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Want to see real change in how your faculty supports students? Now’s your chance to ask University leaders your questions and help shape the student experience in your area of study.

As a valued member of our international student community, we’d like to invite you to complete a short survey on behalf of a UK organisation who would like to learn more about your decision to study in the UK.

Starting Monday, February 24, the Muriel Stott Building in the main library and its courtyard will be closed to students for up to two weeks. Work will be taking place as part of the building’s redevelopment plans.

As AI technology rapidly advances and becomes a part of our daily lives, it’s important for us to consider how AI can enhance our teaching, learning, research, and processes while ensuring its responsible and ethical use. These guidelines aim to help both you and the University embrace AI effectively and safely.

Transform your innovative ideas into business opportunities with the Masood Entrepreneurship Centre’s (MEC) Get Started programme! Open to all University of Manchester students, this online challenge-based programme offers funding up to £500, entrepreneurial skill development, and pitch deck training.

As we’re sure many will be pleased to know, Blackboard will no longer be used from September 2025 as we switch over to our new and improved digital learning environment Canvas! Find out more here.

Struggling with rent? Concerned about accommodation costs or housing conditions at Manchester? This is your chance to get answers.

IT Services need to perform some maintenance on University Wi-Fi on Sunday 16 February between 9am and 9pm.

We know many of you are feeling the pressure of rising living costs right now, and we understand that any increase in rent can add to financial worries. With that in mind, we want to be transparent about the steps we’re taking, why they’re necessary, and how we’re supporting students who are most affected.

The new feature provides all students and researchers with links to university-wide help and support, as well as tailored support and guidance relevant to your programme of study or research.

As we kick off another exciting semester, we want to remind all students to continue using the University’s Student Engagement and Attendance System (SEAtS) to support your wellbeing and academic success.

What ethical challenges do universities face when conducting research? How do they balance innovation, societal impact, and responsibility? Well, now’s your chance to have your questions answered a special podcast episode,.

Looking to try something new in 2025? Want to develop skills outside your course? Take a look at our free choice taught units on everything from creativity to setting up a side hustle – sign up today!

The University recently celebrated the graduation of the first cohort and the launch of the second cohort of the Manchester 10/10 Black Leadership Programme (BLP). Ambar Ennis, Manchester 10/10 Student Partner reflects on the event and the programmes successes.

For the chance to be entered into a prize draw to win one of 20 Love2Shop vouchers worth £25 and help us continue to make improvements, complete this year’s survey and support the transformation of the University’s digital landscape.