The University of Manchester
North West, England
How much do University of Manchester graduates earn by subject?
University of Manchester graduates earn a median salary of £34,000 five years after graduation. The highest-paying subject is Computing at £62,400, while Performing arts graduates earn £28,500.
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How competitive is University of Manchester?
In 2024, University of Manchester received 184,995 applications and accepted 19,970 students, giving an acceptance rate of 10.8%.
Source: UCAS End of Cycle Data
How much does it cost for international students?
International undergraduate students pay £25,500 to £55,000 per year in tuition at University of Manchester. Living costs are estimated at £10,500–£14,000 per year.
* Estimates based on 2025/26 fees. Actual costs may vary. View official fees →
What are the employment outcomes at University of Manchester?
85% of University of Manchester graduates are in sustained employment or further study 5 years after graduation. The university offers 27 subjects with median salaries ranging from £28,500 to £62,400. (Satisfaction = NSS teaching score)
| Subject | Employment | Median Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Computing | 84.9% | £62,400 |
| Medicine and dentistry | 91.6% | £53,700 |
| Economics | 89% | £48,200 |
| Engineering | 84.7% | £43,400 |
| Mathematical sciences | 89.3% | £43,100 |
| Physics and astronomy | 84.2% | £42,300 |
| Architecture, building and planning | 92.7% | £40,200 |
| Pharmacology, toxicology and pharmacy | 86.4% | £39,800 |
| Business and management | 86.1% | £39,400 |
| Politics | 85.3% | £38,000 |
| Chemistry | 85.5% | £37,200 |
| Materials and technology | 88.3% | £35,800 |
| Geography, earth and environmental studies | 90.1% | £35,400 |
| Biosciences | 88.2% | £35,000 |
| Medical sciences | 86.1% | £34,700 |
| Philosophy and religious studies | 87.4% | £33,900 |
| Nursing and midwifery | 92.7% | £33,600 |
| Law | 88% | £33,600 |
| Allied health | 89.4% | £33,200 |
| Languages and area studies | 77.8% | £32,100 |
| History and archaeology | 83.3% | £31,800 |
| Sociology, social policy and anthropology | 85.5% | £30,700 |
| English studies | 87% | £30,700 |
| Education and teaching | 90% | £30,500 |
| Psychology | 87.8% | £30,300 |
| Creative arts and design | 80.9% | £30,300 |
| Performing arts | 89.8% | £28,500 |
* Avg. Tariff: Average UCAS tariff points of students who enrolled on this course. This is not the entry requirement — enrolled students often exceed requirements. Always check the official university website for actual entry requirements.
Reference: A*=56, A=48, B=40, C=32 points. Example: AAA = 144 points. Calculate your tariff →
Entry Requirements
Varies significantly. Medicine requires A*AA; some courses accept BBB.
View official requirements →Highest Earning Subjects
- 1 Computing £62,400
- 2 Medicine and dentistry £53,700
- 3 Economics £48,200
- 4 Engineering £43,400
- 5 Mathematical sciences £43,100
Quick Facts
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Estimated Living Costs
Manchester living costs estimate
View cost details →Data Source
Graduate earnings from the Longitudinal Education Outcomes (LEO) dataset via Discover Uni 2024/25. Figures show median earnings 5 years after graduation for 2015-17 graduates.
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