Education

With an impressive network of universities and colleges, and a vast choice of educational options for the under 16’s, Manchester has something to offer every kind of student. Whether a school leaver looking to extend their education or an adult learner wanting to increase and improve their skills and expertise, there will be a course to suit your needs in Manchester.

In terms of Further Education, Manchester city region has 18 colleges and institutions all of which have varied specialities. The total student population for the city region is more than 400,000; over 100,000 of which are studying across the regions’ five universities, The University of Manchester, Manchester Metropolitan, The University of Salford, The University of Bolton and University Academy 92.

In addition, we also have students at the Royal Northern College of Music and the University Campus Oldham.

With five leading universities and an array of schools and colleges, Manchester’s educational institutions provide the region with a world-class learning hub. If you’re a school leaver looking to extend your education or a professional wanting to increase your skills and expertise, the region’s universities, higher education providers, industry-led apprenticeships and training programmes have courses to meet your every needs.

Find out more about our schools and universities.