Tameside College

About

Tameside College is situated in Greater Manchester and is a further education college providing the next steps from school to university and employment. They provide numerous apprenticeships also and university-level and adult programs. Tameside College is rated good by Ofsted and they have invested heavily in their campus to ensure they are offering a first-class learning environment with excellent resources. They have state-of-the-art facilities for students including their beauty and hair salon, restaurant, learning hubs, gym and hall, and much more.

Types of Programs They Run

Tameside College provides a vast range of programs including university-level courses, adult programs, apprenticeships, courses for school leavers, and professional programs for employers and employees alike. They cover a plethora of topics including film studies, geography, computer science, English, chemistry, business, media, sociology, animation, politics, fashion, criminology, psychology, graphics, engineering, finance, animal care, motor vehicles, photography, design, art, childcare, health, social work, cooking, baking, management, and more. Some of their programs also allow for part-time learning also.

Admissions Process

You can apply for most courses at Tameside College directly on their website. To do this, navigate to the webpage of your chosen course and scroll down to click the apply button. Then, begin filling in your information. Once you have submitted your application, the admissions team will review it and contact you with their decision. For university-level programs, you need to apply via the UCAS by visiting their website. Remember when doing so to include the correct institution and course codes, these can be found on the Tameside College website. Then, submit your application for review. The college will contact you in the weeks following.

Accommodation

Tameside College does not have its own student accommodation or halls of residence. However, given the college’s location, there are lots of other suitable options nearby and the college may also be able to advise you on this.

Scholarships and Financial Support

Tameside College has some financial supports available including the Advanced Learner Loans as well as support for students in financial hardship or on low incomes. For more information including the eligibility criteria and how to apply, visit the Tameside College website.

Contact Info

For general enquiries, call 0161 908 6600