Shape your degree with a UCIL course unit
Looking to make the most of your free choice units this year? A UCIL course unit could help you broaden your horizons, explore a new subject area, or develop skills that support your future career.
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Discover your new favourite spots with Cosy Campus
Read more: Discover your new favourite spots with Cosy CampusCosy Campus offers warm, welcoming spaces across the University where students can relax, study, or socialise. With microwaves, hot water, comfy seating and power sockets, they are your go to spot between lectures.
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Stellify is changing: Build your award around your Manchester experience
Read more: Stellify is changing: Build your award around your Manchester experienceThe Stellify Award is changing for some undergraduate students from this academic year. Find out everything you need to know.
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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 content for University channels? If so, this could be the opportunity for you!
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You’re invited to the 2026 Cockcroft Rutherford Lecture
Read more: You’re invited to the 2026 Cockcroft Rutherford LectureJoin Hon. Julia Gillard AC, Chair of Wellcome Trust and 27th Prime Minister of Australia for this year’s Cockcroft Rutherford Lecture. Find out more and how to book your place.
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Fully-funded summer internships in Canada: applications open
Read more: Fully-funded summer internships in Canada: applications openHow would you like to spend next summer on a fully-funded internship in Canada? Applications are now open for the Mitacs Globalink Research Internship Scheme for summer 2027.
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It’s riskier than you think
Read more: It’s riskier than you thinkSince 2022, we have been running our Harm Reduction campaign dedicated to ensuring your wellbeing is a priority. In this article, you can read through our tips to help you the understand the risks associated with drugs and the steps you can take to reduce these.
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Things you need to know (or do) before you leave for good
Read more: Things you need to know (or do) before you leave for goodIf your time at university is coming to an end, there’s some important things you need to know and do. From when your IT account will close to ongoing careers support, find out everything you need to know.
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Packing up your things? Give it, don’t bin it!
Read more: Packing up your things? Give it, don’t bin it!It’s sad but true; the end of the academic year really is here. There are some great ways you can donate your unwanted things to charity as part of the University’s Give it Don’t Bin it campaign.
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Apply for an AskMe Ambassador role
Read more: Apply for an AskMe Ambassador roleDo you want part-time work in September before courses start? We are looking for friendly and proactive students to work as AskMe Ambassadors during Welcome 2026.
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Take a break: Study, exams and wellbeing support
Read more: Take a break: Study, exams and wellbeing supportFree events, wellbeing advice and support and free breakfasts; everything you need to know to get you through the next few weeks.
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Staying safe: Top tips for you and your friends
Read more: Staying safe: Top tips for you and your friendsWhether you’re out with friends, studying, or heading home from work, we want you to feel safe so we’ve got tips to help.
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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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What’s on in May
Read more: What’s on in MayMay in Manchester marks the start of exam season, but that doesn’t mean the city slows down. With longer days, warmer weather and plenty of relaxed events, it’s the perfect time to balance revision with moments to unwind. Whether you’re looking for a calm study break, a quick night out, or something active to clear…
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Quiet spaces and shared study etiquette in the Library
Read more: Quiet spaces and shared study etiquette in the LibraryLooking for a calm place to focus? The University Library has a range of quieter study spaces across campus and here’s where you can find them.