
Two dedicated apprentices working in a local nursery are proving that it’s never too late to upskill, thanks to the Early Years Level 5 Apprenticeship offered at Bury College.
Catering is a fast paced and hazardous environment, you will need to ensure you are protected and hygienic at all times. Therefore Bury College links with a top provider of safety kitchen wear.
At enrolment you will be given guidance on how to purchase the right kit for your course. Student services may be able to give you advise on possible bursary, to help with kit costs. You can contact them directly on 0161 280 8421 or student.services@burycollege.ac.uk and they will also be available during enrolment to discuss. By accessing our on-line shop, you will be taken through our ordering system. Your kit will be personalised and sent to you usually within the first term.
For existing students, we also have a top up list available for you to order individual items. Students need to have all relevant kit and equipment within 6 weeks of the course starting.
Level 1 full uniform costs approximately £100.
Compulsory shoes costs range from £29.75 to £41.95.
Details of this can be found on the order form.
Textbooks are not mandatory, but we do strongly advise for students to order one of these at a cost of £31.99. This can be found on the top up list order form.
Level 2 full uniform costs approximately £102.
Compulsory shoes costs range from £29.75 to £41.95.
Details of this can be found on the order form.
Textbooks are not mandatory, but we do strongly advise for students to order one of these at a cost of £35.00. This can be found on the top up list order form.
Level 3 full uniform costs approximately £63.00.
Details of this can be found on the order form.
Textbooks are not mandatory, but we do strongly advise for students to order one of these at a cost of £37.00. This can be found on the top up list order form.
Level 2 Certificate Ordering Form
Simply follow the instructions within the form to order your uniform.
In certain circumstances, the college can provide financial assistance for purchasing kit and/or equipment resources through the Financial Support Schemes – details of which are included in the enrolment pack. If you have any further questions regarding the financial support available, please enquire with Student Services at enrolment.
Two dedicated apprentices working in a local nursery are proving that it’s never too late to upskill, thanks to the Early Years Level 5 Apprenticeship offered at Bury College.
Our art students have brought a splash of colour and creativity to Bury Hospice with a striking new mural celebrating the spirit of the local community. Painted by students from the Foundation Diploma in Art and Design, the mural features vibrant hydrangeas and iconic Manchester Bees, symbolising unity, resilience, and the six towns of Bury. Find out more here.
Bury College had the honour of welcoming several distinguished guests from the Government and Department for Education on 20th March 2025. Read more to find out what happened on the day.
We recently lifted the lid on working in social care with an event for our Health and Social Care students. Students heard from employers in the industry about the different opportunities available and the skills that people in the industry are looking for.
On Thursday, 20th March 2025, Bury College played host to the Hair and Beauty category of the GM Skills Competition. Read more about it here.
Find out about Bury College's recent campus development, and how the college is striving to be more environmentally friendly.