University news
M365 Copilot: The road to student rollout
(23 Sep 2026)
This semester, we’re helping students make confident and responsible use of Copilot while working with students, academic colleagues and support teams to shape our approach to wider M365 Copilot access in Semester Two.
"Translating research into economic and societal benefit and positive impact."
(23 Sep 2026)
From healthcare and quantum computing to sustainable manufacturing and accessible technologies, our latest spinouts are Manchester 2035 in action.
Welcome Week 2026: Behind the scenes as new students arrive
(22 Sep 2026)
Nearly 19,000 student cards, and a hotline team working out of sight behind a partition. Welcome Week through the eyes of the colleagues making it happen.
Welcome Week 2026: 'I was exactly in their place' - the student helping students settle in
(21 Sep 2026)
The nerves and excitement new students bring to Welcome Week, from one of the student staff helping them settle in, who was in their position three years ago.
Your guide to Welcome Week 2026
(21 Sep 2026)
A comprehensive guide to Welcome Week 2026, covering the fairs, tours, IT support and events running across campus, plus where colleagues can point new students who need a hand.
Viewpoint: Research Delivery Plan
(18 Sep 2026)
Professor Colette Fagan, Vice-President for Research and Executive Lead for International, introduces the University’s new Research Delivery Plan and explains how colleagues can help turn Manchester’s research ambition into action.
University launches new CRM system to power philanthropy and volunteering
(17 Sep 2026)
Our new customer relationship management (CRM) system will power our Challenge Accepted philanthropy and volunteering campaign and enable us to become the ‘great philanthropic university’ outlined in From Manchester, for the world.
Our subjects ranked in the world top 50 in latest rankings
(16 Sep 2026)
Our University has been recognised for the strength and breadth of our subject-level performance in the 2026 ShanghaiRanking’s Global Ranking of Academic Subjects.
“World-leading research, industry expertise and emerging talent can thrive.”
(16 Sep 2026)
University and Britain’s biggest generator of zero carbon electricity, EDF strengthen their partnership – to tackle some of the most pressing energy challenges of our time and help deliver Manchester 2035.
Update on the 2026-27 New JNCHES pay round
(15 Sep 2026)
The national negotiations are continuing, with further updates on this year's pay award to follow.
Viewpoint: International Delivery Plan
(11 Sep 2026)
Professor Angelia Wilson, Associate Vice-President for International and Professor Colette Fagan, Vice-President for Research and the University Executive lead for International outline their path to turn our international ambition into action
University shortlisted for two Times Higher Education Awards
(10 Sep 2026)
Nominations for technicians leading the way in our sustainability goals and a researcher nominated by his PhD students for his support in developing their careers.
University to celebrate innovation
(09 Sep 2026)
There’s still time to register for our Innovation Festival, from Monday, 5 to Friday, 9 October 2026 – book now.
What’s coming up before we launch Oracle Fusion
(07 Sep 2026)
A preview of next steps before we launch
Register for our Welcome open meeting
(01 Sep 2026)
Join us on Tuesday, 8 September, 3-4pm, to hear from the teams delivering Welcome. Find out what's planned for the week and ask any questions you may have.
Gold again: Making a difference through payroll giving
(28 Aug 2026)
We have received the Gold Payroll Giving Quality Mark for a second year, recognising the generosity of colleagues who've accepted the challenge of payroll giving to support our communities.
Five things to know ahead of the new academic year
(25 Aug 2026)
What's changing this academic year, and what it means for you. From a new AI assessment policy to a firmer registration deadline, here's an overview before term begins, and where to find help along the way.
Get ready for Oracle Fusion
(25 Aug 2026)
The way you access your People and Finance services is changing
Register now for our Innovation Festival: 5-9 October 2026
(19 Aug 2026)
Our inaugural Innovation Festival is your chance to discover what’s happening across our innovation ecosystem and how innovation can strengthen your research, teaching, knowledge exchange and real-world impact.
A-level results day: the phone call that decides a student's future
(13 Aug 2026)
Thousands of students will speak to us for the first time today. Around 370 colleagues are making sure that first conversation is a good one.
How your feedback is shaping M365 Copilot at Manchester
(13 Aug 2026)
Colleague feedback is helping shape how the University responds to questions about M365 Copilot
Join our Black History Month Portrait celebration
(10 Aug 2026)
Honouring our communities
Join us at Manchester Pride!
(10 Aug 2026)
Show support to LGBTQ+ colleagues and students this August
Update on the 2026/27 National Pay Award
(30 Jul 2026)
National negotiations are continuing, with any agreed pay increase set to be backdated to 1 August 2026
Update on Jodrell Bank Observatory and e-MERLIN funding
(30 Jul 2026)
A message from Professor Sarah Sharples, Vice-President and Dean of Science and Engineering
Strengthening our IT foundations: key milestones achieved and next steps ahead
(30 Jul 2026)
Significant improvements to the University's IT infrastructure, security and digital services have been successfully delivered through the Evolve Programme, providing stronger foundations to support colleagues and students across the University.
Supporting our global collaborations
(28 Jul 2026)
University to launch new UoM Global Fund in September 2026, helping colleagues collaborating with researchers at our partner institutions to tackle global challenges and delivering our Manchester 2035 strategy.
A graduation celebration designed for everyone
(27 Jul 2026)
For every student, graduation is a moment that represents years of hard work, determination, and personal achievement. It is the chance to celebrate with the people who supported them, reflect on how far they have come, and look ahead to what comes next.
Our response to the UKRI/STFC e-MERLIN funding announcement
(27 Jul 2026)
Jodrell Bank remains open and continues to play a nationally important role
We’re getting ready for Oracle Fusion
(27 Jul 2026)
The latest from Future Foundations including change champions, showcase demos and user testing.