University of Manchester

Our commitment to the Armed Forces Covenant

The University of Manchester is proud to play its role as a key support of our Armed Forces and is a signatory of the British Armed Forces Covenant.  We are committed to embedding and upholding the principles of the Armed Forces Covenant.

About us

The University of Manchester is a place where research has international impact, where students experience outstanding teaching and learning, transforming into highly employable graduates, and where all activity is enriched by a commitment to social responsibility and the benefits we bring to society and the environment.

Manchester was the first and most eminent of England’s civic universities. The rich heritage of discovery, social change and pioneering spirit remains at the heart of all we do. Today, we’re part of the prestigious Russell Group of UK universities, with more than 46,000 students, 12,950 staff.

The University’s vision and strategic plan, Our future has three core goals and four themes:

Core Goals

• Research and discover
• Teaching and learning
• Social responsibility

Themes

• Our people, our values
• Innovation
• Civic engagement
• Global influence

Our future sets an ambitious agenda to build on our distinctive strengths, with a commitment to make a difference to society.