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Applying for an Apprenticeship

UCAS Parent and Guardian Guide to Apprenticeships Parents Perspective Podcast Now in its third series, this podcast aims to make you feel informed and confident in providing careers support and guidance to their child, so that they ultimately make the best decisions for them. There are useful related resources on post-16 options and there is a monthly parents and carers information pack to download.  

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The Manchester College nominated for Logistics Award

The College has a tremendous success record in preparing candidates for the world of work in logistics and for a wide range of roles. "The College are always looking to build on best practice and will test new approaches that add to their already successful delivery." In its innovative approach to industry partnership, the department has established a Logistics Employer Board, meaning it can better identify current skills gaps and work collaboratively with the Logistics industry to co-design and co-develop a curriculum that fits the needs of the industry.

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Design a cake to say thank you to key workers

Entries to our #InThisTogether Bake Off Design competition should be designed and decorated in the theme of “Thank you key workers” and should include either #InThisTogether or #ThankYouKeyWorkers. The designer of the best cake decoration will win a place for them and their parent or guardian on one of our fantastic evening bakery short courses - where they can learn about Cake Decoration, Vegan Baking and much more .

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Author Adele Parks offers students expert advice

Author Adele Parks offers students expert advice - Creative writing and ESOL students gained invaluable advice when renowned author Adele Parks visited The Manchester College. In conjunction with the Reading Agency, the best-selling author and Reading Ahead ambassador attended St John’s Centre to present ESOL student Sunara Begum with a certificate for winning the national Reading Ahead challenge.

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The Manchester College Named Finalist at the Manchester Culture Awards 2025

The Manchester College Named Finalist at the Manchester Culture Awards 2025 - The Manchester College has been named as a finalist in the ‘Best Exhibition’ category in the prestigious Manchester Culture Awards 2025 for its ground-breaking Greater Mancunians project. The Greater Mancunians Exhibition, created in partnership with students, staff, and local collaborators, celebrates the people who have shaped Greater Manchester’s rich cultural identity — from musicians and artists to community leaders and innovators. 

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Careers & Jobs

All of our advisors are highly qualified, Matrix-accredited professionals, which means they’ve received the best training to help you find your perfect career and plan how to get there. They’ll be able to offer you Careers Education, Information, Advice and Guidance (CEIAG) when you need it, whether you’re just starting out with us or you’re a past student.

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Construction and Engineering Students at Willmott Dixon

Both students have started their new position with Willmott Dixon this September. The Manchester College wishes them the best of luck in their future career. We look forward to welcoming them back to talk to future generations of students as our successful Alumni.

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Students Get Work-Ready Skills with Enterprise Project

Find out more about our Computing courses at The Manchester College website.

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Jumpstart Your Tech Career with Free Coding Courses in Manchester

These may include roles such as: Junior Software Developer: assists in coding and testing software applications Web Developer: designs and builds websites with aesthetic and technical expertise IT Support Technician: provides technical assistance for computer systems and software.

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

Information on how to apply will be available in September on the jobs section of HOME MCR's website . You can also read about one of our students from the Industry Excellence Academy for Creative and Digital Media who  secured a place in the HOME BFI Film Academy .

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College football coach named FA Players’ Player of the Year

Lynda, who is captain of Blackburn Rovers Ladies, was nominated for the award by managers from teams across the FA Women’s Premier League, who chose the best opposition player after each game. Lynda plays in the central midfield position and has been at Blackburn Rovers for a total of 10 years.

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The Manchester College shortlisted at the TES FE School Awards 2019

The team’s work is highly regarded by both employers and peers, and they regularly welcome visitors from other education providers seeking best practice. Tes FE editor Stephen Exley said: “Excellent practice exists right across the further education sector, and those shortlisted for the Tes FE Awards are the cream of the crop.

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