Your undergraduate offer
Your journey to Manchester starts here.
Since 1824, great minds like yours have come here to challenge assumptions, create the exceptional and change the world. We can’t wait to welcome you to our student community and see how you’ll make your mark.
In the meantime, discover what makes our University and city so special and the steps you need to take to join us.
Why Manchester?
Our global reputation
We are also ranked the eighth best in Europe and sixth in the UK.
*(QS World University Rankings, 2024)
Learn from the world’s brightest minds and set yourself up for future success. You’ll benefit from our continuous investment in facilities and courses led by distinguished academics working at the forefront of their subjects.
Award-winning Careers Service
*(High Fliers Research, 2023)
Our global links, job market insight and work experience opportunities will help you prepare for an outstanding career.
Take advantage of our award-winning Careers Service (StudentCrowd, 2022) before, during and after your time at Manchester.
Find out more about your employability opportunities.
Top UK city to live in
*(The Economist’s Global Liveability Index, 2022)
The first of Britain's great modern cities, Manchester is a true original; a city that’s proud to do things differently.
Look forward to an exciting mix of sport, entertainment, art, culture, shopping and much more.
A diverse community
We're proud of our thriving, vibrant and diverse community of students and staff, with more than 44,000 students from 177 countries studying here, and 550,000 alumni worldwide.
Find out more about our offering for international students.
Making a difference
*(Times Higher Education University Impact Rankings 2023)
Social responsibility is one of our core goals and we’re committed to creating a healthier, fairer and greener world through teaching and learning, research and public engagement. With us, you’ll be empowered to make a difference to society and help shape our future.
Discover how you can get involved in socially responsible activities at Manchester.
Next steps
Congratulations on receiving your offer to study with us. We’re delighted that you’re considering Manchester. So what comes next?
- View full details of your offer and any conditions;
- Learn more about confirming your place, accepting your offer and more;
- Contact your admissions team if you have any questions about your offer.
As you begin to explore your accommodation options at Manchester, we’re here to help you every step of the way.
Our guide to accommodation provides all the information you need to choose where you’ll live while studying.
Whether you’re considering University halls of residence, commuting from home or private renting, we have you covered.
Finance shouldn’t be a barrier to your success at Manchester and we want to reassure you that support is available.
We’ve brought together all the information you need to get started with student finance, plus details of opportunities for additional funding, such as scholarships and bursaries.
We also share tools to help manage your financial wellbeing, along with guidance on how to get a part-time job.
We’re here to help make your journey to University as smooth as possible.
You can access useful resources like our revision support toolkit, along with practical guidance on getting the support you need from the start of your course, such as registering with our Disability Advisory and Support Service.
You can also hear from current students about all things Manchester and raise any questions you may have about University life.
Start making your mark today
Gain the knowledge to make a difference with our one-hour taster courses.
Discover the most pressing matters facing our future with the guidance of our academic experts, from tackling the global challenges facing humanity to understanding your role in shaping a fairer world.
Our taster courses offer a flavour of the wide range of course units you can study alongside your degree with our University College for Interdisciplinary Learning (UCIL), broadening your horizons and inspiring you to make your mark.
Discover Manchester
Get to know Manchester
Head over to YouTube to hear from our students and get a feel for student life at The University of Manchester.
Chat to our students
Our friendly student ambassadors are online and ready to chat, share tips or answer any questions you might have about living and studying at Manchester.
Join us on TikTok
Stay in the know and up to date on all things Manchester with our students' ‘day in the life’ clips, hints and tips, and much more on TikTok.
