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    Study in Manchester

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    The north's largest city has a diverse population, music heritage and sporting history.

    Manchester really has a bit of everything! From nights out at the Gay Village, to thrift-shopping around the Northern Quarter, there will be a scene that suits everyone! It is such a diverse city with people from all walks of life, so you’re guaranteed to fit in somewhere. The transport is very well-connected – between the buses and the tram, you’ll be able to get just about anywhere you need to, very easily! (Second year student, University of Manchester)

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    • Abigail

      Bournemouth University
      BA (Hons) Film
      Hi, I'm Abigail and I'm a third-year Film student! I'd be very happy to answer anything about filmmaking and media related questions at Bournemouth University, and what it’s like to move out for the first time and settle into a new city! :))

    • Abigail

      University of Essex
      Criminology
      Hello! My name is Abi, and I'm currently in my third year doing Criminology with Counselling Skills. I aspire to go into the police force to be a detective! I love helping others and cooking. Alongside my degree, I am doing some content creation and photography as a fun hobby as I also have a passion for both of those things.

    • Aayan

      City St George's, University of London
      Actuarial Science BSc (Hons)
      I did my Foundation year from INTO City, University of London. Currently doing BSc Data Analytics and Actuarial Science. I plan to work in Data / AI Field, I have strong interest in Trading and Content Creation 😊.

    • Abdul

      University of Lincoln
      Architecture - BA (Hons)
      “Hi! Feel free to ask me any questions about the courses here in Lincoln and also about the city itself. I am more than happy to help you with any questions you might have.”

    • Abbie

      Leeds Trinity University
      Primary Education (Early Years 3-7) with QTS BA (Hons)
      Hi I’m Abbie 🫶🏻. I am a primary education student here at Leeds trinity completing my first year currently. I live at home and commute in for my lectures. I am a course representative so look very closely into student feedback. I am also the mental health officer for Leeds trinity and look forward to building campaigns to help those at trinity! I was very nervous joining university but realised very quickly it’s like family where everyone is supportive and tries to help at any opportunity. The campus is beautiful and I love to study in lots of different spaces to change up the scenery every now and again! I have a dog walking business to satisfy my love of animals and am also a student ambassador for university. I work part time in a pub not far from the university and love to go running in my spare time to clear my mind! I came from sixth form to university and knew what course I wanted to do. I’m here to answer all of your questions about life at university hoping to give an insight on the student life and what to expect!

    • Aditi

      University College Birmingham
      Finance and Accounting
      I am Aditi Ghevade, from the city of Mumbai, India. Currently pursuing my postgraduate studies in Finance and Accounting, I find immense joy in delving into the intricacies of financial systems and exploring the world of numbers. Fluent in English, Hindi, Marathi, and even French, my multicultural and multilingual background has equipped me with a versatile skill set.

    • Accalia

      University of Sussex
      Law with International Relations LLB (Hons)
      I would love to be engaged in various sectors specifically Media, Law and International Business, My end goal is to be an international consultant for Caribbean small businesses.

    • Abdullah

      Liverpool John Moores University
      Computer Science, BSc (Hons)
      Currently in my second year, I’m focused on making the most of my degree and building a strong foundation in my field. After completing my bachelor’s, my plan is to pursue a master’s in Artificial Intelligence and Robotics. I’m passionate about using AI to tackle real-world challenges, and eventually, I’d love to work in a tech company that’s leading the way in innovation. My vision is to be part of projects that push the boundaries of what technology can achieve—I’m excited about what the future holds!

    • Aditya

      University of Glasgow
      Medicine [MBChB]
      Hello everyone, This is Aditya. I am a 2nd Year international medical student at the University of Glasgow. My aspiration is to become a cardiologist with a special interest in interventional cardiology and cardiac physics. I am open to any questions you guys might want to ask about the university, the medical school, or even the city and how it’s been adapting to a new culture as an international student :)

    • Adam

      Coventry University
      Sports Coaching BSc
      Hi there👋, My name is Adam and I am currently a first year Sports Coaching student and a lifelong Coventry habitant. Sports has been a massive part of my life which has lead me to studying the Sports Coaching Bachelor Degree here at Coventry. I am looking to pursue a career within Sport Coaching as I look to teach and coach others the amazing thing that is sport🤩. Feel free to ask me questions about the Sports Coaching Course and elements of University life😃 ⚽️🏀🎾🏓🏏

    • Abdul Rashid

      University of Aberdeen
      Biotechnology, Bioinformatics and Bio-business MSc
      My current career plan is to delve deep into the core of bioinformatics and try as much as possible to make it easy for future prospects in that field of study.

    • Abigail

      City St George's, University of London
      Politics BSc (Hons)
      Hi, my name is Abigail and I am a 2nd year Politics undergraduate, who wants to become a lawyer in common law. I am happy to answer questions regarding university, a career in law, etc! ❤️

    • Abbey

      Leeds Trinity University
      Criminology with Police Studies BA Combined (Hons)
      I am looking at going into the police after university and doing their graduate detective program. I enjoy watching all sorts of true crime documentaries.

    • Adeola Priscillia

      Coventry University
      MSc International Business Management
      I am currently studying International Business Management and have a background in education. Although I’ve recently started as a student ambassador, I bring previous customer service experience, which has strengthened my communication and interpersonal skills. I’m passionate about pursuing a career in global business, combining my interests in education and international management.

    • Aaliyah

      University of Hertfordshire
      Animation, film, games and creative media
      Hi, I'm Aaliyah! I am a final-year Games Art student and want to work hard to hone my skills and improve as a character artist! I am also a producer so if you want to talk about that specialism within Games and VFX then feel free to ask. You might be feeling a bit worried or uneasy about what there is and what the course entails but I am here to answer all your questions. No matter how big the question or how small :) Whilst I'm not in the other animation pathways (3D/VFX, 2D animation, Comic & Concept Art) I can always give my knowledge in those areas too. Just pop a message over! Very excited to talk about the courses with you :D

    • Adrianna

      Bangor University
      Marine Biology
      Hi, I'm Adrianna. I'm from North West England. I decided I wanted to do marine biology, when someone did an online talk at my college all about the marine environment and biology. My main hobbies include sewing; gaming; watching films and series; and spending time with friends and family. Some of my favorite games are Animal Crossing; Slime Rancher; and Stardew Valley. Some of my favorite movies/series are: How to Train Your Dragon; Vampire Diaries; Grey's Anatomy; and Disney movies.

    • Advika

      University of Glasgow
      Common Law [LLB]
      Hey there ! I am Advika from India🇮🇳 and I am a third year Common Law student. I would be happy to answer all your questions about the university, studies, student life, or anything else. Please feel free to chat 😊

    • Abigail

      University of Lincoln
      Dance - BA (Hons)
      Hi, I'm Abi and I'm a third-year BA (Hons) Dance Student. I'm from Suffolk. I started dancing from the age of 3 in Ballet, Modern and Tap and then also started training in Contemporary, Irish and Ballroom & Latin dance before completing both GCSE & A-level Dance. I'm now continuing my passion here at UOL and hope to continue this into a professional career!

    • Adrianna

      University of the Arts London
      Public Relations
      ✨Public Relations student passionate about creative storytelling & making an impact through strategic marketing. 📈Obsessed with digital analytics, media research 🔍, and fostering real connections within the media world! 🤝 👩‍🎓Active as a Peer Mentor, Senior Student Ambassador, and Media School Rep – always here to help and share my journey! 🌟 💡 Let’s chat all things PR, media, and beyond!

    • Abby

      Swansea University
      Sport and Exercise Science, BSc (Hons)
      I am a keen swimmer and am part of the University Swim team and have competed in the BUSL swim league as well as Welsh Varsity representing the university. The swim team is comprised of a range of abilities. I love what I study and am passionate about Sport Psychology and hope to pursue it as a Masters when I graduate. I am in my second year of the degree course and am loving it so far, so any questions about my course or the swim team are more than welcome.

    What Manchester's famous for...

    Corrie

    Arguably the most famous (and eventful) street in the whole country.

    Manchester Coronation Street sign

    Manchester nightlife, according to students

    The main two areas are Fallowfield and Northern Quarter. Fallowfield is full of relatively cheap pubs and clubs for students. The Northern Quarter is more for older people, and has a huge variety of places, [like] underground clubs, secret bars for fancy cocktails, and cosy pubs for beer and sport. (Second year student, University of Manchester)

    Manc music

    Factory Records, Mad-chester, Britpop... Music buffs will be in their element here. Manchester has played a pivotal role in music history.

    Stone Roses tickets

    Manchester nightlife, according to students

    Factory is undeniably iconic. It's the successor to The Hacienda, a world-famous club that saw the beginning of our music scene. Big Hands Bar on Oxford Road has a special place in my heart – definitely not because they serve noodles behind the bar. If you're looking for LGBTQ+ friendly places, Gay Village on Canal St is your go-to. Clubs like G-A-Y are always packed with safe faces. (Third year student, University of Manchester)

    City vs United

    Home to two of the country's biggest teams, Manchester City and Manchester United.

    Manchester United and Manchester City emblems

    Student life in Manchester

    Local gems, tips and things to do, as recommended by students.

    Treat yourself

    Spinningfields is pretty high-end. There’s a restaurant called 20 Stories, which has the best view in Manchester. (Second year student, University of Manchester)

    Low on cash

    Most of the museums are free (Manchester Art Gallery, People’s History Museum, Science and Tech Museum, Whitworth Gallery). The amazing Christmas markets are fun to wander around. (Second year student, University of Manchester)

    Friday feeling

    YES is a really nice bar with fairly reasonable prices. It has four floors that each have a different vibe: a basement club, the main bar and pizza parlour, a pink-walled gig venue, and a gorgeous roof terrace bar. (Third year student, University of Manchester)

    Catch up with mates

    Didsbury is a suburb of Manchester [with] a beautiful park. (Second year student, University of Manchester)

    Grab a bite

    Archies for cheap fast food. Love the waffles and veggie burgers. (University of Manchester student)

    When family visit

    The Peak District is a lovely change of scene from the city. (Second year student, University of Manchester)

    Feeling cultural

    The Museum of Science and Industry is brilliant, with a whole floor dedicated to interactive activities. Your siblings (and you!) can really get involved and learn about the history of Manchester. (Second year student, Manchester Metropolitan University)

    Sunday chiling

    HOME Manchester is a really great contemporary arts centre, with theatre space and a brilliant independent cinema. Tickets are also very affordable. (Third year student, University of Manchester)

    Manchester in pictures

    Platt Fields Park Lake

    (Megan Young, second year student at Manchester Metropolitan University)

    Platt Fields Park Lake, Manchester

     

    Living in Manchester, according to students

    We chose to live in Fallowfield as it's known as the sociable student area. It's a big mixture of students from the University of Manchester and Manchester Met. You do have to get a bus to uni, but it isn’t too long (maybe 20 minutes). (Second year student, Manchester Metropolitan University)

    Emmeline Pankhurst statue

    This is a statue in St Peter's Square, of Emmeline Pankhurst, a British suffragette from our town. She helped women win the right to vote, amongst other freedoms. (Emily, third year student at University of Manchester)

    Emmeline Pankhurst statue, Manchester

    Christmas lights

    Manchester's Christmas markets are magical and really make you feel like a kid again. (Second year student, UFCB)

    Manchester Christmas lights

     

    Living in Manchester, according to students

    Rusholme is super close to the city centre, as it's only a 20-minute walk up Oxford Road before you're right in the city. It's also home to the Curry Mile: a stretch of Asian restaurants and supermarkets, that are always vibrant and bustling. Rusholme is also very green, and it's not far from various parks, such as Whitworth and Platt Fields. (Third year student, University of Manchester)

    Hulme Arch

    (Jordan Strong, Manchester Metropolitan University student)

    Hulme Arch, Manchester

    Living in Manchester

    Housing, travel, and budgeting tips.

    Where you'll find students

    • Fallowfield
    • Hulme
    • Rusholme

    Local transport

    • £10
    • Manchester 7 Day MegaRider
    • Bus

    Student money tips

    The Curry Mile up Oxford Road is great to get all your fruit and veg, as it's much cheaper than the big supermarkets, and there's always something new to try. (Second year student, Manchester Metropolitan University)

    The cost of living as a student soon adds up, us our budget calculator to find out roughly how much you'll need each month.

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