Manchester Metropolitan University
Ranking
38Established in
1824Famous For
Art, Business, Marketing, Technology
Fees
£18,500 - £22,500
- Overview
- Services
- Rankings
- Accommodation
- Location
- Courses
- Scholarships
Overview
Your ambition leads to Manchester.
Join the Modern University of the Year 2026 (The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide). Manchester Metropolitan University (Manchester Met) is a leading university in a vibrant, global city.
Home to a diverse community of more than 5,000 international students from over 120 different countries, Manchester Met is one of the largest universities in the UK, with more than 44,000 students. Manchester has one of the largest student populations in Europe: 100,000 students, including 27,000 international students (Complete University Guide).
Why international students choose Manchester Met:
- Generous international scholarships
- Diverse international community
- Manchester city centre location
- More than £400m campus investment in facilities, buildings and public spaces
- Lifelong career advice
Manchester Metropolitan University Scholarships
The university provides a wide range of scholarships for international students to help support you financially in achieving your ambition – from undergraduate and postgraduate awards to subject-specific and sport scholarships. T&Cs apply.
Apply for September 2026
If you would like to join Manchester Met in September, you can apply now. Visit mmu.ac.uk/international to find out more.
Services
Welcoming international students is a key priority at Manchester Metropolitan University, and a dedicated International Team is available to support students throughout their journey. Assistance is provided for any queries students may have before leaving their home country.
The University offers a range of support services once students arrive, including guidance on careers, finances, wellbeing, and learning. Free English language coaching and support from the Academic and Study Skills team are also available. The Student Hub serves as a central information service for all student-related matters, referring students for specialist support on accommodation, studying, finance, immigration, and welfare.
The Counselling, Mental Health and Wellbeing Service provides guidance through one-to-one sessions and group workshops, covering topics such as relaxation, stress management, and confidence building.
All students at the University are automatically members of the Students’ Union, which ensures they have the best possible experience during their studies. The Union runs the International Student Group specifically for international students at Manchester Met, organising social and cultural events, as well as trips across the UK
Rankings
- 38th in the Times University Guide 2026
- 33rd in the Guardian University Guide 2026
- 50th in the Complete University Guide 2026
Ranked in the top 10 for the power of research in subjects (REF 2021): Art & Design (2nd), Sport and Exercise Science (6th), English Language and Literature (8th), and Education (9th).
Accommodation
International students can access a range of accommodation options while studying at Manchester Met, from en-suite rooms in shared flats to bedrooms with shared kitchens and bathrooms. Self-contained studio flats are also available. For more information visit the accommodation page on Manchester Metropolitan’s website.
Location
Located in the centre of the city, the Manchester Metropolitan campus is conveniently close to the city’s world-renowned music, sports and cultural venues, as well as the second-largest Chinatown in Britain.
Courses offered at Manchester Metropolitan University
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