Medicine (taught master's)

We're looking forward to welcoming you to Manchester to start your postgraduate degree with us.

We know you'll have lots of questions about preparing for your studies and what will happen once the semester starts.

Welcome and induction information

Induction

You should receive your programme induction timetable by Monday 9 September 2024. If you have not received it by this date, please contact us by emailing sms.programmes-pgt@manchester.ac.uk.

There are two school-wide induction events taking place on:

• Tuesday 17 September, 9:30am - 11:30am: on campus in Whitworth Hall
• Thursday 19 September, 1pm - 2:30pm: online via Zoom

Further information will be shared here and in your induction timetable once finalised.

We look forward to meeting you at these events.

We're here to make sure you're fully supported as you start your university year with us. If you have any questions about registration, please don’t hesitate to contact us by email or phone, or by visiting us in Stopford Building.

Email: sms.hub@manchester.ac.uk
Tel:  +44 (0)161 306 0460
Visit us: School of Medical Sciences Student Support Hub,  Stopford Building (ground floor)

Student support

The School has a dedicated Student Support and Wellbeing team to support your welfare.

The Student Support and Wellbeing team can offer support with a wide range of challenges you may face, including:

• personal or family issues;
• physical health or mental health issues;
• advice regarding mitigating circumstances for assessments.

Everyone needs help at times. Seeking help is a sign of strength and insight, so please let us know if you need support.

You can contact us by email or phone, or by visiting us in Stopford Building.

Email: sms.wellbeing@manchester.ac.uk
Tel: +44 (0) 161 275 1452
Visit us:  School of Medical Sciences Student Support Hub,  Stopford Building (ground floor)

PGT Student Support Hub in Blackboard

Once you have access to the PGT Student Support Hub (a Blackboard community space), you will find an extensive list of useful information and resources including videos and presentations from the School Welcome, Induction and Transition events.

You will need to log in with your new username and password.

There is also an online health and safety information module for you to complete, along with useful links to library resources and student support and welfare guidance.

Curriculum and programme information

For curriculum and programme information, such as teaching timetables, course unit and programme structures please contact our Programme support team.

Email: sms.programmes-pgt@manchester.ac.uk.

Information for new students