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Wigan and Leigh College Adult Learning Centre

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Future Fashion Designer Gaining Amazing Experience at Matalan

4th March 2025 by Wigan and Leigh College Adult Learning Centre
Our new T Level Textile & Fashion Maker course has already proved to be an invaluable experience for student Jess Hill. The former Shevington High School pupil chose the new

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Driving Local Economic Growth through Apprenticeships

3rd March 2025 by Wigan and Leigh College Adult Learning Centre
Last year, research by tech start-up Multiverse showed that Wigan was the best place to be an apprentice in England. Here at Wigan & Leigh College, we’re proud to be

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What is the Innovation Literacy Programme and how’s it going?

28th February 2025 by Wigan and Leigh College Adult Learning Centre
For wider context, Greater Manchester was identified as an area where productivity could be improved within small to medium sized employers and a fund was made available by Innovate UK

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Top Employers Flock to Festival of Engineering & Construction

13th February 2025 by Wigan and Leigh College Adult Learning Centre
A host of top employers from engineering and construction sectors descended on Wigan & Leigh College’sFestival of Engineering & Construction on February 10th. Taking place during National Apprenticeship Week, this

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Construction Apprentices Thriving at Wigan Council

5th February 2025 by Wigan and Leigh College Adult Learning Centre
Construction trade apprentices, Cameron Aket, Callum Rigby and Marc McLaughlin are loving their apprenticeships with Wigan Council. The trio, who attend our Centre of Excellence in Construction & Engineering are

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Wigan & Leigh College joins NSAN’s Nuclear Training Network

18th December 2024 by Wigan and Leigh College Adult Learning Centre
Wigan & Leigh College are pleased to announce they have been accepted to join the National Skills Academy for Nuclear’s Nuclear Training Network, marking a significant milestone in the college’s

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Business alumni helps improve service in Malaysian Resort

5th December 2024 by Wigan and Leigh College Adult Learning Centre
University Centre Wigan & Leigh College alumni, Ryan Murphy is making strides in Desaru, Malaysia, teaching English to hotel staff at Sand & Sandals Desaru Beach Resort and Spa. Ryan’s

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University Centre Students Celebrate Success at Graduation

27th November 2024 by Wigan and Leigh College Adult Learning Centre
Students studying on degree courses and degree apprenticeships at the University Centre Wigan & Leigh College celebrated their achievements at the recent annual Higher Education Graduation ceremony.  The event was

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WorldSkills UK Finals Inspire Young Wiganers 

22nd November 2024 by Wigan and Leigh College Adult Learning Centre
We proudly hosted seven prestigious WorldSkills UK National Finals this week, showcasing the incredible talent and dedication of the nation’s top young professionals.  This is the second year in which

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Long Standing Chair of Wigan & Leigh College Retires 

30th October 2024 by Wigan and Leigh College Adult Learning Centre
Wigan & Leigh College has announced the retirement of Ann Harrison, Chair of Governors.   Ann has served on the college’s Governing Board since 2011 during which time she has led

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Surprise Midwife Makes for Extra Special Delivery in Maternity Ward 

17th October 2024 by Wigan and Leigh College Adult Learning Centre
Wigan mother, Rhianna Hesketh recently gave birth to her third child and was made to feel immediately relaxed when she discovered who her midwife was.   Rhianna met Deborah Wright on

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Sports Lecturer Set to Join Worldskills UK Trainer Programme 

16th October 2024 by Wigan and Leigh College Adult Learning Centre
Our Sports Lecturer, Katie Chapman has been accepted on to the WorldSkills UK Endorsed Trainer Programme.  She will undertake a three-day training event at Warwick University which is designed to

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Alumni Catering Student Cooking up a Storm in Five Star Restaurant 

16th October 2024 by Wigan and Leigh College Adult Learning Centre
Alumni Professional Cookery student, Luke Johnson is now Head Chef at 5* restaurant with rooms, Quite Simply French.  The Lancaster based restaurant specialises in French and British cuisine and has

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College Partners with Top Built Environment Consultancy to offer Paid T level Placement Opportunity  

6th June 2024 by Wigan and Leigh College Adult Learning Centre
Award-winning Engineering consultancy, Hoare Lea held successful talks with the college resulting in a lucrative T Level Industry Placement offer for a student taking the brand new T Level in

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Double Engineering Accolade for Wigan & Leigh College  

26th April 2024 by Wigan and Leigh College Adult Learning Centre
We have received two engineering accolades that shines a light on both its higher education provision and its work in meeting employer needs.  The college recently won the Engineering and

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A Big Win – Business Engagement Employer Award

25th April 2024 by Wigan and Leigh College Adult Learning Centre
It was a night to celebrate as the college won Business Engagement, Employer Award – HE/FE Sector at the Educate North Awards.   The Awards evening, which was held at the

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Introducing Wigan & Leigh College’s new Skills Academy 

28th March 2024 by Wigan and Leigh College Adult Learning Centre
We are proud to announce the opening of our new Skills Academy, based on Prescott Street, Wigan in response to significant growth in student numbers.  The Skills Academy will cater

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Double Award for Nuclear Degree Apprentice Cailey 

22nd March 2024 by Wigan and Leigh College Adult Learning Centre
Degree Apprentice, Cailey Miller has scooped two prestigious awards at the National Skills Academy for Nuclear (NSAN) UK Nuclear Skills Awards.  The multi-talented student won Advanced Apprentice of the Year

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Students Question Leaders on International Women’s Day

12th March 2024 by Wigan and Leigh College Adult Learning Centre
We hosted an inspiring International Women’s Day Question Time Event which provided the perfect platform to discuss a wide range of important issues relating to equality and inclusion.   Students from

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Celebrations for Apprentices at Awards Evening

15th February 2024 by Wigan and Leigh College Adult Learning Centre
We held our annual Apprenticeship Awards on Tuesday 13th February.  The lavish event, staged at The Edge, Wigan was hosted by TV magician, Ben Hanlin who entertained the audience with

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Higher Education Provision Recognised by National Standard 

18th December 2023 by Wigan and Leigh College Adult Learning Centre
Our University Centre Wigan & Leigh College has been awarded ‘Silver’ in the latest Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF) ratings.  The University Centre had previously attained the Silver status in 2017.

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University Centre Students Celebrate Success at Graduation

6th December 2023 by Wigan and Leigh College Adult Learning Centre
Students studying on degree level courses at the University Centre Wigan & Leigh College celebrated their achievements at the annual Higher Education Graduation ceremony.  The event, held at All Saints’

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Worldskills UK Finals Makes Big Impact

22nd November 2023 by Wigan and Leigh College Adult Learning Centre
We successfully hosted seven of the WorldSkills UK National Finals in November.  The college played host to finals in Aircraft Maintenance, Electronic Security Systems, Fire Detection and Alarm Systems, Industrial

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Double Delight for Students at WorldSkills UK National Finals 

22nd November 2023 by Wigan and Leigh College Adult Learning Centre
Two of our students have won bronze medals at the Worldskills UK National Finals.   Level 3 Media Makeup student, Crystal Palmer and Summer Corcoran, who completed Level 3 Nail Technology

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Monday 8:30am - 5:00pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 5:00pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 5:00pm
Thursday 8:30am - 5:00pm
Friday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Saturday Closed
Sunday Closed