Want to study with us?
Looking to improve your existing skills, develop your confidence, gain qualifications or learn something completely new? Whatever your reason for choosing an adult education course, find out how you can shape your future with the learning opportunities available at Manchester Adult Education.
If you would like to find out what courses are available at each of our centres, you can now use our new Where can I learn? web page which lists out the courses delivered from each individual centre.
Our application process
When you have found a course that you would like to study, applying couldn’t be easier. We’ve broken it down into four easy steps to help you understand the process:
- Step 1: Select your preferred centre from the below list - However, we'd like to point out that the centre that you book an appointment for isn't necessarily the centre you will study at, because assessment and enrolment appointments may only be available at selected centres.
- Step 2: Create an account using your email address and password. If you’re an existing MAES learner, you can log in using your username and password. Follow the Forgot Password link if you have forgotten these details.
- Step 3: Complete the enquiry form with your contact information and details of the subject(s) you wish to study. It’s essential that you provide us with a valid email address so that we can contact you regarding any important updates.
- Step 4: Book an appointment from the list of dates provided. At your appointment, you’ll meet our tutors, complete an initial assessment, and enrol on to a course.
If you’re looking to join a community interpreting course or study ESOL, you will need to apply and enrol using an alternative method. Please click on the buttons below and complete the enquiry forms for these specific subject areas:
September appointments
September is our main enrolment period for our courses. In the table to the right you’ll find details of when appointments are available.
| September Enrolment 2024/25 | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dates | Tuesday 3 September - Thursday 12 September | Dates | Thursday 5 September and Thursday 12 September | Dates | Thursday 5 September and Thursday 12 September |
| Times | 9:30am-3:30pm | Times | 9:30am-3:30pm | Times | 9:30am and 1:30pm only |
| Centres | Abraham Moss Forum Learning Greenheys Longsight Withington | Centres | Gorton Hub | Centres | Newton Heath Library |
Evening appointments
We also have a small number of evening appointments (5:30pm-7:30pm) available at the centres and dates mentioned below:
- Forum Learning: Tuesday 3 September and Tuesday 10 September
- Abraham Moss and Greenheys Adult Learning Centres: Wednesday 4 September and Wednesday 11 September
Select your centre to begin...
Sometimes, assessment and enrolment appointments may only be available at selected centres. However, we’d like to point out that the centre that you book an appointment for isn’t necessarily the centre you will study at so you can book an appointment for any as long as it’s convenient for you!
Your course details, including location, will be confirmed by the tutor once you are placed on to a course.
Need help with your application?
If you need help setting up an account or booking an appointment, call one of the centres on the contact numbers listed below or drop in to one of our adult learning centres and our business support team will be able to help you.
- Abraham Moss Adult Learning Centre – 0161 219 6735 (Contact for Newton Heath Library)
- Greenheys Adult Learning Centre – 0161 254 7314
- Longsight Library and Learning Centre – 0161 227 3711 (Contact for Gorton Hub)
- Withington Adult Learning Centre – 0161 234 5687
- Forum Learning Centre – 0161 935 4080
Frequently Asked Questions
Below you’ll find some answers to some frequently asked questions about applying and enrolling on to one of our courses.
If you’re struggling to create an account on our website we may be able to help do this on your behalf.
Our Business Support team can be contacted by phone on the numbers listed below or via email at maes.info@manchester.gov.uk.
- Abraham Moss Adult Learning Centre – 0161 219 6735 (Contact for Newton Heath Library)
- Greenheys Adult Learning Centre – 0161 254 7314
- Longsight Library and Learning Centre – 0161 227 3711 (Contact for Gorton Hub)
- Withington Adult Learning Centre – 0161 234 5687
- Forum Learning Centre – 0161 935 4080
Yes – it is advised that you book an appointment in advance to see one of our tutors.
From Tuesday 3rd – Thursday 12th September, we will have tutors on hand at all of our adult learning centres who may be able to deal with walk ins but it is not guaranteed that they will be able to see you on the day due to the volume of pre-booked appointments.
At your appointment, you’ll meet a tutor from the subject area that you wish to study. They’ll carry out an initial assessment to make sure that you join a course at a suitable level for you. Once you have completed your assessment and our tutors have been able to check your eligibility, they will look to enrol you on to a course and provide you with the course details.
Appointments generally take around one hour per subject area. So if for example, you wish to join more than one course i.e. Functional Skills English and Digital Skills for Beginners, this appointment could take up to two hours.
When attending a pre-booked appointment at an Manchester Adult Education Adult Learning Centre, you will need to bring the following eligibility documents with you:
- Photo ID.
- Proof of your address.
- Proof of UK residency (if you’ve lived in the UK for less than three years).
- Your National Insurance number.
- Proof of any benefits you receive.
- Certificates for any qualifications you hold i.e. English or maths.
You will receive email confirmation and reminders of your appointment. If you’re unable to attend, we ask that you let us know as soon as possible. You can contact our Business Support team on the numbers listed below who can help with rescheduling or managing your appointment.
- Abraham Moss Adult Learning Centre – 0161 219 6735 (Contact for Newton Heath Library)
- Greenheys Adult Learning Centre – 0161 254 7314
- Longsight Library and Learning Centre – 0161 227 3711 (Contact for Gorton Hub)
- Withington Adult Learning Centre – 0161 234 5687
- Forum Learning Centre – 0161 935 4080
If we can’t place you because your chosen course is full, you will be put on a waiting list and contacted by our team as soon as a place becomes available. Alternatively, we will advise you of any future start dates that may be applicable to the course you wish to take and contact you once the start date is near.
If you’re unable to join a course due to ineligibility, we’re unfortunately unable to rectify this, but we would encourage you to re-apply in the future if your circumstances change.
The majority of our courses are free, but if you are required to pay for your course you will have to do this by visiting one of our adult learning centres to make payment.
Payment can be made in full or in instalments and you can discuss this with our team at your enrolment.
Payment can be made via Mastercard or Visa debit/credit card.
You may also be able to get financial support for your course. Please check out the details on our fees and funding web page for more information.
