Why study Art at Manchester Metropolitan University?
Manchester Metropolitan University (MMU) is one the biggest providers of Arts degrees in the UK. The renowned Manchester School of Art has been producing some of the best creative talent for more than 180 years, including painter LS Lowry, photographer Martin Parr and designer Peter Saville.
- Manchester School of Art is ranked 7th in the UK (The Complete University Guide 2020).
- The award-winning Benzie Building is the creative hub for arts students at MMU and boasts a vertical gallery, hybrid studio spaces, state-of-the-art workshops, a café and a communal roof terrace.
- Manchester School of Architecture offers courses accredited by RIBA and is ranked 11th in the UK (The Complete University Guide 2020).
- Graduates have been employed by a number of global companies including the BBC, Vanity Fair, Marvel Studios, Netflix and the Walt Disney Company.
Program choices
Find out more about your course options by selecting a course level.
- English course
- International Foundation
- International Year One
- Undergraduate Degree (Direct Entry)
- Postgraduate Degree (Direct Entry)
English course
Leads to: University preparation programme or degree
Typical entry requirements: From IELTS 3.0
Length of course: From 4 weeks
- Improve your languages skills while adapting to the US culture.
- Regular intakes with flexible course lengths to suit your English level.
- Adapt to living and studying in the UK.
International Foundation
Leads to: Undergraduate degree
Typical entry requirements: From IELTS 4.5, plus completion of 12 years of schooling with good grades.
Length of course: 3 terms (9 months)
- A guaranteed route to Year 1 of an undergraduate degree.
- Modules designed to develop the specialist knowledge, language and study skills for your chosen degree.
- Support with your university applications.
International Year One
Leads to: Undergraduate degree
Typical entry requirements: From IELTS 5.0, plus completion of A-levels, Foundation or first year of an overseas university degree.
Length of course: 3 terms (9 months)
- A guaranteed route to Year 2 of an undergraduate degree.
- Complete your degree in the same amount of time as direct entry students.
- Study academic modules that reflect the first year of your chosen degree.
Undergraduate Degree (Direct Entry)
Typical entry requirements: From IELTS 6.0, plus degree-specific academic requirements
Length of course: 3 years
- Start your degree as a student who already meets the academic and English language requirements of the university.
- Access to a wide range of degrees.
- Submit multiple applications through a single application form.
Postgraduate Degree (Direct Entry)
Typical entry requirements: From IELTS 6.0, plus degree-specific academic requirements
Length of course: 1 year
- Start your degree as a student who already meets the academic and English language requirements of the university.