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The University of Greater Manchester has a rich history that began in 1825 when it was founded as a Mechanics' Institute. It continues to offer degrees that focus on practical skills and is proud of its strong emphasis on applied research. Many courses hold professional accreditation.
4.2With a welcoming and modern campus located near the centre of Bolton, the uni is home to 6,000 undergraduates who come from all walks of life. Students learn using modern, industry-standard facilities, giving them a great start for their future careers. Some of Greater Manchester's courses are delivered in partner colleges around the region.
3.1The University of Greater Manchester has one approved hall of residence, Orlando Village. This modern, purpose-built hall has more than 350 bedrooms in flats of up to six people. All flats are self-catered, with a shared kitchen. Rooms are graded bronze, silver, or gold.
Orlando Village also has on-site laundry, as well as some parking spaces.
If Orlando Village isn't for you, there are plenty of opportunities to rent privately in the town. The Students' Union and Student Services staff can look over any accommodation contracts you're given before you sign them and give advice.
If you choose to live at Orlando Village, you'll be just a 10-minute walk from the university. It's also close to bus and rail links.
Bronze rooms are from £139 per week, Silver from £169, and Gold from £199. All bills, including WiFi, are covered by your rent payments. Contracts are for 49 or 50 weeks.
You'll also benefit from 24/7 security and a common room with a TV and pool table to socialise with residents from other flats.
The best way to get a feel for a university is to go to an open day.
The university is in the town of Bolton, near Manchester, giving students easy access to one of the UK's biggest cities and to the nearby countryside. A town known for its friendliness, Bolton has cinemas, pubs, clubs, and cafes to suit all tastes. These give you plenty of places to relax and socialise. It's also an affordable place to live, helping your student funding stretch just that bit further.
Bolton is just two stops from Manchester by train, and both the train and coach stations are close to the campus. The town can be accessed by the M60 and M61. It's also only 30 minutes from Manchester airport, making international travel straightforward.
3.6The careers service at the University of Greater Manchester can help you plan your career and prepare to apply and interview for your dream role. You can find online support on topics including CV writing, cover letter writing, application forms, psychometric tests, and interview practice.
You can continue to access much of the same support for up to three years after you graduate.
Greater Manchester offers a wide variety of in-person and virtual employer events and fairs. These are attended by local and national employers and provide access to thousands of work experience opportunities from graduate recruiters. Work-based learning and live brief projects also provide touchpoints with industry.
You can take part in a wide range of on-campus activities and opportunities to develop your employability skills. Graduate attributes and skills are also embedded within the curriculum and are assessed to ensure you gain the skills that employers want and need.
The University of Greater Manchester offers scholarships and bursaries to help UK-resident undergraduates access a university education.
Progression scholarships help students advance to university after finishing a course at one of Greater Manchester's partner colleges.
The Care Experienced Bursary and Military Service Award support students from these backgrounds with the costs of higher education.
A sports scholarship is also available.
You can find information and eligibility criteria for all available scholarships and bursaries on Greater Manchester's website.
The University of Greater Manchester does well in league tables for its student satisfaction score. It's in the top 20 of the Complete University Guide's rankings for that measure, showing that students here are happy with the education they receive.
A normal undergraduate degree usually takes three years to complete. Some degrees may include a placement year, giving you experience in industry before you graduate in your fourth year.
If you don't quite meet the entry requirements for direct entry into a degree programme, don't worry! The University of Greater Manchester also offers a foundation year in several subjects. These help you develop your study skills and build confidence as you start to explore your chosen subject area before continuing into the degree.
Some undergraduate courses can be studied part-time, taking from four and a half to six years to complete.
The University of Greater Manchester keeps class sizes small. This allows all students to get the support and attention they need. Around half of its students don't come straight from school or college but are mature students who are returning to learning. The uni prides itself on supporting students with their academic and personal development, with online and in-person workshops to help them develop their study skills.
The University of Greater Manchester has three terms, with exams at the end of each term. Most undergraduates will start their degree in September. A few courses may have other start dates during the year.
Fees for UK-resident undergraduates (Home students) are currently £9,535. If you're an international student, course fees can be found in our course listings.
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