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The University of Manchester is one of Britain鈥檚 most famous civic universities, with a rich heritage of cutting-edge innovation and enterprise stretching back more than 180 years. Many major advances of the 20th century began at the University, such as splitting the atom and the development of the world鈥檚 first modern computer. Notable graduates include actor Benedict Cumberbatch, and TV physicist Brian Cox.
Alliance Manchester Business School is the largest campus-based business school in the UK. Ranked 2nd in the UK for research power, the School is influential in all areas of business and management. MBS has the 鈥淭riple Crown鈥� accreditation from AACSB International, AMBA and EQUIS.
Manchester is a big city with a compact and friendly centre. It has been named one of the world鈥檚 top 10 travel destinations, and the UK鈥檚 most liveable city.
Semester dates
| UQ Semester | Host Semester | Dates |
| Semester 1 | Semester 2 (Spring) | 闯补苍耻补谤测/贵别产谤耻补谤测鈥揓耻苍别 |
| Semester 2 | Semester 1 (Autumn) | 厂别辫迟别尘产别谤鈥揓补苍耻补谤测 |
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Guides and additional information
The University of Manchester has online resources to help get the most out of your exchange:
Exchange deadlines
Exchange deadlines
The Semester-based Exchange application process begins one year before the exchange starts. For example, if you plan to start your exchange in UQ鈥檚 Semester 1, 2027, you must apply in UQ鈥檚 Semester 1, 2026.
Application for Exchange in UQ Semester 1 (for the following year):
Applications open: 24 April
Register interest by: 21 May
Applications close: 31 May
Application for Exchange in UQ Semester 2 (for the following year):
Applications open: 24 September
Register interest by: 21 October
Applications close: 31 October
Student testimonials
- B CommerceSemester 2, 2019
This exchange has helped me develop my social skills far more than I thought I would have at home.
Full-time study load
60 credits at Manchester is equivalent to 8 UQ units.
Host university requirements
GPA
You will need a minimum cumulative GPA of 5.0 to study at the University of Manchester (AMBS or general)
Language
Non-Native English Speakers need to provide proof of language ability, the minimum requirement being IELTS 6.0 overall.
Some faculties .
Study Options
You must choose between enrolment at Manchester general or the. Students who are allocated to the AMBS must take all of their courses from within this school. Students allocated to Manchester general cannot choose courses from within the AMBS.听
Semester Restrictions
Students wishing to study for a full year must commence their听exchange in UQ Semester 2.
Other Restrictions
Students studying at听Manchester in UQ's Semester 2 (厂别辫迟别尘产别谤鈥揓补苍耻补谤测) will have their provisional (interim) transcripts emailed to the Global Experiences team the following March. Official transcripts will be posted to the Global Experiences team in August for credit transfer purposes. It should be noted that if you go on exchange to Manchester in your final year, it will delay your UQ graduation.
Note: Host university eligibility criteria are at the discretion of the host and may change without notice.听听
Find courses
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For AMBS course codes, please be noted of the following:
- Course codes ending听with '0' are Full Year courses.
- Course codes ending with '1' are Semester 1 courses.
- Course codes ending with '2' is Semester 2 courses.
Ensure you search for the correct level of courses - see "Additional Academic Information" below for more detail.
Crosscheck the courses you found in the host course catalogue with the to see if UQ credit has previously been granted. The database should be used as a general guide only. Few courses from each host will be in the database and many course precedents in the database may have expired. Note, the credit precedent database does not replace the host course catalogue. If a course is not listed in the CPD, you can still ask for it to be assessed on your study plan.
Study areas taught in English
Academic restrictions
Additional academic information
Exchange deadlines
Exchange deadlines
The Semester-based Exchange application process begins one year before the exchange starts. For example, if you plan to start your exchange in UQ鈥檚 Semester 1, 2027, you must apply in UQ鈥檚 Semester 1, 2026.
Application for Exchange in UQ Semester 1 (for the following year):
Applications open: 24 April
Register interest by: 21 May
Applications close: 31 May
Application for Exchange in UQ Semester 2 (for the following year):
Applications open: 24 September
Register interest by: 21 October
Applications close: 31 October
Accommodation
Students coming for one semester only are not guaranteed a , but under normal circumstances are usually allocated one.
Cost of living
Compared with other cities, particularly those in the south of the UK, Manchester is an affordable place to live and very popular with students on a budget. The university听provides an in Manchester.
The Which?听听is also a useful tool to help you create a budget and manage your finances while studying in the UK.
Financial support
A range of funding for student exchange including scholarships, grants and loans are available to UQ students.
Students studying at the University of Manchester can apply for a scholarship through . BUTEX offers a number of 拢500 scholarships to students studying on exchange at member institutions.
Insurance
Students approved to participate in a Semester-based Exchange are automatically covered by UQ鈥檚 Travel Insurance for the country of their host university only.
For more information, read the Student Travel Insurance Policy Summary on (login required).
If you plan to travel outside of your host country, you should purchase additional insurance.
Manchester has guidance information for suitable . Students whose courses last at least six months are entitled to free health care under the UK鈥檚 National Health Service (NHS).
Exchange deadlines
Exchange deadlines
The Semester-based Exchange application process begins one year before the exchange starts. For example, if you plan to start your exchange in UQ鈥檚 Semester 1, 2027, you must apply in UQ鈥檚 Semester 1, 2026.
Application for Exchange in UQ Semester 1 (for the following year):
Applications open: 24 April
Register interest by: 21 May
Applications close: 31 May
Application for Exchange in UQ Semester 2 (for the following year):
Applications open: 24 September
Register interest by: 21 October
Applications close: 31 October
Organise your visa
It is your responsibility to ensure you have the correct visa for the country where you will be studying. As the Global Experiences team is not a visa-issuing authority we cannot provide visa advice.
Manchester provides for incoming exchange students.
Contact the听听for more visa information.
Travel risk levels
51吃瓜网 cannot and does not allow students to travel to any country with (Reconsider your need to travel) or above, as assessed by the Australian Government.
If a country's risk level changes to 3 or above, experiences to that country are suspended until the risk level improves.
Find out the risk level and travel advice, and sign up to receive updates for your host country on the .
Exchange deadlines
Exchange deadlines
The Semester-based Exchange application process begins one year before the exchange starts. For example, if you plan to start your exchange in UQ鈥檚 Semester 1, 2027, you must apply in UQ鈥檚 Semester 1, 2026.
Application for Exchange in UQ Semester 1 (for the following year):
Applications open: 24 April
Register interest by: 21 May
Applications close: 31 May
Application for Exchange in UQ Semester 2 (for the following year):
Applications open: 24 September
Register interest by: 21 October
Applications close: 31 October