Manchester Marathon: What students need to know
The finish line for the 2026 Manchester Marathon will return to Oxford Road this month. Find out more about potential disruption and volunteering opportunities.
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University of Manchester strengthens global standing in QS Subject Rankings
Read more: University of Manchester strengthens global standing in QS Subject RankingsThe University of Manchester has strengthened its global academic reputation, showing improvements across multiple disciplines in the latest QS World University Rankings by Subject, achieving four subjects ranked in the world’s top 10, 15 in the global top 25, and 45 in the top 100.
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Meningitis – know the symptoms
Read more: Meningitis – know the symptomsMeningitis can be hard to identify at first because it can be like flu. Be aware of the symptoms and know what to do if you’re worried about yourself, or others.
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Essential maintenance: Nancy Rothwell Building closed 7–9 April
Read more: Essential maintenance: Nancy Rothwell Building closed 7–9 AprilA message from Professor Scott Heath (FSE Vice Dean for Teaching, Learning and Students) outlining planned building works at the Nancy Rothwell Building in April 2026, including temporary closures.
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Voting is now open in the LeadMCR elections!
Read more: Voting is now open in the LeadMCR elections!Voting in this year’s Lead MCR elections is officially open. Log in and vote via the Students’ Union website and you could win your share of £3,000!
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Conflict in the Middle East
Read more: Conflict in the Middle EastWe are closely monitoring the situation in the Middle East and recognise that many in our community will be concerned or more directly impacted.
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Support following incident at Manchester Central Mosque
Read more: Support following incident at Manchester Central MosqueA message from President and Vice-Chancellor, Duncan Ivison.
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Upcoming temporary system downtime: Remember your student card
Read more: Upcoming temporary system downtime: Remember your student cardFrom 10am, Thursday, 26 February until 10am, Tuesday, 3 March staff will be unable to print out replacement student ID cards as the University carries out an important system upgrade.
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Save 10% on your master’s: Manchester Alumni Loyalty Discount
Read more: Save 10% on your master’s: Manchester Alumni Loyalty DiscountThe University of Manchester and Manchester Metropolitan University are offering graduates a joint discount on postgraduate courses. A great opportunity if you’re considering furthering your education and want to stay in Manchester.
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LGBT+ History Month 2026
Read more: LGBT+ History Month 2026February is Lesbian, Gay, Bi and Trans (LGBT+) History Month, and this year’s theme is science and innovation. The month aims to highlight the contributions of LGBT+ people throughout history and today, and to raise awareness of the individuals behind these achievements, including scientists and innovators who are often overlooked. Get involved and celebrate with us!
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Holocaust Memorial Day
Read more: Holocaust Memorial DayTo mark Holocaust Memorial Day, we invite staff and students to attend a special commemorative event on Tuesday 3 February at 2pm in the Students’ Union Club Academy. This event will bring together powerful voices to reflect on the Holocaust, its lasting impact, and the importance of remembrance in today’s world.
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Postgraduate researchers invited to join University Research Communications Conference
Read more: Postgraduate researchers invited to join University Research Communications ConferenceThis years Research Communications Conference will be held on 4 March 2026. Book on the popular one day event to explore the latest trends in sharing and promoting research.
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Leaning into AI and our digital ambition – every University of Manchester student to get full Microsoft 365 Copilot licences and training
Read more: Leaning into AI and our digital ambition – every University of Manchester student to get full Microsoft 365 Copilot licences and trainingThe University of Manchester has entered a partnership with Microsoft to become one of the world’s first universities to provide its 65,000 staff and students with equitable access to the full Microsoft 365 Copilot AI suite, alongside training to support effective use.
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There’s still time to enter the 2026 Making a Difference Awards
Read more: There’s still time to enter the 2026 Making a Difference AwardsThe deadline is fast approaching, so make sure you enter or nominate someone for our Making a Difference Awards by 14 January!
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New SafeZone alerts: Transforming campus safety with instant alerts
Read more: New SafeZone alerts: Transforming campus safety with instant alertsStarting this month, SafeZone will be expanded to all managed university computers to provide instant, real-time alerts in the event of an emergency. Read more about how this will work and why we’re doing it.