Free breakfasts, snacks and drinks across campus
Over the next few weeks, we’re offering lots of free breakfasts, snacks and dinks to keep you going throughout the exam and assessment period. Click to find out what’s on offer!
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Canvas cyber security incident
Read more: Canvas cyber security incidentFurther to the Canvas status update we shared on Monday 4 May regarding a cyber security incident, we have now been informed by Instructure, the supplier of Canvas, that data associated with the University of Manchester has been accessed as part of this incident. The data involved may include names, email addresses and user identification numbers of some Canvas…
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Canvas submission issues
Read more: Canvas submission issuesWe are aware of technical issues currently affecting some Canvas submissions. Our IT and Digital teams are actively monitoring the situation and working closely with the supplier.
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Canvas status update
Read more: Canvas status updateWe have been informed of a cyber security incident by Instructure, the supplier of Canvas. No impact to other University of Manchester systems has been identified and staff and students should continue to use Canvas as normal.
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New Exhibiton – Free Entry
Read more: New Exhibiton – Free EntryManchester Museum has opened the doors to new exhibition Human Natures, which looks at how we’ve shaped the world around us, taking advantage of nature for everything from food to fashion.
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Renters’ Rights Act – What you need to know
Read more: Renters’ Rights Act – What you need to knowThe Renters’ Rights Act (RRA) comes into effect today, bringing in changes designed to strengthen renters’ rights and improve standards across the private rented sector, including student housing.
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Apply to the Venture Further Awards 2026!
Read more: Apply to the Venture Further Awards 2026!The University of Manchester’s biggest startup competition is back, and applications for the Venture Further Awards 2026 are now open. The awards offer more than £200,000 in equity-free funding, plus over £150,000 in software and tech perks to help founders launch and grow their ventures.
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Challenge the decision makers
Read more: Challenge the decision makersOur next in-person Q&A sessions with the University’s President and Vice-Chancellor, Duncan Ivison, is happening on Tuesday, 21 April, 1-2pm, in The Hive.
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Campus Solutions unavailable 17–20 April
Read more: Campus Solutions unavailable 17–20 AprilIT Services will be performing planned maintenance on the Campus Solutions student system, which means it will be unavailable from 3pm on Friday, 17 April to 9am Monday, 20 April 2026.
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Manchester Marathon: What students need to know
Read more: Manchester Marathon: What students need to knowThe finish line for the 2026 Manchester Marathon will return to Oxford Road this month. Find out more about potential disruption and volunteering opportunities.
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University of Manchester strengthens global standing in QS Subject Rankings
Read more: University of Manchester strengthens global standing in QS Subject RankingsThe University of Manchester has strengthened its global academic reputation, showing improvements across multiple disciplines in the latest QS World University Rankings by Subject, achieving four subjects ranked in the world’s top 10, 15 in the global top 25, and 45 in the top 100.
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Meningitis – no new cases
Read more: Meningitis – no new casesFurther to our news item last week outlining the symptoms of meningitis and what to do if you are worried following the outbreak of meningococcal disease in Kent, the latest data indicates there are no new cases confirmed.
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Graduating this summer? All the dates you need to know
Read more: Graduating this summer? All the dates you need to knowIf you’re graduating this summer take a look at the schedule of ceremonies and all the dates you need to know so that you can plan ahead.
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Meningitis – know the symptoms
Read more: Meningitis – know the symptomsMeningitis can be hard to identify at first because it can be like flu. Be aware of the symptoms and know what to do if you’re worried about yourself, or others.
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Mental health workshops and groups from April to June
Read more: Mental health workshops and groups from April to JuneFind out more about the wide range of workshops and groups for students between April and June 2026. Get practical tools and supportive environments to manage stress, build resilience, and improve mental wellbeing.