

Bolton, England
University of Greater Manchester is one of the world's leading universities located in Bolton, North West England. It holds a Silver TEF rating, recognising teaching that exceeds national expectations.
In the latest rankings, University of Greater Manchester is positioned at #35 in the QS World Rankings 2026; #56 in the THE World Rankings 2026; #29 in the Guardian University Guide (UK).
The university has approximately 12,570 students, with 25% coming from outside the UK. The largest international cohorts come from Nigeria, Pakistan, and India.
University of Greater Manchester currently lists 115 courses on CourseOptions, spanning 50 undergraduate and 65 postgraduate programmes. There are 5 scholarships available for international students.
Graduate outcomes are strong: 86% of graduates go into employment or further study within 15 months, and the median graduate salary is £28,500, rising to £28,500 after five years.
Student satisfaction is strong, with an NSS teaching satisfaction score of 88%.
| Ranking System | Position |
|---|---|
| QS World University Rankings 2026 | Not Ranked in QS |
| Times Higher Education 2026 | Not Ranked in THE |
| Guardian University Guide (UK) | No Guardian Ranking Available |
| The Complete University Guide (UK) | No CUG Ranking Available |
Source: QS, THE, CUG, Guardian — Updated January 2026
82.8% of graduates are in employment or further study within 15 months of graduation.
| Time After Graduation | Median Salary | UK Average | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 months | £28,500 | £26,220 | +9% |
| 3 years | £25,600 | £23,552 | +9% |
| 5 years | £28,500 | £26,220 | +9% |
Source: HESA Longitudinal Education Outcomes (LEO) 2025
These figures represent institution-wide averages across all subject areas and study modes. Actual graduate outcomes vary by course and cohort. For course-specific data, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.
Has an 81% overall satisfaction rate according to the National Student Survey (NSS) 2025.
Source: National Student Survey (NSS) 2025.
These figures represent institution-wide averages across all courses and may not reflect satisfaction for a specific course. For course-level data, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.
25.4% of students are international, representing 30+ countries. Total international students: 3,195.
| Countries | Students | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Nigeria | 1,490 | 46.6% |
| Pakistan | 565 | 17.7% |
| India | 345 | 10.8% |
| United Arab Emirates | 225 | 7% |
| Bangladesh | 210 | 6.6% |
| Nepal | 65 | 2% |
| Ghana | 35 | 1.1% |
| Iran | 35 | 1.1% |
| China | 20 | 0.6% |
| Ireland | 20 | 0.6% |
Source: HESA official data.
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