The Library: Supporting you and your studies
The Library probably does more than you think! From all the books and digital resources you need to skills development workshops and drop-in sessions, the Library is here to support you and your studies.
Postgraduate researcher
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Careers Fairs this October and November
Read more: Careers Fairs this October and NovemberOctober and November are packed with careers and job events. Whether you’re looking for a part-time job alongside your studies or you’re ready to explore your options after University, there’s an event for you!
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What’s your story? We’re looking for content creators!
Read more: What’s your story? We’re looking for content creators!We’re looking for creative students to join our Student Content Creator team! Are you interested in sharing your life as a student by producing social and written content for University channels? If so, this could be the opportunity for you!
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Applications now open for the 100 Black Women Professors Now Leadership Programme
Read more: Applications now open for the 100 Black Women Professors Now Leadership ProgrammeApplications are now open for the 100 Black Women Professors Now programme, offering coaching, mentoring, and leadership development to support Black women’s academic progression and drive genuine cultural change in universities.
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Managing your supervisor relationship
Read more: Managing your supervisor relationshipYour relationship with your supervisor or supervisory team is vital to your research, to your progress and to your wellbeing whilst undertaking your PhD. The University clearly outlines what is expected from all parties in the relationship in the Supervision Policy for Postgraduate Research Degrees which provides the foundations for your relationship. However every supervisory relationship…
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Research IT: News and updates for PGRs
Read more: Research IT: News and updates for PGRsFind out what’s on over the coming month in the world of Research IT and how the services available can support your research.
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Big ideas for a bold future: Manchester 2035
Read more: Big ideas for a bold future: Manchester 2035You brought the ideas, the energy, and the big questions, and now we’re using your feedback to shape the University’s next 10-year strategy.
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Moving on: Make sure you get your deposit back
Read more: Moving on: Make sure you get your deposit backIf the the end of semester also means the end of your tenancy. Take a look at our advice on deposit return to make sure that your move out goes as smoothly as possible.
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The PGR Voice survey: Tell us about your experience
Read more: The PGR Voice survey: Tell us about your experiencePGRs we want to hear from you! The PGR voice survey launches on the 12th May and want to hear about your experience of being a postgraduate researcher at the University.
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EmilyTest pilot: how we’re tackling gender-based violence
Read more: EmilyTest pilot: how we’re tackling gender-based violenceWe’re committed to tackling gender-based violence (GBV) by becoming one of the first universities in England to engage with the EmilyTest GBV Charter pilot.
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Celebrating Passover
Read more: Celebrating PassoverFind out how to connect with the Jewish student community, accessing student support and our multi-faith chaplaincy.
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Drugs warning: MDMA pills and powder alerts
Read more: Drugs warning: MDMA pills and powder alertsRead the latest alerts from Manchester Drug Analysis Exchange (MANDRAKE) on dosages and substances discovered in pills and powder sold as MDMA/ecstasy.
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Report & Support: report incidents anonymously or speak to an advisor
Read more: Report & Support: report incidents anonymously or speak to an advisorIf you have experienced bullying, harassment, discrimination or a hate crime, you can submit an anonymous report or speak with a specialised advisor at the University’s Report & Support service.
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Call for Nominations: The University of Manchester Open Research Award 2025
Read more: Call for Nominations: The University of Manchester Open Research Award 2025PGRs are invited to nominate themselves or colleagues for the Open Research Awards. As part of the Open Research Conference the awards, recognise individuals and teams who have made significant contributions to Open Research.
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Eid Mubarak
Read more: Eid MubarakCheck out what events you can join on campus to celebrate Eid al-Fitr this year.