Wigan & Leigh College courses

Wigan & Leigh College has a long standing history in providing you with quality education and training. This has been achieved through exceptional teaching, support and guidance over an extensive range of academic, vocational and apprenticeship courses. Each year we strive to provide programmes at a wide range of levels to suit all abilities.

Recently, a multi-million pound investment has been made across our Wigan and Leigh Centres to provide you with top of the range facilities, resources and learning environments. One thing is guaranteed when you choose to study with us - we will encourage and support you to achieve your full potential.

Business

Business students at the College will learn about the dynamic world of business. Students will develop skills and knowledge to equip them to become a confident decision maker in a cutting-edge, professional environment. Our courses will allow you to explore the range of diverse departments that work together to form a successful business. Students will benefit from the industry experience of our expert tutors who will teach you the principles of marketing, accounting, human resources and business environment & resources. Whatever your ambition these courses will prepare you for university level study or to begin your career in the commercial world.

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Child Care & Early Years Education

Working with infants and young children can offer a range of rewarding and exciting careers. Our childcare qualifications are designed to prepare students to work with children between birth and 18 years, with knowledge of children above 19 years with SEN. Students will benefit from high quality work placements with local nurseries and primary schools.

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Computer Science and Digital Skills

Computing and IT is a dynamic industry where innovation is paramount. That is why we have invested in the very best software, industry standard hardware and state-of-the-art multimedia and web development Mac suite. There are so many computing careers to choose from; that is why our course content is constantly reviewed to reflect the fast past of industry demand. Students at Level 3 have a 100% pass rate.

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Construction Studies / Civil Engineering

Build your career with one of inspiring construction and civil engineering courses. The sector is responsible for the design, construction and maintenance of roads, bridges, building, canals and damns. If you are an aspiring Architect, Surveyor or Civil Engineer our courses will provide you with the skills to progress into this fast paced industry.

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Electrical & Electronic Engineering

Engineers are in high demand across the UK.The sector reports evidence of skills shortages for employers in key UK engineering sectors including aerospace, telecoms, rail, power, nuclear, chemical, civil and defence. Over 2.85 million engineering jobs need to be filled by 2024. The average starting salaries for engineering and technology graduates are well above the average at £25,800. The College has a long-standing history and reputation for providing excellence in engineering and manufacturing and is committed to training highly skilled engineers of the future. The College specialises in intelligent engineering including mechatronics, robotics, automation and autonomous vehicles, as well as the development and evolution of hybrid technologies. The Centre has had significant investment of £1.4m to ensure that future engineers develop technical skills and knowledge using the latest equipment and technologies which include a CNC Milling Machine, CNC Plasma Cutter and Thermo Fluid Bench and Bernoullis Principle Test equipment. Electrical and Electronic Engineers can work in a diverse range of sectors including aerospace, broadcasting, telecoms, manufacturing, power and utilities. Courses prepare students for higher education and employment. Tutors are highly qualified and have a wealth of experience from British Gas, Atomic Energy and Network Rail.

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Graphic Design

Learn how to transform your creative ideas into visual and textual context at our Centre of Excellence for Creative Arts. Students on our Graphic Design courses use the latest technology in our Mac Suite to develop their skills and knowledge and work on live briefs provided by employers. You will produce and showcase your work in the end of year Art Exhibition. 90% of our Level 3 students progress onto university to study a range of creative degree level programmes.

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Mechanical Engineering

Engineers are in high demand across the UK. The sector reports evidence of skills shortages for employers in key UK engineering sectors including aerospace, telecoms, rail, power, nuclear, chemical, civil and defence. More than 2.85 million engineering jobs need to be filled by 2024. The average starting salaries for engineering and technology graduates are well above the average at £25,800. The College has a long-standing history and reputation for providing excellence in engineering and manufacturing and is committed to training highly skilled engineers. The College specialises in intelligent engineering including mechatronics, robotics, automation and autonomous vehicles, as well as the development and evolution of hybrid technologies. The Centre has had significant investment of £1.4m to ensure that future engineers develop technical skills and knowledge using the latest equipment and technologies which include a CNC Milling Machine, CNC Plasma Cutter and Thermo Fluid Bench and Bernoullis Principle Test equipment. Electrical and Electronic Engineers work in a diverse range of sectors including aerospace, broadcasting, telecoms, manufacturing, power and utilities. Tutors are highly qualified and have a wealth of experience working for British Gas, Atomic Energy and Network Rail.

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Public Services

Our Public Services courses develop the physical and academic skills required for successful careers in the Police, Fire and Rescue, Prison Services and Armed Forces. Students benefit from the College's great links with the public services and gain real physical and problem solving experience on a residential programmes with the Army.

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Science

Science is brought to life in our outstanding, well equipped laboratories. Our Science programmes equip students with the skills and knowledge to enter a variety of science related careers and degrees.

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Sport

The College is a Centre of Excellence in Sport, dedicated to providing exceptional training programmes for the region's aspiring sports professionals. Our world-class facilities include a swimming pool, gymnasium, athletics stadium, 3G AstroTurf pitches and indoor sports hall. Around 371,800 people work in the sport industry in 176,000 businesses throughout the UK. Careers are many and varied, from sporting professionals, to personal trainers, coaches and sports scientists. The typical salary for senior coaches, employed by National Governing Bodies or professional sports clubs, ranges from £30,000 to £35,000. Exercise physiologists employed in the sports sector may earn between £18,000 and £35,000. And for those in high-profile sport science, salaries can exceed £60,000 and may reach up to £100,000.

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Teacher Education

There are lots of teaching opportunities in post compulsory learning and skills sector. Our teacher education courses provide trainees with the skills and confidence to teach within the post-16 education sector. We have a range of flexible delivery options available.

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Travel & Tourism

The Travel & Tourism courses are taught by highly experienced professionals who have extensive experience working in the aviation, tourism and hospitality sector. Our courses prepare students for careers in this fast paced industry where high standards of customer service are expected. Courses range from Level 2 up to Higher National Diploma Level.

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