Manchester Metropolitan University

Manchester is an affordable, cosmopolitan city, with a diverse mix of communities and culture. It's a creative hub for the media, digital and technology sectors and home of world-class sport. It provides great potential for business growth and new ventures.

• Throughout the year, music festivals and cultural events feature across Manchester's calendar including the biennial Manchester International Festival.
• With a multitude of bars and live music venues across the city, students have every opportunity to experience Manchester's nightlife.
• One of the country's best shopping destinations, there's everything from high-end retail to vintage and independent boutiques, as well as markets and high street brands.
• From cricket to cycling, sport is part of Manchester's DNA. Home to two of football's largest and most successful clubs, the city also has the National Football Museum.
• The city is renowned for its thriving cultural scene, with 70 museums and galleries to explore across Greater Manchester.

• University-approved accommodation is guaranteed to all eligible full-time undergraduates (for details, see university website).
• Accommodation comprises a range of halls of residence, including 11 university-owned or leased, with 50% of rooms en suite.
• With affordable accommodation located near the campus and city centre amenities, choose a studio or live with up to 14 people.
• There are accessible rooms for students with mobility difficulties and sensory impairments in a range of different properties.
• Support is available from a dedicated Residential Life team through to a 24/7 security team, and events for residents.

• As one of the largest student bodies in the country, the Union helps students get the most out of their time at university.
• The Union's student-focused Advice Centre has achieved the Advice Quality Standard, a nationally recognised accreditation.
• It boasts over 150 sports clubs and societies.

• The campus is at the heart of Manchester, meaning that the city centre is never more than 15 minutes' walk away.
• It is close to the city's cycle and bus routes, railway stations, Metrolink tram routes and major motorway networks.
• There's a free city-centre shuttle bus that covers the main city centre areas.
• Manchester Airport is just 10 miles south of Manchester city centre, with fast and frequent rail and tram links to the city.
• The university website has information on travel options and discounts for students.

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