Study in Manchester

Known as the birthplace of the Industrial Revolution, Manchester is one of the most dynamic and cosmopolitan cities in the UK, with a unique character all of its own. Manchester welcomes students to its world-class universities with its fine traditions of culture, music, sport and top class events. Its vitality is expressed through its fascinating history, interactive attractions, magnificent architecture and most of all, the spirit of its people - ensuring that studying in Manchester will be an experience you'll never forget.

Greater Manchester has four universities: The University of Manchester, Manchester Metropolitan University, The University of Salford and The University of Bolton, three of which feature in the QS World University Rankings® 2021. Manchester is 29th in the QS Best Student Cities Rankings® as a result of the quality of the education and the lifestyle on offer.

With over 99,000 students attending the four universities, Manchester is a welcoming place that is perfectly setup to cater for academic life: an energetic and diverse city, state-of-the-art facilities and campuses and world-wide connectivity.

Find out why you should study in Manchester, what the four Greater Manchester Universities have to offer and practical information about studying in Manchester. We have information on student accommodation in Manchester including university managed and private student accommodation. We also list open days and career fairs from the universities in Greater Manchester.