News, information and events for your Manchester student life
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Purplewave 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.
Returning 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.
Returning 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.
MANDRAKE 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…
Manchester 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…
From 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.
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.
MANDRAKE 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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We 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.
For Law and non-Law students who are interested in a career in Law. Find out about a range of law firms and practice areas as well as their training contracts and vacation schemes.
For internships, placements and graduate jobs in roles from Consultancy to Marketing, Business to Finance, HR to Project Management (and much more).
We’ve got some simple things to help keep your property safe and secure, including free window locks from Manchester Student Homes!
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.