Manchester Metropolitan University

Overview

Manchester Metropolitan University, founded in 1824, is one of the UK’s largest universities, with a diverse student body of over 34,000, including an international community from more than 130 countries. Renowned for its innovative approach to education and research, the University continually evolves to meet the needs of its varied student population. Ranked among the top 200 universities under 50 years old by the Times Higher Education Young University Rankings 2023, it demonstrates a strong commitment to academic excellence through consistent investment in teaching and research.

Located in the heart of Manchester, the University offers students access to a dynamic city celebrated for its music, arts, shopping, and sports venues, as well as the UK’s second-largest Chinatown. Manchester has been recognised as Britain’s ‘best city to live in’ (Global Liveability Survey 2019, Economist Intelligence Unit) and one of the top 10 most exciting cities globally (Time Out City Life Index 2019), providing an enriching urban experience.