About The University of Manchester

The University of Manchester is one of the top universities in the UK, attracting brilliant minds from all over the world. With 200 years of rich history and turning ideas into real-life impact, our campus is buzzing with opportunities for extracurricular activities, and our courses are shaped by cutting-edge research and innovation. Plus, with a legacy of Nobel Prize winners among our staff and alumni, you'll be part of a community that values excellence. Whether you're looking to boost your employability skills or just have an amazing university experience.

The city of Manchester

The city of Manchester has a ppopulation of 560,000 - including 100,000 university students! It is well known for its science and industry, music, sport, and universities and has been voted one of the UK’s most livable cities for affordability, culture, and opportunity.

Our Courses

To explore our wide range of undergraduate courses and learn more about the student experience at Manchester you can visit Undergraduate study at The University of Manchester pages.

Undergraduate Open Days

An open day at The University of Manchester is the perfect way to come and get a feel for life at one of the UK’s largest single-site universities. Information on both in person and virtual open days can be found here.

Campus Tours

Campus tours are a great way to learn more about the University and decide if Manchester is the place for you. You’ll be guided around campus by a Student Ambassador who’ll be able to answer your questions and includes a presentation on teaching and learning and the student experience. To find out more you can click here.

Virtual Tour

There is so much for you to discover at Manchester, and we've created a host of virtual content that allows you to explore the University at a time, place and pace that suits you.

Self-guided tour

The University of Manchester app gives you the chance to take a self-guided tour of campus. In addition to the tour, you'll find student profiles and course information.

Supporting your Events

Our Schools and Colleges Liaison Team attend events in schools and colleges across the UK. We provide information, advice and guidance at higher education fairs and we deliver presentations to students, staff and parents related to higher education. These presentations can be delivered online or at your school or college and include Choosing What and Where to Study, Writing a Good Personal Statement, Student Life at Manchester and Student Finance.

Information on the events we attend and how you can request a visit and/or presentation at your school or college can be found here.

Teachers and Advisors

We recognise the crucial role that teachers and careers advisers play in ensuring school and college students have access to important information about higher education.

We offer teachers and advisers various CPD opportunities to develop skills and knowledge that can both benefit their school and college students and boost their professional development. For more information on these you can click here.

Teachers Newsletter

To find out more about developments and updates from The University of Manchester relevant to you and your students you can sign up to our newsletter for teachers and careers advisers.