News, information and events for your Manchester student life
January in Manchester is all about fresh starts and easing back into city life after the festive break. Whether you’re setting new goals, sticking to a budget, or just looking for something fun to do with friends, the city still has plenty to offer.
Over the next few weeks, we’ve offering lots of free breakfasts, snacks, soup and drinks to keep you going throughout the exam and assessment period. Click to find out what’s on offer!
The deadline is fast approaching, so make sure you enter or nominate someone for our Making a Difference Awards by 14 January!
Christmas as a uni student doesn’t always feel like a Miracle on 34th street. The excitement of counting down the days can be quickly replaced by the stress of counting down the words in a 2000-word essay. However, there are ways to manage the end-of-semester demands and still make the most of Christmas at uni.
Winter in Manchester can be tough. The days get shorter, the cold creeps in and the temptation to hibernate is very real, but student Rosie shares how she’s learned to not just survive winter, but make is magical!
Are you struggling to find space in Main Library, or AGLC? Just want a change of scenery? You might want to consider other options for study spaces.
The Graduate Outcomes Survey is a national survey sent to all graduates across the country 15 months after you complete your course to ask what you’re doing now and how your degree has helped you.
Our University aims to be zero carbon by 2038, and we all have a part to play in reaching this goal. Over the festive closure period, the University sees a reduction of 25% in energy usage (equating a cost saving of £150,000), but we could be saving even more.
Church communities are hosting a range of community and student events as well as Christmas services for all throughout the festive period where you will be made to feel very welcome. Our University chaplains will also be on hand to offer support.
It’s been a long semester and you’ve probably found your own routine and new ways of doing things so if the idea of returning home feels strange, we’ve got some tips that might help.
January exams and assessments can make it difficult to relax over the break but it’s important that take meaningful time off. So here’s some tips on how to do that and stay on track.
Staying in Manchester over the holidays can be amazing. The city slows down and there are still plenty of cheap or free things happening. Take a look at our top tips for staying social and festive if you’re stating in Manchester.
Whether you celebrate Christmas or not a quiet campus might leave you feeling isolated and bored. So take a look at our information, advice and activities to support you when the University is closed.
Manchester in December is bursting with festive markets, cultural events, live music, community activities and low-cost things to do, perfect for celebrating the season without breaking your budget.
Our Budget Boost Guide is a collection of support available to help you navigate the cost of living while studying here at Manchester.