About the university
Manchester Metropolitan University (Manchester Met) is a large public university in Manchester with about 35,000 students. It traces its roots to the Manchester Mechanics' Institute of 1824 and became a university in 1992, when Manchester Polytechnic gained university status.
It teaches a wide range of subjects, from business, computing and engineering to art and design, health and law, and appears in THE subject rankings for computer science, engineering, law and business. Its Business School teaches many of the master's courses that Indian students choose, and a number of these start in January as well as September.
For Indian students the main points are clear fees and automatic scholarships. For 2027/28 international master's fees range from £21,000 to £22,500 a year, and most taught master's students are considered for a £5,000 scholarship with no separate application. The university accepts CBSE and ISC Class 12 English at 70% in place of an English test.
Manchester is a large city in the north-west of England with several universities. Living costs are lower than in London: the Student visa money requirement outside London is £1,171 a month, against £1,529 in London.
- Roots
- Traces its history to the Manchester Mechanics' Institute, established in 1824; became Manchester Metropolitan University in 1992
- Type
- Public university in Manchester
- Total students
- About 35,450 (THE World University Rankings 2027 data)
- International students
- 24% of students (THE World University Rankings 2027 data)
- Student–staff ratio
- 17.9 to 1 (THE World University Rankings 2027 data)
- Intakes
- September for most courses; January for a list of master's courses such as Business Analytics, Management and Robotics and Automation
Rankings
QS World University Rankings 2027
=600 in the world
THE World University Rankings 2027
551–600 in the world
Complete University Guide (UK) 2027
53rd of 130 UK universities
Popular courses with Indian students
- Postgraduate
- Fee / year
- £21,000
- Duration
- Full time (180-credit master's)
- Intakes
- January 2027; September 2027; January 2028
- English
- IELTS 6.5
- Postgraduate
MSc International Business Management
- Fee / year
- £21,000
- Duration
- Full time (180-credit master's)
- Intakes
- January 2027; September 2027; January 2028
- English
- IELTS 6.5
- Postgraduate
- Fee / year
- £21,000
- Duration
- One year full time
- Intakes
- January 2027; September 2027; January 2028
- English
- IELTS 6.5
- Postgraduate
MSc Engineering Project Management
- Fee / year
- £22,000
- Duration
- Full time, with an optional placement year
- Intakes
- January 2027; September 2027; January 2028
- English
- IELTS 6.5
- Postgraduate
- Fee / year
- £22,000
- Duration
- Full time, with an optional placement year
- Intakes
- January 2027; September 2027; January 2028
- English
- IELTS 6.5
- Postgraduate
MSc Digital Marketing Communications
- Fee / year
- £21,000
- Duration
- Full time (180-credit master's)
- Intakes
- January 2027; September 2027; January 2028
- English
- IELTS 6.5
- Postgraduate
- Fee / year
- £21,000
- Duration
- Full time
- Intakes
- January 2027; January 2028
- English
- IELTS 6.5 (general postgraduate requirement)
- Postgraduate
- Fee / year
- £21,000
- Duration
- Full time (180-credit master's)
- Intakes
- January 2027; September 2027; January 2028
- English
- IELTS 6.5
Fees for international students
| Course | Duration | Fee / year (GBP) | Approx. in rupees |
|---|---|---|---|
| MSc Business Analytics | Full time (180-credit master's) | £21,000 | ≈ ₹25.6 lakh |
| MSc International Business Management | Full time (180-credit master's) | £21,000 | ≈ ₹25.6 lakh |
| MSc Management | One year full time | £21,000 | ≈ ₹25.6 lakh |
| MSc Engineering Project Management | Full time, with an optional placement year | £22,000 | ≈ ₹26.8 lakh |
| MSc Robotics and Automation | Full time, with an optional placement year | £22,000 | ≈ ₹26.8 lakh |
| MSc Digital Marketing Communications | Full time (180-credit master's) | £21,000 | ≈ ₹25.6 lakh |
| MPH Global Public Health | Full time | £21,000 | ≈ ₹25.6 lakh |
| LLM (Master of Laws) | Full time (180-credit master's) | £21,000 | ≈ ₹25.6 lakh |
Fees are for international students for the entry year shown on each course page and can rise each year. Approximate exchange rates (based on ECB reference rates, March 2026). Actual rates on your payment date will differ.
Want a course shortlist with fees?Our counsellor will compare courses at Manchester Metropolitan University with similar universities in the UK.
Scholarships
- Taught master's starting September 2027
International Postgraduate Scholarship (September 2027 entry)
Value: £5,000 off first-year fees for most courses; £3,000 for the MBA, Master of Sport Directorship and Manchester School of Architecture master's
Eligibility: International applicants accepted onto a taught master's starting in September 2027. Eligibility is checked when you apply; no separate application.
Official page (opens in a new tab) - Taught master's starting January 2027
International Postgraduate Scholarship (January 2027 entry)
Value: £5,000 off first-year fees for most courses; £3,000 for selected programmes
Eligibility: International applicants accepted onto a taught master's starting in January 2027. No separate application.
Official page (opens in a new tab) - Business School taught master's, January or September 2027
Business School International Postgraduate Scholarship
Value: £5,000 off first-year fees
Eligibility: International applicants accepted onto a taught master's delivered by the Business School. No separate application.
Official page (opens in a new tab) - Bachelor's starting September 2027
International Undergraduate Scholarship (September 2027 entry)
Value: £2,000 off fees for each year of the degree
Eligibility: International applicants accepted onto a taught bachelor's degree. Cannot be combined with other university financial support. No separate application.
Official page (opens in a new tab) - Postgraduate
Alumni loyalty discount
Value: 20% off course fees
Eligibility: Graduates of Manchester Metropolitan University.
Official page (opens in a new tab)
Admission requirements
Undergraduate
- Each course page gives the typical offer. The university lists Indian Standard XII among the qualifications it accepts.
- Students who need extra preparation can start at the university's International College.
- Apply through UCAS or, for some routes, directly as an international applicant.
Postgraduate
- Most master's courses on this page ask for a UK lower second-class honours degree (2:2) or an international equivalent.
- Several master's courses start in January 2027, September 2027 and January 2028, so you can choose the intake that suits you.
- International applicants must apply before the intake deadline so the university can issue a CAS for the Student visa.
Documents
- Valid passport
- Degree transcripts and certificate
- Class 10 and Class 12 mark sheets
- English test score, or Class 12 English marks if you use the CBSE/ISC route
- Personal statement
- References or CV where the course asks for them
Check if you are eligibleShare your marks and test scores and our counsellor will tell you which courses you can apply for.
English language requirements
| Test or route | Typical requirement |
|---|---|
| IELTS Academic | Undergraduate 6.0 with no component below 5.5; postgraduate taught 6.5 with no component below 5.5. Some courses ask for more. |
| PTE Academic | Undergraduate 61 (no component below 59); postgraduate 65 (no component below 59) |
| TOEFL iBT | Undergraduate 79, postgraduate 89 (Listening 17, Reading 18, Speaking 20, Writing 17) |
| Duolingo English Test | Undergraduate 110, postgraduate 120 (no component below 100). Not accepted for Architecture. |
| Indian Class 12 English | CBSE or CISCE (ISC) Standard XII English at 70% is accepted for undergraduate and postgraduate taught courses. State boards are not listed. |
Accommodation and living costs
University halls run on contracts of 44 weeks (some halls offer 51 weeks) from September to July. Every hall listed says all utilities are included in the rent, and most include contents insurance and broadband. The halls page does not state the academic year of the prices; bookings open in March each year.
| Item | In GBP | Approx. in rupees |
|---|---|---|
| Shared-bathroom room in halls (for example Cavendish, Birley)44-week contract | £160–195per week | ≈ ₹19,514 – ₹23,784 |
| En suite room in halls44-week contract; Brook Hall from £173, Artisan Heights up to £245 | £173–245per week | ≈ ₹21,106 – ₹29,890 |
| En suite room on a 51-week contract (House of Social, Parkway Gate) | £209–240per week | ≈ ₹25,498 – ₹29,280 |
| Money you must show for the Student visaOutside London, for up to 9 months (GOV.UK, October 2026) | £1,171per month | ≈ ₹1.4 lakh |
Campus and location
Manchester Met is based in Manchester, with more than a dozen university halls of residence and an accommodation guarantee for students who meet its conditions.
- The Business School teaches many of the master's courses popular with Indian students, several with January starts.
- A virtual tour of the campus is available on the university's website.
- An International College offers preparation routes for students who do not meet direct-entry requirements.
- Halls such as Birley, Cavendish and Oxford Court offer shared-bathroom and en suite rooms with utilities included.
Careers and graduate outcomes
The university has a careers and employability service for international students, and some engineering master's courses include an optional placement year. After graduating you can apply for the UK Graduate visa: 18 months for bachelor's and master's graduates who apply from 1 January 2027.
| What | Figure | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Graduate visa length for applications from 1 January 2027 | 18 months (bachelor's and master's) | GOV.UK |
| International students as a share of all students | 24% | THE World University Rankings 2027 |
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FAQs
How much is a master's at Manchester Met?
For 2027/28, international master's fees range from £21,000 to £22,500 a year. For example, MSc Business Analytics is £21,000 and MSc Robotics and Automation is £22,000. Most taught master's students are considered for a £5,000 scholarship.
Can I start in January?
Yes. Courses such as MSc Business Analytics, MSc International Business Management, MSc Management and LLM start in January 2027 and January 2028 as well as September 2027.
Do I need IELTS?
Usually yes: 6.5 overall with no component below 5.5 for most master's courses. The university also accepts CBSE or ISC Class 12 English at 70% in place of a test. PTE, TOEFL and Duolingo are accepted too.
Do I need to apply for the scholarships?
No. The international scholarships for 2027 entry are checked when you apply for your course, and there is no separate application.
Can I work during and after my studies?
Student visa work rules and the Graduate visa are covered in our UK country guide.
Sources
- Manchester Met: international tuition fees (opens in a new tab)
- Manchester Met: international scholarships (opens in a new tab)
- Manchester Met: scholarships and funding (opens in a new tab)
- Manchester Met: English language requirements (opens in a new tab)
- Manchester Met: January start courses (opens in a new tab)
- Manchester Met: MSc Business Analytics (opens in a new tab)
- Manchester Met: international students accommodation (opens in a new tab)
- Manchester Met: our halls (opens in a new tab)
- Manchester Met: history (opens in a new tab)
- THE World University Rankings 2027: Manchester Metropolitan University (opens in a new tab)
- Complete University Guide 2027 league table (opens in a new tab)
- GOV.UK: Student visa – money you need (opens in a new tab)
- GOV.UK: Graduate visa (opens in a new tab)
Official website: www.mmu.ac.uk (opens in a new tab)
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