Why hire our University of Manchester graduates?
Our graduates are in demand
We are the Number 1 most targeted UK institution as voted by the UK's top 100 employers (“Graduate Market Trends 2026 Survey” by Highfliers Research).
Academic Excellence
The University of Manchester is a centre of teaching excellence, world-class research, outstanding student experience, and social responsibility.
Our graduates develop strong academic skills, gained in a diverse, research-intensive environment that is consistently ranked among the best in the world.
We’re ranked the 6th best university in the UK and 46th overall in the Academic Ranking of World Universities (2025).
Manchester graduates have a global outlook and are well rounded candidates who will bring value to any organisation.
Work Ready
Our institution has a strong focus on employability - we were ranked the "Seventh Best UK Institution for Employability in the 2025 Times Higher Education Global University Employability Ranking.
In the QS World University Rankings for Employability, we are 5th for Employment Outcomes and 5th for Employer Reputation.
85% of our graduates believe The University of Manchester prepared them well for future employment.
Many programmes include one year placements, live projects and industrial experience, meaning our graduates are ready to start making a positive impact immediately.
Skilled for the Future
We work with our employer partners to understand the qualities and skills their businesses will need for growth and success in the future. We support our students and graduates to identify and develop these skills through our Skills Development modules and experience opportunities (including live business projects; internships, volunteering).
We have been partnering with the UK India Business Council to gain a better understanding of the recruitment landscape in India, what skills are valued by Indian employers and how we can best prepare our UK educated Indian students to return to India and make a positive impact when they join your organisation.
