The University of Manchester has been ranked first in the world for progress towards the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) in the Times Higher Education (THE) Sustainability Impact Ratings. The result places Manchester at the top of a global field...
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...
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...
Join the University's Creative Manchester and the Manchester Museum for an informal research café on Thursday 23 April 12 – 2pm. We will be exploring the ways in which cultural institutions and faith spaces bring people together. As societies become increasingly...
This year the University’s Making a Difference Awards for social responsibility received over 140 entries, highlighting the extraordinary commitment of our staff, students, alumni and external partners to creating positive change in our local communities and across...
Colleagues at the University of Manchester are being invited to find out more about our commitment to social responsibility and civic engagement. The University’s M2035 strategy places being values-led and socially responsible as a foundation of what we do,...
Join The University of Manchester and Digital Futures for April's Digital Environment Conference 2026 This conference redefines how data, AI, and digital infrastructure transform environmental insight, action, and governance. It will explore breakthrough developments...
Each year around 19,000 students graduate from the University of Manchester. Many of these students have made significant positive contributions to society during their studies; through activities such as volunteering, environmental stewardship, public engagement and...
Celebrating people who make an impact Staff, students, alumni, and external partners, are you making a difference to society or the environment, or do you know someone who is? If the answer is yes, then why not enter the University’s annual Making a Difference...
