University news
Introducing the AI Hub
(09 Jun 2025)
The new platform hosts guidance and information about the use of AI and emerging initiatives such as AI Pathfinder.
Book now: Townhall on Colleague Engagement
(06 Jun 2025)
Join us on Monday, 16 June, between 12 - 1pm for a discussion about colleague engagement following the recent Your Voice Matters survey
Get ready for the Universally Manchester Festival
(06 Jun 2025)
Our free, family-friendly festival returns on Saturday, 14 June 2025 - see you there!
New Vice-President and Dean appointed
(04 Jun 2025)
Professor Sarah Sharples will be Vice-President and Dean of the Faculty of Science and Engineering
Colleague Engagement Survey results
(04 Jun 2025)
More than 6,000 colleagues took part in the Colleague Engagement Survey ‘Your Voice Matters’ - that’s 51% of eligible colleagues.
Pause with Purpose
(30 May 2025)
Join a free colleague Wellbeing activity in June
Manchester Museum named European Museum of the Year 2025
(28 May 2025)
Manchester Museum has been recognised as one of Europe’s leading museums after winning the European Museum of the Year Award (EMYA) 2025.
Support following events in Liverpool
(27 May 2025)
We understand that what happened in Liverpool yesterday may have affected members of our community, and we would like you to know that support is available.
Manchester 2035: what we heard in phase two and what’s next
(27 May 2025)
Thank you to everyone who took part in the latest phase of engagement on Manchester 2035.
Manchester researchers appointed to lead REF 2029 sub-panels
(23 May 2025)
Two colleagues among those appointed to lead Research Excellence Framework units of assessment.
New University report explores academic privilege and differential attainment
(22 May 2025)
New research reveals key barriers affecting student attainment and outlines steps the University is taking to close awarding gaps and create a more inclusive academic environment.
Watch: Get ready for Canvas - our new Central Learning Environment
(22 May 2025)
Canvas goes live in September—watch our video explainer, access support, and join the June open meeting for key updates.
University awarded 'Leader in Openness' status in animal research
(20 May 2025)
We have retained our status for a second time as one of the top Universities in the country for openness in animal research.
Confirmation of interim Vice-President and Dean of FSE
(15 May 2025)
Professor Peter Green to take up interim role
Professor Richard Jones to retire
(13 May 2025)
Vice-President, Regional Innovation and Civic Engagement to step down in September
Universally Manchester Festival
(13 May 2025)
Our free community day for all returns for 2025 on Saturday, 14 June - see you there!
Book now: Townhall with Duncan Ivison: What does student success look like?
(12 May 2025)
Join us on Thursday 22 May, 1-2pm for an open conversation about how we define, support and celebrate student success across our University.
Making a Difference Awards 2025
(09 May 2025)
Celebrating amazing achievements in social responsibility
Manchester joins Coalition for Advancing Research Assessment
(08 May 2025)
University signs agreement on reforming research assessment to recognise the diverse outputs, practices and activities that maximise the quality and impact of research.
Introducing People support to the Connect platform
(06 May 2025)
Connect will serve as a single platform for both IT Services and People support providing service excellence to colleagues.
Everyone is invited to our 2025 Making a Difference Awards!
(02 May 2025)
Join us live online from the University’s Whitworth Hall to celebrate how our staff, students, alumni and external partners are making a difference.
PGR Voice survey 2025
(28 Apr 2025)
A chance for our Postgraduate Researchers to tell us about their experiences, so we can make improvements wherever needed – encourage them to get involved from Monday, 12 May
Our resolute commitment to equality and inclusion
(25 Apr 2025)
A message following the Supreme Court ruling last week (16 April).
Your Voice Matters - Colleague Engagement Survey now closed
(23 Apr 2025)
More than 6,300 colleagues participated in our new annual colleague survey and had their say
Your Voice Matters: Supporting managers
(16 Apr 2025)
Improving our hub of essential resources for managers
Times Higher Education Awards open for entries
(14 Apr 2025)
The Times Higher Education Awards are now open for entries and our university is seeking nominations in several categories.
Love2Shop? You could win a £100 voucher
(11 Apr 2025)
Have your say in the Colleague Engagement Survey before Tuesday, 22 April, and be in with the chance of winning one of nine £100 Love2Shop vouchers
Manchester 2035 Digital Ideas Lab: one week left to add your feedback
(11 Apr 2025)
Thank you to everyone who has engaged with the Manchester 2035 Ideas Lab over the past two weeks.
Watch: Townhall with Professor Duncan Ivison, Student Experience Programme
(10 Apr 2025)
The Townhall was an opportunity to explore the recent report into the people and structures element of the Student Experience Programme.
Improving IT Services – Your Voice Matters
(10 Apr 2025)
Training investment, technological advancements and updated job descriptions are having a significant impact on improving system availability and staff morale in IT Services