Programs

Chemistry with an Integrated Foundation Year

This one-year foundation programme is designed for students who want to pursue a degree in Chemistry but need to strengthen their scientific and mathematical skills. Upon successful completion and meeting specific progression criteria, you are guaranteed a place on the first year of an undergraduate Chemistry degree at the University of Manchester. The foundation year covers core subjects including Chemistry, Physics, and Mathematics, alongside essential Academic Skills and Information and Communications Technology (ICT). You will also undertake a group project related to your intended degree, supervised by university academics. The program is taught on campus by experienced university staff, offering high levels of academic and pastoral support. Students benefit from the same facilities as other undergraduates, ensuring a smooth transition into their chosen degree.

Chemistry with Medicinal Chemistry MChem

MBChB Medicine

The MBChB Medicine course at the University of Manchester provides comprehensive training to equip you with the knowledge, professional behaviours, and clinical skills necessary to become a doctor. You will be eligible to apply for provisional registration with the General Medical Council upon graduation. The program emphasizes social responsibility, encouraging students to contribute to a better world through their studies and extracurricular activities. You will engage with ethical grand challenges and opportunities to address real-world sustainability problems. The curriculum integrates science and clinical learning through a variety of methods including themed case discussions, lectures, practical classes, team-based learning, and extensive clinical placements in diverse healthcare settings. Students also have the opportunity to intercalate for a year to pursue a BSc, master's, or MB-PhD in a specialized subject of interest. The university is recognized for its strong reputation in teaching and research, particularly through its links with the Manchester Academic Health Science Centre.

MBChB Medicine (Graduate Entry)

This four-year MBChB Medicine (Graduate Entry) program is designed for individuals who have already completed an undergraduate degree in a life science or allied health profession and aspire to become doctors. The course accelerates medical training, allowing completion in four years instead of the typical five to six. You will begin in a dedicated Graduate Entry Medicine (GEM) cohort for your first year, then join students from the standard medicine pathways for the remainder of your studies, primarily through clinical placements. Learning integrates scientific knowledge with practical application in various healthcare settings, preparing you for provisional registration with the General Medical Council upon graduation. The curriculum emphasizes active learning through themed case discussions and extensive clinical experience in both hospital and community environments. You will develop essential clinical knowledge, communication, and decision-making skills, with opportunities for personalized learning through selected clinical placements and electives. The final year focuses on preparing you for immediate practice in Foundation Year 1 posts.

MChem Chemistry

This four-year MChem Chemistry programme offers a comprehensive study of chemistry with a strong emphasis on practical laboratory experience and the development of scientific and quantitative skills. The curriculum is designed to provide a solid foundation in the early years, allowing for greater flexibility in later stages. The final year features an extended individual research project within a chosen specialization, offering the chance to work on current problems in chemistry. The course aims to equip students with analytical, collaborative, and communication skills, preparing them for diverse career paths in science. It also integrates an understanding of social responsibility, encouraging students to contribute to the UN's Sustainable Development Goals through their studies and extracurricular activities.

MChem Chemistry with Industrial Experience

This MChem degree provides a comprehensive study of Chemistry, focusing on developing practical laboratory skills and a deep understanding of the subject. A key feature is the opportunity to undertake a paid industrial placement during the third year, offering invaluable real-world experience in the field. The curriculum is designed to be contemporary and multidisciplinary, drawing on the latest research conducted by academics at the university. Students will also engage with ethical challenges and sustainability issues, aligning with the UN's Sustainable Development Goals.

MChem Chemistry with International Study

This four-year MChem program provides a comprehensive education in Chemistry, with a unique opportunity to spend your third year studying abroad at a partner university worldwide. You'll gain extensive practical laboratory experience across all major branches of chemistry, alongside theoretical knowledge. The course also allows you to study a modern language if you plan to undertake your study abroad year in mainland Europe. The program is designed to foster social responsibility, with all courses contributing towards the UN's Sustainable Development Goals, encouraging students to address real-world problems and create a better future.

Medicine (5 year) MBChB

MSc Advanced Computer Science

This Master of Science (MSc) in Advanced Computer Science offers the opportunity to advance your knowledge in the field at a university with a pioneering history in computer science, being home to the first university department of its kind and the first stored-program computer. The program features a comprehensive curriculum that allows you to explore a wide range of technical areas, including core computer science topics and specializations aligned with the university's research strengths. You can tailor your study route to match your specific interests and career goals. The curriculum is designed to provide hands-on experience, culminating in an individual project where you can apply advanced computational techniques to solve real-world problems. This MSc is delivered in person and is a full-time, 12-month program. Due to high demand, applications are processed through a staged admissions system with multiple deadlines throughout the year.

MSc Artificial Intelligence

This Master of Science (MSc) program in Artificial Intelligence (AI) offers a comprehensive curriculum designed to deepen your understanding of AI's core principles. You will explore a broad range of topics, including fundamental AI concepts and a selection of optional units that allow you to tailor your studies to your specific interests. The program emphasizes hands-on experience through an individual project, enabling you to apply advanced AI techniques to real-world challenges. Building on Manchester's pioneering history in computer science, which includes hosting the first university department of Computer Science and the first stored program computer, this MSc provides an opportunity to advance your computer science knowledge. The course structure allows for diverse specializations, ensuring your learning journey aligns with your career aspirations and intellectual curiosity.

MSc Cyber Security

This Master of Science (MSc) in Cyber Security program focuses on developing advanced algorithms, methods, and protocols to create secure centralised, networked, and intelligent systems. You will build upon Manchester's pioneering history in computer science, taking your understanding to a new level. The curriculum is comprehensive, covering core security topics and offering a wide range of optional units, allowing you to specialise in areas that align with your interests. The program emphasizes hands-on experience through an individual project where you can apply advanced cyber security techniques to real-world challenges.

MSc Machine Learning

This Master of Science (MSc) program in Machine Learning at the University of Manchester offers a comprehensive exploration of both the theoretical foundations and practical applications of machine learning. You will delve into advanced topics such as deep neural network architectures, causality, and robotics. The course is situated within a department that has a pioneering history in computer science, being home to the first memory-stored computer. The curriculum is designed to be broad, covering a range of core and optional units, allowing you to specialize in areas that align with your interests. A significant component of the program involves hands-on experience through an individual project, where you'll apply advanced machine learning techniques to solve real-world problems.

MSc Robotics

This Master of Science (MSc) in Robotics program combines robotics and autonomous systems by integrating the mechatronic aspects (mechanical and electronic) with computer science. You will study in one of the UK's largest engineering departments, known for its distinguished history and future-focused approach. The program emphasizes practical experience using state-of-the-art robotic systems to address real-world challenges. Learning takes place in a new, purpose-built facility designed for innovation and creativity in engineering and materials.

Robotics MSc