The University of Manchester welcomes people of all ages to its courses and is committed to extending opportunities to adults returning to study.
Thousands of mature students currently study for degrees or other qualifications with the University, some for career reasons, others to satisfy personal ambitions or interests.
Mature students make a vital contribution to the academic and social life of the University.
The Burlington Society is the University society for mature and postgraduate students. They have their own facilities in the Burlington Rooms, next to the John Rylands University Library.
Facilities include a bar, common room (quiet, non-smoking, with free tea and coffee facilities for members), and a vegetarian cafe.
The Society organises events and activities on Thursday and Friday evenings during term time. In addition there are smaller groups for theatre and film visits, music, football, squash and others.
The Plus 21 Group is an informal network of mature students across the University which meets once a week at lunchtime in the Burlington Rooms, as well as holding occasional evening events.
Both the Dryden Street and the Echoes nurseries provide affordable nursery care for children of University students.
Manchester Sure Start Partnership gives up-to-date information about childcare available within the Manchester City Council area. Consult the website or phone the Childrens Information Service on 0161 234 7111.
A summary of funding issues and financial support for students with children, and links to more detailed information, is available on the Directgov website.
You may also want to explore the support offered by charitable trusts, some of which specialise in support for students with children. Contact the Educational Grants Advisory Service in the first instance.
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