Neurodiversity Celebration Week
For Neurodiversity Celebration Week, we would like to remind you what University support and community opportunities we have to offer for our neurodivergent students.

News, information and events for your Manchester student life

For Neurodiversity Celebration Week, we would like to remind you what University support and community opportunities we have to offer for our neurodivergent students.

Whether you’re in a PC cluster in the library, your faculty, or anywhere across campus, AppsAnywhere lets you access the applications you need without the hassle.

What challenges and opportunities lie ahead for students in the Faculty of Science and Engineering? How can the University enhance transparency and communication with students? Now’s your opportunity to hear directly from University leaders in a special open meeting podcast, The Future of Science and Engineering at Manchester.

Don’t miss AI Futures Day on Tuesday, 25 March with the Careers Service, happening throughout the day in the Nancy Rothwell Building.

Blackboard will be switched off towards the end of this year to make way for Canvas, the University’s new central learning environment. We’re asking you to download any content you created that you wish to keep.

Come and have a chat and share your thoughts with our friendly team of IT experts! On Tuesday 25 March, we are inviting all staff, students, and researchers to stop by and connect with us on the ground floor foyer in the Stopford Building at any time between 10am and 4pm.

This year’s adidas Manchester Marathon is taking place on Sunday, 27 April, and will finish outside Whitworth Hall on Oxford Road – resulting in road closures on the date.

The University of Manchester and Manchester Metropolitan University are excited to host the second annual Manchester Varsity on 31 March and 2 April 2025. Whether competing, spectating, or volunteering, this is a chance to embrace sportsmanship, teamwork, and pride in Manchester’s community.

This Uni Mental Health Day, 13th March, 12pm – 3pm, we’re hosting a chill out zone in the Atrium, University Place, with lots of different activities.

Are you ready to take action on some of the biggest issues facing the world today? The Ethical Grand Challenges (EGCs) are now open in Blackboard for all undergraduate and postgraduate taught students.

We received over 130 entries for the 2025 Awards, and the judges had a very challenging task in selecting a shortlist. The quality of the submissions was outstanding, leading to the shortlisting of 37 entries.

If you’re thinking of staying in Manchester for your Masters, you you could be eligible for an alumni discount on your fees or financial support through a Manchester Masters Bursary.

For this year’s International Women’s Day 2025 (#AccelerateAction), Oxford Road is packed with lots of events for you to join in and be part of the celebration. Whether it’s the Students’ Union, The Whitworth, Manchester Museum or the University itself, we’re offering a wide range of activities for you to get involved in.

As the days get longer and spring approaches, March brings an exciting lineup of events in Manchester! From cultural experiences to live gigs and thrilling sports, there’s something for everyone. Check out our top picks and plan your month ahead!

How should universities invest their funds? What ethical responsibilities do they have when it comes to financial decisions? Now’s your chance to get answers from key University leaders in a special open meeting podcast.