University of Manchester

About 

University of Manchester provides a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate courses. According to the 2021 Academic Ranking of the World Universities, they are the 25th best university across the globe, the 9th best in Europe and the 5th best in the UK. Their pioneering taught courses draw on their strong links and world-leading research to global industry. They are committed to helping students develop the skills they need and exposing them to experiences that will set them apart in the jobs market. They work across disciplines and beyond the university, connecting the brightest minds to discover innovative solutions to the world’s most significant challenges.  

This research feeds directly into their courses, giving students the power to achieve their ambitions in their career journey. The university itself is large yet compact to provide you with the best of both worlds –a tightknit campus community and city life. The campus occupies a large area nearby the city centre and is dominated by grand Victorian buildings. It does also have landscaped gardens, quiet corners, common rooms and cafes where you can relax and spend time with your friends too. Everything you need is within walking distance; the campus has a village feel. There is also a free bus service if you plan on going further afield. Studying here, you will have access to one of the best resourced academic libraries and IT facilities in the country.  

Postgraduate Programs They Run 

University of Manchester provides a range of postgraduate programs across finance, biomedical sciences, chemistry, architecture, art, environmental studies and more. Their programs offer awards such as Doctor of Philosophy (PhD), Master of Science (MSc), Doctor of Medicine (MD), Master of Surgery (ChM) and more. These courses can be studied full-time or part-time also to accommodate work.  

Admissions Process 

UK based undergraduates must apply for courses at University of Manchester by completing and sending a filled out UCAS online form. It is important to ensure you include the correct institution and course codes in your application. After the application has been sent, University of Manchester will communicate directly with you about the status of your application.  

They may email or phone you to invite you for an interview or offer you a place. International applicants can also apply via UCAS but they must meet the entry requirements and have a specified level of ability in English language. Postgraduate students can apply by submitting the online application form for the specific course on the University of Manchester website. The university will then be in touch regarding the status of your application. 

Accommodation 

University of Manchester has a wide range of university accommodation which means there is something to suit everyone. From modern and traditional to self-catered and catered, there are tonnes of options. All new full-time undergraduate students who are coming to university alone, are applying for a full academic session, are studying for their first degree and have submitted an application for accommodation will be offered university accommodation. Exchange students will also be offered accommodation.  

The University of Manchester offers postgraduate only halls as well as mixed postgraduate and undergraduate halls. The postgraduate only halls are located in the City and Fallowfield campus and range from shared bathroom accommodation to single-room, family and partner accommodation, containing one, two and a few three-bedroom self-contained flats. The mixed halls are Ashburne Hall, Hulme Hall, Oak House, Weston Hall, Whitworth Park and Woolton Hall. You can apply for accommodation on the University of Manchester’s accommodation website here.  

Scholarships and Financial Support 

University of Manchester offer student finance options to help you in paying your university fees and the cost of living in Manchester. Students can receive bursaries of up to £2,000 per year. The University of Manchester also offers some scholarships to international students, in particular, the Global Futures Scholarship. The awards total £500,000 to international students looking to study at University of Manchester.  

Another scholarship opportunity available to international students is the GREAT scholarships which are jointly funded by the university with the UK government’s GREAT Britain campaign and the British Council. They are offering £10,000 towards tuition fees for one-year master’s programmes in certain subject areas to students from Nigeria and India.  

Contact Info 

For general enquiries, contact University of Manchester via phone – +44 (0) 161 275 2077 or by email – study@manchester.ac.uk