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University of Manchester

Es. 1824 | Cognitio, Sapientia, Humanitas

Type of Institution

Public

Number of Students

46,410

Student Faculty Ratio

8.79

Internationality Factor

39%

Avg Tuition per Student

£13,275

Net assets (2024)

£1808.4 milion

Total Income

£1217.1 milion

Nobel Laureates

N/A

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  • Eco
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  • Year Founded
  • Fun Facts
  • Public Figures

About

The University of Manchester, established under its current name in 2004, originated from the merger of two historic institutions, each having a rich history dating back to the 19th century. This esteemed university is a proud member of the Russell Group, which comprises the UK's leading research-intensive universities, known for their academic excellence and high-quality teaching.

The University of Manchester boasts a global reputation for its research and academic standards, attracting students from all corners of the globe. The university has a remarkable record of 25 Nobel Prize winners among its current and former staff, making it home...

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Oxford Road, Manchester, M13 9PL
+44(0)1613066000

Campus life

Gender Population Graph

Female57%
Male43%
Not known0%
Other0%

Staff Distribution Graph

Non-academic52%
Academic48%

Student Distribution Graph

First degree66%
Postgraduate (taught)25%
Postgraduate (research)8%
Other undergraduate0%

Domicile per Region Graph

Academic Requirements

Students applying for a postgraduate course at this university must meet academic and non-academic requirements. Non-native English speakers must achieve an IELTS level of 6.0 to 7.5. Additional entry criteria may apply, such as written submissions, relevant work experience, or specific previous qualifications. For instance, those applying for the MSc Accounting program need a 2:1 or higher degree in accounting, business administration, business management, economics, or commerce. High GMAT or GRE scores are advisable. MSc Developmental Biology applicants require a 2:1 or higher graded undergraduate degree in a biological or medical science...

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Programs

Student Distribution Graph

  • Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM)
  • Creative Arts and Design
  • Business and Management
  • Education
  • Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences
  • Medicine and Health

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Year Founded

1824

The University of Manchester can trace its roots to the formation of the Mechanics Institute in 1824, later becoming the Manchester Institute of Technology.

1880

Manchester School of Medicine and Surgery was amalgamated into the college.

1882

The Manchester Technical School was opened in the University buildings.

1955

The university was granted its Royal Charter, which merged the Victoria University of Manchester (which was founded by charter in 1903) and the University of Manchester Institue of Science and Technology, established in 1824.

Public Figures

Alan Turing

Alumnus and former faculty member known for his work on artificial intelligence and codebreaking during World War II

Benedict Cumberbatch

Alumnus known for his role as Sherlock Holmes in the BBC series "Sherlock"

Brian Cox

Alumnus and former staff member known for his work in physics and science communication

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