The University of Manchester has a rich academic heritage. Between them, the Victoria University of Manchester and UMIST can lay claim to more than 22 Nobel Prize winners.
The nuclear age was born in Manchester with Ernest Rutherford's pioneering research that led to the splitting of the ...
MSc Accounting and Finance The primary aim of the course is to provide students with advanced knowledge and understanding of the main theoretical and applied concepts in accounting and finance at an advanced level; and to provide advanced instruction and practice in the conduct of...
BSc Accounting The BSc (Hons) Accounting provides a thorough academic grounding in the skills and techniques necessary for entry into the accounting profession. The programme incorporates an optional work placement year, and offers professional accreditation. Special features There...
BAEcon Accounting and Economics Accounting and finance specialism's within the BA (Econ) combine to make one of the largest degree programmes in the University. These specialisations are taught by the School of Social Sciences in partnership with Manchester Business School. The two...
BAEcon Accounting and Finance Accounting and finance specialism's within the BA (Econ) combine to make one of the largest degree programmes in the University. These specialisations are taught by the School of Social Sciences in partnership with Manchester Business School. The two...
BA Accounting, Management and Information Systems The BA (Hons) Accounting, Management and Information Systems programme aims to:- -enable students to acquire state of the art knowledge and understanding of the fields of accountancy,management and information systems. -provide an...
Immunology and Immunogenetics MSc This programme aims to provide a thorough knowledge of contemporary immunology at the cellular and molecular level and an insight into the ways in which this can help in immunodiagnosis and the control and treatment of disease. Course description The...
MSc, PG Diploma, PG Certificate Analytical and Separation Science There is a large demand from employers for people who: -have an inter-disciplinary knowledge of a wide range of scientific subjects and in particular biochemistry, chemistry and physical processes -can analyse and find...
Anthropological Research MA Course description This programme is designed to prepare students to carry out doctoral level research. To this end, it provides training in a wide range of research methods and show students how to develop a substantive research topic in a theoretically and...
Social Anthropology MA Course description The general objective of the MA Social Anthropology is to enable you to develop an anthropologically-informed understanding of the lives of people in both Western and non-Western societies. Through confronting you with the diversity of human...
Visual Anthropology MA Course description This programme is intended for those who wish to acquire practical skills within the context of the comparative and historical study of visual culture and the exploration of anthropologically-informed theories of observation and visual...
BAEcon Social Anthropology Course description Flexibility and choice are the key to the BA(Economic and Social Studies) programme. There are 29 different combinations covering Accounting, Business Studies, Development Studies, Finance, Economic and Social History, Economic Studies,...
BSocSc Social Anthropology Course description Contemporary social anthropology is a critical discipline that tackles an enormous variety of topics. These range from social implications of the new reproductive and information technologies through the analysis of the social meanings of...
BAEcon Social Anthropology and Criminology Course description BA (Econ) Social Anthropology and Criminology is part of the BA (Hons) Economics & Social Studies programme. BA (Hons) Economics & Social Studies is a multi-disciplinary degree organised by the School of Social...
BAEcon Social Anthropology and Sociology Course description Flexibility and choice are the key to the BA(Economic and Social Studies) programme. There are 29 different combinations covering Accounting, Business Studies, Development Studies, Finance, Economic and Social History, Economic...
Arabic Studies MA -develop and enhance the knowledge and skills of suitably qualified students who are seeking a high level training in the disciplines, whether with a view to employment in which this knowledge and skills will be advantageous, or whether with a view to acquiring a sound...
BA Arabic Studies (4 Years) BA (Hons) Arabic Studies allows you to achieve near-native proficiency in modern Arabic and to study the language within its cultural and historical context. Students start as absolute beginners and go through to an advanced level over four years. The course...
BA Islamic Studies and Arabic Course description BA (Hons) Islamic Studies and Arabic is a carefully structured combination of the study of modern and traditional forms of Islam and the learning of the Arabic language up to an advanced level. This programme explores the...
BA Middle Eastern Languages Course description BA (Hons) Middle Eastern Languages allows you to achieve proficiency in any two of the following languages: -Arabic -Hebrew -Persian -Turkish The course also covers cultural and historical context of these languages. Students...
BA Middle Eastern Studies and a Modern Language Course description This is a four-year degree with a year of study divided between a Middle Eastern country and a European one in which your chosen languages are spoken. It combines the compulsory language element with options in culture,...
BA Modern Middle Eastern History and Arabic Course description BA (Hons) Modern Middle Eastern History & Arabic allows you to gain an in-depth understanding of the recent history of a large region that is of central importance in the contemporary world. You will study the...
The University of Manchester has a rich academic heritage. Between them, the Victoria University of Manchester and UMIST can lay claim to more than 22 Nobel Prize winners.
The nuclear age was born in Manchester with Ernest Rutherford's pioneering research that led to the splitting of the atom.
Kilburn and Williams developed the first computer. The computer revolution started here in June 1948 when a machine built by Tom Kilburn and Sir Freddie Williams, known affectionately as "The Baby", ran its first stored programme.
It was here at the University that economist and logician WS Jevons formulated the principles of modern economics.
Lewis Namier and AJP Taylor are just two of the world-famous names to grace the University's distinguished Department of History.
It was at Jodrell Bank in Cheshire that a young Bernard Lovell built the world's largest steerable radio telescope just after the Second World War.
Great traditions have also flourished in theology, architecture, mathematics, music and law and many other areas.
The catalogue of virtuosity goes on and on. Today's University is built on the shoulders of some real academic giants.
Vision for the future
The President and Vice-Chancellor of The University of Manchester, Professor Alan Gilbert, is leading a bold and exciting plan - the Manchester 2015 Agenda, which aims to make The University of Manchester one of the top 25 universities in the world.
The merger of UMIST and The Victoria University of Manchester in October 2004 presented a unique opportunity to rethink the very idea of a modern university and formulate a blueprint for the future.
The plan identifies goals for all the University's principal activities:
High international standing
World-class research
Exemplary knowledge and technology transfer
Excellent teaching and learning
The UK's most accessible research intensive institution
Empowering collegiality
Efficient and effective management
Internationally competitive resources
Increasingly effective community service
The vision for the University's future is an ambitious one. Its realisation will demand energy and commitment and superb execution
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