University of Manchester: Statistics

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#60 of 14,131 In the World
#8 of 2,785 In Europe
#6 of 163 In the United Kingdom
#5 of 131 In England
#1 of 4 In Manchester
#2 of 1,321 For Urban and Regional planning
Top10 For 9 other topics
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Type
Non-profit
Funding
Public-private
partnership
Highest Degree
Doctorate
Languages
English
Acceptance rate
39%*

* The University of Manchester is among the institutions that don't provide data on acceptance rates. This might happen because the university has programs where applicants only need to meet admission requirements to enroll and don't necessarily compete with others.

We estimate the above acceptance rate based on admission statistics of closely ranked nearby universities with similar research profiles that do publish such data.

Acceptance rate & Admissions

Admissions RequirementsGeneral Certificate of Education (GCE) with passes in 2 or more subjects at Advanced ('A') level; General Certificate of Secondary Education (GCSE) with Grade 'C' or above in English proficiency, or foreign equivalent
Academic CalendarSeptember to June (September - December; February-June)

Research profile

University of Manchester is a world-class research university with 230,112 scientific papers published and 6,680,827 citations received. The research profile covers a range of fields, including Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Engineering, Liberal Arts & Social Sciences, Medicine, Computer Science, Environmental Science, Quantum and Particle physics, and Biochemistry.

Publications
230,112
Citations
6,680,827

University of Manchester majors

by publication & citation count

Biology
123,819 / 4,496,167
Chemistry
109,044 / 3,825,651
Physics
106,688 / 3,223,022
Engineering
105,638 / 3,150,611
Liberal Arts & Social Sciences
100,179 / 2,517,221
Medicine
97,546 / 3,330,762
Computer Science
91,177 / 2,715,180
Environmental Science
80,874 / 2,254,624
Quantum and Particle physics
74,097 / 2,338,213
Biochemistry
57,853 / 2,258,455
Genetics
57,679 / 2,250,342
Organic Chemistry
53,703 / 1,813,967
Materials Science
53,634 / 1,743,723
Psychology
53,584 / 1,885,013
Political Science
52,236 / 1,213,889
Law
49,032 / 1,168,736
Philosophy
47,709 / 1,135,452
Pathology
43,720 / 1,709,718
Geology
43,160 / 1,302,199
Sociology
42,482 / 1,134,517
Geography and Cartography
42,371 / 1,058,501
Mathematics
42,106 / 1,291,310
Business
36,509 / 928,732
Statistics
33,945 / 1,126,572
History
31,807 / 623,768
Optical Engineering
31,175 / 975,054
Psychiatry
29,546 / 1,161,464
Artificial Intelligence (AI)
29,029 / 801,305
Economics
28,775 / 721,206
Paleontology
28,182 / 876,192
Ecology
27,182 / 885,002
Surgery
24,483 / 873,779
Linguistics
24,242 / 623,743
Archaeology
23,889 / 557,308
Metallurgical Engineering
23,151 / 758,250
Electrical Engineering
21,020 / 570,651
Neuroscience
19,860 / 778,754
Mechanical Engineering
19,186 / 462,978
Immunology
18,813 / 785,906
Art & Design
18,804 / 365,473

Annual publication & citation counts

Year Publications Citations
1991 2105 16920
1992 2162 19112
1993 2223 19242
1994 2405 21560
1995 2646 24058
1996 2898 26443
1997 2813 29027
1998 2930 32095
1999 3024 36954
2000 3192 42425
2001 3235 48322
2002 3815 56154
2003 3768 64367
2004 4152 73437
2005 4658 86493
2006 5442 100129
2007 5935 117540
2008 6065 133888
2009 6421 156378
2010 6622 181823
2011 6804 209232
2012 7219 238409
2013 7457 266099
2014 7986 290369
2015 8620 309662
2016 10027 329839
2017 9016 352195
2018 9368 393403
2019 9847 435669
2020 10796 509930
2021 11108 575338
2022 10382 582060
2023 10460 584311
Academic rankings

Tuition

The tuition table for University of Manchester gives an overview of costs but prices are approximate and subject to change and don't include accommodation, textbooks, or living expenses. The costs of programs might differ significantly for local and international students. The only source of truth for current numbers is the university's official website.

Program Annual Tuition Cost (GBP)
Undergraduate (UK/EU) £9,250
Undergraduate (International) £24,000 - £28,000
Postgraduate (UK/EU) £6,500 - £12,000
Postgraduate (International) £18,000 - £28,000

The University of Manchester has financial aid programs and on-campus housing.

Programs and Degrees

The table below displays academic fields with programs and courses that lead to Bachelor's, Master's, and Doctorate degrees offered by University of Manchester.

Note that the table provides a general overview and might not cover all the specific majors available at the university. Always visit the university's website for the most up-to-date information on the programs offered.

Programs Bachelor Master Doctoral
Art & Design Yes Yes Yes
Biology Yes Yes Yes
Business Yes Yes Yes
Chemistry Yes Yes Yes
Computer Science Yes Yes Yes
Economics Yes Yes Yes
Engineering Yes Yes Yes
Environmental Science Yes Yes Yes
Liberal Arts & Social Sciences Yes Yes Yes
Mathematics Yes Yes Yes
Medicine Yes Yes Yes
Physics Yes Yes Yes
Psychology Yes Yes Yes
Bachelor's Degree Accountancy, Applied Linguistics, Architecture, Architecture and Planning, Dentistry, Economics, Education, Engineering, Fine Arts, Government, Landscape Architecture, Law, Linguistics, Medicine, Music, Nursing, Pharmacy, Philosophy, Religious Studies, Rural Planning, Social Sciences, Surgery, Town Planning
Doctorate Accountancy, Aeronautical and Aerospace Engineering, American Studies, Ancient Civilizations, Archaeology, Art History, Art Management, Astronomy and Space Science, Astrophysics, Biochemistry, Biological and Life Sciences, Biology, Biomedicine, Biotechnology, Business Administration, Cell Biology, Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Civil Engineering, Computer Science, Criminal Law, Dentistry, Design, Earth Sciences, East Asian Studies, Economics, Education, Electrical and Electronic Engineering, English, Environmental Studies, European Studies, Finance, Genetics, Geography, Geology, History, International Relations and Diplomacy, Law, Linguistics, Literature, Mathematics, Mechanical Engineering, Medicine, Microbiology, Middle Eastern Studies, Midwifery, Molecular Biology, Music, Nanotechnology, Nuclear Engineering, Nursing, Optometry, Paper Technology, Petroleum and Gas Engineering, Philosophy, Physics, Physiology, Plant Pathology, Political Sciences, Psychology, Religion, Social Sciences, Sociology, Speech Therapy and Audiology, Textile Technology, Theatre, Theology, Translation and Interpretation, Writing, Zoology

University of Manchester alumni

  1. Benedict Cumberbatch

    Benedict Cumberbatch
    Born in
    United Kingdom Flag United Kingdom
    Years
    1976-.. (age 48)
    Occupations
    film actortelevision actoractorfilm producerstage actor
    Biography

    Benedict Timothy Carlton Cumberbatch is an English actor. Known for his work on screen and stage, he has received various accolades, including a BAFTA Award, a Primetime Emmy Award and a Laurence Olivier Award, in addition to nominations for two Academy Awards and four Golden Globes. In 2014, Time magazine named him one of the 100 most influential people in the world, and in 2015, he was appointed a CBE for services to performing arts and charity.

  2. Milo Yiannopoulos

    Milo Yiannopoulos
    Born in
    United Kingdom Flag United Kingdom
    Years
    1984-.. (age 40)
    Occupations
    writerautobiographerpoetbloggerjournalist
    Biography

    Milo Yiannopoulos is a British far-right political commentator. His speeches and writings criticise Islam, feminism, social justice, and political correctness. Yiannopoulos is a former editor of Breitbart News, an American far-right news and opinion website.

  3. Jack Whitehall

    Jack Whitehall
    Born in
    United Kingdom Flag United Kingdom
    Years
    1988-.. (age 36)
    Occupations
    screenwritertelevision actorcomedianactorstand-up comedian
    Biography

    Jack Peter Benedict Whitehall is an English comedian, actor, writer, and television personality. He is known for his roles as JP in the comedy-drama series Fresh Meat (2011–2016) and as Alfie Wickers in the sitcom Bad Education (2012–2014, 2022) also co-writing the latter and its film adaptation, The Bad Education Movie (2015).

  4. Parineeti Chopra

    Parineeti Chopra
    Born in
    India Flag India
    Years
    1988-.. (age 36)
    Occupations
    actor
    Biography

    Parineeti Chopra is an Indian actress who primarily works in Hindi films. Chopra is a recipient of several accolades, including a Filmfare and a National Film Award. Chopra has appeared in Forbes India's Celebrity 100 list since 2013.

All 100 notable alumni

University of Manchester faculties and divisions

Faculty : Engineering and Physical Science Aeronautical and Aerospace Engineering, Astronomy and Space Science, Chemistry, Civil Engineering, Computer Science, Earth Sciences, Electrical and Electronic Engineering, Environmental Studies, Materials Engineering, Mathematics, Mechanical Engineering, Physics
Faculty : Humanities American Studies, Ancient Civilizations, Anthropology, Archaeology, Architecture, Art History, Business Education, Computer Science, Criminology, Cultural Studies, Economics, Education, English, European Languages, Fine Arts, Geography, Government, History, Landscape Architecture, Law, Leisure Studies, Linguistics, Literacy Education, Management, Middle Eastern Studies, Music, Philosophy, Political Sciences, Religion, Sociology, Theatre, Theology, Translation and Interpretation, Visual Arts
Faculty : Life Sciences Anatomy, Biochemistry, Biological and Life Sciences, Biology, Biomedical Engineering, Biotechnology, Cell Biology, Genetics, Microbiology, Molecular Biology, Neurosciences, Paleontology, Pharmacology, Physiology, Plant and Crop Protection, Psychology, Zoology
Faculty : Medical and Human Sciences Dentistry, Medicine, Midwifery, Nursing, Pharmacy, Psychology, Social Work
School : Business Accountancy, Business Administration, Business Computing, Finance, Management

General information

Founded 1824
Motto Cognitio, sapientia, hvmanitas
Knowledge, wisdom, humanity
Colors blue, gold, purple

Location and contacts

Address Oxford Rd
Manchester, M13 9PL
United Kingdom
City population 548,000

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