Academic malpractice – key things you need to know
Assessments reflect your learning and are key to your academic progress, and to keep things fair the University looks out for signs of academic malpractice – find out more.
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Leaving your student home safe and secure this Christmas break
Read more: Leaving your student home safe and secure this Christmas breakIf your student home will be empty over the Christmas break, take a look at our simple tips to make sure that your house and belongings are safe and secure while you’re away.
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Win a £50 Amazon voucher through the UCAE Awareness Survey
Read more: Win a £50 Amazon voucher through the UCAE Awareness SurveyTake a short survey about your awareness of the University Centre for Academic English. Your feedback helps improve support, and you could win a £50 Amazon voucher. The deadline to complete the survey is Friday 19 December.
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Purplewave Joins Park Run
Read more: Purplewave Joins Park RunPurplewave joins the Manchester South Park Run on Saturday, 13 December, at 09am. This event is free to take part in, but you can add some festive cheer by wearing a Santa hat – available for just £2.50. Hats are limited and will be sold on a first-come, first-served basis, so grab yours early.
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Mid semester check- in: A time to reflect on my time so far at Uni
Read more: Mid semester check- in: A time to reflect on my time so far at UniReturning for second year brought excitement, stress, and growth. Between moving, placement applications, and studies, I’ve navigated nerves, rediscovered independence, and gradually made Manchester feel like home while embracing new experiences.
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Returning from placement for final year
Read more: Returning from placement for final yearReturning to university after placement is challenging. Rebuilding routines, reconnecting with peers, rediscovering the city, and balancing academics with wellbeing gradually helps you adjust, boosting confidence, productivity, and final-year success.
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Discover your new favourite spots with Cosy Campus
Read more: Discover your new favourite spots with Cosy CampusChatGPT said:Cosy Campus offers warm, welcoming spaces across the University where students can relax, study, or socialise. With microwaves, hot water, comfy seating and power sockets, it’s your go to spot between lectures.
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Drugs warning: ketamine contaminated with medetomidine
Read more: Drugs warning: ketamine contaminated with medetomidineMANDRAKE states that Medetomidine is a potent sedative used by vets on large animals and is similar to xylazine but around 200 times more potent and longer lasting. When combined with ketamine, it can cause extreme and prolonged sedation that may be fatal, and it can also leave you extremely vulnerable and at increased risk…
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Manchester 10/10 Christmas Volunteer day
Read more: Manchester 10/10 Christmas Volunteer dayManchester 10/10 and the Volunteering Team are holding a volunteering afternoon for Black Heritage students across all courses Join in the Christmas spirit and feel good activities with our Christmas Craft Volunteering Opportunity! We will be making Christmas decorations for Withington Assist’s Christmas Day lunch, and we want you to join us! Withington Assist is…
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IT support moving out of Kilburn Building
Read more: IT support moving out of Kilburn BuildingFrom Monday 24 November, the IT in-person support desk in the Kilburn Building will be temporarily re-located to the ground floor of Main Library while building works take place.
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M10/10’s Black Leadership Programme is back – apply now!
Read more: M10/10’s Black Leadership Programme is back – apply now!The Manchester 10/10 Black Leadership Programme is now open for applications from undergraduate students of Black heritage, offering workshops, mentorship, funding, and leadership opportunities to enhance personal and professional development.
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Work Experience Bursary – now open!
Read more: Work Experience Bursary – now open!We want to help you with the costs of undertaking your career related work experience. This is why the Careers Service has a dedicated bursary fund which is open to full-time undergraduate students.
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Drugs warning: MDMA pills and powder alert
Read more: Drugs warning: MDMA pills and powder alertMANDRAKE has issued an urgent alert following two tragic deaths in Manchester linked to MDMA powder/crystals. Recent samples show highly variable purity levels, making doses unpredictable. Read our latest Harm Reduction update for advice on reducing risks, supporting others, and knowing when to seek help.
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Have your say for a chance to win £100 in Amazon vouchers
Read more: Have your say for a chance to win £100 in Amazon vouchersTake a 10-minute survey about your experience of The University of Manchester Library and you could win a £100 Amazon voucher. Your feedback informs how we improve our facilities, so let us know what you think.
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Your guide to academic support
Read more: Your guide to academic supportWe want you to feel confident and supported as you progress through your studies or research here with us, so here’s a quick guide to the services and resources available to you throughout your time at Manchester.