University news
Save the date: The University of Manchester Innovation Festival
(15 Jul 2026)
Where ideas become impact. From Manchester, for the world
A graduation surprise, caught on camera
(14 Jul 2026)
He had no idea what she was about to say. Watch Professor David Poyla's reaction as former student Anna reflects on his support, ahead of her graduation.
Thank you: Manchester graduates on the colleagues who helped them get here
(14 Jul 2026)
Behind every graduate is a network of colleagues who helped them along the way. Hear from three students preparing to cross the stage.
A rite of passage: graduation through the eyes of a head of school
(14 Jul 2026)
We spoke to Professor Thomas Schmidt, Vice-Dean and Head of the School of Arts, Languages and Cultures, following the first of our 2026 graduation ceremonies, to hear what graduation means to him, and why every ceremony still feels special.
"Big massive party": preparing the grounds for graduation
(14 Jul 2026)
Every year in the lead up to graduation, teams come together to make sure campus is ready for our graduates and their guests.
Applications now open: £100,000 investment opportunity for responsible AI innovators
(14 Jul 2026)
The University and The Jeremy Coller Foundation launch new competition to support early-stage ventures utilising AI for the benefit of people and society.
Summer Graduations underway: The stories, people and moments behind every graduate
(14 Jul 2026)
Every graduate has a story. As summer graduations get underway, three students look back on the people and experiences that shaped theirs.
University chosen as a founding member of new Defence Universities Alliance
(14 Jul 2026)
The new Defence Universities Alliance is a major UK-wide partnership designed to strengthen collaboration between universities, government and industry on research, innovation and skills.
NSS results 2026 – another year of improvement, in a fast-moving sector
(09 Jul 2026)
A message from our President and Vice-Chancellor, Duncan Ivison and Vice-President for Teaching, Learning and Students, Jenn Hallam
Rylands Special Collections take centre stage at The Odyssey film launch
(09 Jul 2026)
Find out how the Library recently partnered with Universal Pictures to promote The Odyssey movie.
Celebrating your partnerships
(07 Jul 2026)
University launches its first ever Partnership Excellence Awards to recognise outstanding collaborations and knowledge exchange that create meaningful impact, a key part of our Manchester 2035 strategy – nominate now!
Manchester’s Global Impact: New Sustainable Development Goals Report
(06 Jul 2026)
Our new Sustainable Development Goals Report highlights Manchester’s local and global impact
Winners of the 2026 Ideas with Impact Awards Announced
(03 Jul 2026)
Meet the donor-funded entrepreneurs driving impact through innovation
Building a strong Fellowship community
(02 Jul 2026)
Celebrating our Research Fellows’ outstanding contribution to our University’s research ambitions and environment – and our inaugural Research Fellows of the Year.
Catch up: All colleague townhall
(01 Jul 2026)
Responding to your questions from the Taking action on colleague feedback townhall which took place on Thurs, 18 June
Research ethics team rises to one university challenge
(01 Jul 2026)
Delivering Manchester 2035 – how our first ever Research ethics forum and resulting resources and support build our strategy Foundation, Organised for success: one university.
Introducing Imagine2035: the Library’s new ten year vision
(30 Jun 2026)
Explore plans to evolve services, spaces and research support
Colleagues and students recognised at President’s Distinguished Achievement Awards
(26 Jun 2026)
Winners from across the University were celebrated at a prestigious Award Ceremony in the Whitworth Hall
George Whalley appointed interim Chief Financial Officer
(25 Jun 2026)
George will assume the role of interim Chief Financial Officer when Carol Prokopyszyn retires this summer
University ranked world's number one university for sustainability impact
(24 Jun 2026)
We have been ranked first in the world for our contribution to the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) in the Times Higher Education (THE) Sustainability Impact Ratings.
“A direct route to inform policymaking and deliver impact” in our city region.
(23 Jun 2026)
Colleagues and our GM Policy Hub support GMCA and Manchester City Council to create Areas of Research Interest pilot, which will also influence our outputs over the next decade under Manchester 2035 strategy.
University honours four outstanding individuals with honorary degrees
(19 Jun 2026)
Celebrating outstanding contributions that have advanced the University’s role as a leading global‑civic institution
Microsoft 365 Copilot rollout: Teaching, Research and PGRs
(19 Jun 2026)
This week, colleagues across Teaching and Research, as well as Postgraduate Researchers, have begun to recieve access to Microsoft 365 Copilot, supported by live learning, guidance and dedicated support.
University in top 40 in QS World University Rankings 2027
(18 Jun 2026)
QS rankings “reflect the strength of our global reputation and the outstanding quality of our staff, students and partnerships around the world,” says President and Vice-Chancellor.
Our central role driving innovation-led growth across Greater Manchester
(18 Jun 2026)
University helps secure and deliver £50m Local Innovation Partnerships Funding for Greater Manchester, created to attract financial backing, create skilled jobs and boost regional growth.
Our community recognised in King's Birthday Honours 2026
(18 Jun 2026)
Congratulations to our people recognised for their extraordinary contributions and service across the UK.
New funding to attract brightest minds, uniting world class scientists under one mission.
(17 Jun 2026)
Our world-leading cancer research partnership receives funding boost to create jobs, develop the next generation of clinician scientists and invest in cutting-edge research and computational technologies.
Great Science Share for Schools reaches one million pupils worldwide
(16 Jun 2026)
Project helping teachers and pupils bring more curiosity-led, practical science into classrooms celebrates major milestone and models our values towards social responsibility and widening participation set out in our Manchester 2035 strategy.
Improving pay for Grades 1–5
(15 Jun 2026)
We’re improving pay for Grades 1–5 from June 2026
Our new People and Finance system demos
(15 Jun 2026)
Places are limited for a first look at our new People and Finance system going live in November