Students from all over the world are eager to study at British universities and colleges, as the quality of education in the UK meets high academic criteria. One of the most prestigious universities in the country is the University of Manchester. Among the graduates of this educational institution are people who have made pioneering discoveries in various scientific fields.
History of creation
The University of Manchester in its current form came into being in 2004 as a result of the merger of the University of Manchester Victoria and the Institute of Science and Technology of the University of Manchester. The history of each of them is closely connected with the development of industry in the city of Manchester.
In 1824, the Institute of Mechanics was founded to train employees of local enterprises, which later became the Institute of Science and Technology. The University of Manchester Victoria emerged from Owens College, founded in 1851 to educate civilians. The collaboration between the two universities led to the creation of The University of Manchester.
The facts speak about the high reputation of the educational institution:
- Among the alumni and employees there are 25 Nobel laureates, including physics laureates Konstantin Novoselov and Andre Geim, who discovered the unique properties of graphene.
- 38th in the Shanghai Ranking of Universities (ARWU) and 34th in the QS Ranking (2021).
- Membership in the Russell Group (the British equivalent of the US Ivy League), which includes 24 of the country's top universities.
- The university is the largest research center; the world's first computer with virtual memory was invented here.
Structural units
The university is located in the south-central part of Manchester. The campus consists of two parts, one of which is located in the Oxford Road area, the other in the Sackville Street area.
On the campus there are:
- educational buildings;
- student residences;
- shops, cafes, restaurants;
- libraries;
- athletic facilities;
- temples;
- parks and squares;
- bus stops.
The university owns over 30 historic buildings. The University of Manchester library contains over 4 million printed books, manuscripts, maps. It is one of the largest research libraries in the world.
In the structure of the university:
- Manchester Museum, which houses historical artifacts, collections of fossils, meteorites, frogs, beetles.
- Jodrell Bank Observatory.
- Museum of Medicine and Health, which has medical instruments collected over 300 years.
- The Whitworth Art Gallery, featuring art and design.
- Theater "Contact".
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University programs
Students can enroll in the following faculties at the University of Manchester:
- biology, medicine and health care;
- humanities;
- science and technology.
Each faculty is subdivided into schools offering bachelor's / master's degrees in different programs. Among the popular ones:
- School of Biological Sciences.
- Alliance Manchester Business School (has a prestigious triple accreditation from AACSB International, EQUIS, AMBA).
- Manchester Institute of Biotechnology.
- National Graphene Institute.
- School of Computer Science.
There is a high competition for applicants for all university programs. For example, in 2021, 410 applications were submitted for the Accounting course for 50 places, for the Chemical Engineering course - 1,900 applications for 295 places, for medical programs - 4,500 applications for 650 places.
The Department of Computer Science is popular, receiving about 2,000 applications annually for 225 seats. The list of programs, conditions of admission, student reviews are posted on the website of the University of Manchester.
Application process
Applicants from Russia wishing to enroll in a bachelor's degree at a university must meet the following requirements:
- get secondary (complete) general education;
- complete two university courses in your home country in a similar specialty or complete preparatory courses at the University of Manchester within a year;
- speak English at the level of 6.0-7.0 in IELTS.
To enter an educational institution, you must select a program and apply through the UCAS (University and College Admissions Service) system. Deadlines for filing an application depend on the chosen direction.
As a rule, those who wish to start training next year should send a request before January 15, for medical, veterinary programs - before October 15 of the current year. A registration fee is charged by the university and college admissions service.
To apply, you need documents:
- a letter of motivation (essay) describing the reasons why this educational institution was chosen;
- a letter of recommendation from a school teacher;
- high school diploma;
- certificate in English.
You will need to confirm the Russian school certificate or diploma. You can apply for nostrification online at the National Academic Recognition Information Center (NARIC). The cost of the service is 59.40 pounds (about 4,760 rubles).
After considering the application, the university sends the candidate a training proposal, which can be of two types:
- with the condition - Conditional (С), when an applicant, for example, needs to pass an exam;
- without conditions - Unconditional (U), if the applicant fully meets the entrance requirements of the program.
Russian applicants on admission to an educational institution are advised by employees of the ITEC (International Travel and Education Company), which is the official representative of the University of Manchester in the Russian Federation. The Moscow office of the company is located at Kozhevnichesky proezd, building 3.
Cost and duration of study
The forms and methods of teaching that are used in an educational institution depend on the chosen specialty. You need to be ready to study the material on your own, read a lot, analyze what you read, and then openly express your opinion and discuss your own ideas at seminars.
The main forms of education:
- lectures;
- seminars;
- laboratory and practical training;
- individual work;
- excursions, research expeditions;
- PBL classes (problem-oriented learning);
- projects;
- distance learning using the Blackboard system.
At the end of the semester, exams are held. In some programs, grades are given throughout the year for essays, projects, laboratory work. Students who excel in their studies are rewarded with prizes and scholarships.
There is a fixed tuition fee for foreign students at the university. A year of study in humanitarian programs costs 18,500 pounds (1.5 million rubles), for engineering, medical and dental programs - 23,000 pounds (1.86 million rubles).
The cost of studying at a business school is from 18,500 to 24,500 pounds (1.5-1.98 million rubles).
The tuition fee includes the registration fee, tuition, semester and final exams. It should be borne in mind that bachelor's programs are designed for 3-4 years, and master's programs take from a year to 3 years.
In order to find out the exact cost of the chosen program, you need to go to the official website of the university and check the information on the school page.
Applicants from Russia have the opportunity to study at the University of Manchester for free. One of the ways to get a grant for training is to become a member of the Global Educational Program, which is funded by the Russian Federation.
Under this program, education can be obtained in five areas: science, engineering, medicine, education and management in the social sphere. The winner of the competitive selection is allocated up to 2.76 million rubles a year for tuition, accommodation and other expenses.
Russian students wishing to pursue a master's degree can apply for the Chevening Scholarship. This is the UK government's global scholarship program. Funds are allocated to foreign students for master's degree studies during the year, a monthly stipend, travel expenses, purchase of air tickets, and the opening of a visa.
Where students live and eat
The university offers different accommodation options: from rooms in student dormitories to individual apartments. Most of the hostels are located in close proximity to educational buildings. Approximate prices for a weekly stay:
- £ 98–111 (RUB 7,945–9,000) for a separate room with shared facilities;
- 140–150 pounds (11 350–12 160 rubles) for a private room with a bathroom;
- 135-152 pounds (10,945-12,322 rubles) for a single room with private facilities.
The price includes accommodation, internet connection, property insurance, utilities. Breakfasts and dinners are paid separately if the student chooses accommodation with meals.
The cost of living in Manchester is low compared to other cities in England.
During the academic year, an undergraduate student can, on average, spend on:
- accommodation - 5,195 pounds (421 thousand rubles);
- food - 1,525 pounds (123.6 thousand rubles);
- clothes - 400 pounds (32.4 thousand rubles);
- transport - 460 pounds (37.3 thousand rubles);
- other needs (books, mobile phone, laundry) - 2,000 pounds (162.1 thousand rubles).
Briefly about the main thing
The diploma received at the University of Manchester opens up the opportunity for internships and employment in the largest companies in the world. The university prepares professionals in various fields who are able to apply their knowledge in practice immediately after graduation.
To enter, an applicant from Russia must choose a program, submit an application. If a decision is made to enroll, you must pay for tuition and apply for a student visa.
