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Harpurhey Campus

Harpurhey Campus Harpurhey Campus Harpurhey is a friendly, vibrant campus, offering courses for school leavers in twelve different subject areas from Level 1 to Level 3.  Harpurhey Baths is a Grade II listed building and part of our campus that we have transformed into an award-winning exhibition space for students and the local community.

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Public Services & Criminology

Our facilities include: Fitness and performance testing lab with Douglas bags, Cortex Metalyzers, and other specialist equipment Full-size, floodlit FIFA-approved 3G pitch with changing and officials’ rooms Fully equipped fitness suite with treadmills, rowers, bikes, free weights and squat racks 30-station gym and strength and conditioning room. Where a career in Public Services and Criminology can take youMore about Public Services and CriminologyAbout our courses Our courses are designed to prepare you for your future career and give you a greater insight into the careers open to you, equipping you with the knowledge and skills you’ll need to enter the workplace.

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What Can You Do with a Level 3 Computing Qualification?

University progression is supported by experienced tutors, career advisers , and UCAS guidance built into the course. This support is in place to help students feel confident making their applications. Learn more: Free Level 3 Courses at The Manchester College Learning about computing through real-world projects One of the standout features of the Computing course is its hands-on, project-based approach.

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Marcia’s lockdown snap wins prestigious competition

Marcia is still considering her options for when she graduates from the Centre of Excellence for Design and Visual Arts next year, including the possibility of progressing to a degree-level course. She’s adamant that no matter what, she will continue to be creative.  “I absolutely love the course here,” she said. “One of the things I’ve enjoyed the most is the opportunity to experiment and explore.

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Students Urged to Vote for Greater Manchester Mayor

Candidates have made a diverse range of policy pledges on education and skills issues: such as providing free travel for 16-18-year-olds, through to establishing a ‘year of service’ for young people. Eight candidates have confirmed they are standing.

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DofE Programme Students Raise Funds for the Local Community

Even better, all the hard work complete during the summer months can be backdated, which means having fun and exploring in their free time still contributes to their programme. Here’s how you can access the programme from home: Volunteering: Walk a neighbour’s dog, shop for those who struggle to get to the shops or try some ideas from Leonard Cheshire’s 12-week guide to volunteering from home.

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The Manchester College launches new industry-sponsored Architectural and Construction Engineering Scholarship

You can also explore our range of Construction and Engineering courses .

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Hidden Jobs in an Ever-Changing World

Collaboration and partnerships will be key, so take advantage of opportunities your careers advisors and employability tutors recommend and subscribe to digital newsletters and social media feeds of the sectors you are interested in to keep up with developments.  Feel free to take a look at the variety of creative and digital courses on offer at The Manchester College.

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How to Research Your Career Options

Here at The Manchester College, we have a range of guides on our blog to help you explore the right career options for you, including:  Choosing the Right Counselling Course for You The Future of Logistics: Why You Should Consider a Career in This Field How to Become an Engineer Your Roadmap to Automotive Courses: A Guide for 16-18 Year Olds Check out our blog for more! 

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How to Become a Qualified Nurse

With nursing, there is always scope for career development and finding a field of practice that suits you.  What funding and bursary options are available for nursing courses? 16-19 Education If you're aged 16-19, you're eligible for free education and training in the UK. This includes nursing courses offered at colleges and sixth forms.    

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Top Chefs head to The Manchester College for celebration event with The Chefs’ Forum Academy.

“Not only do events like this help to inspire them, it provides them with up-to-date insight into current culinary trends, techniques and industry standard best practice which ensures that they are work ready when they complete their course with us. I am exceptionally proud of the exceptional standards that our students delivered today, which is testament to the success of our unique partnership with The Chefs’ Forum.

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English and Maths - Are they important subjects to have and what programmes are available at college

They are often specifically requested for jobs, apprenticeships, further education courses, degree courses and postgraduate courses.  English is used in everything you do i.e., verbal communication, writing, reading, and following instructions.

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