Rankings of Manchester Metropolitan University

Manchester Metropolitan University is a publicly funded institution, founded in 1970 in the city of Manchester. Located in the heart of the city, students can take full advantage of being less than a ten minute walk away from the City Centre. Academically, the university offers all of the more common Liberal Arts programmes, but also some less frequently seen subjects such as Criminology and Sociology. Graduate students can expect to enjoy the privacy and quiet of the university’s seventh floor, which is entirely dedicated to post-graduate and PhD studies.

Latest ranking updates for Manchester Metropolitan University
  • January 2025: THE Times Higher Education, UK announced latest results of THE World University Rankings by Subject (Business and Economics) with Manchester Metropolitan University in position 501.
  • December 2024: Manchester Metropolitan University ranks 196 in the latest QS World University Rankings: Sustainability from British Quacquarelli Symonds, UK.
  • December 2024: Global Ranking of Sport Science Schools and Departments - ShanghaiRanking (Sport Science) update. Manchester Metropolitan University achieves place 101.
  • November 2024: Publication of GRAS Global Ranking of Academic Subjects - ShanghaiRanking (Business Administration). Ranking position #201.
#37
University Guru Meta Ranking
of Manchester Metropolitan University
among 379 universities in England UK
based on 34 different rankings

University rankings

Historic rankings in TOP global university rankings

Chart Data

Subject rankings

Agriculture

    • #29 
    • #501 
    Agriculture
    URAP University Ranking by Academic Performance - By Field
    [Published 22 July, 2024]
    • #36 
    • #678 
    Earth Sciences
    URAP University Ranking by Academic Performance - By Field
    [Published 22 July, 2024]

Arts Visual & Performing

    • #8 
    • #8 
    Creative Writing
    The Times Good University Guide by Subject
    [Published 20 September, 2024]
    • #11 
    • #11 
    Creative Writing
    The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
    [Published 07 September, 2024]
    • #12 
    • #13 
    Creative Writing
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 14 May, 2024]
    • #15 
    • #17 
    History of Art, Architecture and Design
    The Times Good University Guide by Subject
    [Published 20 September, 2024]

Business

    • #39 
    • #241 
    Business
    URAP University Ranking by Academic Performance - By Field
    [Published 22 July, 2024]
    • #58 
    • #72 
    Business and Management
    The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
    [Published 07 September, 2024]
    • #28 
    • #33 
    Marketing
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 14 May, 2024]

Computer Science

    • #20 
    • #301 
    Computer Science
    NTU Rankings by Subject
    [Published 01 September, 2024]
    • #36 
    • #401 
    Computer Science
    THE World University Rankings by Subject
    [Published 17 January, 2025]

Design

    • #12 
    • #13 
    Graphic Design
    The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
    [Published 07 September, 2024]
    • #7 
    • #7 
    Interior Design
    The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
    [Published 07 September, 2024]

Education

    • #49 
    • #63 
    Education
    The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
    [Published 07 September, 2024]
    • #14 
    • #101 
    Education
    QS World University Rankings By Subject
    [Published 10 April, 2024]
    • #15 
    • #159 
    Education
    URAP University Ranking by Academic Performance - By Field
    [Published 22 July, 2024]
    • #26 
    • #251 
    Education
    THE World University Rankings by Subject
    [Published 17 January, 2025]
    • #36 
    • #301 
    Education
    GRAS Global Ranking of Academic Subjects - ShanghaiRanking
    [Published 11 November, 2024]

Engineering

    • #3 
    • #5 
    Electrical And Electronic Engineering
    The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
    [Published 07 September, 2024]
    • #17 
    • #23 
    Electrical And Electronic Engineering
    The Times Good University Guide by Subject
    [Published 20 September, 2024]
    • #32 
    • #301 
    Engineering
    THE World University Rankings by Subject
    [Published 17 January, 2025]
    • #29 
    • #740 
    Engineering
    URAP University Ranking by Academic Performance - By Field
    [Published 22 July, 2024]
    • #28 
    • #610 
    Environmental Engineering
    URAP University Ranking by Academic Performance - By Field
    [Published 22 July, 2024]
    • #27 
    • #34 
    Mechanical Engineering
    The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
    [Published 07 September, 2024]
    • #26 
    • #38 
    Mechanical Engineering
    The Times Good University Guide by Subject
    [Published 20 September, 2024]
    • #34 
    • #44 
    Mechanical Engineering
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 14 May, 2024]

Journalism & Media Studies

    • #20 
    • #22 
    Journalism
    The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
    [Published 07 September, 2024]

Languages & Literature

    • #37 
    • #47 
    English
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 14 May, 2024]
    • #33 
    • #44 
    French
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 14 May, 2024]
    • #12 
    • #13 
    Linguistics
    The Times Good University Guide by Subject
    [Published 20 September, 2024]
    • #15 
    • #19 
    Linguistics
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 14 May, 2024]

Law

    • #48 
    • #66 
    Law
    The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
    [Published 07 September, 2024]
    • #42 
    • #251 
    Law
    THE World University Rankings by Subject
    [Published 17 January, 2025]

Mathematics

    • #47 
    • #59 
    Mathematics
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 14 May, 2024]

Medicine & Health

    • #13 
    • #16 
    Health Studies
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 14 May, 2024]
    • #19 
    • #19 
    Mental Health Nursing
    The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
    [Published 07 September, 2024]
    • #11 
    • #15 
    Physiotherapy
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 14 May, 2024]
    • #13 
    • #18 
    Physiotherapy
    The Times Good University Guide by Subject
    [Published 20 September, 2024]
    • #25 
    • #29 
    Physiotherapy
    The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
    [Published 07 September, 2024]

Natural Sciences

    • #56 
    • #72 
    Biology
    The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
    [Published 07 September, 2024]
    • #18 
    • #24 
    Chemistry
    The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
    [Published 07 September, 2024]
    • #28 
    • #37 
    Chemistry
    The Times Good University Guide by Subject
    [Published 20 September, 2024]
    • #31 
    • #38 
    Chemistry
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 14 May, 2024]
    • #38 
    • #1226 
    Chemistry
    Nature Index - Top Academic Institutions by Subject
    [Published 15 June, 2024]
    • #26 
    • #511 
    Environmental Sciences
    URAP University Ranking by Academic Performance - By Field
    [Published 22 July, 2024]

Social Studies & Humanities

    • #50 
    • #62 
    Economics
    The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
    [Published 07 September, 2024]
    • #44 
    • #427 
    Economics
    URAP University Ranking by Academic Performance - By Field
    [Published 22 July, 2024]
    • #49 
    • #61 
    Geography
    The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
    [Published 07 September, 2024]
    • #25 
    • #101 
    Geography
    GRAS Global Ranking of Academic Subjects - ShanghaiRanking
    [Published 11 November, 2024]
    • #42 
    • #51 
    History
    The Times Good University Guide by Subject
    [Published 20 September, 2024]
    • #43 
    • #54 
    History
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 14 May, 2024]
    • #54 
    • #63 
    History
    The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
    [Published 07 September, 2024]
    • #31 
    • #164 
    History
    URAP University Ranking by Academic Performance - By Field
    [Published 22 July, 2024]
    • #25 
    • #33 
    Philosophy
    The Times Good University Guide by Subject
    [Published 20 September, 2024]
    • #28 
    • #34 
    Philosophy
    The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
    [Published 07 September, 2024]
    • #29 
    • #37 
    Philosophy
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 14 May, 2024]
    • #38 
    • #43 
    Politics
    The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
    [Published 07 September, 2024]
    • #43 
    • #54 
    Politics
    The Times Good University Guide by Subject
    [Published 20 September, 2024]
    • #48 
    • #59 
    Politics
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 14 May, 2024]
    • #38 
    • #54 
    Psychology
    The Times Good University Guide by Subject
    [Published 20 September, 2024]
    • #41 
    • #55 
    Psychology
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 14 May, 2024]
    • #56 
    • #71 
    Psychology
    The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
    [Published 07 September, 2024]
    • #48 
    • #401 
    Psychology
    THE World University Rankings by Subject
    [Published 17 January, 2025]
    • #43 
    • #483 
    Psychology
    URAP University Ranking by Academic Performance - By Field
    [Published 22 July, 2024]
    • #31 
    • #280 
    Social Sciences
    NTU Rankings by Subject
    [Published 01 September, 2024]
    • #36 
    • #301 
    Social Sciences
    THE World University Rankings by Subject
    [Published 17 January, 2025]
    • #10 
    • #13 
    Social Work
    The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
    [Published 07 September, 2024]
    • #11 
    • #15 
    Social Work
    The Times Good University Guide by Subject
    [Published 20 September, 2024]
    • #16 
    • #22 
    Social Work
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 14 May, 2024]
    • #34 
    • #44 
    Sociology
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 14 May, 2024]
    • #38 
    • #49 
    Sociology
    The Times Good University Guide by Subject
    [Published 20 September, 2024]
    • #29 
    • #101 
    Sociology
    GRAS Global Ranking of Academic Subjects - ShanghaiRanking
    [Published 11 November, 2024]
    • #28 
    • #142 
    Sociology
    URAP University Ranking by Academic Performance - By Field
    [Published 22 July, 2024]
    • #32 
    • #251 
    Sociology
    QS World University Rankings By Subject
    [Published 10 April, 2024]

Sports Science

    • #19 
    • #24 
    Sports Science
    The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
    [Published 07 September, 2024]

Highest subject rankings for Manchester Metropolitan University

Electrical And Electronic Engineering The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
#5 
Engineering
Interior Design The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
#7 
Design
Creative Writing The Times Good University Guide by Subject
#8 
Arts Visual & Performing
Sports Science The Times Good University Guide by Subject
#12 
Sports Science
Social Work The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
#13 
Social Studies & Humanities
Linguistics The Times Good University Guide by Subject
#13 
Languages & Literature
Physiotherapy CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
#15 
Medicine & Health
Journalism The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
#22 
Journalism & Media Studies
Chemistry The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
#24 
Natural Sciences
Marketing CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
#33 
Business

Student Ratings for Manchester Metropolitan University

4.2
University Guru Student Satisfaction Index
based on 888 student ratings
Google logo Google ratings
4.2 (based on 363 student ratings)
Facebook logo Facebook ratings
4.1 (based on 525 student ratings)

About Manchester Metropolitan University

PROS

  • Student accommodation is just a short walk away from campus, and comes with study spaces, social areas, and energy bills that are already included in the fee.
  • Students highlight that there are many volunteering projects, clubs, and societies to choose from. This in combination with all the activities that Manchester has to offer creates an experience that students don’t easily forget.

CONS

  • There is poor communication from the university’s side, according to the students it can become an issue when there are changes of exam dates or timetable shifts.
  • The university has little sense of community, with students expressing that most of those attending the university are absorbed by their routine.

Key facts

Foundation year:
1824
Telephone:
+44 161 247 2000
Address:
All Saints Building, All Saints
M15 6BH, Manchester
England UK
Website:
https://www.mmu.ac.uk/
Social:

Requirements for international students / English requirements

IELTS academic test score (similar tests may be accepted as well)

    • 6.5
    • All other courses
    • 5.5
    • Foundation / Pathway Courses
    • 6.5
    • Graduate Degrees
    • 6.0
    • Undergraduate Degrees
  • #McrMetUni Open Day: Welcome
  • International Students: Living and Studying in Manchester
  • Meet International Student David
  • International Students: Welcome to Manchester Metropolitan University
  • What to Expect on Arrivals Day: Birley

THE Student Experience Survey by Times Higher Education

Times Higher Education has surveyed 20251 undergraduate students in the UK about their study experience. 283 students of Manchester Metropolitan University participated in the survey.

Below you'll find the results for each of the survey questions for Manchester Metropolitan University in comparison to the average for all UK universities.

Overall score: 77.3

Chart Data
Source: Times Higher Education Student Experience Survey 2018
Data is from 2018 which was the last year for which the survey was published. Survey was discontinued after 2018. Details of Methodology

Student composition of Manchester Metropolitan University

Students by level of study Academic year 2021/22 - Full-time equivalent student enrollments published by Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA) on January 2023
undergraduates:
27525
postgraduates:
5195
Total:
32720
Students by subject Academic year 2021/22 - Full-time equivalent student enrollments published by Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA) on January 2023
Business and Management:
7235
Creative Arts and Design:
3590
Nursing and Midwifery:
2565
Education and Teaching:
2415
Biosciences:
1880
Computing:
1770
Psychology:
1585
Law:
1430
Sociology:
1265
Architecture, Building and Planning:
1010
English Studies:
865
Languages and Area Studies :
795
Sport and Exercise Sciences:
795
Social Policy:
740
Economics:
700
Mechanical Engineering:
615
History:
555
Mathematical Sciences:
535
Chemistry:
395
Electrical And Electronic Engineering:
370
Geography, Earth and Environmental Studies:
345
Politics:
320
Philosophy:
240
Foreign students by nationality Academic year 2020/21 - Full-time equivalent student enrollments published by Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA) on January 2023
India:
290
Kuwait:
270
China:
235
Hong Kong (Special Administrative Region of China):
125
Nigeria:
100
Malaysia:
90
Pakistan:
80
Saudi Arabia:
65
United Arab Emirates:
60
United States:
50
Bahrain:
40
Oman:
40
Canada:
35
Korea (South):
30
Singapore:
30
Thailand:
25
Algeria:
25
Russia:
20
South Africa:
20
Vietnam:
20
Qatar:
15
Indonesia:
15
Turkey:
15
Bermuda:
15
Taiwan:
15
Egypt:
15
Kenya:
15
Sri Lanka:
10
Norway:
10
Iran:
10
Japan:
10
Ghana:
10
Bangladesh:
10
Zimbabwe:
10
Switzerland:
10
Libya:
5
Jordan:
5
Congo (Democratic Republic) {formerly Zaire}:
5
Botswana:
5
Angola:
5
British Virgin Islands:
5
Trinidad and Tobago:
5
Iceland:
5
Brazil:
5
Colombia:
5
Ecuador:
5
Peru:
5
Lebanon:
5
Malawi:
5
Kazakhstan:
5
Mauritius:
5
Morocco:
5
Australia:
5
Uganda:
5
Zambia:
5
Brunei:
5
Philippines:
5
Cambodia:
5
Mongolia:
5
Myanmar (Burma):
5
Macao (Special Administrative Region of China):
5
Source: Academic year 2021/22 - Full-time equivalent student enrollments published by Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA) on January 2023

Campuses of Manchester Metropolitan University

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FAQ

Manchester Metropolitan University ranks #37 in England UK in our meta ranking of 108 university rankings. See rankings of all 379 universities in England UK.

Manchester Metropolitan University ranks #2 in Manchester in our meta ranking. See rankings of all 10 universities in Manchester.

Manchester Metropolitan University is listed in The Times Good University Guide, The Guardian League Table, CUG The Complete University Guide, THE World University Rankings, QS World University Rankings, QS Employability Rankings and more. See all 34 rankings of Manchester Metropolitan University.

Manchester Metropolitan University achieved #44 in THE World University Impact Rankings - Overall. This is the university’s highest ranking in the 108 rankings tracked on our website. See all rankings for Manchester Metropolitan University.

Manchester Metropolitan University achieved the highest ranking for Social Studies & Humanities. It is ranked #3 in (American Studies). See all subject rankings for Manchester Metropolitan University.

A large number of university rankings include surveys among academics on reputation. In our meta ranking of 108 university rankings Manchester Metropolitan University ranks #2 among universities in Manchester and #37 among universities in England UK. See all rankings of Manchester Metropolitan University.

In our meta ranking Manchester Metropolitan University ranks #37 among all universities in England UK and University of Oxford ranks #1. See all rankings of universities in Manchester. Apart from rankings you may also want to see the ratings from students who attended the universities.