The University of Manchester is a well ranked school and its campus provides excellent resources – you will always be able to find somewhere to study during exam season if you need to, even if it does take a while.
However, communication with the students about experiences and opportunities could be better.
Personally, I found I missed out on a lot of opportunities (study abroad deadlines communicated only once in an email during remote online learning) that I would have been very interested in if I knew beforehand.

I would definitely recommend this University. The wealth of resources, including library archives, academic staff and accessibility to research facilities makes the university experience a valuable one. Especially since I currently study a social science degree, I find that the high quality of teaching here at the university really does effect my university experience positively. I think the University also has a great support network, and resources for students to use if they ever need help.

I have really enjoyed my time at the university of Manchester. I have enjoyed my course at the university even more. I am really passionate about sociology and believe the University of Manchester does a good job in teaching.

The school IT system breaks down for so many times. Hopefully it can become stable and efficient. It really causes a lot of inconvenience.

The campus map should be more specific.

It should be a pre-writing program so that students can get familiarize with their essays and marking system.

I am currently studying BSocSc Sociology at the University of Manchester and am a second-year undergraduate student. The modules cover a wide range of topics with only having between 2-3 mandatory modules each academic year, making the rest your own choice! I love this because you can really cater your studies to your own personal interests. I’m glad I chose Sociology at the University of Manchester as I compared the same course at a range of competing universities but found the modules at Manchester to have a much wider variety but they take a particular, progressive focus on social inequalities and how as sociologists we analyse these but further, strive for change. The Professors, Lecturers and tutors are top class and many have worldwide recognition and accreditation in their field, something I find makes this degree worthwhile as you’re being taught directly by renowned experts. The course and some modules in particular exceeded my expectations! If you’re someone that is interested in social justice, inequalities, and social change then this is the course for you! Not only is the course great but the social aspect at the University of Manchester matches this. There is always the chance to socialise and make new friends whether that is through your course, societies or student accommodation! Manchester is a great city with so much to do and see- you’ll never get bored at Manchester!

Continuing a subject from a level usually gives you the upper hand when easing into a typically overwhelming transition in life. But the constant contradiction of being left to your own devices and contacting staff when there is an issue becomes tedious, draining and counterproductive. Lecturers reading from slides is hardly a tantalising experience, especially for those who have lived especially to the city (ie UK nationals and international) who wanted a unique taster of the high calibre of a Russel Group university. Sure it might not be the most competitive degree out there but it still deserves the same energy invested into finding career prospects that aren’t just criminal law. Opting for on-campus study seemed like a waste of time.

My favourite aspect about studying Criminology at The University of Manchester is the programme itself! I find the course very interesting and the content is mostly engaging. I have particularly loved learning about the Criminal Justice System and how it works. The classes are evenly spread out throughout the week which means that I do not end up feeling overwhelmed by the workload and this also allows you to have a social life and gain work experience if you want to. The teachers are generally approachable and the university has a great support network; inclusive of academic advisors who are there to support students with academic, financial and personal problems or queries. One of the negative aspects is that a lot of things are now online: lectures are only an hour long and the rest of the work is through videos online; checking into lessons is online, meaning that if the system is down (which can happen to most technology from time to time) my attendance will be lower. The university could perhaps improve this by putting a system in place to use our university passes to check in physically. However, due to the pandemic it would be difficult as some students are studying remotely. The student life is very busy at this university! There are so many societies and ways to meet new people, even if you are not living on campus like myself! I have joined the African Caribbean society who are so friendly and welcoming and set many events up for us. I would definitely recommend this university to anyone. The school is accommodating and has many international students and has societies that those from ethnic minority backgrounds can join. However, my course, Criminology, does not reflect Manchester as a whole as it is not diverse at all which often means that there are very similar opinions within the group. The University of Manchester team makes me feel very confident that when I leave I will secure a high-level job within my desired field. As previously mentioned, I would recommend my university to everyone; if you would love a balance of academia and a party lifestyle the University of Manchester is for you!

The subject I am studying is in itself very engaging, yet most of the assessments we receive enhance it. From court reports, that you are meant to build on a trial you observed in court, to designing your research proposal on a subject of interest or coming up with your own policy briefing, you are asked and encouraged to critically engage with what you have learned and put it into practice. Moreover, you get to be taught by experts in the field and academics, which are otherwise very willing to help you and give valuable feedback. The are plenty of volunteering opportunities, societies, and other valuable experiences that you can engage in to make the most of your time at the University, such as peer mentoring. There are also great services put in place in order to help you with any type of problems or simply to assist you with advice such as the Teaching and Learning Student Experience Office, the Career Service, the Counselling Service and so on. The halls provided by the university are an amazing place to get to meet people from all over the world, although their taste in terms of design is mostly modest. With the right people around you, this place will make you feel like home, yet regardless of anything, it will indeed help you develop new skills and improve existing ones in order to grow.