Manchester Metropolitan University

A modern university in a global city.

Manchester Metropolitan University is one of the largest universities in the UK and is a modern university with a history of education dating back to 1824. The university has a proud tradition of diversity, sustainability and a focus on industry-relevant degrees.

Awarded university status in 1992, Manchester Metropolitan University is part of the biggest higher education campus in the UK and one of the most extensive education centers in Europe. The university is also one of the top 200 universities in the world under 50 years old (Times Higher Education Young University Rankings 2021).

Students will benefit from a recent £400 million investment in research and teaching facilities, including a £75 million in the Business School and Student Hub, as well as a £35 million building for the new School of Digital Arts. 

The university offers more than 1,000 vocational, undergraduate and postgraduate programs in a wide variety of subject areas.

Located in one of the friendliest cities in the world (Time Out 2022), the university is committed to providing a world-class international student experience.

Manchester Metropolitan University is also internationally recognized, with more than 2,750 international students from 130 different countries. INTO students will study at the INTO Manchester Center, where they will prepare academically for study at the university.

The INTO Manchester Center

Established in 2008, the INTO Manchester Center is located in the heart of one of the most popular student cities in the world.

INTO Manchester is based in Bridgewater House, an impressive former Edwardian Cotton Mill, now converted into offices and teaching space. The center is within walking distance of the main city center whilst also situated close to Manchester Metropolitan University.

Within the center, students benefit from newly-modernized facilities including a well-equipped Learning Resource Center, silent study areas, computing suites, an admissions and accommodation office, and social areas. Classrooms are equipped with interactive whiteboards which create dynamic learning environments.

In the center, there is a dedicated student services team offering 24-hour support and an on-going social activity program.

Students at INTO Manchester can choose from a number of student accommodation options in the city center or Manchester's student-friendly Knowledge Quarter. All student residences are a short walk or bus ride from the INTO center.

E-Learning facilities

Throughout their studies, students will have access to the center's virtual learning environment. Using this, students can download lecture notes and other course content, as well as additional materials that can complement their in-class studies.

Programs

Academic programs at INTO Manchester are validated by the Northern Consortium (NCUK). The high-quality programs are designed to prepare students for success at Manchester Metropolitan University. In addition, INTO offers students the opportunity to apply for direct admission into degree programs at the university.

INTO Manchester Programs:

International Foundation:

• Art and Design
• Business and Humanities
• Science and Engineering

International Year One:

• International Business, Accounting and Finance

Also available:

• Academic English
• General English

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