Manchester Metropolitan University: Fees, Entry and Intakes
TL;DR: Manchester Metropolitan University charges international students £20,000 to £21,500 a year for most bachelor's degrees and £21,000 to £22,500 for most taught master's degrees (2027/28 fees). It takes students in September and, for selected master's courses, January. You need IELTS 6.0 or 6.5, a £5,000 deposit to request your CAS, and you may receive a tuition scholarship of £2,000 to £5,000.
Manchester Met's main campus sits in Manchester city centre. The hard part is getting from application to CAS in time for your intake, with the right documents and deposit. This guide follows that path. Unsure of your route? Check your eligibility with Prosper before you apply.
What does Manchester Metropolitan University offer international students?
Manchester Metropolitan University (Manchester Met) offers international students three ways in: direct entry to a bachelor's or master's degree, second-year entry after a Higher National Diploma, or a pathway at Manchester Metropolitan University International College that leads into a Manchester Met degree. Prosper can apply to both for you. Compare options in universities in the UK for international students.
Manchester Met fees for international students
From the international tuition fees page (fees normally stay the same each year; your offer letter confirms yours):
- Undergraduate degrees, 2027/28: £20,000 to £21,500 a year.
- Taught master's degrees, 2027/28: £21,000 to £22,500 a year.
- Example: the MSc Business Analytics: £21,000 a year, January or September start.
Some courses add field trip or equipment costs. For UK-wide context, see UK tuition fees for international students.
Manchester Met scholarships and the January intake
Manchester Met assesses international scholarships when you apply, with no separate form:
- International Postgraduate Scholarship (January 2027 and September 2027 entry): £5,000 off first-year tuition on most eligible taught master's courses, or £3,000 on selected ones, confirmed at offer.
- Business School International Postgraduate Scholarship (January 2027 and September 2027 entry): £5,000 in year one for Business School master's courses.
- International Undergraduate Scholarship (September 2027 entry): £2,000 for each year of a bachelor's degree, not combinable with other Manchester Met support.
The Manchester Met January intake is mainly for master's degrees, such as MSc Business Analytics, the LLM and MA Applied Linguistics, per its January start page. Most bachelor's degrees start in September. January applicants must apply before the university's deadline and request a CAS in time, so start early. Our UK January intake timeline sets out the months in order.
Manchester Metropolitan University entry requirements and English scores
A typical master's offer asks for a UK 2:2 degree or equivalent; bachelor's entry is set per course. Standard English scores:
- IELTS Academic or UKVI: 6.0, no component below 5.5 (undergraduate); 6.5, no component below 5.5 (master's).
- PTE Academic: 61, none below 59 (undergraduate); 65, none below 59 (master's).
- Duolingo English Test: 110 (undergraduate); 120 (master's), none below 100.
Scores cannot be combined across sittings. If you fall short, a pre-sessional English course leads into your degree without another test.
Which route fits you
| Your situation | Route at Manchester Met | Fee (year stated) | Intakes |
|---|---|---|---|
| School leaver meeting the course grades and IELTS 6.0 | Direct bachelor's degree | £20,000 to £21,500 (2027/28) | September |
| School leaver below direct entry | International Foundation Year, International College | £18,000 to £19,500 (2026/27) | January, September |
| Bachelor's degree meeting a 2:2 equivalent and IELTS 6.5 | Direct taught master's | £21,000 to £22,500 (2026/27 January, 2027/28 September) | September; January for selected courses |
| Bachelor's degree below the master's grade | Pre-Masters, International College | £11,000 to £12,000 (2026/27) | January, May, September (varies by course) |
Sources: College fees and intakes.
From application to CAS: the steps in order
Manchester Met's application steps:
- Apply with transcripts, certificates, a personal statement and English evidence; the transcript for your highest qualification is essential. Undergraduates can use UCAS (code M40). See our documents checklist for a UK master's.
- Accept your offer and email evidence for any conditions. The offer letter also says whether you need ATAS.
- Pay the £5,000 tuition fee deposit through Flywire to request your CAS (sponsored students send sponsor evidence). See UK university deposits.
- Request your Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies (CAS), then apply for your UK student visa.
At the International College, the deposit amount is set in your offer letter and paid once your offer is unconditional.
Applying from Sri Lanka
Manchester Met publishes entry rules for Sri Lanka on its Sri Lanka country page:
- Bachelor's degree: GCE A/L with three passes to meet the subject tariff. Where a subject is required, you need 70% or above in it. An HND can allow entry to the second year.
- Foundation: at least SS at A/L.
- Master's (2:2 equivalent): a four-year Bachelor Special, Honours or Professional degree with Lower Second Class Honours (55%), or 50% plus two years' work experience.
- English: GCE O/L English Language at C or above is accepted instead of IELTS.
- International College: five O/L passes at A to C for the International Foundation Year; completed A/L for International Year One; a three or four-year bachelor's with a pass for Pre-Masters, per its academic requirements.
After your CAS, book the TB test at the IOM clinic in Colombo and your biometrics at VFS Global Colombo. In rupees, the deposit and fees run into millions, so plan bank evidence early and check the rate on the day you pay.
Frequently asked questions
Does Manchester Metropolitan University have a January intake for international students?
Yes, mainly for taught master's degrees such as MSc Business Analytics and the LLM. The International College also runs January intakes for its Foundation, Pre-Masters and some International Year One programmes.
How much is the Manchester Met deposit?
Manchester Metropolitan University asks for a £5,000 tuition fee deposit, paid through Flywire, before you can request your CAS. Officially sponsored students send sponsor evidence instead.
Do I need to apply separately for a Manchester Met scholarship?
No. Manchester Met assesses international scholarships when it reviews your application. The postgraduate award is £5,000 for most eligible taught courses or £3,000 for selected ones, confirmed in your offer.
What is Manchester Metropolitan University International College?
It is the university's on-campus pathway college. It offers an International Foundation Year, International Year One and Pre-Masters programmes that lead into Manchester Met degrees for students who do not yet meet direct entry.
PS: Manchester Met rewards applicants who line up documents and the deposit early, especially for January. Send us your results and English score and we will tell you whether direct entry or the International College fits. Check your eligibility with Prosper.
References
- Tuition fees for international students, Manchester Metropolitan University, https://www.mmu.ac.uk/study/international/before-you-apply/fees-and-funding/tuition-fees (accessed 09/11/2026)
- International scholarships, Manchester Metropolitan University, https://www.mmu.ac.uk/study/international/before-you-apply/fees-and-funding/scholarships-and-funding/scholarships (accessed 09/11/2026)
- January 2027 Entry, Manchester Metropolitan University, https://www.mmu.ac.uk/study/january-start (accessed 09/11/2026)
- MSc Business Analytics, Manchester Metropolitan University, https://www.mmu.ac.uk/study/postgraduate/course/msc-business-analytics (accessed 09/11/2026)
- English language requirements, Manchester Metropolitan University, https://www.mmu.ac.uk/study/international/before-you-apply/english-language-requirements (accessed 09/11/2026)
- Sri Lanka country information, Manchester Metropolitan University, https://www.mmu.ac.uk/study/international/international-students/sri-lanka (accessed 09/11/2026)
- How to apply: taught postgraduate courses, Manchester Metropolitan University, https://www.mmu.ac.uk/study/international/how-to-apply/postgraduate-taught (accessed 09/11/2026)
- How to apply: foundation year and undergraduate, Manchester Metropolitan University, https://www.mmu.ac.uk/study/international/how-to-apply/international-undergraduate-degrees (accessed 09/11/2026)
- International College tuition fees, Manchester Metropolitan University International College, https://www.mmu.ac.uk/international/college/admissions/fees (accessed 09/11/2026)
- International College intake dates, Manchester Metropolitan University International College, https://www.mmu.ac.uk/international/college/admissions/intake-dates (accessed 09/11/2026)
- International College academic requirements, Manchester Metropolitan University International College, https://www.mmu.ac.uk/international/college/admissions/academic-requirements (accessed 09/11/2026)
