Your time at university is quickly coming to an end and there are some important things that need to do or know about to make your transition out of undergraduate student life as easy as possible. Here to help is our finalist check-list!
Your IT account
Your IT account will close on Friday, 1 August 2025. This means that you will no longer have access to your documents, email or Blackboard course materials. IT Services will be in touch with you closer to the time however, it may be a good idea to make copies of those emails, documents and other files that you’d like to keep to avoid a last minute rush. For more information visit the IT Services website.
On the other hand, being an alumni means you will have access to the Your Manchester alumni portal. Just make sure you have updated your details in the student system.
Returning your Library books
You can return books to the book returns window by the entrance of Main Library.
If you have any old textbooks you no longer need to use, you can donate them to the Library. Just drop them off at the Customer Services desk by the main entrance of Main Library.
If you have any question, Library staff are still available and happy to help. Please contact them through Library Chat or the online enquiry service.
You can find out more information and updates on the library website.
Graduates of The University of Manchester can continue to access the Library’s resources as an alumni member after graduation. Find out more.
Graduation
You should have now received an invite to register for your ceremony, and registration will remain open until the closing date on Friday, 27 June 2025. Details of how to register, as well as information on the ceremonies, robe hire and preparing for the day, can be found on the Graduation website.
Know how to get your transcripts
An official record of the grades you have achieved (your transcript) will be available electronically in mid-August. Online transcripts can be accessed through Digitary for free. You can find more information on accessing your electronic transcript here.
Our careers service
You still have access to the Careers Service for up to two years after you’ve completed your course.
You can get help on-campus or online, with a range of graduate careers support. Book a graduate careers appointment, come to bespoke events and find vacancies on CareerConnect. Remember though, you will need to register for your graduate account to access all of this.
You can also access loads of free online resources including CareerSet, a CV checker, which gives you instant feedback. Complete the CV Essentials Pathway to get started.
There are also a couple of dedicated opportunities available over the next couple of weeks specifically to help you with your next steps:
Future Focus Week
The Careers Service are hosting Future Focus Week, Monday, 9 – Friday, 13 June. This programme of events will help you navigate your next steps after university. Don’t miss the opportunity to review your CV at our CV Clinic, try Speed Interviewing and much more. Check out the Future Focus Week schedule.
Career Mentoring
Want to get support from a career mentor? Get matched with an industry professional to support you with career planning, decision making, and preparing for life after university. Applications open from Monday, 9 June. Register your interest here.
Stay connected
After graduating, you’ll be part of the largest global alumni community in the UK. Remember that the university is here to stay connected with you through exclusive events and opportunities as well as providing career support. Find out more on the alumni page on what’s available.
Moving on and out
Our guide to leaving your accommodation is packed full of helpful information. Including, how to get your deposit back and where you can recycle your unwanted things. Check out our moving out blog for more!
We hope your last few weeks at university go smoothly, see you at Graduation!