University news
Colleagues and students recognised at President’s Distinguished Achievement Awards
(04 Jul 2025)
Winners from across the University were celebrated at a prestigious Award Ceremony in the Whitworth Hall
Our graduates are making a difference across Greater Manchester
(03 Jul 2025)
As we prepare to welcome thousands of students and their families to our graduation ceremonies next week, we celebrate the lasting impact our graduates are making across Greater Manchester and beyond.
Colleague engagement survey themes for action
(01 Jul 2025)
An update from Ele Morrissey, Executive Director of People
Student accommodation regeneration begins in Fallowfield with Owens Park Tower demolition
(25 Jun 2025)
Owens Park Tower was recently demolished ahead of our wider regeneration.
WATCH: Townhall with Professor Duncan Ivison on Colleague Engagement
(20 Jun 2025)
The Townhall was an opportunity to explore the recent findings of the Colleague Engagement Survey and discuss why colleague engagement is important as we get ready to launch and deliver our Manchester 2035 strategy
Our University retains leading global position in QS World University Rankings
(19 Jun 2025)
We have retained our position among the world’s leading universities, according to new rankings announced on Thursday 19 June.
Our University has ranked number 1 yet again for positive social and environmental impact
(18 Jun 2025)
Today (Wednesday, 18 June) we have been ranked first place in the UK and Europe, and second in the world for benefitting society and the environment by Times Higher Education for the third year running.
University awarded Fairtrade University two-star status
(16 Jun 2025)
We’re proud to announce that we have been awarded the prestigious Fairtrade University two-star award, recognising our ongoing commitment to ethical sourcing, sustainability, and global responsibility.
New Vice-President for Teaching, Learning and Students
(12 Jun 2025)
Professor Jenn Hallam will take up the role from August
Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola receives honorary degree
(10 Jun 2025)
In recognition of his extraordinary contribution to the city over nine years on and off the pitch.
Manchester and Cambridge awarded £4.8 million for cross-UK innovation partnership
(10 Jun 2025)
Funding from Research England to supercharge the next stage of pioneering city-to-city partnership
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.