Build skills, boost confidence and be work-ready with Bury College adult courses

Bury College’s new adult course guide is now available!

Whether you’re aiming to build skills, boost your confidence or become work-ready, the latest guide is packed with opportunities to help you achieve your goals.

Diverse courses with flexible starts

Bury College’s adult courses have been designed to build your knowledge whilst fitting around your lifestyle. They begin at different points throughout the year and are available across a variety of subject areas, including:

Access Courses (an alternative route into degree-level study)
Accounting and Finance
Catering, Retail and Hospitality
Childcare and Teaching
Community Interpreting
Computing and Digital
Counselling
Hair, Beauty and Barbering
Health and Social Care
Sport, Fitness and Coaching

What learners say

Janet and Matthew, adult learners who have each completed an adult course at Bury College, share their experiences below:

Janet Otache

“I wanted to study this course to give me some insights into how to support a person with Autism. It was a really helpful course with welcoming staff who supported me all the way through, even when I struggled.”

Course: Introduction to Autistic Spectrum Condition Level 1

Matthew Thompson

“I have enjoyed the course and gained the experience I need to start pursuing a career in the industry.”

Course: Planning and Delivering Personal Training Level 3 Certificate

Support for adult learners

Bury College offers adult learners a dedicated learning centre and access to specialist facilities, including a well-resourced library and welcoming social space with a quiet study area.

Financial support is also available for eligible candidates. This includes the opportunity to study for free, as well as receive assistance with travel, childcare and course materials.

For more information about the support available for adult learners at Bury College, read our support for adult learners page.