28.04.2026

Uni Focus

In order to raise awareness of the wealth of training excellence throughout the UK we take a closer look at what’s on offer at top universities. So far we’ve featured Plymouth, Lincoln and South Wales. This time we’re looking at The University of Manchester.

About The University of Manchester

As stated on their website: “The University of Manchester is a centre of teaching excellence, world-class research, outstanding student experience, and social responsibility. Part of the prestigious Russell Group of universities, it’s institutions like ours that have the greatest responsibility to act as the world faces big challenges. Together, we face this head on.” For full details about The University of Manchester’s heritage, courses are available, their research programme and how they support students go to: www.manchester.ac.uk.

It is also stated that every course at Manchester contributes towards the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals with students playing an active role in the protection of people and planet, exploring affordable and clean energy; industry, innovation and infrastructure; sustainable cities and communities and responsible consumption and production.

Study Computer Science

Why The University of Manchester? As taken from their website: “Steeped in computing history and with close industry relationships, there is no better place to embark upon your journey into computer science. Studying computer science at Manchester means gaining the skills to shape tomorrow’s world. From AI to software engineering, you’ll explore the technology that underpins our daily lives – and develop the expertise to improve it.” The Undergraduate courses listed for 2026 or 2027 entry are:

– Computer Science BSc (3 years)

– Computer Science and Mathematics BSc (3 years)

– Computer Science and Mathematics with Industrial Experience BSc (4 years)

– Computer Science with an Integrated Foundation Year BSc

– Computer Science with Industrial Experience BSc (4 years)

For full details and links to these courses go to: www.manchester.ac.uk/study/undergraduate/courses.

IAP Student Membership

The IAP welcome student members. As a specialist professional body in the software development field, the IAP believe that well-designed software has a positive impact on industry, our communities and future. We feel it’s important to connect with academia in order to offer support to students who are studying for and planning a career in software and computer sciences. Email admin@iap.org.uk if you’d like to find out more about becoming a student member.