University news
You’re invited: Challenge night
(22 Oct 2025)
Join us for something completely different... a game show with purpose
Launching our strategy to 2035 – From Manchester for the world
(16 Oct 2025)
A message from Professor Duncan Ivison, President and Vice-Chancellor
Professor Tim O’Brien appointed Director of the Jodrell Bank Centre for Engagement
(14 Oct 2025)
Tim, currently Associate Director of the Jodrell Bank Centre for Astrophysics, replaces Professor Teresa Anderson, the founder of the Centre for Engagement.
SEP Evaluation – recommendations update
(10 Oct 2025)
Making progress on the things that matter
WATCH: UE in Conversation - Jenn Hallam and Lexie Baynes
(10 Oct 2025)
In this edition of UE in Conversation, Professor Jenn Hallam, Vice-President for Teaching, Learning and Students, sits down with Lexie Baynes, Union Affairs Officer at the Students’ Union, to discuss their shared priorities for the year ahead.
Our University places 56th in Times Higher Education World University Rankings
(09 Oct 2025)
Manchester has retained its spot as 8th in the UK in the prestigious rankings, which evaluate more than 2,000 institutions from 115 countries and territories.
Manchester ranks among top universities in Knowledge Exchange Framework
(08 Oct 2025)
Research England measure gives our University the highest rating for Research Partnerships, with 19% growth in industry funding, recognising the strength of our partnerships and the impact they have for the people and the city.
Second anniversary of 7 October attacks
(07 Oct 2025)
A message from Duncan
Celebrating 75 years of the Turing Test: how we can continue to shape the future
(06 Oct 2025)
From the question that launched AI to the breakthroughs of today
Manchester stands together
(03 Oct 2025)
A message from Professor Duncan Ivison
Incident at Heaton Park Hebrew Congregation Synagogue
(02 Oct 2025)
Support available
Canvas is here. This is just the beginning…
(02 Oct 2025)
We’re now live with Canvas, due to the collaborative effort from many colleagues and students across the university. Thank you to everyone who has helped us achieve this huge milestone.
Manchester 2035 strategy launch and townhall
(01 Oct 2025)
We will launch our strategy to 2035 on Wednesday, 15 October 2025. On Friday, 17 October 2025, we will host a townhall to discuss your questions in more detail. Book your place and be part of what comes next.
Stay secure online this Cyber Security Awareness Month
(30 Sep 2025)
October is cyber security awareness month, and we are taking the opportunity to remind colleagues about staying safe online and disposing of IT equipment safely.
World 100 Brand Tracker - have your say on our University
(29 Sep 2025)
Take five minutes to fill in the survey to help us see how we’re perceived compared to other universities – and be entered into a prize draw.
Distinguished Achievement Awards - nominations now open
(26 Sep 2025)
We are now accepting nominations for the President’s Distinguished Achievement Awards 2026 – your opportunity to recognise our colleagues for making an outstanding contribution to our University.
New opportunities to get the most out of Copilot Chat
(25 Sep 2025)
Explore two new Copilot Chat programmes, hosted by our partner 365Tribe, to build your confidence and learn how to apply Copilot at work. Copilot Chat is an AI-powered assistant available to everyone with a University account and accessible via a web browser or within Microsoft Teams.
Additional closure day
(25 Sep 2025)
Message from Ele Morrissey, Executive Director of People
University of Manchester ranked second in UK for graduate employer interest
(24 Sep 2025)
We have been ranked as the UK’s second most sought-after institution by leading graduate employers, according to a newly published report.
Welcome Week 2025 underway – everything you need to support our new students
(22 Sep 2025)
Welcome Week 2025 kicks off today (Monday 22 September), marking the start of an exciting period for our new undergraduate and postgraduate taught students.
Professor John Holden appointed new Vice-President
(19 Sep 2025)
Innovation and civic engagement the focus for new senior appointment
University appointed UN Academic Impact Vice-Chair for research
(18 Sep 2025)
Manchester to play an essential role in advancing the implementation of the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development by leading research initiatives for the UNAI SDG10 Hub, part of a UN network of over 1,700 universities and colleges across more than 150 countries.
Bicentenary recruitment initiative brings 200 new faces to our University
(16 Sep 2025)
We’ve created 200 new roles for local people, breaking down barriers to employment and showing how inclusive recruitment can transform lives across Greater Manchester.
Mahesh Nirmalan appointed AVP for Responsible Research Practice
(15 Sep 2025)
Professor Mahesh Nirmalan has taken up the role of Associate Vice-President (AVP) for Responsible Research Practice – one of four essential themes of our University’s research culture and environment.
Manchester Gold applications now open
(12 Sep 2025)
Advancing professional development through mentoring and shared learning
WATCH: Townhall with Professor Duncan Ivison on Manchester 2035
(11 Sep 2025)
The recent Townhall gave colleagues an early preview of the foundations and leaps at the heart of our new University strategy.
Manchester colleagues appointed to REF 2029 panels
(04 Sep 2025)
Our colleagues will help carry out expert review for the next Research Excellence Framework, the UK’s system for assessing research quality in UK higher education institutions.
New Director of AI Innovation
(03 Sep 2025)
Dr Vicki Woodward appointed to drive AI Skunkworks programme forward
Celebrating the success of the Teams Voice project
(02 Sep 2025)
We’re pleased to announce the successful completion of the Teams Voice (External Calling) project - a major milestone in transforming how we communicate across the University of Manchester.
Book now: Townhall with Professor Duncan Ivison on our Manchester 2035 strategy
(01 Sep 2025)
Join us on Tuesday, 9 September, 1pm – 2pm to hear an early preview of our new ten-year strategy.