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The University of Manchester

Information updated 27.08.2026

The University of Manchester

Overview

The University of Manchester is a public research university in Manchester, United Kingdom.

History

The current university was formed in 2004 by the merger of the Victoria University of Manchester and UMIST, with predecessor roots extending to the nineteenth century.

The University of Manchester dates its founding to 1824; the present university was created by the 2004 merger of the Victoria University of Manchester and UMIST.

Programs

Programs span humanities, social sciences, business, engineering, natural sciences, biology, medicine and health, and numerous graduate research fields.

Tuition

Tuition and mandatory fees depend on the program, study level, residency or citizenship status, and academic year. Applicants should use the university’s official current tuition or cost-of-attendance page for the exact amount.

Admission

Admission requirements vary by program and applicant category. Applicants should check the university’s official admissions pages for prerequisites, language requirements, documents and current deadlines.

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