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Daily Telescope Talks

22 August - 29 November 2020
Join a Telescope Talk where one of Jodrell Bank's friendly Explainers will tell you all about the might Lovell telescope. You’ll find out more about how the Grade 1 listed Telescope…

Instruments of Change

19 March 2019 - 31 December 2020
Instruments of Change is an exhibition that showcases objects from the Beswick Collection at the Museum of Medicine and Health, telling the stories of the people of Manchester whose…

Let’s Talk about Food (online event)

11:00 - 12:00 19 November 2020
An In Conversation film with live Q&A, hosted by researchers in Humanities and Plant Sciences. Part of Being Human Festival Gain an insight into historical research by Dr Rachel Winchcombe…

Windows of Creativity Art Trail

26 October - 4 December 2020
Monday 26 October until Friday 4 December Windows of Creativity Art Trail Free, Everyone, Drop by From the Wild in Art team who brought the award winning Bee in the City trail to Manchester…

Race, Roots and Resistance: The Black 14

18:00 - 19:00 23 November 2020
Over fifty years ago, fourteen Black football players from the University of Wyoming took a principled stand against racial injustice at great personal cost. Join us for our online…

Earth science matters - virtual event

13:00 - 16:00 25 November 2020
Join us for this is a bespoke programme to show how A level Maths, Chemistry, Biology and Physics are both applicable and essential to the study of the Earth and the environment. The…

How do Countries Fare after Major Earthquakes, and What can be done to Close the Inequality Gap?

13:00 - 14:00 1 December 2020
The Centre for Crisis Studies and Mitigation presents a webinar: How do Countries Fare after Major Earthquakes, and What can be done to Close the Inequality Gap? Dr. Domenico Lombardi…

Literature and Racism Panel Discussion (part of MACFEST)

17:00 - 18:00 7 December 2020
Join MACFEST for an exciting panel on Legacies of colonialism: Reading and Writing as a Resistance with Emily Zobel Marshall and Leyla Aboulela. A reader in Postcolonial Literature…

Cancelled - See, Make and Do at the Museum - Autism-Friendly

09:15 - 11:15 12 December 2020
Cancelled - Sat 12 December: 9.15-11.15am See, Make and Do at the Museum - Autism-Friendly Join us for early openings at the Museum aimed at children who have autism and other needs,…

Support 4 Students Online Event 2021

17:30 - 19:45 27 January 2021
This online, early evening event for prospective students and parents/carers covers the range of pastoral and financial support available, including Disabled Student Allowance (DSA).…

Greater Manchester Engineering Challenge - Lessons

13:30 8 February - 14:00 8 March 2021
In response to lockdown 3, we’re proud to present a brand new series of lessons designed by the GMEC team to support you to deliver engineering learning to your pupils. These hands-on,…

Introduction to Access Manchester webinar

16:00 - 16:30 10 February 2021
Join our 'Introduction to Access Manchester' talk to find out more about the access schemes we offer at The University of Manchester, plus ask us any questions you may have about our…

Manchester Live - Choosing What and Where to Study

14:00 - 15:00 17 February 2021
Tune in to receive top tips when choosing a degree programme and university. How do you make a decision when there are nearly 40,000 courses available at more than 370 Higher Education…

Manchester Live - Student and Alumni Panel

17:00 - 18:00 3 March 2021
Join a panel of current students and alumni who will be discussing all aspects of the student experience, from societies and accommodation to student support, careers and events. There…

International Women’s Day: Inspirational Women Graduates Event

12:00 - 13:00 8 March 2021
To celebrate International Women’s Day, the School of Arts, Languages and Cultures is delighted to welcome back four inspirational women graduates to discuss their careers and how they…

Maxine Peake in Conversation

19:00 - 20:00 8 March 2021
Join Creative Manchester for an in conversation event with Maxine Peake, who has been appointed as Honorary Professor of Literature and Performance at The University of Manchester.…

Manchester Live - Why Manchester?

19:00 - 20:00 17 March 2021
Tune in to find out everything you need to know about The University of Manchester. This webinar will explore the University's history and heritage, as well as the student experience,…

Manchester Live - Student Life

14:00 - 15:00 31 March 2021
A recent graduate will be chatting all about student life at The University of Manchester, including everything from the Students' Union and student societies to sport, accommodation,…

Climate Change: Why complexity appears to hinder -- but may actually help -- humanity to act?

13:00 - 14:00 13 April 2021
Politics Pankhurst Seminar with Dr. Paul Tobin Climate Change: Why complexity appears to hinder -- but may actually help -- humanity to act? April 13th 2021 1-2pm Zoom…

Manchester Access Programme Launch Event

14 - 15 April 2021
This is the official start of the programme for students accepted onto the Manchester Access Programme and provides an overview of university courses, admissions and entry requirements.…

Manchester Live - The Art of Application

17:00 - 18:00 14 April 2021
Find out everything you need to know about applying for courses in higher education. We cover UCAS, the application form and process, the personal statement, references, and more. …

Alien Hunt!

24 April - 20 June 2021
Alien Hunt! Saturday 24th April – Sunday 20th June Aliens have arrived at Jodrell Bank! Seek them out across the site in our brand new scavenger hunt. Hunt them all and discover the…

Astronomy Photographer of the Year

24 April - 31 October 2021
Astronomy Photographer of the Year Saturday 25 September – Sunday 31 October The Royal Observatory Greenwich’s hugely popular Astronomy Photographer of the Year exhibition opens at…

Daily Telescope Talks

24 April - 20 June 2021
Daily Telescope Talks Saturday 24th April – Sunday 20th June Join one of our expert Explainers for a short talk on the giant Lovell Telescope. You’ll learn all about its fascinating…

Manchester Access Programme - Research and Referencing Workshop

28 - 29 April 2021
This is a workshop for MAP students to help develop the skills needed to successfully complete their academic assignment and prepare for study at university. Students complete a post-event…

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