# Why Manchester?

**Source**: https://www.manchester.ac.uk/study/international/why-manchester/
**Parent**: https://www.manchester.ac.uk/study/

International students play a huge part at The University of Manchester – our student population hails from 170 countries.

The welcoming, accessible and [multicultural environment](https://www.manchester.ac.uk/study/international/why-manchester/multicultural/) that is the [city of Manchester](https://www.manchester.ac.uk/study/student-life/city/) provides the ideal base for your time [studying in the UK](https://www.manchester.ac.uk/study/international/why-manchester/why-study-in-uk/).

Choose Manchester and you’ll put yourself ahead of the competition when the time comes to begin your career. With an award-winning careers service and courses built with your employability in mind, it’s no surprise that 94% of our graduates go straight into jobs or further study. If you're interested in starting a business in the UK, the [Masood Entrepreneurship Centre](https://www.entrepreneurship.manchester.ac.uk/) offers resources and support for student-led start-ups.

We’re part of the prestigious Russell Group of universities and our research and teaching quality is recognised across the globe, but our [support for international students](https://www.manchester.ac.uk/study/international/why-manchester/student-support/) is just as important to us. We’ll help you at all stages, from before you apply to when you arrive – and you’ll be supported at all times while you’re here.

We also encourage you to become the best you can be by participating in [Stellify](https://www.manchester.ac.uk/study/student-life/experience/extracurricular/) – a journey through Manchester’s most transformational experiences, giving you a unique opportunity to experience true personal and professional growth during your time with us.

We’ll give you an experience that will prepare you for a lifetime of achievement.

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[## Why study in the UK?

Find out about the excellent standards of teaching that the UK provides.

Read more](https://www.manchester.ac.uk/study/international/why-manchester/why-study-in-uk/)
[## Rankings

Our rankings reinforce our international reputation as a leading teaching and research institution.

Read more](https://www.manchester.ac.uk/about/rankings/)

[## History

We can look back upon decades of innovation dating back to the early 19th century.

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[## Student life

An amazing university experience that’s rooted in a rich heritage – at the heart of one of the UK’s most popular student cities.

Read more](https://www.manchester.ac.uk/study/student-life/)

[## Stellify and extracurricular activities

Learn how you can do more and be more as a Manchester student, in order to make your mark upon the world as a Manchester graduate.](https://www.manchester.ac.uk/study/student-life/experience/extracurricular/)