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The Manchester Metropolitan University

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The Manchester Metropolitan University: the applicant's brief

6 findings
  1. The short answer

    The Manchester Metropolitan University is a public university in Manchester, England. It suits students who want a large UK university with a broad teaching and staff base in a city setting.

  2. What you can study

    Manchester Metropolitan University has four faculties. It does not list individual subject areas or programme names in the available information, so the current programme catalogue should be checked on the university website.

  3. Getting in

    International applicants should apply through the university’s official admissions route and check the entry requirements for their chosen course on the university website. The university does not list course-by-course admissions rules, document requirements, or application deadlines in the available information, so confirm those details directly before applying.

  4. What it costs

    The university does not publish a tuition fee range in the available information, so confirm the current fee for your course and study level with its admissions office. Living costs in Manchester will depend on accommodation, transport, and personal spending, so budget for those separately.

  5. Coming from abroad

    The university is in the United Kingdom; the language of instruction is not stated in the available information, so confirm that on the official website. Before applying, check entry requirements, visa timing, tuition fees, and whether your chosen course is open to international students.

  6. How it compares

    With 193 universities in the United Kingdom, Manchester Metropolitan University stands out mainly for its size rather than a narrow specialist profile. Its reported enrolment of 44,000 students and four faculties place it among the larger UK universities, which may suit students who want a wide campus environment in Manchester.

Written from this university's catalogue entry and its cited encyclopedia summary. Figures are only shown where the institution or a cited source publishes them — always confirm fees and entry requirements with the university itself before applying.

Questions about The Manchester Metropolitan University

Where is The Manchester Metropolitan University located?

It is in Manchester, England, in the United Kingdom.

Is The Manchester Metropolitan University public or private?

It is a public university.

How many faculties does The Manchester Metropolitan University have?

It has four faculties.

How large is The Manchester Metropolitan University?

It has 44,000 students and over 5,100 members of staff.

Overview

Manchester Metropolitan University is a public university in Manchester, England. The university's predecessor, Manchester Polytechnic, gained university status in 1992. The university has 44,000 students and over 5,100 members of staff. It hosts four faculties. It is the fifth-largest university in the United Kingdom by total enrolment.

Tuition fees & costs

Indicative annual tuition

On request

Indicative living cost

Fees vary by programme and are indicative. Confirm exact fees with the university before applying.

Admission requirements

How to apply

  1. 1Check the entry requirements and intake dates for your chosen programme on the official university website.
  2. 2Confirm you meet the academic requirements (high-school certificate, bachelor’s degree or equivalent) for the programme.
  3. 3Apply directly through the university admission portal, or via its official application platform.
  4. 4Submit your transcripts and English-proficiency scores (IELTS / TOEFL / Duolingo English Test) and pay the application fee.
  5. 5On receiving your offer letter, accept it and begin your student-visa process for United Kingdom.

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Last updated 29 Aug 2026. Information is provided for guidance — verify with official sources before applying.

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