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University of Manchester Rankings 2025

Manchester, Greater Manchester, UK

4.0 /5

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Shiksha popularity ranking

#7 in UK

#5 in MS in UK

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667 acre campus
Estd. 2004

University of Manchester Ranking

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University of Manchester Ranking Highlights
University of Manchester University Ranking
University of Manchester Course Ranking
University of Manchester US News & World Report Ranking 2024
University of Manchester The Guardian Ranking 2025
University of Manchester The Complete University Guide Ranking 2025
University of Manchester FT (Financial Times) Ranking 2024
University of Manchester QS Ranking 2025
University of Manchester THE (Times Higher Education) Ranking 2025
University of Manchester ARWU (Shanghai Ranking) Ranking 2024
University of Manchester Bloomberg Ranking 2023
University of Manchester Student Reviews

University of Manchester
Ranking Highlights

Recognized globally as a leading global enterprise, University of Manchester is dedicated to delivering academic excellence. The University of Manchester has recieved an A+ rating by Shiksha Grading.

Even though there are multiple global ranking metrics available for students to check university rankings, what makes Shiksha Grading different is that Shiksha uses the aggregate of all the publicly available university and course rankings from top-ranking publishers and maps it into nine buckets, namely A++, A+, A, B++, B+, B, C++, C+, C. With this method, courses are graded on the basis of their availability at the college in a particular country and universities are graded by the countries.

Moving forward, according to 'University Ranking' category of QS 2025, University of Manchester ranks #34, showing a downgrade from its previous ranking of #32 in 2024. University of Manchester also ranks #51 in THE 'University Ranking' category 2024. As compared to the last year, University of Manchester witnessed an improving trend in its THE (Times Higher Education) ranking which stood at #54 in 2023. Furthermore, University of Manchester ranks #22 in The Complete University Guide 'University Ranking' category in 2025. The below infographic includes the last few year's ranking of the university:

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University of Manchester
University Ranking

Shiksha

QS Ranking

CUG Ranking

#22

Guardian Ranking

#31

ARWU Ranking

#52

THE Ranking

#53

US News Ranking

#67

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University of Manchester
Course Ranking

Shiksha has graded University of Manchester streams, such as Science, Nursing, and Business & Management Studies with A++, A++, and A+ grades. The presence of multiple rankings online can prove to be overwhelming to students looking to study abroad. Hence, Shiksha Study Abroad has launched Shiksha Grading. With it, students will no longer be required to check multiple ranking organisations to know about the performance of a particular university. Just checking Shiksha rating will suffice.

However, in case students are wondering how well is University of Manchester ranked for its subjects as per other ranking bodies, the institute is popular for its Nursing, Masters in Supply Chain Management, PG Business & Economics, and Engineering courses all over the world. In the QS ranking 2024, University of Manchester stands at #6 for Nursing program. Additionally, it is also ranked at #7 for Masters in Supply Chain Management. Other than these, Sociology at #16, and Masters in Business Analytics at #17 also got ranked by QS 2024. It is recommended to study Nursing as it ranks #6 by QS (the best ranked course of this institute under this ranking body). This ranking stood at #7 in 2023.

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University of Manchester
US News & World Report Ranking 2024

Ranked by	2022	2023	2024
Global Universities	58	63	67

University of Manchester
The Guardian Ranking 2025

Ranked by	2023	2024	2025
University	30	24	31
Accounting and Finance	17	4	9
Business and Management	19	7	10
Chemical Engineering	17	23	16
Civil Engineering	12	8	6
Economics	51	47	46
Electronic and Electrical Engineering	12	22	15
Law	23	14	24
Mechanical Engineering	22	26	27
Medicine	30	31	26
Physics	12	11	18
Politics	17	17	27
Sociology and Social Policy	12	11	12

University of Manchester
The Complete University Guide Ranking 2025

Ranked by	2023	2024	2025
UK University	17	19	22
Accounting and Finance	10	5	8
Aeronautical and Aerospace Engineering	12	14	13
Art and Design	60	44	35
Biological Sciences	8	19	20
Business and Management Studies UK	14	13	13
Chemical Engineering	8	12	10
Civil Engineering	16	10	8
Computer Science	7	13	11
Electrical and Electronic Engineering	7	6	7
Law	19	13	21
Mechanical Engineering	12	15	17
Medicine	15	20	20
Nursing	4	4	5
Physics and Astronomy	4	5	4
Psychology	23	25	23
Sociology	15	11	15

University of Manchester
FT (Financial Times) Ranking 2024

Ranked by	2022	2023	2024
GMBA	43	46	46
Master in Management	83	– / –	92

University of Manchester
QS Ranking 2025

Ranked by	2023	2024	2025
Europe	– / –	8	7
World University	28	32	34
Accounting and Finance	19	22	– / –
Biological Sciences	45	40	– / –
Communication and Media Studies	– / –	51	– / –
Engineering and Technology	32	27	– / –
Global MBA	47	49	47
Law and Legal Studies	51	57	– / –
Masters in Business Analytics	16	17	20
Masters in Supply Chain Management	6	7	6
Mathematics	51	55	– / –
Mechanical Aeronautical and Manufacturing Engineering	21	24	– / –
Medicine	32	30	– / –
Nursing	7	6	– / –
Performing Arts	51	51	– / –
Pharmacy and Pharmacology	17	17	– / –
Physics and Astronomy	44	43	– / –
Politics	50	49	– / –
Sociology	22	16	– / –

University of Manchester
THE (Times Higher Education) Ranking 2025

Ranked by	2023	2024	2025
University	54	51	53
Arts and Humanities	69	49	– / –
Clinical and Health	50	49	– / –
Engineering	48	42	– / –
Law	95	93	– / –
Life Sciences	61	54	– / –
PG Business and Economics	36	31	– / –
PG Computer Science	86	82	– / –
Psychology	82	69	– / –

University of Manchester
ARWU (Shanghai Ranking) Ranking 2024

Ranked by	2022	2023	2024
Universities	38	41	52
Law	151	101	– / –
Mathematics	151	151	– / –
Nursing	36	51	– / –
Physics	17	16	– / –
Political Sciences	76	76	– / –
Sociology	24	39	– / –

University of Manchester
Bloomberg Ranking 2023

Ranked by	2022	2023
Best Business School Europe	13	15

University of Manchester
Students Ratings & Reviews

4/5

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Vibe of Campus

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Student Views

62% students never faced discrimination in this university

Internships2.9

Part time work3.8

Post study jobs3.5

Quality of faculty4.4

Student Life4.5

Value for money3.9

Public transportation4.6

Safety4.5

Indian Food4.3

Permanent Immigration3.2

Srishti

MSc in Business Psychology - Batch of 2024

4.2

Enriching academic and cultural experience at UoM.

Tips: When you come to the University of Manchester, you can expect a cultural shift and a need to adapt to independent living. Engaging with your fellow students and the university as a whole will help you adjust to academic rigour and cultural diversity. The faculty at this college is highly knowledgeable, supportive, and experienced. The professors are approachable and provide prompt email responses. The focus on practical applications is effective and engaging. The faculty comes from diverse backgrounds, which brings a global perspective to the classroom. I am highly satisfied with my course, university, and the UK's cultural richness. It's great for the overall growth of an individual.

Dislikes (Indian Food): The Indian food options in Manchester are decent but not always authentic. There are two types of restaurants in the locality: budget-friendly ones like Bundobust and Chaiwala, where a meal costs 7-10 pounds per person; and mid-range ones like Dishoom and Mowgli, where a meal costs 15-25 pounds per person. I usually cook my own meals.

Reviewed on 23 Jan 2025Read more

Himanshu Madelwar Verified Icon

MSc Operations, Project and Supply Chain Management - Batch of 2024

4.3

Diverse and culturally rich university with a lot of internal opportunities.

Tips: The University of Manchester is a diverse and culturally rich university with a lot of internal opportunities. The course content is good and designed for students with at least a year or two of experience in the field of study. The university is recognized globally and has a good reputation. Student diversity is above 90%. Different types of scholarships are available so students can apply for international scholarships.

Likes (Quality of faculty): The quality of teaching and the professors at this university are fabulous. The professors are very experienced in their subject of teaching. They are from different countries and have studied at top-tier universities. They also have ground-level experience in their fields. In addition, the faculty is very helpful and provides support for assignments.

Dislikes (Internships): The university does not provide internships. You have to find one on your own time outside of study hours. Also, it is difficult to manage a part-time job, your classes, assignments, and coursework because the courses are intense and you have classes three to four days a week.

Reviewed on 3 Dec 2024Read more

Anonymous

MSc in Management - Batch of 2024

3.6

A college to maximise your research skills and make good connections.

Tips: The courses offered by the University are research based. Be prepared to do a lot of research. Most of the people are Indians. The university offers job fairs to make connections with the employers. Start applying for the jobs as soon as you land and be prepared for virtual interviews.

Reviewed on 13 Jun 2024Read more

Aarushi Goel Verified Icon

MSc Economics - Batch of 2024

4.3

Good college with amazing experience.

Tips: I was awarded a scholarship that provided a tuition discount. I applied for the scholarship online, and the process was straightforward. There were some cultural adjustments, but the large Indian population made the transition easier. I am very satisfied with the University of Manchester, the course I took, and the country itself.

Likes (Public transportation): The city is well connected by bus and trams and has multiple railway stations. Cabs are also easily available. The campus is in the centre of the city, so it is well-connected. It is also a walking distance from the city centre. Public transport is very affordable and they offer passes too.

Dislikes (Permanent Immigration): It all depends on whether you've got a job or not, and whether the company wants to sponsor a visa or not. The chances of permanent settlement are pretty slim as of now given the global scenario and slim job market. But if given a chance, I would like to settle in the UK, barring some cities.

Reviewed on 5 Nov 2024Read more

Anonymous

MSc Quantitative Finance - Batch of 2023

3.8

Best experience and academically enriching journey at the University of Manchester.

Tips: I really enjoyed my time here at UoM. The faculty and administration are very supportive and approachable and always willing to help the students in need. Be prepared to adapt and make friends as it can be difficult initially to get used to the culture.

Reviewed on 22 Aug 2024Read more

Adarsh Anil Verified Icon

MSc Medical Microbiology - Batch of 2023

3.7

My 2 years of experience in Manchester with a lot of ups and downs.

Tips: After coming to the UK, you will definitely see many changes be it people, culture, climate or language everything is different than what you have experienced in India so yes it will be a major change. I didn't get any scholarship. I have tried, but no such luck. Overall, my experience with the university, course and country was good. I learned a lot and experienced a lot of new things so in total my experience was quite good.

Likes (Public transportation): I found Manchester's public transportation system to be very convenient, frequent, and economical. Unless you live far from the city, you won't have any problems getting around. As a student, you'll get huge discounts on bus and tram passes, which makes tickets even cheaper.

Dislikes (Part time work): Right now the UK job market is stagnant with not many jobs especially if you are a fresher that's the same case with on-campus part-time jobs. It is very competitive and employers prefer individuals with experience. However, if you are open to working in the the food and beverage sector, chances are comparatively better, but you still have to spend a good amount of time in part-time job hunting and be prepared for the challenges. I can't guarantee this for every course but for my course, it was quite manageable by working part-time you will be financially independent and if you can manage your time properly then both work and study will be a piece of cake. As a student in the UK, you are legally allowed to work only for 20 hours with minimum wages which is plenty to cover your personal expenses.

Reviewed on 27 Sep 2024Read more

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Is Manchester expensive for students?

Answered 5 days ago

University of Manchester charges fees for international students that include the costs for registration, tuition, supervision, examinations, and graduation. The annual tuition fees for undergraduate and postgraduate courses at the university are given as follows:

Course level	Annual Tuition Fee in INR
UG	INR 20.6 L - INR 38.55 L
PG	INR 7.22 L - INR 62.85 L

Tasneem Hoda

Contributor-Level 10

What is the admission deadline for the University of Manchester?

Answered 5 days ago

The admission deadlines for international students at University of Manchester are given as follows:

Programs	Application Deadlines
Undergraduate	Jun 30, 2025
MBA Full-time	May 19, 2025

Tasneem Hoda

Contributor-Level 10

Is University of Manchester good for international students?

Answered a month ago

Yes, University of Manchester is a good choice for international students to pursue their higher studies from.

University of Manchester has students coming from all across the globe, making it a diverse place when it comes to students. It is also known for it's teaching faculty and learning experien

Anamika Jha

Contributor-Level 10

Does the University of Manchester offer scholarships to international students?

Answered a week ago

The University of Manchester scholarships are available for international students based on their merit. The university offer more than 100 merit-based undergraduate scholarships of up to £24,000 or INR 25.69 L (£8,000 or INR 8.56 L per year over three years) to international students. The table bel

Aayushi Sharma

Contributor-Level 6

What is the acceptance rate of Manchester University?

Answered a month ago

According to various sources, University of Manchester has an overall acceptance rate of around 40-50% making it moderately selective for international student admissions.

Tasneem Hoda

Contributor-Level 10

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