finding out her work had been chosen to feature in the exhibition, Anujin said: I am very thrilled to have my work be a part of this occasion. I was very happy that my animation actually got selected - I still can’t believe it!
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