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Everything you need to know about studying at
Access Creative College Manchester.
Your Campus
Everything you need to know about studying at Access Creative College Manchester.
Hello from Access Creative College. I’m Michael, Head of Campus here at Access Creative College Manchester, and I just want to say a huge welcome from the college and Student Hub. We’re really excited that you’ve chosen to study with us, and we can’t wait to see what you create. You’re joining an inspired community full of creativity, industry experience, and people who are here to help you succeed.
While you wait to join us in September, Student Hub is here to connect you with everything happening at Access Creative College. You’ll have access to a calendar where you can register for local events, giving you the chance to visit and get involved before your course begins.
Get ahead with our collection of free resources that will help you prepare for what’s coming. Read Alumni Stories to learn how our former students have achieved success in their creative careers, and take a look at Student Work to get a sense of the projects you’ll be working on. The accomplishments of our students, whether they’re making an impact in their local community or on a bigger stage, are a constant source of pride for us, and they continue to motivate everyone who joins Access Creative College.
Student Hub will be regularly refreshed with new content between now and September, so make sure you keep visiting. Enjoy exploring, and we’re looking forward to meeting you soon!
Michael Smith
Head of Campus
Hello from Access Creative College. I’m Michael, Head of Campus here at Access Creative College Manchester, and I just want to say a huge welcome from the college and Student Hub. We’re really excited that you’ve chosen to study with us, and we can’t wait to see what you create. You’re joining an inspired community full of creativity, industry experience, and people who are here to help you succeed.
While you wait to join us in September, Student Hub is here to connect you with everything happening at Access Creative College. You’ll have access to a calendar where you can register for local events, giving you the chance to visit and get involved before your course begins.
Get ahead with our collection of free resources that will help you prepare for what’s coming. Read Alumni Stories to learn how our former students have achieved success in their creative careers, and take a look at Student Work to get a sense of the projects you’ll be working on. The accomplishments of our students, whether they’re making an impact in their local community or on a bigger stage, are a constant source of pride for us, and they continue to motivate everyone who joins Access Creative College.
Student Hub will be regularly refreshed with new content between now and September, so make sure you keep visiting. Enjoy exploring, and we’re looking forward to meeting you soon!
Michael Smith
Head of Campus
Live Performance Space
Rehearsal Rooms
Bookable Equipment
Professional Studio and Live Room
Full Equipped Classrooms
Meet our student ambassador
Jai
Hi, I am Jai. I am 16 years old, and I study Level 3 Film, Videography and Photography, and I am also in Year 1 at Access Creative College. I really enjoy this college for many reasons, such as:
Meet our student ambassador
Jai
Hi, I am Jai. I am 16 years old, and I study Level 3 Film, Videography and Photography, and I am also in Year 1 at Access Creative College. I really enjoy this college for many reasons, such as:
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Manchester
We want you to feel supported during your time with us, and we’re committed to helping you thrive. Our Learner Services Manager or Assistant Head of Support leads a team who offer a safe, confidential space where you can focus on your personal growth through one-to-one sessions or easy drop-ins — whatever works for you.
Each campus also has a number of Designated Safeguarding Leads (DSLs) to help and support you with any safety or wellbeing concerns. All staff are safeguarding trained, so you can approach anyone for advice or support. The DSLs will make sure you get the right help, whether that’s check-ins, external referrals, or signposting to useful resources, including the Hub of Hope.
Your campus-specific Designated Safeguarding Leads are listed below and are available to support you directly.
If you have any questions or concerns, you can also contact the safeguarding team by emailing safeguarding@accesscreative.ac.uk
We want you to feel supported during your time with us, and we’re committed to helping you thrive. Our Learner Services Manager or Assistant Head of Support leads a team who offer a safe, confidential space where you can focus on your personal growth through one-to-one sessions or easy drop-ins — whatever works for you.
Each campus also has a number of Designated Safeguarding Leads (DSLs) to help and support you with any safety or wellbeing concerns. All staff are safeguarding trained, so you can approach anyone for advice or support. The DSLs will make sure you get the right help, whether that’s check-ins, external referrals, or signposting to useful resources, including the Hub of Hope.
Your campus-specific Designated Safeguarding Leads are listed below and are available to support you directly.
If you have any questions or concerns, you can also contact the safeguarding team by emailing safeguarding@accesscreative.ac.uk
Tech Spotlight
Autodesk Maya
Games students in Manchester talk positively about the software they get to use, mostly Autodesk Maya, which is a professional, industry-standard 3D computer graphics software used for modelling, animation, rendering, and simulation. It is widely favoured by film studios, game developers, and VFX artists for creating high-end visual effects and complex character animations.
Interesting Fact
Jilly’s (later known as Jilly’s Rockworld) was a legendary Manchester nightclub that permanently closed in 2010. It was located at 65 Oxford Street, Manchester, M1 6EQ. Originally known as Rafters in the 1970s, the venue was renamed Jilly’s in 1983. It became a hub for the alternative music scene (rock, metal, goth, alternative) and was known for its all-nighter events on Fridays. The club was famous for its multi-room setup, allowing patrons to enjoy different music genres in separate areas, and for selling Pot Noodles at the bar during early morning hours.
