The importance and support we give to postgraduate research are key reasons Manchester has the impact it has. Our postgraduate researchers contribute to society through innovative discoveries and new understandings, and this makes them more employable as a result.
At Manchester, we work closely with organisations ranging from government bodies to global businesses, from local health services to registered charities. These connections give our research programmes greater, more immediate impact. We turn enthusiasm into achievement and groundbreaking theory into cutting-edge practice. You'll quickly develop skills, knowledge and experience that will make employers sit up and listen.
We also encourage you to become the best you can be by participating in Stellify - a journey through Manchester's most transformational experiences, giving you a unique opportunity to experience true personal and professional growth during your time with us. Connect with Manchester and the world will connect with you.
The University of Manchester is large, yet compact enough to give the best of both worlds: city life and a campus community. Our campus occupies a large area close to the city centre, allowing students, staff, businesses and the wider public to come together, share ideas and collaborate. It is dominated by grand Victorian buildings but also has quiet corners, landscaped gardens, cafes and common rooms where you can relax and spend time with friends. Getting around the campus is easy. Everything is within walking distance or connected via a free bus service. Think of it as a village within a city.
The University of Manchester Library is one of the best-resourced academic libraries in the UK. Widely recognised as one of the world's great research libraries, the Library provides over 4 million printed books, more than 500,000 eBooks and access to 41,000 electronic journals and hundreds of online databases. Alongside traditional library services, we offer self-service facilities, state-of-the-art group study areas, an in-house binding service and Wi-Fi throughout. Our £24 million Alan Gilbert Learning Commons provides a stimulating 24/7 environment for study, combining inspiring decor with flexible spaces and the latest in learning technology. Across campus several specialist libraries offer subject-specific and tailored services. The John Rylands Library, a magnificent neo-Gothic building housing one of the world's finest collections of rare books and manuscripts, offers a vast array of resources that are available for you to use. It is also a thriving visitor attraction, with exhibitions and events taking place throughout the year.