International student experience
Each year we welcome one of the largest international student populations in the UK to our University.
We’ve collected the key information you need on obtaining a visa, travelling to Manchester and understanding our healthcare system.
Your next steps
Attend our online sessions for international students, including Get Ready Live, our pre-departure show for all international students:
- Postgraduate accommodation – Tuesday, 14 April
- Undergraduate accommodation – Monday, 27 April
- Your Career – several from February to April
- Your New City – Wednesday, 6 May and Tuesday, 12 May
- Your Supporters – parents and family Q&A – Thursday, 21 March
- Get Ready Live – Monday, 11 May; Tuesday, 9 June; Monday, 15 June; Friday, 3 July; Thursday, 23 July
- Visa deep dive – Monday, 18 May; Tuesday, 16 June; Wednesday, 8 July
- Your Students' Union: What To Know Before Starting University – Thursday, 16 July; Tuesday, 18 August; Wednesday, 26 August
Whatever your area of study and career goals, the Careers Service is here to support you from before you arrive in Manchester, right through to life after graduation. The Careers Service's pre-arrival pages will help you understand the UK job market so you can search for part-time jobs and work experience with confidence from day one.
Once you're here, the Careers Service offers information, advice and one-to-one guidance on exploring the right career path for you, gaining skills and experience, and applying for jobs and experience in the UK and abroad - whether during your studies or after you graduate.
In addition to guidance, the Careers Service runs events for international students on campus and online, one-to-one appointments, internship programmes, interview practice, CV reviews and much more.
Visit the Careers Service Visit the Careers Service for pre-arrival information
Moving to a new country can be daunting. Manchester’s Students' Union has a dedicated service to support international students settle into student life, get to know Manchester, and make new friends.
It also hosts weekly socials and regular trips, as well as activities like the Global Buddies scheme and the International Orientation Programme.
To learn more about what's on offer from the Students' Union, please visit the international section of their website.
Your questions answered
We have plenty more information to help your transition as a Manchester student go smoothly. Browse the additional resources below to find out more.
You can also check out our 'Get Ready Live' show to hear everything you need to know before starting at Manchester.