Stockport College is a medium-sized educational institute in Stockport, Greater Manchester, England, providing further education and higher education to those aged 16 and over.[1] It provides educational opportunities for the community including school leavers, adults, and businesses.
The college has academic and vocational courses from pre-GCSE to degree level. It is a major provider of post-16 education and training in Stockport and a key regional and national centre for a range of specialist courses.
The College's University Centre is committed to providing a high quality student experience. Externally published performance metrics show that more learners are continuing and achieving with the Higher Education provision than the national average. Alongside this, over 97% are in employment or further study 6-months after completion of their studies (DLHE 2016 survey)[2]
Amongst it's facilities the College has a theatre where drama and performing arts is taught; it is named the Peter Barkworth Theatre after the English film and television actor Peter Barkworth.[3]
Under the new merger with Trafford College, Lesley Davies OBE is the new Principal and Chief Executive of the Trafford College Group (see 'Trafford College Group'). James Scott is the current Stockport College campus Principal.
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