University of Greater Manchester

The University of Greater Manchester, formerly known as the University of Bolton, is a public university located at Deane Road, Bolton, BL3 5AB, England. Ranked 1st in the North West for Student Satisfaction by the Times and Sunday Times 2025 and in the top 40 UK universities (Guardian 2024), the university follows a 'Teaching Intensive, Research Informed' strategy. It offers a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate taught programmes across subject areas including business, engineering, health sciences, law, education, creative arts, computer science, medicine, nursing and psychology, as well as postgraduate research degrees (MPhil, PhD, Professional Doctorates) through its Research & Graduate School. The university accepts both domestic students via UCAS or direct application and international students from across the globe. Scholarships and bursaries are available for 2026/27 including Alumni Discount, Group Progression Scholarship and Care Experienced Bursary.