Manchester Metropolitan University (Manchester Met) is a historic and internationally recognised institution that dates back to 1824. Known for the quality of our teaching and world-leading research, the University is ranked as one of the top 50 universities in the UK (The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2025).
Manchester is a vibrant and popular student city and is ranked as the third best student city in the UK (QS Best Student Cities 2024). The University is located in the centre of Manchester, a city with a rich history and diverse culture.
Manchester is home to a community of more than 5,000 international students from over 120 countries. International students are offered comprehensive support throughout their journey at Manchester Met, including advice on employability skills, careers, accommodation, and immigration.
Studying at Manchester Met
Students can choose from over 300 undergraduate and postgraduate programmes, across a variety of subject areas. There are impressive facilities such as lecture theatres, modernised seminar rooms, and study zones fitted with the latest technology and specialist equipment, as well as a library that is accessible 24/7 throughout the academic year.
The University is currently investing £400 million to develop its facilities with the aim of enhancing teaching and research facilities, buildings, and public spaces. Developments within this programme include The Institute of Sport, School of Digital Arts (SODA), and most recently The Dalton building which opened in 2024.
Funding and scholarships
Manchester Met is committed to recognising high-achieving international students, we offer a comprehensive range of scholarships for September 2025 entry:
- General and Vice-Chancellor’s International Regional Scholarships
- Business School International Postgraduate Scholarship
- Postgraduate scholarships for specific courses
- Research grants
- Sports scholarships
Find out more on our website. T&C’s apply.
Research
Manchester Met conducts research in fields that are actively shaping the world, both now and in the future. 90% of our University’s research impact is ‘world-leading’ or ‘internationally excellent’ (REF2021), which highlights the quality of research being conducted at our University. Manchester Metropolitan is ranked in the top ten for the power of our research in four subjects: Art and Design (2nd), Sport and Exercise Science (6th), English Language and Literature (8th), and Education (9th).
Find out about the scale, depth, and ambition of our research and how we are making a global impact by visiting our website.
Campus life and facilities
Student support
Welcoming international students is important to us, and we have dedicated staff available to help you. From the beginning of your study journey at Manchester Met, our friendly International Office team is there for you to ensure you receive all the support you need to succeed.
Throughout your studies, our Academic and Study Skills team offers support and advice on academic writing, numeracy, specific learning difficulties, study skills and assistive technologies. You can choose to access help through one-to-one appointments, short courses and workshops.
Our Language Centre runs free English language coaching to support you during your time with us. These can improve your confidence in classes and seminars, helping you both socially and academically.
Our Careers Service is here to help you with your future career. We have dedicated teams of highly experienced advisers in each faculty who can provide expert advice tailored to your career goals.
Additionally, every student at the University is also automatically a member of the Students’ Union, which exists to make sure that our students have the best experience they can during their studies. The Union also runs the International Student Group specifically for international students at Manchester Met, organising social and cultural events, as well as trips around the UK.
Facilities
If you choose to study at Manchester Met, you will have access to impressive lecture theatres, seminar rooms, and study zones that have the latest technology and specialist equipment. Furthermore, as a Manchester Met student you have access to an incredible library stocked with more than a million books, e-books and journals (academic year 2023/24).
A range of IT and media facilities are also available, including multimedia technology and high-spec labs.
Sport
Manchester is home to some of the biggest names in sports. We offer a wide range of sporting activities to students - there are currently over 40 sports clubs at the University open to join for all our students.
The Institute of Sport also works with organisations that include the Football Association, the International Olympic Committee, the International Paralympic Committee, Sport England, and UEFA.
Supporting future careers
Manchester Met aims to develop students into highly employable and successful individuals through frequent employability events – from advice workshops and networking opportunities to guest speakers and career fairs. We also have industry links with a number of global companies, including IBM, Nike, Lloyd’s Banking and many more.
Students are able to benefit from extensive employment support, including careers advice for international students, CV checking, and interview preparation. Our support continues even after graduation, as all students also gain lifelong access to a digital careers service.
The courses we offer are developed with employability in mind, ensuring that the skills students gain are relevant to industry and give them what employers really need. Many courses at our University come with the option of a work placement to give students industry experience before they graduate.
Why Manchester Met?
- A top 50 university in the UK (The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2025)
- 200-year history and heritage: our roots in higher education date back to 1824
- Located in the heart of Manchester, the third best student city in the UK (QS Best Student Cities 2024)
- Vibrant student community with 5,000 international students from over 120 countries
- Ranked 6th in the UK for course quality (University Compare 2024)
- £400M+ planned investment into our facilities, buildings and public spaces
- Industry links with global companies, including adidas, IBM, Bentley Motors, L’Oréal, Warner Bros and Walt Disney.
- Lifelong access to our digital careers service for all alumni of the University
- 1,750 academic teaching staff and professors
- Our Academic and Study Skills team offers support and advice on academic writing, numeracy, specific learning difficulties, study skills and assistive technologies through one-to-one appointments, short courses and workshops.
Meet some of our international alumni and learn about their experience of studying at Manchester Met on our YouTube channel.
