Rankings
How every major ranking places Manchester Metropolitan University. Lower is better.
Strongest subjects in the QS subject rankings (2025):
Postgraduate courses by field
Number of courses and typical yearly tuition for international students.
| Field | Courses | Typical fee | Courses in Course Explorer |
|---|---|---|---|
| Education & teaching | 10 | $28,954 | See → |
| Public health & allied health | 5 | $29,628 | See → |
| Arts, design & creative studies | 3 | $38,381 | See → |
| Computer science & data technology | 2 | $28,281 | See → |
| Social sciences | 2 | $28,281 | See → |
| Business & management | 1 | See → | |
| Economics, finance & accounting | 1 | $28,281 | See → |
| Engineering & technology | 1 | $29,628 | See → |
| Humanities & languages | 1 | $28,281 | See → |
| Life sciences & biotechnology | 1 | $30,301 | See → |
Costs and entry
10 courses mention scholarships. 1 publishes an application deadline for international students.
Jobs after studying at Manchester Metropolitan University
The job market for Manchester Metropolitan University's biggest fields, and how graduates stay to work in the UK.
Questions students ask
How much does a postgraduate course at Manchester Metropolitan University cost?
Typical tuition for international students is about $28,954 a year; half of Manchester Metropolitan University's postgraduate courses with a published fee cost between $28,449 and $29,628. Most courses last 1 year. Fees vary by field: arts, design & creative studies courses are typically $38,381, computer science & data technology $28,281.
How is Manchester Metropolitan University ranked?
Manchester Metropolitan University is ranked #643 by QS (2026) in the world. In the UK it is #50 in the Complete University Guide (2026) and #33 in the Guardian University Guide (2026). Its strongest QS subjects include Art & Design (#51) and Hospitality & Leisure Management (#51).
What IELTS score does Manchester Metropolitan University need for a postgraduate course?
Most postgraduate courses (5 of the 5 that list it) ask for IELTS 6.5 overall.
How many postgraduate courses does Manchester Metropolitan University offer?
27 postgraduate courses across 10 fields; the largest are education & teaching (10), public health & allied health (5) and arts, design & creative studies (3).
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Updated 6 August 2026. Courses and fees from Manchester Metropolitan University's own course pages; fees converted to US dollars. Rankings: QS World University Rankings 2026, Complete University Guide 2026, Guardian University Guide 2026, QS subject rankings 2025. Always confirm fees and requirements on the university's website.