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Two students at The Manchester College celebrate Oxbridge success

This is a skill that will serve me academically at University, but will also enhance my appreciation for the arts recreationally.   “The tutors are so supportive and have high standards of attainment and achievement for their students. They believe in adult learners and will help students to believe in themselves.”

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Tutor leads national competition in Graphic Design

The Graphic Design element of the annual WorldSkills UK competition is now run by Ben Elson, newly appointed Training Manger for 3D Game Art and Tutor at The Manchester College. It allows students of all talents and skills to compete against each other in a battle to win medals. 

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1853 Restaurant

Her career started as an apprentice at the Royal Academy of Culinary Arts, where she worked at the Ritz London to complete her training. Her first Head Chef position came at Pomonas in Notting Hill, then The Princess of Shoreditch, which quickly gained accolades including 3 AA Rosettes and inclusion in the Michelin Guide.

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Employability post-Covid: What Employers are telling us

Tip: Consider using your skills in a transferable way in an industry you might not have considered; particularly those linked to GM priorities such as Construction or Healthcare Science.   3)     Skills and experience of bid writing and pitching for funding are highly desirable for careers in the Arts and Cultural sectors.  Tip: Think about including some of this focus in your work experience and take opportunities in your studies to present your ideas to others.

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Creative & Digital Media

Our Facilities and Location Our  Industry Excellence Academy for Creative and Digital Media is based in our amazing, new, state-of-the-art, four-storey City Campus Manchester  next door to the AO Arena. You’ll have access to fully-equipped computer suites, where you’ll find all the latest software and state-of-the-art technology for 3D modelling, design, development and editing.

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Academic Studies tutor joins innovative CPD initiative in Cambridge

Helen has more than 10 years of industry experience working for Novartis Vaccines and Diagnostics, where she performed various virological assays to ascertain purity and potency of the influenza vaccine, through to the production process. However, she wanted to update her industry experience within Dual Professionalism.

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The Manchester College shortlisted for three awards

The WOW Recognition Award This award recognises the provider that has achieved an outstanding performance, success or achievement for 2019-20. This award is designed to celebrate the real stand out and totally inspirational project by a school.

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Say No To Plastic!

Representing The Manchester College and UCEN Manchester were both Sam and Rachel Curry, Vice Principal for Planning and Performance. Sam, who chaired this working group meeting, said: “Our shared aim is to eradicate avoidable single use plastics in all our institutions by 2022, specifically in catering outlets, laboratories and the stationery used on campuses.  

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The Gig Economy Explained

Some work in this way as a means to “top-up” their income, others perform this type of work whilst studying, some do it out of necessity and for others it’s a career choice so they can remain in control.

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Competition time: Win a £100 ASOS voucher

Have you baked a cake that would make Mary Berry proud? Painted a picture worthy of an art gallery?  Whether it’s a dance routine you’ve choreographed, a new t-shirt you’ve made or a poem you’ve written - if you’ve created it, we want to see it!  

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Students moved by hate crime awareness events

Natalie, who is studying event management, said: ‘I entered the competition because I love art and was looking for a way to demonstrate how I felt about hate crime and help make a difference. No matter who you are, where you come from or what you believe in, we are all the same on the inside.’

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Openshaw Campus

Openshaw Campus Openshaw Campus Our Openshaw campus, situated close to the Etihad Stadium, was refurbished in 2021 to deliver state-of-the-art facilities that are perfect to prepare for a future career. Address Openshaw Campus Ashton Old Road Openshaw Manchester M11 2WH Opening Times Monday: 8.30am - 5pm Tuesday: 8.30am - 5pm Wednesday: 8.30am - 9pm Thursday: 8.30am - 9pm Friday: 8.30am - 5pm Local area Openshaw is a suburb of east Manchester, a short bus ride from Manchester’s city centre.

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