“The atmosphere is incredible. Art galleries aren’t just places for visiting art, they’re sites where art is made. To have the music, movement and dance, to be able to see the work, to be able to see the performances, it’s quite incredible.
View detailsWe're so proud that these placements were across a wide range of challenges which showcased our students' industry-standard skills across our curriculum. "Competitions are also about confidence building, experiencing new places and meeting new people, so competitors, whether they are placed or not, often leave with a renewed belief in themselves. A huge well done to all those who entered these competitions and I hope you really enjoyed it and gained a lot from the experience."
View details"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.
View detailsNissen Lewis, Level 2 Technical Skills student, said: I’ve learnt something new from this session and was shown how to adapt quite a meaty dish for my Kosher dietary requirements. Learning from people in the industry is great and meeting them means I’m making connections that will be useful when I look for employment.
View detailsThis is real proof that if you don’t initially get the results you need, you still have the opportunity to be successful.” Students at The Manchester College responded in style to the new GCSE grading system with a 14% increase in the number of English high grades (9-4) for all students (18-16 and 19+). Largely regarded by education experts as the hardest GCSE exams in 30 years, the College has seen its overall pass rate increase to 96% this year and rise by 8% for high grades 9-4 (A*-C).
View detailsCreative Industries Assistant Principal Maria Foran commented: “This was an incredible opportunity for our learners to develop a new skill, work on creative solutions for a real client and have their work seen by thousands of people. We’re proud to see our fashion students rising to the challenge and create an installation that successfully fulfilled the Museum of Science and Industry’s live brief.
View detailsKetan said: “I’m buzzing, I’m really looking forward to starting full time with NG Bailey and learning new skills. Having the opportunity to do work placements as part of my course was one of the main reasons I chose to study at The Manchester College.
View detailsPerhaps because of this, enrolments from adult learners (people aged 19 and over) are increasing . Many adults are returning to education to learn new skills, further their existing careers or embark on a new one. Adult learners may also be eligible for further financial support .
View detailsYou’ll also need to genuinely enjoy working with children and encouraging them to try new things. The other skills and knowledge you’ll need, we can teach you. You’ll learn how to recognise what each individual child requires to thrive and how to keep children safe, healthy and happy.
View detailsWe do this in a number of different ways including: Student Experience Support Team Careers, Employability & Welfare Pastoral Support Officers Supported Learning We also offer a bespoke transition service to new applicants with an Education Health and Care Plan (EHCP), accessibility or medical need. More about ESOL, English & MathsRelated news
View detailsWhat are T Levels? T Level is short for ‘Technical Level’. T Levels are a new two-year technical qualification for those aged 16 -18 and will provide students with a high-quality technical alternative to A-Levels, combining classroom learning with an extended industry placement.
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