Manchester Metropolitan University – International

Manchester Metropolitan University (Manchester Met), named Modern University of the Year (The Times Good University Guide 2026), is home to a diverse community of international students. At Manchester Met, you will gain the education, skills and experiences you need to achieve your ambition.

We are proud to deliver an outstanding student experience and high-quality teaching. Our University is ranked 33rd in the UK (The Guardian University Guide 2026) and Gold in the Teaching Excellence Framework 2023. We have also been ranked 7th in England for student experience (National Student Survey 2025).

Our University is home to more than 5,000 international students from over 120 countries. Manchester itself has one of the biggest student populations in Europe – around 100,000 students, including 27,000 international students (Complete University Guide). Our campus is in the centre of Manchester, a city known worldwide for its music, sport, culture and creativity. Rich in history and shaped by global influences, Manchester is the fourth best student city in the UK (QS Student Cities 2026). Living and studying here means being part of a global city that opens doors to opportunities. 

Studying at Manchester Met

The University offers a range of full-time and part-time postgraduate courses. Visit our website for more information about masters and research degrees. There are over 150 postgraduate courses across a variety of subject areas based in one of our four faculties below:

• Business and Law
• Science and Engineering
• Health and Education
• Arts and Humanities

Make a course enquiry

If there is a course that you are interested in and would like to know more about, you can make a course enquiry.

Why Manchester Met

• Modern University of the Year 2026.
• City-centre campus located close to world-famous, sport, music and food venues.
• Diverse and welcoming student community.
• Excellent transport connections to the rest of the UK and internationally.
• Strong industry links and courses developed with employability in mind.

Research

Manchester Met is engaged in research that is shaping the world today and tomorrow. 90% of our research impact is rated as ‘world-leading’ or ‘internationally excellent’ (REF 2021), with four subject areas ranked in the UK top 10 for research power: Art and Design, Education, English and Sport. At Manchester Met, we help you to achieve your ambition in order to make a difference to real world matters.

Find out more about Manchester Met’s approach to research.

Facilities

Since 2015, we have invested over £400 million in award-winning facilities to help you reach your potential. These include the Grosvenor East building for Arts and Humanities, the School of Digital Arts, the Institute of Sport, and the Dalton building for Science and Engineering. We are continuing to renovate our learning spaces with a new library project in place.

The Business School has been triple-accredited since 2019, which places it amongst the top 1% of Business Schools worldwide. This recognition is testament to the high standards of teaching and research within the Faculty of Business and Law.

Student Support

International students are supported on their student journey to Manchester Met and throughout their time at the University by our International Office. The team is able to help with any queries students may have about the University and can guide students through the process.

The University provides support to students once they are here, with extra help available with careers, finances, wellbeing and learning, such as English language classes and help from the Study Skills team.

Students can also access a range of support through the Student Hub,  where you can seek assistance for a range of issues including disability, mental health and wellbeing, student finance and more.

Accommodation and financial support

Accommodation at the University varies in price depending on your budget. As well as university owned accommodation, there are other options, such as Manchester Student Homes or other popular UK housing websites such as Rightmove, Zoopla and On the Market.

The University can also provide financial support to international students through scholarships.

At Manchester Met, we are committed to recognizing high-achieving students and offer a comprehensive range of scholarships to provide financial support during your studies. 

These scholarships include:

• General and Vice-Chancellor’s International Regional Scholarships
• Postgraduate Scholarships for specific courses
•  Research Grants
• Business School International Postgraduate Scholarships
• Sports Scholarships

Find out more about scholarships. Terms and conditions apply.

Testimonials

“Manchester Met has been super supportive right from the start before I even arrived. welcome week was great, and the support services helped me out a lot, like revamping my CV to fit what employers here are looking for. Plus, the events organised by the Students’ Union made it easy to meet people. I would say Manchester Met is a great place to study. The courses are really well planned, and there is awesome support both for your academic life and personal life.”

Oluwabosipo, MSc Data Science, Nigeria

“What I love most about student life in Manchester is the perfect balance between vibrant city life and a strong student community. There is always something going on – whether it is live music, food festivals, art exhibitions, or football matches – it is impossible to be bored here. Another highlight is how diverse and welcoming the city is. As an international student, I felt included right away. There are so many cultures, backgrounds, and communities here, and it really helps you feel at home.”

Sven, BSc Physiotherapy, Singapore

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