The John Rylands Library is an invaluable resource for Social Policy, Social Work and Law students. The City of Manchester, including the Greater Manchester area, estimates a population of about three million people. The city centre is within easy walking distance of the University campus. It is a lively commercial centre with excellent shopping facilities and entertainment including a wide variety of music venues, theatres, restaurants, cafes, hotels, cinemas and clubs. Manchester has a large international airport with direct flights to many countries and is at the hub of the country's rail and road network.
Priority is given to students from overseas.