This is your future
Undergraduate prospectus
Ready to take on the future?
At Manchester, we’ve always been about pushing forward. Since 1824, great minds have come here to challenge assumptions, create the exceptional and change the world.
Explore our online prospectus to discover how you can make your mark at Manchester.
We’re the only university to be ranked in the top ten for six years running for our social and environmental impact (Times Higher Education Impact Rankings 2024) and as a student here, you’ll find opportunities to tackle the biggest challenges facing our planet and create a better future.
10th best university
in Europe
(QS World University Rankings, 2025)
Second most targeted university by top graduate employers
(The Graduate Market in 2024, High Fliers Research)
Applying to Manchester
Before you apply
Applications for 2025 entry are open.
Applications for 2026 entry open in May 2025.
Use our checklist to help you prepare your application for a place at our University.
Application checklist
- Register for one of our undergraduate open days
- Home students – check entry requirements
- International students – check country-specific information for entry and English language requirements
- Make a note of application closing dates for your course
- Learn more about fees and funding
Support for under-represented groups
We believe that all students with the potential to benefit from a university education should be able to access Manchester.
We have a range of programmes and support for students who need it the most. View one of our application guides to start your journey:
- Care experienced students (PDF document, 320KB)
- Estranged students (PDF document, 320KB)
- Refugees and asylum seekers (PDF document, 304KB)
How to choose your course
Choosing your undergraduate course is a big but exciting decision.
When searching for a course, it’s important to remember that there are lots of reasons to study a certain subject – the right fit for one person may not be the best for another.
Some things to consider are:
- What subjects do you enjoy?
- What are your talents and special skills?
- Is there a career path you would like to follow?
- What issues do you feel passionate about solving?
Your future career
As a Manchester student, you’ll get plenty of opportunities to boost your employability and set yourself up for the future.
Our University is the second most targeted university by the UK's top 100 recruiters, according to a report compiles by High Fliers Research.
The Graduate Market in 2024 report is the largest and most authoritative annual careers survey of final year students at the UK's thirty leading universities.
The Careers Service has programmes and services to help you prepare for a successful career:
Hear from students talking about part-time work Unibuddy blog about finding a job after university
Connect with us
Stay connected
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Open days
Our in-person open days give you the chance to visit campus and attend a range of talks about accommodation, finance and life as a Manchester student.
Chat to students
Our students are online and ready to share what life at Manchester is really like.
Scholarships and funding
Support from the University
If you're worried about university costs, we can help you fund travel, tuition fees, IT equipment costs, and more.
We have a range of bursaries, scholarships and support funds available for UK students who need extra support.
Funding for international students
We know that finance is a key consideration for international students when choosing to study at university in the UK.
Explore our international funding guidance for advice on:
