• Level 3 - Coaching & Professional Development
• Level 5 - Leadership & Management
• Level 7 - Executive Development

Digital & Technology

• Level 3 - Data & Insights For Business Decisions
• Level 4 - Data Fellowship
• Level 4 - Business Transformation Fellowship
• Level 6 - Advanced Data Fellowship

Artificial Intelligence

• Level 3 - AI-Powered Productivity
• Level 4 - AI for Business Value 

• Level 4 - Diploma in Project Management
• Level 6 - Project Manager Degree

• Level 2 - Accounts or Finance Assistant
• Level 3 - Assistant Accountant
• Level 3 - Pensions Administrator
• Level 3 - Senior Financial Services Customer Adviser
• Level 3 - Insurance Practitioner
• Level 4 - Insurance Professional
• Level 4 - Professional Accounting Technician
• Level 6 - Senior Insurance Professional

• Level 3 - HR Support
• Level 5 - People Professional
• Level 7 - Senior People Professional

We typically have two cohort intakes per year.   

• Spring  
• Autum

Individual requests outside of these windows will be considered, however are not guaranteed with these training providers.   

An apprenticeship is a structured training programme that combines on-the-job experience with formal learning. It allows individuals to gain recognised qualifications while developing practical skills relevant to their role. 

As a staff member, you can access a wide range of apprenticeships aligned with your current role or future career aspirations. These include leadership, digital, technical, and operational pathways. Speak to your line manager and get in touch with the apprenticeship team apprenticeships@manchester.ac.uk to explore options that match your goals.

Yes. Many apprenticeships are designed to support upskilling within your existing role. You don’t need to change jobs to start an apprenticeship, but your role must allow you to apply the learning in practice and must be new learning.

You’ll be expected to dedicate 20% of your working hours to off-the-job learning. This may include workshops, online modules, mentoring, or project work. You’ll also be supported by a training provider and your line manager throughout the programme.

As a manager, you play a key role in supporting apprentices. This includes helping them balance learning with work responsibilities, providing feedback, and ensuring they have time for off-the-job training. Resources and guidance are available to help you manage this effectively. 

If there’s a particular Career Development apprenticeship programme that you are interested in and it’s not included here, please complete the ‘expressions of interest’ form above and a member of our apprenticeships team will contact you to discuss this further.

They are structured around a 20% off-the-job learning model, which must be carefully considered before enrolling on a programme. This commitment should be discussed and agreed with your line manager to ensure the necessary support is in place.

You’ll receive a nationally recognised qualification and may be eligible for progression to a higher-level apprenticeship or a new role. Your development doesn’t stop at completion; apprenticeships are part of a broader learning journey. 

The contract duration you have remaining must cover the full period of the apprenticeship e.g. If an apprenticeship was 48 months and your contract had 24 months you would be unable to study on an apprenticeship unless this was a longer contract period.

To qualify for an apprenticeship, you must meet the following criteria:   

• Be aged 16+ at the time of enrolment.   
• Be a UK or European Economic Area (EEA) or have lived in the UK or EEA for the past three consecutive years.   
• Not already be in full-time education at the point of enrolment.   
• Not already hold a qualification at the same level or above in the same area that you wish to study. 

For more information about visa eligibility, visit Apprenticeship Funding Rules

If a colleague decides to withdraw from their apprenticeship programme, this must first be discussed with their line manager. Once agreed, the Apprenticeship Team should be informed so we can update records and provide any necessary support.  

There are no cost implications for withdrawing from an apprenticeship. This is clearly outlined in their apprenticeship agreement.