Study | The University of Manchester Study Join our world-leading university and experience student life in one of the UK’s most diverse and vibrant cities. Studying at Manchester International students Explore essential resources and support for international study. Find out more - information for international students Accommodation With 24 halls across three unique campuses, you can choose the room option that best suits you. See the accommodation Student life Dive into life at Manchester through our current student voices and experience. Explore more - student life Open days Join us in-person or online and discover what sets us apart. Upcoming dates for open days Virtual Manchester Get a feel for the campus and facilities with our virtual tours and self-guided campus app. Explore the campus - virtual Manchester Get ready Already decided Manchester’s for you? Get ready to join us. Discover more - get ready for Manchester Why Manchester? Our global reputation We are also ranked the 11th best in Europe and 7th in the UK. *(QS World University Rankings, 2026) 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. Discover more about our University rankings Award-winning Careers Service *( The Graduate Market in 2026, High Fliers Research) 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. 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. Get to know the city of Manchester 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 Impact Rankings 2025 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. Admissions information Policies, procedures and payments Key information for when you apply to study or need to make a payment to the University: Making a payment Student terms and conditions Tuition fee status Privacy notice