Peer mentoring

Peer mentoring is a social support network for medical students to help you settle in to studying at Manchester.

One of the best ways to settle into university is by talking to students who've recently been in your shoes. 

Our Peer Mentoring scheme connects Year 1 medical students with trained Year 2 mentors who can offer support, share their experiences, and help you navigate your first year at Manchester. Whether you have questions about studying, university life, or simply want a friendly face to talk to, your mentors are here to help. 

Meet your Peer Mentors 

We're hosting a Welcome Event on Monday, 21 September 2026, giving you the chance to meet fellow students, ask questions, and start building your Manchester community from day one. Your mentors will be there to welcome you. You’ll find more details of this in your timetable.

Note: Most dietary requirements will be catered for at the welcome event, if you have any specific requirements you’d like to talk to us about, please get in touch – sms.hub@manchester.ac.uk.

Welcome booklet

Our Student Coordinators for the peer mentoring scheme have collated all of their best advice and have created a helpful Welcome Booklet.

Guide for Muslim students

Read a guide written by current Muslim students for other Muslim students starting the MBChB course, with tips, advice, and answers to frequently asked questions.