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Manchester holds firm as a global leader in QS World University Rankings

Manchester ranks 35th globally and 7th in the UK, highlighting its world-class teaching, research strength and societal impact.

Times Higher Education Impact Rankings 2025 results in roundels - numbers over map graphics.

University ranked number one for positive social and environmental impact

We're the only university in the world to rank in the top ten in all seven years of the Times Higher Education Impact Rankings.

Pep Guardiola receiving honorary degree from The University of Manchester

Pep Guardiola awarded honorary degree

Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola has been awarded an honorary degree, recognising his extraordinary contribution to the city over nine years on and off the pitch.

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Manchester and Cambridge innovation partnership awarded £4.8 million

The UK’s first cross-UK innovation partnership has received funding from Research England to accelerate inclusive growth and innovation collaboration.

Universally Manchester Festival graphic 2025.

Universally Manchester Festival 2025

The University’s free Universally Manchester Festival on 14 June offers a day of science, creativity and performances for all ages on its Oxford Road campus.

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Festival of Business to mark 60 years of AMBS

To mark its 60th anniversary, Alliance Manchester Business School (AMBS) is bringing back its Festival of Business, expanding on the success of last year’s event.

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Manchester in top five universities for industry funding

The University is fifth in the UK for industry research funding, according to HESA Higher Education Income data.

European Museum of the Year Awards 2025

Manchester Museum named European Museum of the Year 2025

Manchester Museum has been recognised as one of Europe’s leading museums after winning the European Museum of the Year Award (EMYA) 2025.

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Jodrell Bank — Jodrell Bank

Our Jodrell Bank Observatory (a UNESCO World Heritage Site) is home to the giant Lovell Telescope.

John Ryland's Library — The John Rylands Research Institute and Library

Our Grade I-listed, neo-Gothic library houses the University's Special Collections.

Manchester Museum — Manchester Museum

With dinosaur skeletons and mummies from Ancient Egypt, Manchester Museum's collection of more than 4 million objects spans millennia.

The city of Manchester

Outdoor view of the building — The Whitworth

Our art gallery is home to more than 55,000 works of art, ranging from textiles to some of the most famous British watercolours.

Awards and accreditations

Platinum Watermark

This award recognises our excellence in delivering and supporting public engagement.

Race Equality Charter

We have a Race Equality Charter Silver Award through AdvanceHE for excellence in advancing racial equality in higher education.

Living Wage Foundation

We are proud to be accredited for our commitment to paying our people a real living wage.

Athena Swan Charter

We're committed to developing the careers of women in science, technology, engineering, mathematics and medicine.

Gold-awarded LGBTQ+ inclusive employer

We're proud to be a gold-awarded LGBTQ+ inclusive employer.

Disability Confident Leader

This symbol recognises our commitment to the recruitment, retention and career development of disabled people.

University of Sanctuary

We're committed to creating a welcoming and safe place for refugees and asylum seekers.

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