The University of Manchester
93% Recommended •
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Based on total 288 reviews
4.02 / 5
5 star
3%
4 star
63%
3 star
29%
2 star
5%
1 star
0%
Accommodation
3.13/ 5
Graduate Careers
4.39/ 5
Course Quality
4.08/ 5
Social Life
4.50/ 5
Top Student Review
Psychology / Criminology, Year 3
Really good!! Was easy to meet people on haul group chats and the organised events were good - I know many people accidentally ordered “fake” wrist bands to the wrong events which was annoying as as a fresher you don't know what's legit uni club events and what's not A good variety! They have something to cater for all price ranges which I think is really important as a lot of students struggle for money And student finance. The cheaper hauls tend to be the most sociable anyways!! Really good, very modern but also still maintaining the traditional architecture of old buildings which is really cool as it offers both They kept us up to date with everything that's going on from general things to start the year to covid updates. We also have a student support officer who would relay useful information constantly, I liked how they would reach out to us so it didn't feel like I was emailing a stranger... sometimes it's hard to reach out for help so it's nice they take the first move Very busy which I liked coming from a small town!! Was always something going on, new pubs, bars and restaurants offering a range of things for all cultures and hobbies
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Art / Design, Year 3
Freshers week was very fun. I really enjoyed all the student deals and freebies. I also liked going to volunteering and society fares. I did not live in student accommodation. I have friends who did and they had an amazing student experience. The library is very well equipped, as well as the learning rooms. I enjoy going there to study. The lecture theatres are big and modern. The teachers are just wonderful and always willing to help. I like how the course is well structured and broad and I enjoy the hands-on parts, like labs and workshops. Manchester is a great city to live in as a student. The nightlife is fun, there is a diverse choice of pubs, bars and clubs to choose from. I love the shopping here as well.
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Nursing, Year 2
I have really enjoyed my time at the university of Manchester. Manchester has many attractions and the university is just one of them.
The university offers top quality facilities and a tremendous amount of support to every student.
There is something for everyone to get involved in at the university of Manchester with a range of socieities for students. I personally enjoy spending my time with the Manchester Harmony gospel choir.
More than anything what I enjoy most about university of Manchester is the friendly people and the amazing friends I've made. I would recommend Manchester uni to everyone!!
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Dentistry, Year 3
It was helpful. Each tutor introduce himself, and we met students from other year's. They provided free food and drinks. Actually, I don't live in the university accommodation. But I heard it's good There are 3-4 libraries which have so many sources, as well as online library. The sports area are huge there is almost all sports. And the student union is so much fun It's more like self study which is helpful in memorizing the information instead of setting in a lecture. Manchester is a big city there is divergent cultures. The centre is busy and there are lots of restaurants from all countries
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Medicine, Year 2
I am really enjoying my time in Manchester, I has reservations about coming at the start but I'm really glad I did!
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Computer Science, Year 3
I can honestly say that is the best thing that happened to me, education-wise. I met a lot of new people, I made lots of new friends and, overall, I am glad that I chose a UK university.
One of the most valuable that I got in the university is a group of good friends. When
I was at high school, many people told me that human relationship in university is
very complicated. They said people in university will only make friends with those
can give them advantages. However, I do not really think so. I have a very good
relationship with my friends in Manchester. Whenever I got lost, they will kindly to help
me to out of the lost. I think our friendship can be forever. This is really a great thing
to have so much good friend in my university life.
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Psychology / Criminology, Year 3
Really good!! Was easy to meet people on haul group chats and the organised events were good - I know many people accidentally ordered “fake” wrist bands to the wrong events which was annoying as as a fresher you don't know what's legit uni club events and what's not A good variety! They have something to cater for all price ranges which I think is really important as a lot of students struggle for money And student finance. The cheaper hauls tend to be the most sociable anyways!! Really good, very modern but also still maintaining the traditional architecture of old buildings which is really cool as it offers both They kept us up to date with everything that's going on from general things to start the year to covid updates. We also have a student support officer who would relay useful information constantly, I liked how they would reach out to us so it didn't feel like I was emailing a stranger... sometimes it's hard to reach out for help so it's nice they take the first move Very busy which I liked coming from a small town!! Was always something going on, new pubs, bars and restaurants offering a range of things for all cultures and hobbies
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Finance, Year 3
It was insightful and provided a good introduction to the course. It detailed well the structure of the degree and the modules involved. Manchester accomodation was well facilitated and was given sufficient funding to ensure that students settled well into university life Facilities were great and still are though their could be greater capacity for use during covid19 The modular structure of the degree was great. It meant that students on the same pathway could still study a wide variety of subject areas & specialise in different niches City life was great. There is a wonderful balance between student night life and general night life.
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Pharmacology / Pharmacy, Year 2
Great! Lots of fairs and societies to join. A lot of support from the lecturers to fit in I don't live in the accommodation Library is the best- can book private study places with friends. There's plenty of space and close to coffee shops My course has very supportive tutors. They aid our learning to the best. I also like our spiral curriculum City life is the best. Especially during Christmas there's lots of markets and can go out with friends and do different things
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Biological sciences, Third Year
I absolutely love Manchester and am so glad that I chose to come here. There is so much diversity within the university itself, and I love my course. I also like that Manchester isn't a campus as it gives you the opportunity to explore more and doesn't feel like you're confined to one area. The city itself is brilliant as there is everything you need, and so much to discover and do! There are lots of societies and so many students that it is easy to meet so many new people, and find those with similar interests to you who eventually will become close friends for life.
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Biology / Biotechnology, Graduate
I didn't go to freshers week. I don't think any of the PhD students on my course did. Instead we all just met up at the pub to meet each other. I rented privately so did not stay in Manchester's accommodation. Again I think all PhD students on my course rented privately. Student union was a lovely building, seemed to have everything we needed. The labs we spacious but the Michael smith building is very noisy in the office areas, as it is all open plan. I don't have any lectures, my PhD is research based. The postdocs in my lab were all extremely helpful in guiding me in the lab to begin with. It was great to learn in the lab on a 1-1 basis to really get to grips with things Manchester has amazing city life, very lively always lots going on. Transport to the city is fantastic too.
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