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Courses for the career you want and the life you have now

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Business and management

Learn to lead teams, read accounts and plan projects on a programme that includes a live brief from a local firm.

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Computing and data

From first lines of code to databases and dashboards, taught in labs with tools used by employers every day.

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Science foundation

A year of biology, chemistry and lab practice for adults aiming at university or technical work in science.

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Health sciences

Laboratory skills, anatomy and clinical practice for learners heading into nursing, pharmacy or diagnostics.

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Art and design

Drawing, digital design and studio practice leading to a portfolio for employment or a place at art school.

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Access to university

A one-year route for adults without the usual qualifications, accepted by universities across the country.

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Teaching and training

Qualify to teach adults or train colleagues, with observed practice in real classes and mentoring throughout.

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Online programmes

Study any of twelve courses from home, with live seminars, recorded lessons and a personal tutor each week.

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Community learning

Free and low-cost classes in English, maths, languages and everyday computing, held across the city.

10K

Enrolments Across all programmes.

95%

Pass rate On assessed courses.

50+

Courses Starting each term.

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How to apply and get started

Applying takes about fifteen minutes. There are no entry exams for most courses, just a conversation.

01

Apply online or in person and tell us which course interests you.

02

Meet an adviser to confirm the level, timetable and funding.

03

Enrol, collect your timetable and join an induction week.