University of Manchester
One of the UK's largest STEM faculties, with strong industry and placement links.
About University of Manchester
Manchester runs one of the biggest engineering and science faculties in the country, based in a purpose-built engineering campus opened in 2022.
It is the home of graphene research and has a long track record in materials, chemical engineering and computing — Alan Turing worked here.
Class sizes are large, so you get breadth of options and societies, but you need to be proactive about seeking out academics and placements.
STEM courses
Chemical Engineering MEng
Undergraduate · 4 years
IChemE accredited with an optional industrial year.
Typical entry: AAA
Materials Science & Engineering BEng/MEng
Undergraduate · 3–4 years
Specialisms in metals, polymers, biomaterials and textiles.
Typical entry: AAB
Computer Science BSc
Undergraduate · 3–4 years
Well-established industrial placement year.
Typical entry: A*AA
Biomedical Sciences BSc
Undergraduate · 3 years
Route into NHS scientist training and research.
Typical entry: AAA
Graduate outcomes
88%
Graduate employment (15 months)
£29,000
Median graduate salary
1 in 4 STEM students
Students on placement years
Top 10 UK
Employer-targeted ranking
Entry requirements
- Typical STEM offers range from AAB to A*AA depending on course.
- Maths is required for engineering and computing; Chemistry for chemical engineering and biosciences.
- Manchester Access Programme students can receive offers up to two grades lower.
Funding and scholarships
- Manchester Bursary of up to £2,000 a year based on household income.
- Undergraduate Access Scholarships worth £5,000 for care leavers and estranged students.
- Paid summer research experience placements across the faculty.
Outreach and access
- Manchester Access Programme for Greater Manchester state-school students.
- Science and engineering masterclasses for Year 11 and 12.
- Widening participation residentials each summer.
Open days
- Open days in June, September and October
- Applicant visit days from December
- Subject taster sessions during school holidays