Want to go to university in North West England?

Thinking about going to uni in the North West of England? You'll have a choice of 12 universities in cities such as Liverpool, Manchester and Preston. The North West is known for the Lake District and the Peak District as well as all its major cities have to offer. Manchester is a popular location for many big name music acts to perform, while Liverpool's claim to fame is the Beatles, who grew up in the area. If you want to know more, check out our guides to the North West and find out about the top student things to do in the region as well as the top unis and the cost of living.
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Thinking about going to uni in Lancaster but not sure if there's enough there to keep you interested? We've picked ten top things to do in the city!
17 Sept 2026

Looking to go to university in North West England but not sure what life could be like there? This guide will tell you everything you need to know!
16 Jul 2026

If the North West of England seems like the sort of place you’d want to be for your studies, we couldn’t agree more. Here are our top 16 reasons why the North West is the ideal uni home for you.
15 Jul 2026

Are you thinking about going to uni in Lancaster? Our list of 13 reasons to study here will hopefully convince you that it’s the right city for you!
14 Jul 2026

If you're going to uni in North West England, you're going to need this article of the top 10 student things to do across the region.
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Are you wondering whether Manchester is the uni city for you? We’ve got 18 reasons why it’s a great choice for your home-away-from-home.
13 Jul 2026

Wanting to apply to uni in Liverpool? Let us give you 15 reasons why you definitely should.
13 Jul 2026

Whilst looking at uni courses, it’s also important to know about your future home for at least the next three years. So, if you’re planning on studying in Preston, look no further – we have you covered…
09 Jul 2026

Thinking of studying at the University of Chester, but not sure if you'll be happy spending three years of your life there? Here's our city guide to help you decide if Chester is the perfect place to call home...
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Thinking of studying in Bolton, but don’t know the place very well? Luckily for you, we’ve found the top 10 things to do when you are not in lectures...
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