Settling in and making connections
University isn’t just about studying. It’s the time to make connections and develop your personal skills. It's OK to be nervous - that's normal. No matter how you’re feeling, there are lots of ways to ease into this aspect of university life.
Ways to make connections
Meeting new people and making friends doesn’t end after the Welcome period. There are lots of ways you can make connections throughout the academic year, including:
- Downloading the Umii app to connect with students who have the same interests, similar course types and societies as you
- Checking the Student Hub weekly for the latest events and opportunities
- Joining a society (or starting your own!)
- Spending time in student spaces across campus. We have lots of places where you can relax between classes, study, meet with friends and grab lunch
Explore your city
If you're studying on campus, you're right on the doorstep of two vibrant cities. Manchester and Salford are famous for many things: the architecture, the culture, the music to name just a few. Explore our guides below to help you get to know the cities you call home.
What's on campus?
Whether you're based on Peel Park, Frederick Road or MediaCity campus or you're studying online, there are spaces and resources available for you to use outside of your classes.
- If you're looking for a place to make a brew with friends, heat your lunch or get your head down to study, check out our list of student spaces on campus
- There are lots of places to grab a bite to eat on campus including our Eat and Drink outlets, The Old Fire Station and Atmosphere and the Coffee Hut.
- Join the Sports Centre on Peel Park campus for as little as £15 per month to help you keep fit for less. With five fitness suites, a 25 metre pool, dance studio, 30+ fitness classes a week and more
- The Faith Centre has lots of unique spaces for group worship, private prayer, personal reflection, social activities, pastoral support and relaxation. Whether you have a faith or not, the Faith Centre is open to you
Our on-campus facilities can be especially handy if you're a commuter student. If you're on campus for a lecture, don't feel like you have to go straight home afterwards. Why not take a class at the Sports Centre, grab a bite to eat or get started on your assignments while you're here?