Manchester Metropolitan University Reviews

Manchester Met is home to one of the UK’s largest and most diverse student communities, with more than 44,000 students representing over 120 countries. Located in the heart of Manchester, they deliver excellent education and a tailored university experience for their students. That's why they've been named Modern University of the Year for two years running (Good University Guide 2026 and 2027) and recognised in the Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF), proudly holding Gold status.

Manchester Met are ranked in the UK top 20 for student experience for the last two years in the National Student Survey (2025 and 2026) and second in the UK* for work experience - based on student feedback - in the Higherin Careers rankings, students are more positive than ever about their time at Manchester Met. Manchester Met has also been named University of the Year for Scholarships and Bursaries (The Times and The Sunday Times Good University Guide 2027) and the Best University for Apprenticeships at the Apprenticeship Guide Awards (2026).

As a Manchester Met student, you’ll study in a top five UK student city, on a campus with world-class learning spaces, a lively students’ union and fantastic social hubs. It’s a destination of opportunity, where you can explore a range of modules, activities and new experiences to make the most of your time here, with support every step of the way. It all makes for a university experience as individual as you are.

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Manchester Metropolitan University Open Days

Open days are a chance to experience life at Manchester Met. You’ll tour their city campus, get a taste of the student experience, and discover the many opportunities and support services that are available. You’ll also be able to learn more about your chosen course, meet teaching staff, chat with students and explore learning options like placements and study abroad.

Undergraduate Events

Join Manchester Met at an undergraduate Open Day to explore their campus, chat with tutors and students, view your accommodation options, and discover student support services and scholarship opportunities. And don’t forget to take some time to explore the vibrant city of Manchester when you visit them. 

Book your undergraduate open day now. 

Postgraduate Events

Manchester Met offers open days throughout the year for anyone interested in postgraduate study. You’ll chat with students, tutors, support staff and find out all you need to know about applying and funding your studies. For those who can’t make it to campus, Manchester Met offer regular webinars covering topics related to postgraduate learning.  

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Peer to Peer Chat with Current Students

Keen to hear what students think about Manchester Met? Their friendly student ambassadors are always happy to chat to you about their experiences of studying at Manchester Met, to give you a better idea of student life at the University. 

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Where is Manchester Metropolitan University Located? 

Manchester Met’s campus is located in the North West of England, at the heart of one the UK’s top-five student cities (QS Best Student Cities 2026). Manchester is an exciting city, bustling night and day, where students can satisfy all their food, drink, music and shopping needs. It’s a transport hub, an inclusive centre for culture, and a worldfamous home of elite sport.  

You couldn’t be better placed to explore the North West and beyond. Manchester Met is just five minutes from Manchester Oxford Road Railway Station, and there’s no shortage of trains, buses, taxis and trams to get you where you want to go.  

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Graduate Outcomes

Manchester Met is renowned for putting employability at the heart of the learning experience. They have strong industry connections, providing access to valuable networking and internship opportunities. Many courses are accredited by key industry bodies, offering a streamlined route into competitive professional careers.

Their tailored student development programme - Future Me - gives you the space and support to explore your future on your own terms, with a wide range of courses, projects, career resources available. The on-campus careers events enable you to meet employers and explore career options. And support continues when you graduate – Manchester Met alumni get lifetime access to digital careers resources.

Facilities

Manchester Metropolitan University is proud to be a top 5 sustainable university for more than a decade (People and Planet University League, UK). 

Over ten years (2015-2025), they’ve invested more than £400 million into award-winning buildings and facilities to deliver excellence in education and research.  

As part of the Public Realm Masterplan – aiming to create a more sustainable and engaging campus for all – All Saints Park has been transformed to provide a more biodiverse, safe and welcoming space for our community. Manchester Met have enhanced their campus to be more accessible and inclusive, with clear pathways and designated walking routes, making it easier to navigate and enjoy the space. 

Manchester Met are currently undergoing a Library Transformation Programme, reimagining the academic library to provide a cutting-edge facility for our students. 

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What is Manchester like?

Manchester is an energetic city, rich with history and bustling night and day, where you can satisfy all your food, drink and shopping needs. It’s a transport hub, a centre for culture and creativity, and a world-famous home for elite sport. And our campus is at the heart of it all — just a stone’s throw away from all the city has to offer. 

Manchester not only offers an unparalleled student experience, but it also provides a wealth of opportunities after you graduate. 

Rated in the UK’s top-five student cities (QS Best Student Cities 2026), Manchester is cosmopolitan, but down to earth at its core, welcoming people from across the globe. 

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Student Life

Manchester is a place where you can find a strong sense of belonging. The city is special, and the Manchester Met campus is right at the centre of it. Manchester Metropolitan University accommodation offers you a safe space where you can share experiences and build friendships that last a lifetime.  

The Union is the beating heart of campus with an ever-changing schedule of events and activities.There are over 100 sports clubs and societies, including football, faith groups, film, baking, LGBTQ+, Taylor Swift and many more.   

Manchester Met’s sports teams play against other UK universities and colleges in competitive matches, and the University also offers more relaxed sporting alternatives. Manchester Met is there to help you at every step of your student journey with extensive support services including academic and study skills, counselling, mental health and wellbeing, and dedicated disability and inclusion services.

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