How to apply - school leavers

Apply online...

You can apply for a course using our course finder.

Once you’ve decided which course is for you, it’s best to apply as soon as you can. If you leave it until close to the start date there may be a waiting list for places.

...or download an application form

If you prefer to send us a printed application form, you can download the form as a pdf.

We can send you the application form in other formats. Please contact our Course Enquiries Team on 0161 203 2100 (option 2) if you’d like a different format.

Please send your completed form to our FREEPOST address:

Student Applications
Student Records Department
The Manchester College
FREEPOST MR9919
Openshaw
Manchester
M11 9AL

You don’t need to use a stamp.

Letting you know we've got your application

We’ll aim to let you know we’ve received your application within 48 hours of it arriving. If you haven’t heard from us after seven days, please contact our Course Enquiry Team using the online enquiry form.

Interview

We want you to succeed.

We want to make sure you’ll enjoy your chosen course and have a good chance of doing well. When we get your application, we’ll ask you to come in and see us for a interview.

The interview will be at the campus you’ve applied to study at.

The interview is a chance for you to chat about your options and goals with one of our tutors. It’s a good chance to find out more about being a student at The Manchester College.

Initial assessment

We’ll ask you to take two short tests on a computer to find out your level of English and maths. Depending on which course you apply for, we may also ask you to take an ICT test.

Initial assessment is nothing to worry about. It helps us plan the best support for you.

Find out more about initial assessment.

Offer of a conditional place

If we think the course you’ve chosen is right for you, we’ll offer you a conditional place. This means you’ll be able to enrol on your chosen course, as long as you get the grades we’ve asked for.

If the course isn't right for you

If the course you’ve applied for isn’t right for you, we may decide not to offer you a place. Don’t worry – we’ll help you find another course at the college that will help you achieve your goals.