Overview

GlobaLinks Learning Abroad, formerly known as EuroLearn, offers semester and year abroad programs at University of Manchester.

The University of Manchester is one of Europe’s top universities, and is internationally recognized for both its teaching quality and research excellence. It is the largest single-campus university in the UK, with approximately 39,000 students. It is also the most popular university in the UK in terms of number of applications from UK students.

Many of the major advances of the 20th century began at the University, including the development of the world’s first programmable computer, and the splitting of the atom. The University campus spans a large area right next to the city centre and is dominated by grand buildings, but also has quiet corners, landscaped gardens, cafes and common rooms. Everything is within easy walking distance.

In the latest UK Research Assessment Exercise (the UK government’s formal method of assessing the quality of research in universities), The University of Manchester emerged amongst the country’s top four or five major research universities, alongside institutions such as Oxford, Cambridge and University College London.

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Location

Manchester itself is a vibrant, youthful city with a thriving cultural scene and an abundance of theatres, restaurants, museums, music venues and sporting opportunities. It is located in the North West of England, approximately 180 miles north of London. Because of its prime location on the national and international network of airline routes, rail links and motorways, Manchester operates as a gateway to all areas of the country and to the rest of Europe and the world. There are daily direct scheduled flights to many major US cities, including Chicago, New York, Newark, Atlanta, Philadelphia and Orlando, as well as regular short-haul flights to many European cities such as Paris, Rome, Barcelona, Amsterdam and Brussels.

More than 80,000 university students live in Manchester in total, meaning the city buzzes with young people. The birthplace of the Industrial Revolution, Manchester is a city of contrasts, with sparkling new buildings seated right beside regenerated original cotton mills and historic Victorian buildings and monuments. Manchester is also a great base from which to explore the rest of the UK. The beautiful Lake District, Peak District and Snowdonia National Parks are all within easy reach, and the North West coast is less than an hour away.

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Academic Highlights

The University of Manchester is ranked as number 29 in the world according to the 2008 THES rankings, and number 9 in Europe. In the latest Research Assessment Exercise, Manchester was ranked as third in the UK (behind Cambridge and Oxford) in terms of ‘Research Power’. 65% of research activity at Manchester was judged to be ‘world leading’ or ‘internationally excellent’, and Manchester came top in the country for quality in 6 subject areas, behind only Cambridge (18 subject areas) and Oxford (8 subject areas). The University of Manchester attracts world-renowned researchers and instructors and boasts no few than 25 Nobel Prize winners amongst its current and former staff and students.

The Manchester Business School is AACSB and EQUIS accredited.

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Around the University

Within easy reach of the campus itself are bookshops; the Aquatics Centre (the venue for the 2002 Commonwealth Games swimming events) and Sugden Sports Centre; pubs, cafes and bars; health food shops; banks; the Manchester Museum and Whitworth Art Gallery; convenience stores; pharmacies; the Manchester Royal Infirmary Hospital; the British Broadcasting Corporation's (BBC) Northern Headquarters, and beautiful public parkland.

Oxford Road, on which the South Campus is situated, is the busiest bus route in Western Europe, making transportation across the city very quick and easy. Also within walking distance of the University Campus is the famous "Curry Mile" - a dazzling stretch of inexpensive Asian restaurants, shops and internet cafes popular with both students and locals.

Housing

Students can choose from either catered (with a meal plan) or self catered accommodation, as well as from en-suite rooms (with a private restroom) or shared facilities. All students will have single-study bedrooms with shared living/communal areas. A wide variety of styles of accommodation are available, ranging from modern apartments to traditional collegiate-style halls of residence. Residences are self-contained communities with their own common rooms, bars and social activities.  Housing options for Spring semester students is more limited with catered halls (with meal plans) more prevalent during this term.  

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University Services

Study Abroad students coming to The University of Manchester are looked after by the Study Abroad Unit, but also have access to the full range of standard university support services, including disability support, Careers Service, international advice and guidance, and counselling services. The Study Abroad Unit also offers a Mentor Scheme, enabling incoming study abroad students to be matched to a Manchester student who has previously studied abroad.

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Orientation

In addition to the GlobaLinks Learning Abroad Bridging Cultures Program, all students will participate in a university specific orientation.

To help students find their feet in their new environment, Manchester offers an orientation course for all new international students, including sessions specifically tailored for students who are studying abroad for a single semester or year. Orientation topics include Living in Manchester, Health and Well Being, Student Support Services and Money Matters, as well as a number of social events such as salsa dancing, a world quiz, karaoke and a barbecue. The International Society also runs an airport collection service (from Manchester airport) in September to ensure a warm welcome!

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Scholarships Available

GlobaLinks Learning Abroad strives to offer the most reasonable abroad fees to Europe.  To further enhance the affordability of the semester/year study abroad programs, we encourage you to apply for scholarships through all available scholarship sources.  Learn more about our scholarship opportunities. 

Get Involved Abroad

Extracurricular Activities

As a GlobaLinks Learning Abroad participant, you will be directly enrolled as a student in the university abroad. This allows you to take advantage of every opportunity to be culturally integrated in the campus environment and culture by participating in university activities with resident students. Students at The University of Manchester can take part in a huge range of activities during their period of study abroad. Lots of societies, run by and for students, exist at the University, enabling participants to meet like-minded friends – whether students are interested in Basketball, Dance, Film, Hiking, Swimming, Ice Skating, Jazz, Photography, Tai Chi, Rowing or Tennis, there are clubs to suit!

Community Involvement

Getting involved abroad can enable you to meet local students, make a meaningful connection with your campus and community, and enhance your study abroad experience. Your coordinator will connect you with local resources if you wish to volunteer for community projects through your host university. It is important for you to find the right combination of academic, cultural, and leisure activities in order to take full advantage of international learning and cultural immersion.

All students are encouraged to participate in volunteer activities at or near their campus, where permitted under host-country immigration regulations. Service learning is an integral piece of a well-rounded education, and we support students’ efforts to integrate into the local culture through volunteer activities. Students are provided with information on volunteer opportunities on campus or within the community during the orientation and preparation process.

Examples of how you can get involved in the community: 

Manchester Student Volunteers
Manchester Student Volunteers (MSV) is a project based at the Careers Service which links you to local not-for-profit organisations and other volunteering opportunities.
http://www.careers.manchester.ac.uk/students/employable/volunteering/findvoluntarywork/

Study Abroad plus Leadership and Service program offered through the University

 

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Special Programs

Study Abroad plus Leadership and Service

The University has an innovative ‘Study Abroad plus Leadership and Service’ program, which enables students to combine Service Learning and Leadership training with their standard study abroad program. 

The program allows students to engage with local community groups, facilitating engagement with British life and society in a more direct way than is possible through academic study alone. The taught leadership element of the program helps students understand the importance of sustainable leadership that promotes environmental care, social justice and prosperity.

Students who complete 60 hours of service learning plus “Leadership in Action” will receive the prestigious Manchester Leadership Award.

HOW TO APPLY - This program requires an additional application. It is a competitive program and acceptance to this program is not guaranteed. If you are interested in this program, please indicate your interest in your personal statement of your GlobaLinks Learning Abroad application to Manchester. For further information, please contact us at studyabroad@globalinksabroad.org.
 

Pre-Law Program

The university also has a Pre-Law program for students from US universities who are interested in progressing on to Law School after their undergraduate degree. The program gives students the chance to study law course units, such as Contracts, Torts, Criminal Law, Human Rights, Counter-Terrorism, and Law and Ethics, which are studied at undergraduate level in the UK.

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Enhance Your Experience Online

Global Citizen Development

The new Global Citizen Development modules are online learning components designed to help you explore your study abroad destination and experience at a whole new level. These modules are not mandatory; however, we strongly encourage your participation as they will introduce you to the opportunities and challenges you may encounter when participating in a study abroad program, as well as expose you to cultural insights and knowledge about your host country to help make your program abroad even more successful and fulfilling. Through the 3 modules, you will refine your skills in cross-cultural observation, adaptation, and communication.  

Course Catalog

To determine if the classes you need are available at this university, select Courses/Subjects to view the specific course options.

Tips: For advice on navigating the university’s course catalog, use the Selecting Courses link. You may also view the suggested grade and credit transfer information through the Grade Conversion.

If you have any questions about course availability, please contact studyabroad@globalinksabroad.org.  

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Ask an Alumni

Ever wonder what it's like to live in Europe? Are you having trouble finding the right university for you? Speak to students that were already there! They are truly experts on their universities and cities, and want to help you go abroad too.

Email studyabroad@globalinksabroad.org with your name, email, and your specific program of interest and we'll email you with the contact details for one of our 20,000 alumni!

Please don't hesitate to contact us as well with any questions.

Fees

Fee Includes

All fees are quoted in US Dollars unless otherwise specifically stated. Program Fees include tuition for full-time semester status, university and program administrative fees, membership in the student union (where applicable), health insurance, ISIC card, and the Bridging Cultures Program. Tuition fees are based on the arts and social science tuition charged by this university. There may be higher tuition associated with certain disciplines. Where applicable, this difference in tuition will be added to the total Program Fees.  Fees include all pre-departure services such as: orientation materials, visa-processing support (excluding the visa fee), housing placements, personal advising, subject selections, liaise with your home university, credit transfer assistance, and financial aid services. As a study abroad student, you will be required to enroll as a full time student. Your semester is equivalent to 12-16 U.S. credits. Additional tuition and/or fees may apply in some subject areas not limited to the following: science, engineering, fine arts, and journalism. Students who undertake subjects where the university requires additional fees will be billed by the host university. Housing Fees are not included in the Program Fee and will be billed separately depending on the specific accommodations placement. A housing deposit is not included in this fee. Where required to reserve accommodations in advance the student will make direct payment for the refundable housing deposit. Students who select “personal apartment living arranged upon arrival by the student” will only be charged the Program Fees, and housing costs will be paid on arrival by the student.

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Programs in Europe Coordinator

Name: Katiana Brenner Title: Senior Coordinator, Outreach and Student Services Department: BIO: As an outreach and student services coordinator for the GlobaLinks Learning Abroad European programs, Katiana handles enrollment and returned student services for programs in the United Kingdom and Ireland. Katiana graduated with a BA in French from the University of Northern Colorado. She spent a year studying abroad in Dakar, Senegal and has also spent some time in the UK, France, Germany, Switzerland, Belgium, and Ireland.