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Manchester Metropolitan University
Manchester Metropolitan University (Manchester Met) is a historic and internationally recognised institution that dates back to 1824. Known for the quality of its teaching, it is also ranked as one of the top 60 universities in the UK*.
The University, which is located in the heart of Manchester’s city centre, is home to a diverse community of more than 4,000 international students from over 100 countries. International students are offered comprehensive support throughout their journey at Manchester Met, including advice on employability skills, careers, accommodation, and immigration.
Studying at Manchester Met
Students are able to choose from a wide range of postgraduate courses across a variety of subject areas. There are impressive facilities such as lecture theatres, seminar rooms, and study zones fitted with the latest technology and specialist equipment. Explore the campus through a virtual tour here.
Over £400m is currently being invested into the University through a programme to enhance the teaching and research facilities, buildings, and public spaces, including the opening of the Institute of Sport, as well as the School of Digital Arts (SODA).
Research
Manchester Metropolitan conducts research in fields that are actively shaping the world, both now and in the future. Ninety percent of the University’s research impact is ‘world-leading’ or ‘internationally excellent’ (REF2021), which is a testament to the quality of the research that it conducts. For example, the Manchester Fuel Cell Innovation Centre is leading the development of clean energy and in Art and Design, they are second in the UK for the power of their research.
Find out about the scale, depth, and ambition of their research and how they are making a global impact by visiting the dedicated page on their website here.
Living in Manchester
The University’s campus is conveniently located close to the city’s many world-renowned music, sports and cultural venues, as well as the second-largest Chinatown in Britain.
Manchester is the UK’s best city to live in** and has been ranked as the third best student city in the country***. It is one of the most affordable cities for students¶ in the UK and has one of the largest student populations in Europe – home to 90,000 students, including 19,000 international students¶¶.
Supporting future careers
Manchester Met aims to mould students into highly employable and successful individuals, with frequent employability events held – from advice workshops and networking opportunities to guest speakers and career fairs. It also has industry links with many global companies, including IBM, Bentley Motors, Bosch, Nike, Walt Disney, L’Oreal, Lloyds Banking Group, and many more.
Students are able to benefit from extensive employment support, including careers advice for international students, CV checking, and interview preparation. The support continues even after graduation, as all students also gain lifelong access to a digital careers service.
Student support
International students are supported throughout their journey to Manchester Met by the University’s knowledgeable and friendly International Office. The team are there to help with queries that students have before leaving their home countries.
The University also provides support to students once they join, such as free English language classes and help from Academic and Study Skills Tutors.
The University’s Student Hub offers a comprehensive information service on all student-related matters. It can refer students for specialist support on student living, studying and finance, as well as immigration and welfare. This service can be accessed digitally, by telephone or by visiting Manchester Met’s Student Hubs on campus.
In addition, Manchester Met also has a confidential Counselling, Mental Health and Wellbeing Service that can provide guidance through one-to-one sessions or group workshops. These include on relaxation, stress management and confidence building.
Funding and scholarships
Manchester Met is also committed to recognising high-achieving international students and offers a comprehensive range of scholarships. Find out more here. T&C’s apply.
Join our mailing list
Join our international student mailing list to keep up-to-date with important information about studying at Manchester Met. Find more information here.
* The Complete University Guide 2023
** Global Liveability Survey 2022
*** QS Best Student Cities 2023
¶ UniFresher 2023
¶¶ The Complete University Guide
Departments
- Art
- Childhood, Youth and Education Studies
- Clothing Design and Technology
- Department of Art and Performance
- Department of Computing and Mathematics
- Department of Engineering
- Department of Life Sciences
- Department of Natural Sciences
- Department of Sport and Exercise Sciences
- Dept of Design
- Design
- English
- Finance and Economics
- Health Professions
- History
- Information Technology and Communications
- Languages, Information and Communications
- Manchester Institute for Research and Innovation in Art and Design (MIRIAD)
- Manchester Law School
- Manchester School of Architecture
- Marketing, International Business and Tourism
- Nursing
- Operations Technology Events and Hospitality Mgmt
- People and Performance
- PGCE courses
- Politics, Philosophy and Public Services
- Psychology
- School of Digital Arts
- School of Health, Psychology and Social Care
- Social Work and Social change
- Sociology and Criminology
- Strategy Enterprise and Sustainability
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