A new feature showcasing the University of Manchester’s civic mission and global ambition has been published in the Manchester Evening News, accompanied by a short film featuring the University’s President and Vice-Chancellor, Professor Duncan Ivison. Titled From...
The Manchester Access Programme (MAP) first came to life in 2006, making it one of the earliest examples of a university widening access initiative of its kind. At that time, the University of Manchester recognised a difficult reality: talented students from less...
A team of researchers at The University of Manchester has been awarded UKRI funding for a pioneering interdisciplinary project examining how communities experience and understand air pollution in everyday life. The project forms part of a wider UKRI investment into...
Libraries are places where books move and people meet, past and present, real and imagined. That’s how great stories begin. Inspired by The Forgotten Library exhibition at The John Rylands Library, our Books That Matter event on 12 June invites you to take part in a...
The University is pleased to announce the 14 students selected for Team Rwanda 2026, our flagship international student volunteering project. Narrowing 84 applicants down to just 14 team members was no easy task, with an exceptionally strong and competitive pool of...
This year, the Volunteering and Awards Team and the Information and Guidance (IAG) Team from Alliance Manchester Business School (AMBS) at the University delivered the second year of the Great AMBS Fundraiser. Open to first- and second-year AMBS students, the...
Professor Duncan Ivison, President and Vice Chancellor, invites you all to come along, be curious and join in the fun. Join us on Saturday, 13 June 2026, 11am – 4:30pm for a day of curiosity, inspiration and play. As part of the University's ongoing civic commitment...
Celebrate Summer with our FREE sing and sign-along event. Sing classic, feel-good songs, in a relaxed setting. Open to everybody, the Manchester University Music Society will host this inclusive, 50-minute musical treat. Date: Friday 12 June 2026 Time: 11.00-11.50am...
On 6 May we hosted our annual Making a Difference Awards ceremony to recognise and celebrate the inspiring social responsibility achievements of our colleagues, students, alumni and external partners. Our social responsibility activity spans right across the...
A new report published this week by the Centre for Economic Performance (CEP) at the London School of Economics has reinforced the vital role of Greater Manchester’s Universities in supporting productivity, skills and inclusive growth. The report, Hive of Talent: What...
Manchester City of Literature has announced the full programme for the upcoming Festival of Libraries 2026, which will take place in libraries across Greater Manchester from 10-14 June. The award-winning festival, which is supported by Arts Council England, features a...
Manchester Museum has been confirmed as the most visited attraction in Greater Manchester for the third year running, according to latest figures released by The Association of Leading Visitor Attractions (ALVA). Figures for 2025 show the Museum welcomed 648,595...
The Hydrogen Research Corridor brings together twelve world‑class hydrogen institutes, labs and facilities across The University of Manchester and Manchester Metropolitan University, strengthening hydrogen research and innovation in Manchester. Led by The University...
The University of Manchester’s Research impact, shaped together campaign highlights how collaboration can lead to fairer and more effective ways of creating change. One featured story focuses on One World Together, an initiative using research, trust and shared...
The University of Manchester is showcasing how meaningful collaboration can turn research into real-world change through its Research impact, shaped together campaign. One featured story highlights work bringing together geographers, ecologists, firefighters,...
Oesophageal cancer is often diagnosed too late for effective treatment, particularly in underserved communities. A featured story in The University of Manchester’s Research impact, shaped together campaign shows how an international partnership is helping change that...
Advancing Gender Equality Through International Collaboration Over the past year, University of Manchester and the Centre for Innovative Leadership and Governance have been leading a powerful UK–Kenya partnership focused on advancing intersectional gender equality and...
The Office for Social Responsibility is excited to host the annual Universally Manchester Festival, on Saturday 13 June 2026, welcoming thousands of visitors from across Greater Manchester and beyond to a vibrant, family-friendly day on campus. We’re inviting...
Young people in the North West are significantly less likely to study economics than their peers in London, despite the subject opening doors to high value careers and vital life skills. Research commissioned by the Bank of England shows that students in London are...
Find out about some of our social responsibility highlights from March: First, we’ve launched a new project with Medlock Primary School in Ardwick. Our students are sharing their educational journeys and passions with pupils showing University as an exciting option...
As Director of Campus Services, Alison Shedlock plays a central role in shaping how hospitality, events and house services operate across The University of Manchester. Her leadership shows how catering and campus services can contribute far beyond daily operations,...
The University's Environmental Sustainability team, Professor Jennifer O'Brien and Ardwick Climate Action have organised the Sunny Campus Project. This project aims to populate our campus with sunflowers in late August and early September to celebrate the Medebridge...
The University of Manchester’s Furniture4Reuse store extends the life and value of surplus furniture across the University and into the wider community. Furniture4Reuse manages all unwanted furniture from across campus. Instead of items going to waste, the team...
“What difference does an Iftar at the museum make?” On 12 March, Manchester Museum answered that question, as communities, staff and partners gathered to share an evening that brought people together across faiths and cultures. As the sun set during the holy month of...
Quiet galleries. Bean bags scattered through the galleries. During Neurodiversity Celebration Week, visitors to Manchester Museum experienced the museum and its collections a little differently. On Wednesday 18 March, the Museum hosted Calm Night, a sensory-friendly...
