The University of Manchester
The University of Manchester is a complete range of public comprehensive research universities in the UK, one of the "Red Brick Universities" in the UK, one of the founding members of the Russell Group in the UK, and the largest single-site university in the UK.
2022 Rankings
Ranked 27th in the QS World University Rankings
THE World University Rankings are ranked 50th
U.S. News is ranked 58th in the World University Rankings
Entry requirements
The University of Manchester adopts a decentralized admissions system, so ... Applicants can view the specific entry requirements for the courses they are interested in. Each course has a dedicated webpage with entry requirements and other useful information. Specific grade requirements vary by course and department, but are generally equivalent to IELTS 6.0-7.0 (or Foundation 5.5).
At the same time, the school will consider other application information to ensure that the most promising students are admitted. This is assessed within a structured framework and includes: previously predicted grades, personal statements, etc. Some courses may also consider interviews, aptitude tests, and portfolio performance.
Requirements for A-Level
Applicants taking an A-Level program are usually required to provide a grade in three subjects (grade requirements: AAA-ABB), depending on the course chosen. The University of Manchester only accepts A-Level grades in three subjects and does not accept additional grades such as subject IV.
AS-level scores are not considered part of the University of Manchester's standard admissions process. With the exception of medical and dental courses, schools require evidence of a broad programme of study. Applicants are required to submit three A-levels plus "some other learning/activity".
The University of Manchester accepts international A-levels from the main examination boards (Cambridge International Examinations (CIE), Pearson/Eders and Oxford International AQA) and does not differentiate them based on the offered admission or required grades.
If an applicant re-studies AS in order to improve their grades, the University will consider your application according to the standard selection process. If you plan to take the exam again, or have already done so, the university will consider your situation comprehensively and may require more information, and each applicant's case is considered individually.
Notice for Applications
Undergraduate applications are made to the University of Manchester through the University and College Admissions Service (UCAS). Apply to UCAS for fall enrollment for the following year starting September 1. The deadline to receive applications is January 26, after which applications can be made via the UCAS Extra. If you apply for a course that qualifies in medicine or dentistry, the deadline is October 15 of the year prior to enrollment.
If you applied in the previous year and the application was unsuccessful, you can apply again. The school will consider the application according to the criteria of the year of admission. Applicants are required to demonstrate new changes. When assessing suitability for a chosen course, all information previously applied for or previously registered with Manchester University may be taken into account.
Deferral of admission is at the discretion of the University's admissions staff. Some schools want to ensure that the GAP YEAR gap year is used constructively before accepting the extension, so please contact the admissions officer for the chosen program before applying. Deferrals are usually only allowed for one year, with a maximum of two years. Other than that.