

Manchester, England
Manchester Metropolitan University is a university located in Manchester, North West England. It is a member of the University Alliance group, focused on professional and technical education. It holds the highest TEF rating — Gold — for outstanding teaching quality.
The university has approximately 39,395 students. The largest international cohorts come from India, China, and Pakistan.
Manchester Metropolitan University currently lists 141 courses on CourseOptions, spanning 61 undergraduate and 80 postgraduate programmes. There are 5 scholarships available for international students.
Graduate outcomes are strong: 90% of graduates go into employment or further study within 15 months, and the median graduate salary is £25,500, rising to £28,500 after five years.
Student satisfaction is strong, with an NSS teaching satisfaction score of 88%.
Manchester is a vibrant, diverse city with a legendary music scene and the UK's strongest economy outside London.
Manchester Metropolitan University is ranked #643 in the world by QS World University Rankings 2026 and #61 in the UK by the Complete University Guide.
| Ranking System | Position |
|---|---|
| QS World University Rankings 2026 | #643 |
| Times Higher Education 2026 | #601 |
| Guardian University Guide (UK) | #62 |
| The Complete University Guide (UK) | #61 |
Source: QS, THE, CUG, Guardian — Updated January 2026
84.1% of graduates are in employment or further study within 15 months of graduation.
| Time After Graduation | Median Salary | UK Average | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 months | £25,500 | £23,460 | +9% |
| 3 years | £25,600 | £23,552 | +9% |
| 5 years | £28,500 | £26,220 | +9% |
Source: HESA Longitudinal Education Outcomes (LEO) 2025
These figures represent institution-wide averages across all subject areas and study modes. Actual graduate outcomes vary by course and cohort. For course-specific data, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.
Has an 86% overall satisfaction rate according to the National Student Survey (NSS) 2025.
Source: National Student Survey (NSS) 2025.
These figures represent institution-wide averages across all courses and may not reflect satisfaction for a specific course. For course-level data, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.
9.3% of students are international, representing 90+ countries. Total international students: 3,645.
| Countries | Students | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| India | 790 | 21.7% |
| China | 395 | 10.8% |
| Pakistan | 260 | 7.1% |
| Nigeria | 255 | 7% |
| Kuwait | 210 | 5.8% |
| Hong Kong | 125 | 3.4% |
| Ireland | 85 | 2.3% |
| Saudi Arabia | 80 | 2.2% |
| Malaysia | 75 | 2.1% |
| United Arab Emirates | 75 | 2.1% |
Source: HESA official data.
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