Our Performing Arts students recently entertained local schools with their production of ‘The Adventures of Pinocchio’. Find out more here.
In recent years, the Bury College campus has seen investment of over £50 million.
As one of our students you can benefit from a wide range of modern facilities and resources as well as an encouraging and supportive learning environment.
Here is just a snapshot of some of our career-enhancing facilities:
A Level Centre
- State-of-the-art facilities
- Modern, purpose-built science laboratories
- A wide range of IT suites
- An extensive Learning Resource Centre
- A bistro and courtyard to enhance your student experience
- Welcoming social area
Media Suite
- State-of-the-art broadcast quality production equipment
- The latest sound, design and editing suites
- New green screen television studio
- Access to 100% professional software
Power League
- Six 5-a-side pitches
- Two 7-a-side pitches
- Exclusive daytime use of the facility during term time and Powerleague run football leagues in the evening
Work Experience Hub
- Discover our wide range of work placement opportunities
- Receive advice on career routes and support in applying for work experience placements
Sporting Facilities
- Modern sports centre
- Extensive playing fields
- Fitness suite
- Fully equipped gym
- Sports massage clinic
- Sport Science Laboratory
- Fitness Studio
Library (LRC)
- A space to work
- Books and journals for study
- Referencing support
- Academic and IT guidance
- Computers and printing
- Digital resources
Art Gallery
- Opportunity to display art and design work professionally
- 3D Art Studio
Canteens
- Canteens are situated around the campus serving hot and cold food and drinks including Costa products
- Designated social areas located throughout the college campus
- Social areas can be used for eating and drinking, socialising with friends or for quiet reading
- Student-run Bistro
Hair and Beauty Salons
- Three modern Hairdressing salons
- Four well equipped Beauty Therapy and Holistic Salons
- A retail outlet selling professional products
- Open to students, staff and the public
Engineering Facilities
- Fully Equipped Engineering Workshop
- 3D Technologies Suite
- CNC Lab
- Electrical Engineering Lab
- Electronic Engineering Lab
Science Labs
- State-of-the-art Science laboratories to carry out a wide range of practical investigations in Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Environmental Studies and vocational BTEC Science
- Fully equipped laboratories with data projectors, smart boards, demonstrations equipment and apparatus
- Highly-trained technical staff to supervise the laboratories
Jim Cartwright Theatre
- Performing arts theatre, dance and recording studio and rehearsal studio
- Purpose-built theatre for live performances