University news
Our University Pay Gaps 2025
(27 Mar 2026)
Our Manchester 2035 strategy sets a clear ambition for us to be the great civic university for the 21st century, where equity, inclusion and social responsibility are fundamental to achieving our strategic foundations and leaps
More than 6,000 colleagues have shared their views – have you?
(27 Mar 2026)
Curiosity-driven research fund helps deliver Manchester 2035
(27 Mar 2026)
A second new fund from our Research Committee will support original, curiosity-driven research – catalysing the development of the ambitious fundamental discovery research our University is known for.
Travel advice to the Middle East
(26 Mar 2026)
With the ongoing conflict in the Middle East, we are providing an update on travel to the region.
University strengthens global standing in the QS Subject Rankings
(25 Mar 2026)
We have strengthened our global academic reputation, showing improvements across multiple disciplines in the latest QS World University Rankings by Subject, achieving four subjects ranked in the world’s top 10, 15 in the global top 25, and 45 in the top 100.
Major sustainability milestone - Main Campus hits zero landfill
(24 Mar 2026)
The University has achieved a landmark sustainability goal as we become 100% ‘Zero Landfill’ on Main Campus. Thanks to a joint effort between Estates colleagues and our waste contractors, our general, clinical, and offensive waste is now fully diverted from landfill.
Meningitis – no new cases
(23 Mar 2026)
Further to our news item last week outlining the symptoms of meningitis and what to do if you are worried following the outbreak of meningococcal disease in Kent, the latest data indicates there are no new cases confirmed.
Future Foundations: Transforming how we work – together
(23 Mar 2026)
Our 2035 strategy outlines the commitment to improving how our University works so we see and feel the benefits in our day-to-day experience. As part of our journey toward the ambitions set out in From Manchester for the world, we are investing in more connected, consistent and user centred ways of working. Future Foundations is a key part of that commitment.
4,200 completed surveys, three prize draw winners, and 7 days left to have your say
(20 Mar 2026)
There’s still time to have your say and shape the future of our University
Senate election results
(20 Mar 2026)
Congratulations to colleagues who have been elected to Senate and thanks to those who took part in the process.
Catch up: latest discussions on accountability for the delivery of our strategy
(16 Mar 2026)
Faye Holland joins pioneering Cambridge x Manchester collaboration as Partnership Director
(16 Mar 2026)
We are pleased to announce that Faye Holland has taken up the role of Director for the Cambridge x Manchester Partnership, bringing her expertise to our collaborative innovation work with the University of Cambridge
Election of colleagues to the General Assembly 2026
(16 Mar 2026)
Colleagues are encouraged to seek nomination for two vacancies by noon on Monday, 30 March.
Your work matters – supporting you to do your best work
(10 Mar 2026)
How we lead matters – Change is constant but how we lead it makes all the difference
(10 Mar 2026)
Your Voice Matters – reporting on progress from the 2025 Colleague Engagement Survey
Delivering 2035: How co-creation successfully upgraded Oracle CRM
(10 Mar 2026)
By modernising one of our core systems, we are strengthening our digital foundations by investing in technologies fit for our future.
“It’s being part of something – something bigger than yourself.”
(09 Mar 2026)
Research impact, shaped together - a campaign to celebrate how collaboration and partnership accelerate our research to impact in line with our Manchester 2035 strategy.
Your Voice Matters – complete the survey and have your say
(09 Mar 2026)
Take part in our colleague engagement survey between Tuesday, 10 March and Tuesday, 31 March.
Project proposals needed for new PhD by Enterprise programme
(05 Mar 2026)
New doctoral pathway invites project proposals to shape the next generation of innovators
Vigil near university campus tonight
(04 Mar 2026)
Travel advice for area around Sugden Centre and Nancy Rothwell building
You matter – taking action to make our University a place where everyone belongs
(02 Mar 2026)
Your Voice Matters – reporting on progress from the 2025 Colleague Engagement Survey
Conflict in the Middle East
(02 Mar 2026)
Support and guidance for colleagues and students
Watch: A year of big wins - strengthening our IT foundations
(27 Feb 2026)
Watch a showcase reel on how the work of our Evolve Programme over the past year has strengthened the digital foundations we all rely on, every day.
We’re highest in Manchester, 83rd in the UK in Best Employers list
(27 Feb 2026)
We’re ranked highest in the city of Manchester and number 83 in the UK in Best Employers 2026, a survey carried out by the Financial Times.
The Psychology of persuasion: How one programme boosted its NSS response
(27 Feb 2026)
Three weeks into NSS, our Psychology programme is already leading the way with one of the strongest early uptakes in the University. See how their refreshed, student‑centred launch sparked such impressive momentum.
As voted by you: Your chosen causes for Purple Pennies
(27 Feb 2026)
Find out which two meaningful causes will receive the pennies from your payslip
Your career matters – we’re taking action to help you grow
(26 Feb 2026)
Your Voice Matters – reporting on progress from the 2025 colleague engagement survey
Support following incident at Central Manchester Mosque
(25 Feb 2026)
Support for colleagues
Viewpoint: Delivering our strategy - Our People
(23 Feb 2026)
Ele Morrissey, Executive Director of People, shares how our people are central to delivering our strategy.
A home for new ideas – works begin on campus innovation hub
(20 Feb 2026)
Works have commenced on William Kay House on Oxford Road, putting innovation at the heart of campus for staff and students.