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University of Manchester

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Overview

Founded in 1824, the University of Manchester is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the urban setting of the large city of Manchester (population range of 500,000-1,000,000 inhabitants), North West England. Officially recognized/chartered by the Privy Council, University of Manchester is a very large-sized (uniRank enrollment range: 35,000-39,999 students) coeducational UK higher education institution. University of Manchester offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as pre-bachelor's degrees (i.e. certificates, diplomas, associate or foundation), bachelor's degrees, master's degrees and doctorate degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study table below for further details. This 200-year-old UK higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on students' past academic records and grades. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment. University of Manchester also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, sports facilities, financial aids and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, online courses and distance learning opportunities, as well as administrative services.

University Snapshot

Control

University of Manchester's Control Typepublic

Entity

University of Manchester's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

University of Manchester' Size by Total Enrollmentvery large-sized

Selectivity

University of Manchester's Selectivity by Acceptance Ratenot reported

University Identity

Name
Acronym
Founded 1824 Merger between the Victoria University of Manchester and the University of Manchester Institute of Science and Technology (UMIST)
Motto Cognitio, sapientia, hvmanitas
Knowledge, wisdom, humanity
Colours Blue, gold and purple
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University Location

Address Oxford Road
Manchester
M13 9PL North West England
United Kingdom
University of Manchester's location map and satellite view Location Map and Satellite View
University of Manchester Phone Number +44 (161) 306 6000
University of Manchester Fax Number +44

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Fields of Study / Degree Levels

Introduction

What is the difference between comprehensive/generalist and specialized universities in terms of the range of fields of study they offer, degree levels available and academic and carreer paths pros and cons? Read our guide article about generalist and specialized universities to learn more.


Fields of Study and Degree Levels Matrix

The following University of Manchester's Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix is divided into 6 main fields of study and 4 levels of degrees, from the lowest undergraduate degree to the highest postgraduate degree. This matrix aims to help quickly identify University of Manchester's academic range and degree level offering.



University of Manchester: Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix
PreBach
degrees		 Bachelor
degrees		 Master
degrees		 Doctoral
degrees

 
 
 
 
A&H
L&C
B&S
M&H
S&T
Eng

Notice: please contact or visit the university website for detailed information on University of Manchester's areas of study and degree levels currently offered; the above matrix may not be complete or up-to-date.

Programs and Courses

Courses and Programs

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Tuition Fees

Introduction

Yearly tuition fees refers to the amount of money that a student is charged by a University for one academic year of full-time study. Read our guide article about tuition fees and financial aid options to learn more.


Yearly Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This University of Manchester's Tuition Fees Range Matrix is divided into 2 types of students, local and international students, and 2 degree levels, undergraduate and postgraduate degrees, and aims to help students to have an approximate idea of the yearly tuition range they might expect to pay at University of Manchester.

University of Manchester: Tuition Fees Range Matrix
Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students		 12,500-14,999 US$
(11,390-13,670 Euro)		 over 20,000 US$
(18,225 Euro)
International
students		 over 20,000 US$
(18,225 Euro)		 over 20,000 US$
(18,225 Euro)

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Notice: please contact the university's Admission Office for detailed information on University of Manchester's yearly tuition fees which apply to your specific situation and study interest; tuition fees may vary by program, citizenship/residency, study mode (i.e. face to face or online, part time or full time), as well as other factors. The above matrix is indicative only and may not be up-to-date.

Admissions

Introduction

Applying for admission is the first step towards achieving students' academic and career goals and accessing the many opportunities and resources that a university has to offer. Read our "Introduction to University Admissions" article to learn more.


Admission Information

uniRank publishes below some basic University of Manchester's admission information.

University of Manchester's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

This institution admits Men and Women (coed).


University of Manchester's Admission Selection Admission Selection

Has University of Manchester a selective admission policy? Yes, based on students' past academic records and grades.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

University of Manchester's acceptance rate range is not reported.


University of Manchester's International Students Admission International Students Admission

International students are welcome to apply for admission at this institution.

University of Manchester has more than 16200 international students.

University of Manchester's Admission Office Admission Office

Oxford Raod
Manchester M13 9PL
(161) 275 2077


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Notice: admission policy and acceptance rate may vary by areas of study, degree level, student nationality or residence and other criteria. Please contact University of Manchester's Admission Office for detailed information on their admission selection policy and acceptance rate; the above information may not be complete or up-to-date.

Size and Profile

Introduction

University size and profile can be important factors to consider when choosing a university. Here are some potential reasons why University size and profile can affect students when choosing a university.


Size and Profile

uniRank publishes below some major size and profile indicators for University of Manchester.

University of Manchester's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

University of Manchester has an enrollment range of 35,000-39,999 students making it a very large-sized institution.


University of Manchester's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

This institution has a range of 2,500-2,999 academic employees (Faculty).


University of Manchester's Control Type Control Type

University of Manchester is a public higher education institution.


University of Manchester's Entity Type Entity Type

University of Manchester is a non-profit higher education institution.


University of Manchester's Campus Setting Campus Setting

This institution's main campus is located in a Urban setting.


University of Manchester's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

This institution adopts a Semesters type of academic calendar.


Religious Affiliation

University of Manchester does not have any religious affiliation.


Facilities and Services

Introduction

What are the most common University facilities and services? Read our two guide articles about University Facilities and University Services to learn more.


University Facilities

uniRank provides below an overview of University of Manchester's main facilities:


University of Manchester's Library University Library

This institution has a physical Library. Visit University of Manchester's Library


University of Manchester's Housing University Housing

This institution provides housing services such as on-campus residences or dormitories.


University of Manchester's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

This institution features sporting facilities and organizes sports activities for its students.


University of Manchester's Institutional Hospital Institutional Hospital

This institution has an institutional hospital that is owned and operated by the university. Institutional hospitals are typically affiliated with medical schools and provide a range of medical services to patients, while also serving as a teaching hospital for medical students and residents.


University Services

uniRank provides below an overview of University of Manchester's main services:


University of Manchester's Financial Aid Financial Aid

This institution offers one or more of the following financial aid for eligible students: scholarships, grants, loans, tuition waivers, emergency financial aid etc.

University of Manchester's Study Abroad Study Abroad

This institution offers study abroad and exchange program opportunities for its students.

University of Manchester's Distance Learning Distance Learning

This institution provides a distance learning mode for certain programs or courses.


University of Manchester's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

This institution offers students academic guidance and support to assist them in their academic pursuits.

University of Manchester's Career Services Career Services

This institution offers career counseling, career assessments, job and internship postings, career events, alumni networking or other career-related services to assist students transition successfully from academic life to professional life.


Notice: please contact or visit the university website for detailed information on University of Manchester's facilities and services; the information above is indicative only and may not be complete or up-to-date.

Recognition and Accreditation

Introduction

There are different types of legal recognition and quality assessment of higher education institutions around the world, depending on the country and its legal and higher education system... read our article about university accreditation and recognition to learn more.


University of Manchester's Recognition or Accreditation Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

University of Manchester is legally recognized and/or institutionally accredited by: Privy Council

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation

1903


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important University of Manchester's programmatic accreditations; feel free to submit any relevant missing specialized accreditations.

  • Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA)
  • Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB International)
  • Bar Standards Board (BSB)
  • BCS, the Chartered Institute for IT
  • British Psychological Society (BPS)
  • Chartered Institute of Architectural Technologists (CIAT)
  • Chartered Institute of Building (CIOB)
  • Chartered Institute of Ecology and Environmental Management (CIEEM)
  • Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport (CILT)
  • Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA)
  • Chartered Institute of Marketing (CIM)
  • Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (CIPD)
  • Chartered Institution of Highways and Transportation (CIHT)
  • Chartered Insurance Institute (CII)
  • Chartered Management Institute (CMI)
  • Chartered Society of Physiotherapy (CSP)
  • CPA Australia
  • European Foundation for Management Development (EFMD-EQUIS)
  • General Medical Council (GMC)
  • General Optical Council (GOC)
  • General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC)
  • Institute and Faculty of Actuaries (IFA)
  • Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales (ICAEW)
  • Institute of Marine Engineering, Science and Technology (IMarEST)
  • Institute of Materials, Minerals and Mining (IOM3)
  • Institute of Mathematics and its Applications (IMA)
  • Institute of Physics (IOP)
  • Institution of Chemical Engineers (IChemE)
  • Institution of Civil Engineers (ICE)
  • Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET)
  • Institution of Environmental Sciences (IES)
  • Institution of Mechanical Engineers (IMechE)
  • Institution of Structural Engineers (IStructE)
  • National School of Health Care Science
  • Royal Aeronautical Society (RAeS)
  • Royal College of Occupational Therapists (RCOT)
  • Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS)
  • Royal Society of Biology (RSB)
  • Royal Society of Chemistry (RSC)
  • Royal Statistical Society (RSS)
  • Royal Town Planning Institute (RTPI)
  • Society of Sports Therapists (SST)


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Important: the above section is intended to include only those reputable organizations (e.g. Ministries or Departments of Higher Education) that have the legal authority to officially charter, license, register or, more generally, recognize University of Manchester as a whole (institutional legal recognition), accredit the institution as a whole (institutional accreditation) or accredit its specific programs/courses (programmatic accreditation).

Memberships and Affiliations

Introduction

University memberships and affiliations to external organizations can be important for several reasons... read our article about university affiliations and memberships to learn more.


Affiliations and Memberships

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important University of Manchester's affiliations and memberships; feel free to submit any relevant missing higher education-related organizations this university is affiliated with.

  • European University Association (EUA)
  • N8 Research Partnership
  • Russell Group
  • Universities UK
  • North West Universities Association (NWUA)

Academic Structure

Introduction

Academic divisions can provide valuable insights into the range of fields of study and disciplines a University focuses on and the institution's level of specialization. Comprehensive or Generalist Universities typically offer a wide range of academic programs and have many academic divisions and subdivisions across different disciplines, while Specialized Universities tend to focus on a narrower range of programs within a specific field or industry and have fewer academic divisions and a simplified organizational structure. Read our guide article "Understanding Academic Divisions in Universities - Colleges, Faculties, Schools" to learn more about academic divisions and typical university organizational structures.


Academic Structure

uniRank shows a structural diagram of the first-level academic divisions of the University of Manchester 's organizational structure; feel free to submit any relevant missing division.


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Social Media

Introduction

Social media can be a powerful tool for Universities to communicate with current students, alumni, faculty, staff and the wider community. But how can social media be important for prospective students? Read our article about the importance of Social Media for universities and prospective students to learn more.


Social Media

uniRank publishes brief reviews, rankings and metrics of some University of Manchester's social media channels as a starting point for comparison and an additional selection tool for potential applicants.


Facebook Facebook

University of Manchester's Facebook page University of Manchester's official Facebook page

Twitter X (Twitter)

University of Manchester's X (formerly Twitter) page University of Manchester's official Twitter page

YouTube YouTube

University of Manchester's YouTube channel University of Manchester's official YouTube channel

Instagram Instagram

University of Manchester's Instagram page University of Manchester's official Instagram channel

LinkedIn LinkedIn

University of Manchester's main LinkedIn profile

TikTok TikTok

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Free Online Courses

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University of Manchester's Wikipedia article

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