Graduating students’ advice for first years
We took a microphone along to our 2025 graduation ceremonies with one simple question: “What advice would you give to your first-year self?” These are some of their answers.
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Course Unit Selection: key info for next week
Read more: Course Unit Selection: key info for next weekThe Campus Solutions Student System will be unavailable for five hours from 1pm to 6pm on Friday, 8 August 2025, so make sure you’ve selected your course units before then – or you can log back on afterwards to continue.
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The ultimate packing guide for new students
Read more: The ultimate packing guide for new studentsStarting university is an exciting time, easily become a last-minute scramble. Let us help you stay organised and avoid either bringing way too much or forgetting to pack the essentials.
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National Student Survey results 2025 – an upward trajectory
Read more: National Student Survey results 2025 – an upward trajectoryOur latest NSS results, which are the views of our final year undergraduates, were released yesterday (9 July). We are pleased to see an upward trajectory across all areas – indeed, a 5% increase in positivity overall which is the biggest rise across Russell Group institutions.
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Moving into Uni Halls and your first year accommodation
Read more: Moving into Uni Halls and your first year accommodationMoving into your Uni accommodation should be an amazing and exciting time. Being prepared can help make sure it is, so we’ve got top tips for what you really need to bring.
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Make the most of your summer experience – whatever it is
Read more: Make the most of your summer experience – whatever it isSummer vacation is fast approaching and it’s a great time to gain experience and learn new skills. Whether that’s an internship, some travelling or working in a part-time job to earn some much needed cash.
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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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Final call: Log your volunteering & complete Ethical Grand Challenges!
Read more: Final call: Log your volunteering & complete Ethical Grand Challenges!Don’t forget to log your volunteering hours on Volunteer Hub, Ethical Grand Challenges and Stellify Award activities before the deadlines hit.
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Tell us about your future plans and win £100 or £50 in vouchers!
Read more: Tell us about your future plans and win £100 or £50 in vouchers!Are you a second year student starting to think about and plan your next steps? We’re looking for your honest feedback so we can understand your plans, if you have them yet, and if they include postgraduate study.
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Uni tips and tricks: How I elevated my essay score to a first
Read more: Uni tips and tricks: How I elevated my essay score to a firstContent creator, Naima shares how she’s learned to elevate her essay scores this year – from using the academic phrase bank to getting the most out of office hours – her tips are invaluable if you want to do the same.
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A student guide to preparing for exams and assessments
Read more: A student guide to preparing for exams and assessmentsHow do other students get ready for exams and assessments? Take a look ad advice and tips from our content creators – from study tips and preparing for exam to finding study spaces, and surviving busy libraries.
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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.