University news
Preferred bidder selected for approved Fallowfield campus redevelopment
(26 Jul 2024)
Viridis has been selected as preferred bidder and delivery partner for the redevelopment of the University of Manchester’s Fallowfield Campus.
Ceremony marks Nancy Rothwell's end of term of office as President and Vice-Chancellor
(25 Jul 2024)
The University of Manchester’s President and Vice-Chancellor, and first female leader, Professor Dame Nancy Rothwell’s term of office comes to an end on 31 July, after 14 years of inspirational leadership.
Fostering wellbeing at our University – the results
(22 Jul 2024)
We are pleased to share the results of our Wellbeing Survey
Paterson Building officially reopens
(22 Jul 2024)
The reopening of the Paterson Building, a testament to the hard work and commitment of the Manchester Cancer Research Centre (MCRC) partnership, was celebrated on Wednesday, 17 July 2024. Attendees included our President and Vice Chancellor Nancy Rothwell, Mayor of Greater Manchester Andy Burnham, and representatives from MCRC and the Christie NHS Foundation Trust (The Christie).
IT incident info from our IT Service team - update 2
(22 Jul 2024)
Update on current status - Last updated Monday 22 July at 11am
University of Manchester rises in Europe rankings placing top 10 for the second year
(19 Jul 2024)
The University of Manchester has been recognised as one of the top universities in Europe for the second year in a row, achieving seventh place in the latest QS World University Rankings.
Book now: Join us in welcoming Professor Duncan Ivison
(18 Jul 2024)
Taking place 12-2pm on Tuesday, 6 August
Commemorative 200-year pin badges for staff
(17 Jul 2024)
Keepsake to mark this momentous occasion and thank you for your hard work – it's you who make us who we are.
University ranked 7th in Stonewall’s Top 100 Workplace Annual Equality Index
(15 Jul 2024)
Our University achieves Gold award for evidencing excellent practice around LGBT+ (Lesbian, Gay, Bi and Trans) inclusion
Museum of the Year Awards
(11 Jul 2024)
Manchester Museum has been named as a runner-up in Art Fund Museum of the Year 2024.
Civic Reception for President and Vice-Chancellor
(11 Jul 2024)
Nancy celebrated for her huge contribution to the City of Manchester in a special ceremony at Manchester Art Gallery
NSS: Outcome of 2024 survey announced
(10 Jul 2024)
The 2024 National Student Survey (NSS) results, managed by the Office for Students (OfS), were released today (Wednesday, July 10).
Viewpoint: Chris Taylor, Associate Vice-President (Digital Strategy and Innovation)
(10 Jul 2024)
Grasping the opportunities of AI
Our Distinguished Achievement Award winners for 2024
(09 Jul 2024)
Announcing the winners of the 2024 Distinguished Achievement Awards
Summer graduation ceremonies 2024 get underway
(08 Jul 2024)
Students, their friends, families and supporters have arrived for the start of our 2024 Summer graduation ceremonies.
ID Manchester opens its doors in September
(04 Jul 2024)
ID Manchester, a partnership between our University and Bruntwood SciTech, is opening the doors to its first building – The Renold Innovation Hub – in late September.
Recent Protest – Publication of Questions and Answers
(03 Jul 2024)
Joint communication from Students’ Union and the University
University joins consortium to improve doctoral supervision
(01 Jul 2024)
Major collaboration to support PGR supervisors to transform culture and practice with the support of 20 universities and all UKRI research councils.
University Named UK’s Most Sustainable, Winning Sustainability Champions Award
(28 Jun 2024)
The University has been named as the UK’s most sustainable University, placing top 3 on a global scale, and received ‘Sustainability Champion’ award in recognition of our strong track record and commitment to sustainability.
Viewpoint: Dawn Edge, Jackie Carter and Rachel Cowen
(27 Jun 2024)
Advancing equality for all – why our charter marks and awards matter
Research beacons website refresh
(25 Jun 2024)
Five pillars of excellence to promote our interdisciplinary collaboration and showcase key research
Universally Manchester Festival – a spectacular success!
(24 Jun 2024)
Highlights from our bicentenary festival – four unforgettable days celebrating 200 years of our remarkable history, inspirational people, life-changing discoveries and world firsts...
Regenerated Old Quad reopens to celebrate 200 years of education
(21 Jun 2024)
As part our bicentenary celebrations, the remodelled Old Quad section on campus has reopened on Friday, 21 June 2024. The enhancement maintains the historic fabric of the space and showcases our dedication to sustainability, whilst continuing to act as an area to accommodate a wide range of events and activities.
Undergraduate Open Days - Saturday, 22 June and Saturday, 29 June
(20 Jun 2024)
Potential students will visit Manchester as they consider their university choices for 2025
Making a difference with jobs and skills for local communities
(19 Jun 2024)
Four colleagues share their experience of working at our University
WATCH: Recording of open meeting with the Professional Services Leadership Team
(18 Jun 2024)
An open meeting with the Professional Services Leadership Team took place on Monday 17 June
Update on protest
(17 Jun 2024)
An update from Patrick Hackett
Launch event for new partnership with Association of Higher Education Professionals
(13 Jun 2024)
The University has announced investment into a three-year institutional partnership with the Association of Higher Education Professionals (AHEP); as part of this partnership colleagues can receive a 20% discount on their AHEP membership. A launch event hosted by Patrick Hackett, Registrar and Chief Operating Officer, is being held on Thursday, 20th June 2024 for any colleagues interested in finding out more.
Manchester retains top in UK and Europe and 2nd in the world in THE Impact Rankings
(12 Jun 2024)
We are the only institution in the world to rank in the top ten for social and environmental impact in every year of the Times Higher Education Impact Rankings.
Upcoming travel strategy to promote sustainable travel
(11 Jun 2024)
Process ongoing to assess impact of any changes