Studying at INTO Manchester
Welcome to INTO Manchester, your international study hub. The INTO Center is the heart of student life, where you’ll get all the support you need from our friendly and experienced staff. You’ll find all your essentials here – from quiet study spaces to bustling social areas.
The INTO Manchester Center, located in Manchester's city center and close to The University of Manchester's vibrant campus, gives you the chance to study in one of the most buzzing and diverse cities in the world. More than 100,000 students choose to study in the region across 5 major institutions.
Explore the INTO Center
Going above and beyond to support you
We really care about your happiness and your success. Our dedicated Student Services team, based in the INTO Center, is there to support you from the moment you arrive.
So go on, ask us anything. How do you open a bank account? Where is the best place to get Thai food in Manchester? We’re there to answer all your questions.
24/7 support – a 24-hour emergency telephone number, just in case you need us.
A friendly Welcome Desk – and the support of our dedicated Student Services team.
Specialist facilities – designed to support international students' learning.
Visa workshops – to help with renewing or extending your visa.
Regular social program – meet people, make friends and experience something new.
Language support – additional support if you have a lower level of English.
Progression support – individual progression support and events to help you progress to The University of Manchester.
Personal Tutor – your contact for any academic questions or wellbeing support.
Helping you every step of the way
Your first week with us is an important one: you’ll get to know your new classmates, teachers and support staff! Our friendly Student Services team will welcome you and be on hand to help. They understand the challenges that come with studying abroad, and provide a dedicated network of support. From visa and immigration advice to getting settled in the UK, you're in safe hands.
The induction program during your first week will also cover:
expert visa support
help registering your details with the police
how to open a bank account
how to register with a doctor and dentist
information on the British legal system.
Your teachers at INTO Manchester are friendly, knowledgeable and care about your progress – so they’ll be more than happy to advise if you need any help. At the beginning of your program you’ll meet your Academic Advisor, who you can approach with any academic questions or personal issues throughout your time with INTO. They’ll help you settle in, monitor your academic progress, and can refer you for additional support if you need it.
You will also benefit from Link Tutors at The University of Manchester, who will support your progression – they're available for appointments in the Center, and they'll help with choosing a degree, the application process, writing a personal statement and more.
Once you progress to your chosen degree, The University of Manchester's International Student Support team will look after you. They’ll offer support and guidance to help you settle into life at university.
Your quality education, confirmed
The Quality Assurance Agency for Higher Education (QAA)
QAA, the Quality Assurance Agency for Higher Education, is an independent body entrusted with monitoring and advising on standards and quality in UK higher education. The main objectives of QAA are setting and monitoring the standards of UK higher education, including the development of the UK Quality Code for Higher Education.
INTO Manchester is regulated by the Office for Students (OfS). The OfS aims to help students succeed in Higher Education by ensuring they receive excellent information and guidance and get a high quality education that prepares them for the future, while protecting their interests. For more information, visit Office for Students.
Center Director: Dawn Abbott
Center address: INTO Manchester, Bridgewater House, 58/60 Whitworth Street, Manchester, M1 6LT
Telephone: +44 161 631 1200
Email: enquiries.manchester@intoglobal.com