Manchester
266 Reviews by Students #39 out of 422 University locations
Amazing city with lots to do, hard to get bored in Manchester
By member946421 On 5th March 20
Study in Manchester
Manchester’s places of study are Manchester Metropolitan University and The University of Manchester.
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The University Of Manchester
The University of Manchester is the third largest university in the UK, boasting over 40,000 students. Originally founded in 1824 as the Manchester Mechanic’s Institute, it has now become a member of the Russell Group. Based in the heart of Manchester, there is a variety of stunning old and new architecture. Awarded with a TEF Silver rating, The University of Manchester is famous for its academic and research excellence.
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Manchester Metropolitan University
Manchester Metropolitan is one of the UK's most applied-to universities, offering a wide variety of courses and professional accreditations to ensure that students learning can be applied to their chosen career. The University has a community of over 38,000 current students and more than 280,000 alumni. There are five different faculties within the University: Business and Law; Arts and Humanities; Education, Health, Psychology and Social Care and Science and Engineering.
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Manchester Student Life
Manchester has the biggest student population outside of London, so if you turn up here you know you’ll be well catered for. It’s a vibrant and energetic city with so much on offer when you need that well-earned time off from studies.
Cost of Living
Very affordable…
Very affordable and there is lots to do.
Imagine London but cheaper…
Its Manchester..... Imagine London but cheaper... Pints are £1.50 and there's a club for everyone. You can get an all you can eat Chinese for £4. You just have to know where to look
It’s quite expensive to live here…
It’s quite expensive to live here but you just have to budget for example; shop at Lidl / Aldi as opposed to Asda and go out on student nights and not on a Saturday where clubs are charging extortionate prices.
Public transport is so cheap here…
Public transport is so cheap here, and getting a student bus pass saves you hundreds.
Nights Out
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The Warehouse Project took the Manchester music scene by storm when it started in 2006. They bring in some of the biggest name DJ’s from around the globe hosting a series of club nights from September to NYE. Tickets sell out fast so make sure you have your finger on the pulse when they release the line-up!
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The Printworks is a popular venue among students and locals, home to bars such as Eden, Hard Rock Cafe, Bierkeller, Walkabout and more. It’s a guaranteed fun night out with friends!
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Manchester boasts a thriving live music scene; you’ll be spoilt for choice with venues to choose from. The city attracts both internationally and nationally recognised artists as well as supporting local up-and-coming acts. Here are a few popular spots to get you started: Gorilla, Soup, Deaf Institute and Band On The Wall.
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Public Transport
Manchester has excellent local, national and international transport links. Getting around the city itself is easy by foot and bike as well as having a comprehensive bus, tram and rail network. To get further afield, there are great connections by road and rail to the rest of the UK; you can be in London within 2 hours by train. Manchester also has its own airport, that flies to over 200 destinations: perfect if you fancy a European mini-break!
Eating Out
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Rudy’s has two relaxed neighbourhood pizzerias in the city, where they serve proper Neapolitan pizza. It will soon become your new favourite pizza spot!
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Northern Quarter is Manchester’s creative hub which has unique character and charm. There’s an array of quirky eateries to try such as Home Sweet Home for extravagant milkshakes and Nibble Cafe for delicious seasonal dishes.
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If you like street food then Manchester is the perfect place for you! There’s Mackie Mayor, a Grade II listed building with independent food vendors, Grub, which is street food heaven in the railway arches of Piccadilly, and Bundobust, an Indian street food and craft beer hall.
Shopping
Northern quarter is my favorite area…
Northern quarter is my favorite area with all the vintage shops and hipster food places. Arndales is nice for general shopping, but quite busy in the weekends.
Wide range of stores…
Shopping their is a wide range of stores all of which are situated in close proximity of each other and their Christmas markets are lush!
Shopping is great…
Shopping is great with places such as Trafford centre, arndale and market street.
The shopping facilities in Manchester are amazing…
The shopping facilities in Manchester are amazing, thr Arndale and market street are fantastic for high street shopping and then there is spinning fields, king street etc for more high end shopping. You also have easy access to the Trafford centre and the buses run really regularly to and from there so there is so many opportunities to shop
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Top 10 Tips
Manchester has loads of sports grounds all within close proximity of one another. You can watch a variety of sporting events including football, cricket and track and motocross cycling. If you’re more of a participant than a spectator, get involved in the Great Manchester Run.
From Manchester, you have easy access to the Peaks. Perfect if you’re the outdoors type, or if you need to entertain the parents when they come to visit.
An area for the LGBT scene. Stick around in the summer for Manchester Pride. Manchester is home to one of the UK’s largest LGBT communities so there will be plenty of ways to get involved.
A good first port of call for entertainment. Boasting food, drink, films, gigs, clubs and bars and even a gym; it has pretty much everything you’ll need.
Manchester has an impressive amount of festivals thanks to its cosmopolitan and creative energy. Whether you are into dance music, literature, food and drink or films, you’ll find a festival that’s right up your street.
One Manchester experience you are certainly not to miss is a visit (or several) to the Curry Mile on Wilmslow Road. Round up your mates and see who can stomach the hottest dish.
The Oxford Road Link bus connects the University of Manchester campuses with the city centre, and it’s free if you live on certain campuses.
Manchester’s Chinatown is one of the biggest outside of China itself. It’s a must for a meal out or just some interesting shopping. Head to International Buffet & Restaurant on Nicholas Street for an all-you-can-eat buffet and Buy One Get One Free on drinks.
The Royal Exchange Theatre is well worth a visit at some point, and if you think you can’t afford tickets, think again! As a student, if you book on the day of a performance, you can get tickets for just £10. Even better, you can nab one for a fiver on Mondays and possibly even free on a Friday if you call up at 12 pm!
Head down to the awesome Piccadilly Gardens on Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays. You can visit the street food stalls for a quality lunch and then stock up on fruit and veg for the week.
Top 10 Manchester Accommodation
River Street Tower
Management is amazing. They keep up with maintenance and cleaning, they organize little events every week or every other week and sometimes provide dr...
Manchester Court
My viewing and booking experience with Joanne for Manchester Court was really easy. All my questions were answered and any problems or queries were re...
Park View
I had an amazing experience at park view. The receptionist and maintenance people are lovely. A particular receptionist name Elena was one of the lo...
Saint Anselm Hall
St Anselm Hall is far more than a place to sleep. The hall provides a unique communal experience which, in turn, feeds into strong pastoral provision....
Ropemaker Court
Ropemaker Court’s location really couldn’t have been better. It’s in close proximity to the university and has many eat outs and grocery stores around...
Birley
By far the best halls in Manchester, clean, modern, friendly people, great location. Would love to do it all again...
Hulme Hall
I lived in Hulme in my first year and had a great time - was really social with the victoria park bar by the dining hall....
Denmark Road
Nice place to live in regarding money value and quality. Common areas are clean and location is quite while close to university campus. Staffs are ni...
Oak House
If I could still be living here permanently I would it's better than a 5 star hotel x...
Woolton Hall
Coming to Woolton wasn't my first choice however I'm so glad I got it! I've met the most amazing friends, unlike most halls the floors aren't shut off...
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Excellent shopping, dining...
Excellent shopping, dining facilities and amazing social life read more
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Cool city, Nice vibe, Great Experience, Nice shops, Malls and Entertainment Places read more
Manchester is a beautiful...
Manchester is a beautiful city and bring a uni town, one can expect to make a lot of friends from various milieus and backgrounds over here! read more
it is very fascinating...
it is very fascinating city and so adorable read more
The city is safe. There...
The city is safe. There are too many things to look around for. The beat part is that if you are a man utd fan, you can go to see the match. read more
Manchester is a perfect...
Manchester is a perfect mix of serenity and social experience. It’s easy for everyone to settle in without missing out anything. read more
Manchester is a fun and...
Manchester is a fun and vibrant city full of life. read more
It's a good city to study...
It's a good city to study and live. read more
Quite poor public transport....
Quite poor public transport. The cost of living is so expensive. read more
Manchester is a great...
Manchester is a great city to live due to its convenient transport. read more
There IS good public...
There IS good public transport, but the buses are SUPER expensive. Trams are good read more
Easy to get around and...
Easy to get around and sick night life read more
Public transport is limited...
Public transport is limited which only connect the city centre read more
The city is large, modern...
The city is large, modern and nice. You can have everything at your doorstep read more
Manchester, like any...
Manchester, like any other large city, has its positives and negatives, most of which can easily be guessed. I say however, choose carefully where you live as some parts of Manchester can be really expensive and fairly dangerous. I'd recommend spending a little extra on your accommodation to get into safer and nicer part of town with more things going on around you. read more
Go to 42s. But we need...
Go to 42s. But we need cheaper buses to get there. I love this city, there's so much diversity and cool hidden places if you're willing to explore, you'll find some gems. read more
Really easy to move around...
Really easy to move around Manchester using buses and there is a lot to do. Not much can be said about night’s out because of Covid-19 read more
I love the city. It’s...
I love the city. It’s very welcoming. read more
Manchester is a cheaper...
Manchester is a cheaper version of London and I think that sums it up. read more
Amazing town, great social...
Amazing town, great social space read more
Prices off accommodations...
Prices off accommodations increasing and transport and eating out much more expensive that some other cities read more
Overwhelming at first...
Overwhelming at first but a great place to experience new things, food and meet new people. Full of historical buildings, modern architecture (its just a big mash of new, old and quirky), galleries, music and alternative subcultures and just the best street style food from so many places👌 biggest drawback for me is that there are a lot of people who will approach you in the street, so be cautious if you aren't used to it. read more
It's Manchester innit,...
It's Manchester innit, gay Village is a vibe. read more
Great city and full of...
Great city and full of vibes. Always something to do for everyone read more
great city but can be...
great city but can be expensive to live read more
Great and cheap public...
Great and cheap public transport. Living cost are very good considering its a main city. Has an international airport that makes it easy for international students. read more
It's alright, but public...
It's alright, but public transport could be better as it often takes a long time or very complicated to get around read more
Plenty of places to eat...
Plenty of places to eat and night time activities to do. 2 major shopping centres in and around manchester means you can find anything and everything you’ll need. Can be expensive at times. read more
Expensive for a northern...
Expensive for a northern city, especially compared to Leeds and Sheffield. However, Manchester has everything! read more
Great city, public transport...
Great city, public transport is really good, many places to go out and see. read more
the best city to live...
the best city to live in 10/10 recommend read more
In the city, really easy...
In the city, really easy to get around read more
Cost of living is slightly...
Cost of living is slightly higher, food was great. read more
Many shopping malls I...
Many shopping malls I could go to and I am living near the train station which is comfortable for me to travel to everywhere. read more
The staff of IQ is very...
The staff of IQ is very nice and helpful. The living experience is very nice. read more
Such an amazing place...
Such an amazing place to live, so many different things to do from shopping, to drinking/eating out to going bowling or cinema. So many different forms of public transport so you’ll never need to worry about getting round places read more
Great vibrant city -...
Great vibrant city - full of diversity- everyone is friendly read more
I love it here. Everything...
I love it here. Everything is very accessible read more
Already lived here so...
Already lived here so not that much of a change read more
Only fast food shops...
Only fast food shops are found. read more
A wonderful city - surprisingly...
A wonderful city - surprisingly full of parks too read more
Lovely city to live in...
Lovely city to live in with good student entertainment etc read more
I like most of the things...
I like most of the things in Manchester, even the weather read more
So much to do and places...
So much to do and places to visit read more
couldn’t do most of these...
couldn’t do most of these things for 5 of the months i was here, but manchester is a great city to live in when everything is open. read more
Manchester is an awesome...
Manchester is an awesome place to live. The climate is neither too hot nor too cold. The cost of living is less than London. Also, various types of food from all over the world is available here. read more
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Good good good good good start good read more
Everything is on your...
Everything is on your doorstep here read more
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Manchester’s great. I...
Manchester’s great. I really like it here read more
very fun city, can meet...
very fun city, can meet a lot of different people, great restaurants. read more
Manchester City is really...
Manchester City is really a very vibrant city, and it’s easy to meet acquaintances read more
brilliant brilliant brilliant...
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Public transport can...
Public transport can be a bit inefficient. read more
Nice city nice view and...
Nice city nice view and i like this cityvery much read more
Manchester is a very...
Manchester is a very good city with convenient transportation. Although the house price here is expensive, it is very suitable for living. The downtown is lively and prosperous, which is suitable for taking photos. read more
Manchester is a very...
Manchester is a very vibrant and up and coming city with lots to do read more
Loved my stay in Park...
Loved my stay in Park View for my second year in university. The rooms are good quality and clean. Great and friendly staff who are always there when needed. Any issue is resolved asap. I am sad to go and leave the family I made here with the staff and other students living in park view. read more
Good all round! Lots...
Good all round! Lots of interesting places especially in NQ and loads of student friendly bars round halls. Aldi and Lidl both shortish walks away and other shops nearby read more
I am Manchester born...
I am Manchester born and raised so the only issue is public transport really. read more
Manchester is a very...
Manchester is a very big city, shopping is very convenient, almost everything can be bought in the shops here. To be honest, you can meet all kinds of people here, this is an inclusive city. read more
A great city to live...
A great city to live in full of risks and places to make unforgettable experiences. It's like london, but less fancy and more affordable. 10/10 read more
Manchester is the best...
Manchester is the best place to be for a student. Although it’s a big city things are still close enough together so that you can get around easily, there’s loads of public transport and there’s loads and loads of bars and restaurants. There is definitely something for everyone as there are lots of student bars as well as high end bars and restaurants so you would definitely find something that suits you. read more
A bit pricy living cost...
A bit pricy living cost and decent city read more
Yeah I like Manchester...
Yeah I like Manchester it’s a decent gaff read more
Manchester is a good...
Manchester is a good place to live because the housing price is not very high and the city is not big. It nears to Leeds Liverpool and other famous cities in uk . There are lot of restaurants and shops . read more
Great city, loads of...
Great city, loads of restaurants, bars, parks.... Would recommend living in Withington or Didsbury, avoid Fallowfield at all costs if you don't want to get robbed/broken into, assaulted read more
Good city but needs a...
Good city but needs a bit more to do read more
So Manchester actually...
So Manchester actually looks a little industrialized, but I can promise that the life here is super convenient. The city center has big malls and plenty of choice of supermarkets. Also the Chinese elements here can make Chinese students feel like home, so it’s nice, no need to hesitate whether to live here! read more
Manchester is a very...
Manchester is a very fun city. Lots to do like shopping and site seeing. Locals very polite and nights out are the one read more
Couldn't fault Manchester...
Couldn't fault Manchester as a city itself. It's bursting with life, has fantastic transport links, and numerous places to eat out. All very affordable too. read more
Been in Manchester all...
Been in Manchester all my life, bored of it now. It's just alright meh. read more
a nice city in the north,...
a nice city in the north, quite cheap if compared to London read more
An amazing student city...
An amazing student city with so many things to offer. Manchester is among the best student cities in Europe. read more
Nice city, lots of things...
Nice city, lots of things to do read more
A fantastic student city...
A fantastic student city offering a diversity of choices. read more
Rusholme is generally...
Rusholme is generally a more expensive area, being close to the city. But there is some affordable student accommodation in the area. Satisfy your food cravings in Curry Mile. read more
I think it is dangerous...
I think it is dangerous at night. read more
A great place to live....
A great place to live. Would recommend read more
Haven’t been able to...
Haven’t been able to have much experience read more
Manchester’s amazing....
Manchester’s amazing. Got a wide range of shops, clubs and pubs for everyone’s taste and has a very friendly atmosphere read more
Lots of nice restaurants,...
Lots of nice restaurants, shops & good transport read more
Plenty of buses taking...
Plenty of buses taking you directly to town centre or a 30 minute walk from uni campus Plenty of things to do read more
0161 to the world & back!...
0161 to the world & back! Manchester has my heart and will be the best city in the UK read more
Manchester's an amazing...
Manchester's an amazing city, so much going on 24/7, loads of different activities/events and something for everyone. Hundreds of independent restaurants/bars etc you'll never run out of things to do and a very unique city read more
Manchester is a great...
Manchester is a great city with so much to do, but it’s not so big it’s daunting! read more
River street tower offers...
River street tower offers students a comfortable stay in a shared accommodation facility. With 24 hour security.It is perfect for residents. read more
always be home, but god...
always be home, but god i hate this place read more
Manchester is one of...
Manchester is one of the best cities to live in or study at, everything is so vibrant and fun! You'll always have something to do within the city and things are affordable for students. Shopping is amazing and there are so many fppd places to choose from. read more
Fairly average experience...
Fairly average experience Manchester has a lot to offer read more
public transport is great-...
public transport is great- buses running throughout the night read more
Good transport links...
Good transport links to the rest of the country. I find the food options not as diverse as London, and there are far too few genuine restaurants. Most of the popular Northern Quarter restaurants are just glorified bars that serve burgers, chicken and chips, not exactly ground breaking. There are a few gems, like Northern Soul Grilled Cheese, Pasta Factory, Noi Quattro, and The Hip Hop Chip Shop. The nights out are good, with the bars of NQ, Warehouse Project and the GAY village open till 6am, there's something for everyone. read more
Manchester is such a...
Manchester is such a great city read more
Manchester as a city...
Manchester as a city is fun, vibrant and really diverse. A must see place if you want a real Northern experience! read more
You get what you pay...
You get what you pay for in terms of housing, we pay around £850 a month(not including bills) for a nice 2 bed apartment fairly far from the uni. Fallowfield is the cheapest place to live but people get broken into(at least 2 or 3 a day that I see on facebook). Landlords here definitely take advantage of naive students, know your rights! Shops range from Aldi/Lidl to Sainsburies in the student areas, suiting every budget. Eating out is amazing in Manchester. From meaty places to eco veggie vegan eateries, you really can find it all. Nights out are okay, but expensive from what I hear. Surprisingly few shops for such a large town but the northern quarter has some nice little indie places. Public transport is amazing, the "magic bus" service runs constantly and I've never waited more than 5 minutes for a bus from the uni campus! read more
Love manchester, so glad...
Love manchester, so glad I moved here everything you could need worthing travelling distance. read more
Nice city to live in...
Nice city to live in for young people read more
Manchester is very cheap,...
Manchester is very cheap, decent nightlife if you care about that. Lots of students but also lots of non-students so you don't feel like you're in a bubble. read more
Great city for studends...
Great city for studends since you have a nice social scheme. The city center could be bigger but it has a really active night life. It gives you the impression that is basically a student city. The transport is great both to go to fallowfield as to go to the city center (although sometimes depending on the traffic it can take up a lot of time). There are buses all night long so there is no problem when coming back from a night out. read more
It's where I live and...
It's where I live and love it. OU is distant learning. read more
Manchester isn’t what...
Manchester isn’t what it used to be I feel. The particular night life I enjoy is lost to the commercialised and artificial feel of the city. However there are some absolute gems keeping the DIY aspect of Manchester alive such as Yes, Gorilla, The Castle Hotel, Rose and Monkey, HOME Cinema, Gullivers and The Lass O’ Gowrie. read more
Not reviewing the university,...
Not reviewing the university, just the accommodation at MSV South, which is appalling read more
Very affordable and there...
Very affordable and there is lots to do. Everyone is friendly and welcoming read more
Refund your tenants (vita...
Refund your tenants (vita student) during global pandemic like United Students, Liberty，Msv and IQ. If you continue to do ignore our requests ... we are gathering students to boycott this read more
Love the city way too...
Love the city way too much. Student friendly read more
Manchester is a great...
Manchester is a great city to live in read more
A great city without...
A great city without the London Prices read more
it is cool. people really...
it is cool. people really love it here. if you are caucasian this is the place for you, otherwise it still is but only with the right friends read more
Its Manchester..... Imagine...
Its Manchester..... Imagine London but cheaper... Pints are £1.50 and there's a club for everyone. You can get an all you can eat Chinese for £4. You just have to know where to look read more
Amazing city with lots...
Amazing city with lots to do, hard to get bored in Manchester read more
It’s so easy to get around...
It’s so easy to get around and cheap as well if you have a bus pass. There are also cheap supermarkets all around the city. read more
All quite easy enough...
All quite easy enough to get to read more
Manchester is a well...
Manchester is a well rounded city when it comes to its provsions. As I live at home, the cost of living is lower than the average student but is catered for by student discounts on travel and in certain shops/restaurants. As the campus is in the city centre there isnt a shortage of shopping places for food, clothes or miscellaneous read more
Manchester is a well...
Manchester is a well rounded city when it comes to its provsions. As I live at home, the cost of living is lower than the average student but is catered for by student discounts on travel and in certain shops/restaurants. As the campus is in the city centre there isnt a shortage of shopping places for food, clothes or miscellaneous read more
I got a bus pass which...
I got a bus pass which saves a lot of money. The student accommodation can be good for your money too as I have an en suite for £120 a week and the night life is great. read more
Manchester is a great...
Manchester is a great city. You can find anything in affordable prices. Public transport is nice and organised. read more
The 142 will take you...
The 142 will take you to factory every Monday so don't worry. read more
It’s quite expensive...
It’s quite expensive to live here but you just have to budget for example; shop at Lidl / Aldi as opposed to Asda and go out on student nights and not on a Saturday where clubs are charging extortionate prices. read more
Manchester is a great...
Manchester is a great city to live in. Lots of stuff to do and always something happening. Northern quarter is my favorite area with all the vintage shops and hipster food places. Arndales is nice for general shopping, but quite busy in the weekends. Good biking facilities. University isnt that far from the centre and buses come every 10 minutes. Loved living there. read more
Best public transport....
Best public transport. Frequent buses so never have to wait around. Nights out are amazing and something for everyone - every night of the week. Great variety of restaurants both in city centre and around other student areas. Rent is expensive but the experience of living in Manchester is worth it. read more
Accommodation is considerably...
Accommodation is considerably higher than many other cities in the north of England, despite this it has rife opportunity and a great city of your into music and sport. read more
Public transport is constant...
Public transport is constant and connected to everything in Manchester. Shopping is decent. Can be expensive as with most city's read more
the worst university...
the worst university has ever seen in my life poor program espicially dentistry, harassment, exclusion, racism, victimization intimidating staff. Be careful to not study at this university at all!!!! They fooled me and provided me with Dip instead of MSc because i raised a complaint !!!! i paid 40,000 GPB Don't study at this University pleaseee!!!! read more
Amazing city . Originally...
Amazing city . Originally from london area and this is a cheaper, more student friend London with just as many opportunities read more
great big vibrant city...
great big vibrant city with a lot to do read more
Manchester is brilliant,...
Manchester is brilliant, great place to be a student read more
By far my favourite city...
By far my favourite city so far, Manchester is cheap and fun. There is always something to do out and the nightlife is incredible. Public transport is so cheap here, and getting a student bus pass saves you hundreds. read more
Manchester is great,...
Manchester is great, nights out are great, clothes shopping even better. read more
manchester is nice city...
manchester is nice city friendly people read more
So easy to get around,...
So easy to get around, loads of food choices and the nights out are amazing. Bongos bingo is here frequently so definitely recommend. read more
Fantastic student city,...
Fantastic student city, one of the best in the country. read more
The city centre is very...
The city centre is very close to the university and is very accessible. read more
As Mancunian my review...
As Mancunian my review may be conceived about slighltly biased but if you know where to go, where to eat and what the transport links are then you will survive the chaotic city centre. It does take time to get used to even for someone from Manchester but once you work out the culture and lifestyle you'll be right as rain. read more
Really cheap for students...
Really cheap for students as you always get deals!!! Nights out are amazing and bus passes are cheap for the amount of time you will use it !!! read more
Public transport is kinda...
Public transport is kinda expensive and not very reliable, which is a must in such a big city. Otherwise great, you can never get bored, always something to do read more
Absolutely love it expensive...
Absolutely love it expensive but worth it 2nd best night out behind newcastle read more
It’s more expensive here...
It’s more expensive here than my home city of Liverpool despite it being close by and not being that much bigger but it’s at least cheaper than places like London. Nights out can be really good if you find the right places but some places aren’t great and I think there needs to be even more available to the alternative community since Satan’s is not open every night and as much as I love it, the same place gets a bit repetitive. Tried the indie clubs, not a fan. Public transport is a lot better than we have it in Liverpool but buses can still be late and inconvenience you. Trains are often late or cancelled too but I guess I’m giving this a good rating as it’s much worse where I’m from so to me, this is actually an improvement. Also the fact that the bus I take to uni comes like every 2 mins so that one is convenient. read more
Culturally varied, but...
Culturally varied, but not as livid as the capital, cheap with variety of venues. Not safe at night, terrible public transport read more
We have a wide range...
We have a wide range of public transport which are very regular and easy to access. Eating out in Manchester is quite pricey unless you stick to Nandos or pizza express. Shopping their is a wide range of stores all of which are situated in close proximity of each other and their Christmas markets are lush! Cost of living is average in comparison to most places quite cheap! The nights out are great especially student night they are cheap and affordable. read more
cheapish public transport...
cheapish public transport and best night out ever read more
It’s not the cheapest...
It’s not the cheapest place but it is such a fantastic place to live and go around. Very busy which suits most read more
Wilmslow road has heavy...
Wilmslow road has heavy food so you’re sorted there. Nice city lots of different areas you’ll find one you like. Nightlife is good but worse than other cities nearby ( Liverpool newcastle leeds ) same with cosy of living. Public transport is expensive. 4 quid for a day ticket are you Messin. Bus pass is cheap though. read more
Really good buses could...
Really good buses could come more regularly but overall very good city b read more
Good public transport,...
Good public transport, bar trains. read more
Socialable area, lots...
Socialable area, lots to do. Friendly but busy. Safe public services read more
I love the city of Manchester,...
I love the city of Manchester, here there is something for everyone. In particular I love the parks and the Northern Quarter, as well as all of the great art galleries and libraries. read more
Great buzz- always something...
Great buzz- always something going on read more
I don’t go out but my...
I don’t go out but my friends who do have a blast everywhere they go. Manchester’s a really cool, modern city. I’ve come from London so the transport was never going to be as good as back home but is still amazing and fairly cheap read more
Everything is close....
Everything is close. Manchester is always thriving and hosts an impressive range of things to do in the day and at night, as well as different seasons. Even better is the fact there is so many transport options for low fares. read more
There are endless things...
There are endless things to do in Manchester. Public transport runs at all times meaning access to shops, restaurants and even nights out is easy. read more
Cost of living is higher...
Cost of living is higher than in towns etc, which can be hard when you’re a student struggling with money. but there’s so many different places for nights out which can fit anyone, which is great. big shopping centres and many restaurants to pick from. read more
Manchester ticks all...
Manchester ticks all the boxes as a city but is it miserable. God yes... read more
Easy to get around, plenty...
Easy to get around, plenty of bikes/buses/cabs/whatever when you can't be bothered to walk it. Heaving with stuff to do including clubs/pubs/bars/bowling alleys/snooker halls/restaurants/indoor golf yards/cinemas/and on and on and on... read more
Great city, great place,...
Great city, great place, like a cheap London. read more
Shopping is amazing,...
Shopping is amazing, £1 buses all through the centre, night life is amazing!! read more
Close to the city centre,...
Close to the city centre, good choice of restaurants and bars. read more
Manchester has everything...
Manchester has everything you could possibly want, amazing nightlife; something for everyone. Shopping is great with places such as Trafford centre, arndale and market street. There is enough restaurants to try a new one each week. read more
Manchester itself is...
Manchester itself is a great student city - but shame the course didn’t live up read more
Got something for everyone...
Got something for everyone and a crowd for everyone to fit in wirh read more
Manchester is a brilliant...
Manchester is a brilliant city to be a student in. There are about 70,000 here so finding friends is the easy part! Tonnes of different clubs for everyone and every night out is a good one! read more
Manchester is a student...
Manchester is a student friendly city and is extremely multicultural. It is a great city which is very welcoming and culturally rich. There are many historic places which makes the stay even more welcoming- from Gay Village to Fallowfield. Manchester is an amazing choice as a student city and I will gladly recommend it to anyone considering moving here for uni e read more
Easy to access most places,...
Easy to access most places, literally nothing you can’t find here read more
The most homely and welcoming...
The most homely and welcoming place around. Everyone is so lovey and you really feel the community ethos in Manchester, especially the student life here. Plenty of bars, restaurants and nightclubs, so a night out is always full of things to do. The prices are great too, most people think it’s expensive because it’s a big city but you get what you pay for! £2 cocktails in some bars! read more
Manchester is amazing...
Manchester is amazing for nights out and socialising! Theres much to do and so many cool places to discover! As a student I have absolutely fallen in love with Manchester despite being scared of it the first few times I visited read more
So many food choices...
So many food choices sick night out and not too pricey. Buses are s*** tho read more
Very good up and coming...
Very good up and coming city, plenty to do here. read more
Everything you’d expect...
Everything you’d expect from a major city in good and bad points. Manchester is class though, can’t beat it! read more
Besides London, there...
Besides London, there is no better place in the UK for nights out and generally everything than Manchester. read more
Everything price wise...
Everything price wise is reasonable and public transport is v cheap read more
Great student city to...
Great student city to live in. I'm from Newcastle ut I would say the night out are better in Manchester read more
Excellent vibe, with...
Excellent vibe, with a big city feel without the overpopulation read more
A lot of buses, many...
A lot of buses, many shops. Close to city centre. Good food variety. read more
Manchester is my favourite...
Manchester is my favourite city, plenty to do, to eat out, known for its nights out read more
Compact student city,...
Compact student city, with everything nearby. Lots to do and see. read more
Manchester seems more...
Manchester seems more expensive than other cities but it has everything and I love it! read more
Manchester is an extraordinary...
Manchester is an extraordinary city! It is vibrant and there are so many choices and opportunities as well!! read more
Nights out in Manchester...
Nights out in Manchester are f****** fantastic. Hotmess at Revolution Deansgate Locks on a Wednesday is a must read more
Manchester is an affordable...
Manchester is an affordable city for students as food can be bought cheaply from supermarkets such as Aldi. read more
Way too expensive, if...
Way too expensive, if you are not coming from a wealthier family it will be hard to survive read more
The city of Manchester...
The city of Manchester is amazing! Always something to do. In second and third year you usually move to Fallowfield. This requires a bus to university but they are so frequent it really isn’t an issue. read more
Buses and trams are frequent...
Buses and trams are frequent and easy to use. The shopping, food and nights out are excellent. I love that there is such a big student population, it really makes you feel accepted and comfortable in the city. read more
Busses down oxford road...
Busses down oxford road mean you can get anywhere quickly and also Uber’s everywhere read more
Very good bars, but not...
Very good bars, but not as many shops as i thought there would be considering the size of the city. bus services are very frequent and good, especially along oxford road, which is quite cheap read more
Very good bars, but not...
Very good bars, but not as many shops as i thought there would be considering the size of the city. bus services are very frequent and good, especially along oxford road, which is quite cheap read more
The City is big with...
The City is big with many cultural events going on and is relatively cheap compared to other big cities read more
Cheap nights out unless...
Cheap nights out unless further into the centre or Deansgate. Busiest bus route in Europe and buses are £1. read more
Very easy to get around...
Very easy to get around and always something to do! read more
No matter what day or...
No matter what day or what time the town is always buzzing! read more
Cannot fault Manchester....
Cannot fault Manchester. Firstly, it's not expensive to live here at all, especially in fallowfield. Secondly, any music taste is catered to on nights out and you literally have a different night to suit everyone, which is so good in a student city. There are plenty of places to go out for food and drink and depending on your mood and budget you have so many options and they are all easily accessible through the amazing public transport links in Manchester. You won't wait more than five minutes for a bus anywhere and there are also trams and trains to get yous round the city and out of the city. The shopping facilities in Manchester are amazing, thr Arndale and market street are fantastic for high street shopping and then there is spinning fields, king street etc for more high end shopping. You also have easy access to the Trafford centre and the buses run really regularly to and from there so there is so many opportunities to shop read more
Pound buses to town. Go...
Pound buses to town. Go to northern quarter, eat a burger at solita, you'll love it! Manchester has everything you could ask for and things you wouldn't even think of!! read more
Manchester (the city...
Manchester (the city of romance) is where my life really began. It was here the love of my life entered my world. read more
£1 busses from the Uni...
£1 busses from the Uni Halls to the City Centre, it's great! read more
Manchester is like London...
Manchester is like London but smaller and better. There are no end of restaurants, cafes, bars, clubs to explore for every individual. The transport links are the best, sporting the busiest bus route in Europe. For shopping, the city centre has a variety of shops along with the Arndale Centre, and the Trafford centre is just a short bus ride away. Manchester is, ultimately, the place to be. read more
Moving to Manchester...
Moving to Manchester was the best decision of my life. read more
Absolutely amazing student...
Absolutely amazing student city all round! read more
It is a large city, meaning...
It is a large city, meaning you're likely to find whatever you're looking for, whether it be clothing, food, venue, etc. read more
Cons?
Everything is very spread out, aside from popular shops, and sub-standard chain restaurants. Going on a night out is hit and miss, as you have to pick a venue or two, and stick to them. It would be too far to go to an equivilent venue, especially during winter.