Manchester Metropolitan University All Saints Manchester Art, Design, Architecture, M15 6BH +44 (0) 161 247 2000 Media and Theatre mmu.ac.uk Postgraduate 2013 Manchester School of Art at The School enjoys close links to the city Creative talent Manchester Metropolitan University of Manchester, its creative communities Our connections in the North West Established over 175 years ago Manchester and cultural institutions and we are region, arguably the largest centre for Welcome School of Art is one of the oldest and connected to a wide range of external art, design and media outside of London, largest providers of art and design courses organisations such as industrial, are an important part of our creative in the UK, offering a wide selection of commercial and professional bodies, as strength and identity. Our graduates are challenging postgraduate courses in the well as arts associations and galleries. ideally placed to take advantage of Manchester Metropolitan University offers the highest concentration of fields of architecture, art, design, media extensive networking and career and theatre. Recognised as a pioneering Additionally, the School of Art’s advisory opportunities provided by the city’s postgraduate taught courses in the North West of England, many recognised arts institution, the School of Art is now board is made up of talented individuals thriving creative sector. home to over 200 postgraduate students and artists drawn from a variety of by professional bodies and associations. We can help to give you the competitive from across the world – each contributing disciplines to ensure that the academic Vibrant city edge, whatever the stage of your career. their own ideas and talents to the approach of the school is informed by the The School of Art is situated in Manchester school’s creative community. evolving needs of cultural organisations city centre on our main All Saints campus. and the creative industries. As one of Europe’s most extensive Studying within a lively and bustling postgraduate community at our campus in the Professionally focussed courses higher education centres, Manchester The School of Art prides itself on providing Whilst the School of Art prides itself on is undoubtedly a popular choice for heart of Manchester, you will be taught by experienced professionals with a passion you with opportunities to express yourself being creative and unconventional, we students. A vibrant city of culture, music for their subject at one of the country’s leading art schools. The University has a strong creatively, but we also place a great deal of place the development of career-related and sport, it was the world’s first research profile and we pride ourselves on producing internationally acclaimed research, emphasis on developing the professional skills at the heart of our teaching. industrialised city and has its roots very providing an excellent research environment for our students. skills you will need to establish a successful firmly in innovation and business. It has career in the arts. Whilst, of course, not every discipline at a strong cosmopolitan character and a the school has a ‘traditional’ career path, diverse population, attracting students our academic staff regularly review our from a broad range of backgrounds courses to ensure that your learning is and countries. informed by the needs of both cultural organisations and the creative industries more widely.
3 Manchester School of Art at The School enjoys close links to the city Creative talent Manchester Metropolitan University of Manchester, its creative communities Our connections in the North West Established over 175 years ago Manchester and cultural institutions and we are region, arguably the largest centre for Welcome School of Art is one of the oldest and connected to a wide range of external art, design and media outside of London, largest providers of art and design courses organisations such as industrial, are an important part of our creative in the UK, offering a wide selection of commercial and professional bodies, as strength and identity. Our graduates are challenging postgraduate courses in the well as arts associations and galleries. ideally placed to take advantage of Manchester Metropolitan University offers the highest concentration of fields of architecture, art, design, media extensive networking and career and theatre. Recognised as a pioneering Additionally, the School of Art’s advisory opportunities provided by the city’s postgraduate taught courses in the North West of England, many recognised arts institution, the School of Art is now board is made up of talented individuals thriving creative sector. home to over 200 postgraduate students and artists drawn from a variety of by professional bodies and associations. We can help to give you the competitive from across the world – each contributing disciplines to ensure that the academic Vibrant city edge, whatever the stage of your career. their own ideas and talents to the approach of the school is informed by the The School of Art is situated in Manchester school’s creative community. evolving needs of cultural organisations city centre on our main All Saints campus. and the creative industries. As one of Europe’s most extensive Studying within a lively and bustling postgraduate community at our campus in the Professionally focussed courses higher education centres, Manchester The School of Art prides itself on providing Whilst the School of Art prides itself on is undoubtedly a popular choice for heart of Manchester, you will be taught by experienced professionals with a passion you with opportunities to express yourself being creative and unconventional, we students. A vibrant city of culture, music for their subject at one of the country’s leading art schools. The University has a strong creatively, but we also place a great deal of place the development of career-related and sport, it was the world’s first research profile and we pride ourselves on producing internationally acclaimed research, emphasis on developing the professional skills at the heart of our teaching. industrialised city and has its roots very providing an excellent research environment for our students. skills you will need to establish a successful firmly in innovation and business. It has career in the arts. Whilst, of course, not every discipline at a strong cosmopolitan character and a the school has a ‘traditional’ career path, diverse population, attracting students our academic staff regularly review our from a broad range of backgrounds courses to ensure that your learning is and countries. informed by the needs of both cultural organisations and the creative industries more widely.
3 World-class facilities for a world-class art school Based at the university’s central All Saints campus, the School of Art offers exceptional modern facilities – the legacy of a recent £34m programme of investment.
Recognising both the distinguished Here is just a selection of the superb history of the School and our students’ new equipment and facilities that the continuing interests in traditional art Manchester School of Art has recently techniques, we have taken care to ensure invested £750,000 in: that our new facilities fully complement • Third laser cutter the character and ethos of the existing • Two glass kilns school buildings. • State of the art large format camera • Colour transfer printer for ceramics The School has also invested extensively • Specialist software for seamless knitting in exciting new possibilities for creative • And much more expression, most notably in the new Art School building which offers an impressive One of the greatest advantages of array of state-of-the-art facilities including Manchester School of Art is that every galleries, flexible studio space and even student enjoys flexible access to the a roof garden. full array of equipment and facilities at the school. This means that you are Creating an environment where people not restricted simply to the equipment are free to realise even their most traditionally associated with your ambitious artistic visions is central to the discipline, which opens up a whole philosophy of the Manchester School of world of new artistic possibilities. Art. It is for this reason that the School has made, and continues to make, The main University library, with 24-hour extensive investment in both traditional opening during busy periods, is on site and contemporary equipment to provide and offers access to over 750,000 books, you with genuine freedom to create. as well as e-journals, articles and e-books. The University can also lend you multimedia equipment including laptops, camcorders and projectors entirely free of charge.
4 5 World-class facilities for a world-class art school Based at the university’s central All Saints campus, the School of Art offers exceptional modern facilities – the legacy of a recent £34m programme of investment.
Recognising both the distinguished Here is just a selection of the superb history of the School and our students’ new equipment and facilities that the continuing interests in traditional art Manchester School of Art has recently techniques, we have taken care to ensure invested £750,000 in: that our new facilities fully complement • Third laser cutter the character and ethos of the existing • Two glass kilns school buildings. • State of the art large format camera • Colour transfer printer for ceramics The School has also invested extensively • Specialist software for seamless knitting in exciting new possibilities for creative • And much more expression, most notably in the new Art School building which offers an impressive One of the greatest advantages of array of state-of-the-art facilities including Manchester School of Art is that every galleries, flexible studio space and even student enjoys flexible access to the a roof garden. full array of equipment and facilities at the school. This means that you are Creating an environment where people not restricted simply to the equipment are free to realise even their most traditionally associated with your ambitious artistic visions is central to the discipline, which opens up a whole philosophy of the Manchester School of world of new artistic possibilities. Art. It is for this reason that the School has made, and continues to make, The main University library, with 24-hour extensive investment in both traditional opening during busy periods, is on site and contemporary equipment to provide and offers access to over 750,000 books, you with genuine freedom to create. as well as e-journals, articles and e-books. The University can also lend you multimedia equipment including laptops, camcorders and projectors entirely free of charge.
4 5 Postgraduate study at Manchester Metropolitan University Studying for a postgraduate qualification is an important commitment which represents a worthwhile investment in your future and we offer a friendly and supportive environment for your postgraduate studies.
Specialist postgraduate facilities Dedicated Student Support Officers Careers and employability support Recognising that postgraduate students provide advice and guidance and to From the moment you join us and for up to need additional space to conduct their provide you with study skills support three years after you complete your studies creative work, the School offers dedicated through individual sessions and/or our team of careers and employability facilities to those studying at this level. group workshops on a whole range of advisers are on hand to provide you with a topics including revision techniques, range of guidance and services including: With an entire floor of the main Art School presentation skills, essay writing and • Career development workshops, building dedicated to newly-refurbished time management. You will also have offering support on writing CVs and communal postgraduate studio space, round-the-clock access to Moodle, your application forms, preparing for this outstanding facility offers stunning online learning resource, for study interviews and networking panoramic views of the Manchester skyline skills resources. • Career guides, videos and resources as well as a welcoming and community • Going Global – an online database driven place to work and relax. Specialist support for disabled ideal for international students students and those with specific planning to return home to work or any Flexible study patterns learning difficulties postgraduate student looking to explore We offer a wide range of study modes The Learner Development Service works a career in a new country across our courses, including full-time, closely with academic departments • Advice on self-employment and part-time and distance learning routes to and other central services to support freelancing fit around your lifestyle. The study options disabled students. Advisors can offer you • Employer visits and presentations are detailed on each course profile. confidential advice, information and support in relation to an ongoing health mmu.ac.uk/careers A supportive learning environment condition, disability or dyslexia. You can In addition to academic guidance, we contact us before starting the course, to provide a range of pastoral support and speed up the process of getting support in we take a personal interest in making place for when you start to study with us. sure that you are happy here. An on-site Student Information Point serves as a mmu.ac.uk/learnerdevelopment one-stop shop, providing comprehensive advice and information to all students on Accommodation all student-related matters, including There is a wealth of good quality, referral to specialist services. affordable homes for students including halls of residence, flats and shared houses. The University runs 10 halls of residence with a range of comforts and services including en-suite bathrooms, catering and internet access.
More information is available at mmu.ac.uk/accommodation/ postgraduate
6 7 Postgraduate study at Manchester Metropolitan University Studying for a postgraduate qualification is an important commitment which represents a worthwhile investment in your future and we offer a friendly and supportive environment for your postgraduate studies.
Specialist postgraduate facilities Dedicated Student Support Officers Careers and employability support Recognising that postgraduate students provide advice and guidance and to From the moment you join us and for up to need additional space to conduct their provide you with study skills support three years after you complete your studies creative work, the School offers dedicated through individual sessions and/or our team of careers and employability facilities to those studying at this level. group workshops on a whole range of advisers are on hand to provide you with a topics including revision techniques, range of guidance and services including: With an entire floor of the main Art School presentation skills, essay writing and • Career development workshops, building dedicated to newly-refurbished time management. You will also have offering support on writing CVs and communal postgraduate studio space, round-the-clock access to Moodle, your application forms, preparing for this outstanding facility offers stunning online learning resource, for study interviews and networking panoramic views of the Manchester skyline skills resources. • Career guides, videos and resources as well as a welcoming and community • Going Global – an online database driven place to work and relax. Specialist support for disabled ideal for international students students and those with specific planning to return home to work or any Flexible study patterns learning difficulties postgraduate student looking to explore We offer a wide range of study modes The Learner Development Service works a career in a new country across our courses, including full-time, closely with academic departments • Advice on self-employment and part-time and distance learning routes to and other central services to support freelancing fit around your lifestyle. The study options disabled students. Advisors can offer you • Employer visits and presentations are detailed on each course profile. confidential advice, information and support in relation to an ongoing health mmu.ac.uk/careers A supportive learning environment condition, disability or dyslexia. You can In addition to academic guidance, we contact us before starting the course, to provide a range of pastoral support and speed up the process of getting support in we take a personal interest in making place for when you start to study with us. sure that you are happy here. An on-site Student Information Point serves as a mmu.ac.uk/learnerdevelopment one-stop shop, providing comprehensive advice and information to all students on Accommodation all student-related matters, including There is a wealth of good quality, referral to specialist services. affordable homes for students including halls of residence, flats and shared houses. The University runs 10 halls of residence with a range of comforts and services including en-suite bathrooms, catering and internet access.
More information is available at mmu.ac.uk/accommodation/ postgraduate
6 7 Experts in the field
The University has over 4,000 staff across a range of teams and disciplines, each with a passion for their particular area of expertise. The School of Art itself is home to staff from a wide variety of disciplines, many of whom are practising artists and researchers. Whilst every member of staff has their own unique specialist area of expertise, they all enjoy well-established Jacqueline Butler Route Leader links to the wider creative industries in MA Photography Manchester and beyond. “Postgraduate study is a great way to hone your artistic skills, but it’s also a fantastic opportunity to learn skills such as networking in an art and design context. After all, the school has countless links to creative organisations in Manchester itself and further afield.”
Professor Jim Aulich Postgraduate Research Coordinator MIRIAD
“With so many talented people working towards their own specialist research goals, it’s no surprise that MIRIAD is recognised as one of the UK’s most groundbreaking institutes for innovation in art and design.”
David Grimshaw Dr Nick Dunn Programme Leader Principal Lecturer 3D Product Design Manchester School of Architecture
“Having access to so much traditional “Part of the reason I find architecture and cutting-edge equipment is so exciting is that it is always evolving. extremely liberating creatively. It’s Whilst this simple fact provides real frustrating having an idea, but not opportunity, it also presents academic the tools to make it a reality – which challenges. It is for this reason that is exactly why the school just spent we work closely with the industry itself £34m on outstanding new facilities to make sure every moment of your and equipment.” learning is professionally relevant.”
8 9 Experts in the field
The University has over 4,000 staff across a range of teams and disciplines, each with a passion for their particular area of expertise. The School of Art itself is home to staff from a wide variety of disciplines, many of whom are practising artists and researchers. Whilst every member of staff has their own unique specialist area of expertise, they all enjoy well-established Jacqueline Butler Route Leader links to the wider creative industries in MA Photography Manchester and beyond. “Postgraduate study is a great way to hone your artistic skills, but it’s also a fantastic opportunity to learn skills such as networking in an art and design context. After all, the school has countless links to creative organisations in Manchester itself and further afield.”
Professor Jim Aulich Postgraduate Research Coordinator MIRIAD
“With so many talented people working towards their own specialist research goals, it’s no surprise that MIRIAD is recognised as one of the UK’s most groundbreaking institutes for innovation in art and design.”
David Grimshaw Dr Nick Dunn Programme Leader Principal Lecturer 3D Product Design Manchester School of Architecture
“Having access to so much traditional “Part of the reason I find architecture and cutting-edge equipment is so exciting is that it is always evolving. extremely liberating creatively. It’s Whilst this simple fact provides real frustrating having an idea, but not opportunity, it also presents academic the tools to make it a reality – which challenges. It is for this reason that is exactly why the school just spent we work closely with the industry itself £34m on outstanding new facilities to make sure every moment of your and equipment.” learning is professionally relevant.”
8 9 Research Profile: Sarbjit Mistry Kaur
MA Practice led Research
I decided to study here after attending the PARC North West event and the tutors and students from Manchester School of Art gave very inspiring talks.
I like the fact that the course is practice led. I’m an artist so I enjoy mixing theory Our courses with practice. For me, the best thing here is the workshop space; the University has such amazing facilities and has Manchester School of Art’s portfolio of MA and MFA postgraduate courses everything that I need. will include a challenging and fulfilling range of creative opportunities
The tutors are great. They are all very in the fields of art, design, media, theatre and architecture. Built on the knowledgeable and supportive – there is traditions and strengths of the School, yet focused on the future needs of always someone to help. Different tutors have different approaches, so there is a the creative industries, our courses will offer students flexible ways to study stimulating mix of techniques. including one, two and four year options. I would definitely recommend this course. You can really tailor the way you want to learn. Designed to complement the School’s MA or MFA courses within the MA or MFA courses within the extremely successful undergraduate Department of Design: Department of Media: courses, the networked nature of the • Illustration • Filmmaking postgraduate units on offer will provide • Animation • Film and Media Studies you with a unique opportunity to tailor • Graphics • Media Arts a learning experience that aligns with • Art Direction • Photography your areas of creative practice and • Textile Practice • Acting (Poland) professional interests. • Embroidery • Actor Training/International Stage • Textiles for Fashion • Movement Practice for Theatre The School is well known for it’s vibrant • Fashion Design • Writing for Performance and collegiate environment, all supported • Fashion Communication • Acting by an outstanding communal workspace • Knitwear • Directing developed specifically to meet the • Glass • Theatre Studies specialist needs of those studying as part • Ceramics • Set Design of our thriving postgraduate community. • Jewellery • Costume Design • Interior Design • Design for Stage and Screen For 2013/14, our courses are set to • Design Lab include: • MA/MSC Product Design MA and MFA, or progression into MA or MFA courses within the MArch, courses within Manchester Department of Art: School of Architecture: • Art as Environment • Architecture and Urbanism • Collaborative Practice • Heritage • Fine Art • Sustainability • Drawing • Contemporary Curating • Visual and Material Culture • Art and Design
Please note: Ahead of the 2013/14 academic year Manchester School of Art’s postgraduate courses are undergoing their routine academic evaluation. As such, many courses are currently subject to availability. 10 11 Research Profile: Sarbjit Mistry Kaur
MA Practice led Research
I decided to study here after attending the PARC North West event and the tutors and students from Manchester School of Art gave very inspiring talks.
I like the fact that the course is practice led. I’m an artist so I enjoy mixing theory Our courses with practice. For me, the best thing here is the workshop space; the University has such amazing facilities and has Manchester School of Art’s portfolio of MA and MFA postgraduate courses everything that I need. will include a challenging and fulfilling range of creative opportunities
The tutors are great. They are all very in the fields of art, design, media, theatre and architecture. Built on the knowledgeable and supportive – there is traditions and strengths of the School, yet focused on the future needs of always someone to help. Different tutors have different approaches, so there is a the creative industries, our courses will offer students flexible ways to study stimulating mix of techniques. including one, two and four year options. I would definitely recommend this course. You can really tailor the way you want to learn. Designed to complement the School’s MA or MFA courses within the MA or MFA courses within the extremely successful undergraduate Department of Design: Department of Media: courses, the networked nature of the • Illustration • Filmmaking postgraduate units on offer will provide • Animation • Film and Media Studies you with a unique opportunity to tailor • Graphics • Media Arts a learning experience that aligns with • Art Direction • Photography your areas of creative practice and • Textile Practice • Acting (Poland) professional interests. • Embroidery • Actor Training/International Stage • Textiles for Fashion • Movement Practice for Theatre The School is well known for it’s vibrant • Fashion Design • Writing for Performance and collegiate environment, all supported • Fashion Communication • Acting by an outstanding communal workspace • Knitwear • Directing developed specifically to meet the • Glass • Theatre Studies specialist needs of those studying as part • Ceramics • Set Design of our thriving postgraduate community. • Jewellery • Costume Design • Interior Design • Design for Stage and Screen For 2013/14, our courses are set to • Design Lab include: • MA/MSC Product Design MA and MFA, or progression into MA or MFA courses within the MArch, courses within Manchester Department of Art: School of Architecture: • Art as Environment • Architecture and Urbanism • Collaborative Practice • Heritage • Fine Art • Sustainability • Drawing • Contemporary Curating • Visual and Material Culture • Art and Design
Please note: Ahead of the 2013/14 academic year Manchester School of Art’s postgraduate courses are undergoing their routine academic evaluation. As such, many courses are currently subject to availability. 10 11 Research Profile: Ana Rosa Hopkins
Fine Art Artist/Sculptor PhD by Practice Student Manchester Institute for Research and Innovation in Art and Design (MIRIAD)
I have been studying at Manchester Metropolitan University for a number of years, having completed both an Manchester Institute for Research and undergraduate degree and Masters Innovation in Art and Design (MIRIAD) degree in Fine Art. I decided to undertake my PhD within MIRIAD as it is a leading research The University’s Manchester Institute for Research and Innovation in Art institution and a thriving creative environment to work in. One of the best and Design (MIRIAD) continues Manchester’s proud 160-year tradition in things of MIRIAD is the excellent access to the workshops and other facilities and art and design inquiry and has been awarding research degrees in art and the opportunity to have my own workshop design since 1968. MIRIAD specialises in the research and practice of art space when I need it. My peers and supervisors are all very supportive and we and design at an advanced level to make a significant contribution to the have an excellent network for learning. cultural richness of the North West, the UK and beyond. Their support is important, they will help you to develop your skills and creativity.
I have recently won the Neo:artprize for With a widely respected reputation, Study options offered are MA and MSc PARCNorthWest provides specialist my work on an installation created from MIRIAD’s research projects are pursued by Research, MPhil and PhD. You will research training in practice as research broken glass. My work was selected from through a range of subject-based Research study in a well-established research in creative arts with a focus on exploring that of over 400 entrants and so I’m very Centres in Architecture (Manchester environment that supports innovative commonalities and differences in proud to have been selected as the School of Architecture); Art, Craft, Design, research. We will assist you to enhance approaches to creative and theoretical winner. Studying at MIRIAD, is really The Fashion Technology Centre (covering your current knowledge and skills and disciplines. It is a showcase of student helping me develop my career and Fashion Technologies), Media, Tourism, can offer multi-disciplinary supervision practice amongst regional employers. providing me with new contacts and Visual Culture (Manchester School of Art). across the broad areas of art and design. opportunities within the creative arena. Whilst studying with us you will be MIRIAD offers studentships augmented MIRIAD collaborates with other centres assigned a supervisory team consisting by awards obtained through the AHRC of art education, creative art communities of 3 academic staff members to guide Block Grant scheme (2009-13). and galleries in the UK and internationally. you throughout your research. Research It has one of the largest communities of degrees – MA by Research, MPhil, PhD To discover more about the work of the subject researchers and postgraduate – are available through MIRIAD in the Institute, please visit mmu.ac.uk/miriad students in the practices, theories and practices, professions, histories and professions of art and design in the UK. theories of: To learn more about PARCNorthWest, • architecture please visit • art parcnorthwest.miriadonline.info • craft • design • film • media Arts
PARCNorthWest MIRIAD hosts the regional training consortium PARCNorthWest which is for research students and their supervisors, project partners and other interested parties. It aims to share experiences and exchange knowledge. We hold two major events every year and a weekly series of training workshops which are open to researchers from throughout the region in the Creative Arts and Industries.
12 13 Research Profile: Ana Rosa Hopkins
Fine Art Artist/Sculptor PhD by Practice Student Manchester Institute for Research and Innovation in Art and Design (MIRIAD)
I have been studying at Manchester Metropolitan University for a number of years, having completed both an Manchester Institute for Research and undergraduate degree and Masters Innovation in Art and Design (MIRIAD) degree in Fine Art. I decided to undertake my PhD within MIRIAD as it is a leading research The University’s Manchester Institute for Research and Innovation in Art institution and a thriving creative environment to work in. One of the best and Design (MIRIAD) continues Manchester’s proud 160-year tradition in things of MIRIAD is the excellent access to the workshops and other facilities and art and design inquiry and has been awarding research degrees in art and the opportunity to have my own workshop design since 1968. MIRIAD specialises in the research and practice of art space when I need it. My peers and supervisors are all very supportive and we and design at an advanced level to make a significant contribution to the have an excellent network for learning. cultural richness of the North West, the UK and beyond. Their support is important, they will help you to develop your skills and creativity.
I have recently won the Neo:artprize for With a widely respected reputation, Study options offered are MA and MSc PARCNorthWest provides specialist my work on an installation created from MIRIAD’s research projects are pursued by Research, MPhil and PhD. You will research training in practice as research broken glass. My work was selected from through a range of subject-based Research study in a well-established research in creative arts with a focus on exploring that of over 400 entrants and so I’m very Centres in Architecture (Manchester environment that supports innovative commonalities and differences in proud to have been selected as the School of Architecture); Art, Craft, Design, research. We will assist you to enhance approaches to creative and theoretical winner. Studying at MIRIAD, is really The Fashion Technology Centre (covering your current knowledge and skills and disciplines. It is a showcase of student helping me develop my career and Fashion Technologies), Media, Tourism, can offer multi-disciplinary supervision practice amongst regional employers. providing me with new contacts and Visual Culture (Manchester School of Art). across the broad areas of art and design. opportunities within the creative arena. Whilst studying with us you will be MIRIAD offers studentships augmented MIRIAD collaborates with other centres assigned a supervisory team consisting by awards obtained through the AHRC of art education, creative art communities of 3 academic staff members to guide Block Grant scheme (2009-13). and galleries in the UK and internationally. you throughout your research. Research It has one of the largest communities of degrees – MA by Research, MPhil, PhD To discover more about the work of the subject researchers and postgraduate – are available through MIRIAD in the Institute, please visit mmu.ac.uk/miriad students in the practices, theories and practices, professions, histories and professions of art and design in the UK. theories of: To learn more about PARCNorthWest, • architecture please visit • art parcnorthwest.miriadonline.info • craft • design • film • media Arts
PARCNorthWest MIRIAD hosts the regional training consortium PARCNorthWest which is for research students and their supervisors, project partners and other interested parties. It aims to share experiences and exchange knowledge. We hold two major events every year and a weekly series of training workshops which are open to researchers from throughout the region in the Creative Arts and Industries.
12 13 International students
The Greater Manchester area is home to more international students than any other UK region outside London and we welcome over 3,500 international students from 121 countries to the UK every year.
Supporting your study Entry Requirements Manchester Metropolitan University You can find country specific information understands that international students about many international qualifications sometimes need a little extra assistance. on our international website. It’s We have specialist teams to provide the important that you have sufficient right support from application through to knowledge of English to follow your graduation and beyond. courses successfully.
The University’s dedicated student As a guide for most postgraduate services team offers international students courses you will need to achieve IELTS career advice, counselling, chaplaincy, 6.5 or above with no less than 5.5 in any and learning support. If you need help component. There are pre-sessional with any aspect of your English language, English courses during July and August from writing a report to communicating to help you achieve The level of English with your supervisor or seminar group, language proficiency you need before you year round English Language support is start your course. available through your faculty and/or through our British Council accredited Applying English Language Centre. Support is Once you’ve decided which course to available throughout the year in the form apply for, you will need to submit your of classes and individual consultations. application. Many international and EU students use a recruitment consultant or MMU International education advisor based in their home MMU International is the International country to help them. The University Office at the university. Many of the works with a number of Education MMU International staff speak several Advisors worldwide and you may find languages and, having spent time in that we have one in your country. They different countries, are uniquely placed to will be able to tell you more about the understand your needs as an international University and how to present yourself in student. The team regularly visits many a way that will interest admissions tutors countries to inform students about the and some will offer you assistance with opportunities for study at the University. your visa and pre-departure briefings. To check if there is a University appointed MMU International also provides education advisor in your country visit international students with advice on a mmu.ac.uk/international wide range of matters from social events and immigration to day-to-day living in Funding and Financial Support the UK. There is a comprehensive 3 day Wherever you live in the world we’ll welcome programme to help you settle welcome your application to study at into university life this includes Manchester Metropolitan University. pre-enrolment, guest speakers, support in opening bank accounts, plus trips and For details of scholarships for activities to help you meet other students international students see from your country and from around the mmu.ac.uk/international. world. If you fly into Manchester International Airport, there will be a Full information for international students team to greet you and transport you to is available at mmu.ac.uk/international your accommodation. Telephone +44 (0) 161 247 1022 Email [email protected]
14 International students
The Greater Manchester area is home to more international students than any other UK region outside London and we welcome over 3,500 international students from 121 countries to the UK every year.
Supporting your study Entry Requirements Manchester Metropolitan University You can find country specific information understands that international students about many international qualifications sometimes need a little extra assistance. on our international website. It’s We have specialist teams to provide the important that you have sufficient right support from application through to knowledge of English to follow your graduation and beyond. courses successfully.
The University’s dedicated student As a guide for most postgraduate services team offers international students courses you will need to achieve IELTS career advice, counselling, chaplaincy, 6.5 or above with no less than 5.5 in any and learning support. If you need help component. There are pre-sessional with any aspect of your English language, English courses during July and August from writing a report to communicating to help you achieve The level of English with your supervisor or seminar group, language proficiency you need before you year round English Language support is start your course. available through your faculty and/or through our British Council accredited Applying English Language Centre. Support is Once you’ve decided which course to available throughout the year in the form apply for, you will need to submit your of classes and individual consultations. application. Many international and EU students use a recruitment consultant or MMU International education advisor based in their home MMU International is the International country to help them. The University Office at the university. Many of the works with a number of Education MMU International staff speak several Advisors worldwide and you may find languages and, having spent time in that we have one in your country. They different countries, are uniquely placed to will be able to tell you more about the understand your needs as an international University and how to present yourself in student. The team regularly visits many a way that will interest admissions tutors countries to inform students about the and some will offer you assistance with opportunities for study at the University. your visa and pre-departure briefings. To check if there is a University appointed MMU International also provides education advisor in your country visit international students with advice on a mmu.ac.uk/international wide range of matters from social events and immigration to day-to-day living in Funding and Financial Support the UK. There is a comprehensive 3 day Wherever you live in the world we’ll welcome programme to help you settle welcome your application to study at into university life this includes Manchester Metropolitan University. pre-enrolment, guest speakers, support in opening bank accounts, plus trips and For details of scholarships for activities to help you meet other students international students see from your country and from around the mmu.ac.uk/international. world. If you fly into Manchester International Airport, there will be a Full information for international students team to greet you and transport you to is available at mmu.ac.uk/international your accommodation. Telephone +44 (0) 161 247 1022 Email [email protected]
14 Manchester Metropolitan University All Saints Manchester Art, Design, Architecture, M15 6BH +44 (0) 161 247 2000 Media and Theatre mmu.ac.uk Postgraduate 2013