Your study experience
Discover what it’s like to study in the Faculty of Arts and Humanities, and explore our extracurricular activities and student support.
About the study experience
We’re committed to creating an environment where you can explore your passions and become a socially responsible graduate.
We’ll help you prepare for professional life, expand your social connections, and nurture your health and wellbeing.
Campus investment
We’ve invested significantly in our facilities to enhance your learning experience. Our spaces and equipment will give you a taste of the professional world, and freedom to innovate and create. They include studio spaces for 21st-century learning, high-spec editing suites, and technical workshops with industry-standard equipment.
A creative city
Our campus is in the heart of Manchester, so you’re part of a much bigger creative community. We work closely with Manchester’s creative, media and digital industries. You’ll build networks, work on real-world projects, and exhibit and intern in the city.
Clubs and societies
From fine art and fashion to creative writing and philosophy, you can join student-run clubs and societies to explore your passions and make new friends.
Diverse teaching and learning methods
We mix the traditional with the innovative to deliver a high-quality student experience. Alongside practical work, your course could include:
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lectures
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presentations
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group discussions
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team projects and presentations
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video pitches
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podcasts
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video conferences
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blogs
Arts and humanities events
Our cultural venues host a packed schedule of events here on campus. From galleries to theatre shows, there are plenty of opportunities to immerse yourself and get inspired. Go to the events calendar
We also run events and collaborations through our public engagement programme, AHEAD (Arts and Humanities Engagement And Dialogue). AHEAD covers a range of topics, disciplines and research areas from across the faculty.
aAh! Magazine
aAh! is an established arts and culture magazine and online platform. It’s run by student volunteers who are passionate about journalism and Manchester. Honest, engaging and curious, aAh! is a trusted source for news, opinions and creative work.
