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Pep Guardiola receiving honorary degree from The University of Manchester

Pep Guardiola awarded honorary degree

Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola has been awarded an honorary degree, recognising his extraordinary contribution to the city over nine years on and off the pitch.
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Manchester and Cambridge innovation partnership awarded 拢4.8 million

The UK鈥檚 first cross-UK innovation partnership has received funding from Research England to accelerate inclusive growth and innovation collaboration.
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Universally Manchester Festival 2025

The University鈥檚 free Universally Manchester Festival on 14 June offers a day of science, creativity and performances for all ages on its Oxford Road campus.
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Festival of Business to mark 60 years of AMBS

To mark its 60th anniversary, Alliance Manchester Business School (AMBS) is bringing back its Festival of Business, expanding on the success of last year鈥檚 event.
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Manchester in top five universities for industry funding

The University is fifth in the UK for industry research funding, according to HESA Higher Education Income data.
European Museum of the Year Awards 2025

Manchester Museum named European Museum of the Year 2025

Manchester Museum has been recognised as one of Europe鈥檚 leading museums after winning the European Museum of the Year Award (EMYA) 2025.
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University strengthens global ties with new Indian partnerships

Manchester announces three new partnerships with leading Indian institutions, reinforcing its strong and long-standing connections in India.
Professor Fiona Devine, Vice President and Dean of the Faculty of Humanities at The University of Manchester and Clare Lombardelli, Deputy Governor for Monetary Policy at the Bank of England.

University partners with Bank of England to teach economics

The new partnership will provide existing teachers with training to deliver A-level economics alongside their core subject.

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Platinum Watermark

This award recognises our excellence in delivering and supporting public engagement.

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Race Equality Charter

We have a Race Equality Charter Silver Award through AdvanceHE for excellence in advancing racial equality in higher education.

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Living Wage Foundation

We are proud to be accredited for our commitment to paying our people a real living wage.

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Athena Swan Charter

We're committed to developing the careers of women in science, technology, engineering, mathematics and medicine.

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Gold-awarded LGBTQ+ inclusive employer

We're proud to be a gold-awarded LGBTQ+ inclusive employer.

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Disability Confident Leader

This symbol recognises our commitment to the recruitment, retention and career development of disabled people.

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University of Sanctuary

We're committed to creating a welcoming and safe place for refugees and asylum seekers.

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