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Career Focus on the Sports Industry

An expansion in the use of data among managers, coaches and support staff, and the rise of technology for critiquing player performance, scouting and management, again demonstrates the expected demand for relevant qualifications leading to employment. This is supported by the Chartered Institute of Sport and Physical Activity (CIMSPA), who report that since 2019, the demand for jobs across all sectors of the Sport and Physical Activity sector has increased by 98%.

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Willmott Dixon and The Manchester College partner up to invest in the future of Manchester

Upon completion of the course, the students will gain a BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma in Construction and Built Environment, an industry and university-recognised qualification equivalent to three A Levels. The new, state-of-the-art campus, located opposite the Manchester Arena and Manchester Victoria Station, will become home to The Manchester College’s Industry Excellence Academy for Creative and Digital Industries as well as UCEN Manchester’s Arden School of Theatre and Manchester Film School .

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Students cook up four-course feast with Exose Grant

Featuring dishes such as seaweed butter poached halibut and lemon meringue mille feuille, Exose and the students took advantage of the College’s state-of-the-art kitchen facilities to create a delicious menu. “Working with The Chefs’ Forum our students are able to gain experience of working with top-professionals to really take their skills to the next level.” commented Christine Kenyon, Deputy Principal at The Manchester College.

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The Manchester College and PureGym Get Students Employed

Stuart Nickson, who is Head of Department for Sport, Public Services and Criminology at The Manchester College, added: “By the time they start their placements, our students will have already delivered personal training sessions in the state-of-the-art sports facilities at our Openshaw Campus, so they’ll arrive at PureGym with a good level of experience. Stuart explained: “This initiative is all about helping our students transition smoothly into the fitness industry and making them ideally prepared to be interviewed for roles such as Personal Trainer or Fitness Coach.

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How to Choose Which College Course You Should Take

In this instance, think about your favourite subjects in school - were they art, PE, biology or IT?   Choosing a course that you simply enjoy is setting you on a great path for later down the line as when you decide on a career it should align with your personal interests.  

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Hairdressing team help Elsie celebrate her century in style

"She has been wonderful and I don’t know what I’d do without her. My neighbours say God sent her!” The state-of-the-art Studios of Hairdressing, Beauty and Make-up at The Manchester College’s Northenden and Harpurhey campuses are part of its Centre of Excellence for Hair & Beauty , where students learn the skills in a real, working environment, preparing them for a successful career in the industry.

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Students celebrated at annual Excellence Awards

Academic Studies Student of the Year Callum Bancroft Automotive, Construction Engineering and Logistics Student of the Year Arran Jamieson Business, Computing and Creative Digital Student of the Year    Karon Barber Creative Arts Student of the Year Lee Smith                                            English and Maths Student of the Year Rafelle Williams ESOL, Communities and Work Student of the Year Hakem Sharifi Service and Retail Industries Student of the Year Fungai Harvey Mukusha Sport, Public Services and Care Professions Student of the Year Lenin Sibanda Student Ambassador of the Year Rosie Young Supported Learning Student of the Year Thomas Patton Teacher Education Student of the Year Julie Cliffe The Seminary Student of the Year Elky Cohen Total People Intermediate Apprentice of the Year Harry Waring Total People Advanced Apprentice of the Year Fatima Assadi The Manchester College 14 -16 Student of the Year Amina Munye Busuir The Manchester College 16 - 18 Student of the Year Sebastian Kaczmarczyk The Manchester College Adult Student of the Year Alistair Sheehan UCEN Manchester Student of the Year – sponsored by Reeds  Rylan Ashley Lewis Bright Star Award Tyler Asif The Student Excellence Awards Student of the Year – Sponsored by Reeds.

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Students Help to Build Openshaw Campus on Placement Scheme

The students will undertake on-site supervised tasks working with site engineers and health & safety managers before delivering a project at the end of the six-week placement. The state of the art facility they are helping to build will feature a range of industry standard facilities, including a six court sports hall, outdoor pitch, gym and sports lab; a health suite with a hospital ward and infectious disease area for healthcare students; and brand new workshops for construction, mechanics and engineering students.

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Helping in the fight against coronavirus

Find out more about the wide range of courses available in our Creative Arts and Digital Media and Access to Higher Education subject areas.

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Green light for new The Manchester College city centre campus

Green light for new The Manchester College city centre campus - LTE Group has received planning permission from Manchester City Council to build a state-of-the-art campus for Creative and Digital Industries, in Manchester city centre for The Manchester College and UCEN Manchester The landmark four-storey development – due for completion from spring 2022 – is the centrepiece of the Group, College and UCEN Manchester’s masterplan to create the next generation of industry excellence.

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Activities / Groups

You could get involved with our Debate Club, Book Club, LGBTQ+ Club, Diversity Club, Arts & Crafts Club, SEND Social Clubs…and so much more! And if there isn’t a society for your passion, why not create your own? Just speak to the Enrichment Coordinator on your campus and they’ll support you to make it happen. 

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Practical Tips for Preparing for a Video Interview

If you know the interview will be recorded, then practise recording yourself answering some standard questions that could be asked. This way you can watch yourself back to see how you perform on camera. The more you practise, the easier it will become and you’ll start to be more natural. 4. Other considerations Dress appropriately.

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