Manchester Metropolitan University

Manchester Metropolitan University: It Begins With You

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At Manchester Met, you’ll find a student experience as individual as you are. Study on a world-class campus in the heart of a global city, and join one of the UK’s largest and most diverse student communities. We've prepared messages of advice and support from Manchester Met students and graduates - we hope you enjoy them!

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From: Chloe (Second Year Web and User Experience Design Student) 14.08.2025 1:06

"Everyone is in the same boat as you. Everyone's scared. Everyone's wanting to make friends." If you want to settle in and make the most of a new environment, listen to Chloe's advice for new students.

From: Kira and Anam (Primary Education with QTS Graduates) 14.08.2025 0:46

Worried you won't make friends for life? Kira and Anam are here to prove that meeting new people at university can change your life.

From: Aimee (First Year Marketing Student) 14.08.2025 1:42

After completing her first year at Manchester Met, Aimee shares her advice for coming out of your shell and the moment she knew she wanted a career in Marketing.

From: Rebeca (Final Year Filmmaking Student) 14.08.2025 1:27

How can you make friends and feel confident at university? Check out this advice from Rebeca, a Filmmaking student at Manchester Met.

From: Afnan, Matteo, Michael, Henna, Hamnah and Voyo (Business School Graduates) 14.08.2025 0:56

How can you make the most of new opportunities and lean on the people around you? This group of new graduates have the answer!

From: Isobel (Physiotherapy Graduate) 14.08.2025 0:49

Isobel moved to Manchester from South Wales and felt nervous about meeting new people. If you're in the same boat, here's why Isobel says you don't need to worry.

From: Thomas (Business and Marketing Graduate) 14.08.2025 0:34

Budgeting is one of the most important skills you can develop as a student. To help you become money confident, check out these tips from new graduate Thomas.

From: Ameel and Jacob (Business Management Graduates) 14.08.2025 0:39

"There'll be plenty of ups and downs, but no matter what you do, get up and you'll get there." Check out even more great advice from graduates (and good friends) Ameel and Jacob.

From: Andy Burnham (Mayor of Greater Manchester) 14.08.2025 0:30

Tune in to this special welcome message from Andy Burnham, who highlights a fantastic opportunity to explore Greater Manchester to your heart's content.

From: Komal, Forum, George, Imogen and Vanessa (Student Officers at The Union) 14.08.2025 2:05

Say hello to your friendly Student Officers - they represent you during your time at Manchester Met, both in and out of your studies.

From: Freya (Peer Guide) 14.08.2025 1:39

Freya is a Peer Guide, a Manchester Met student here to provide advice and guidance during your time at university. In her voice note, she shares her experience with feeling nervous, reaching out for help, and finding where you belong.

From: Irfan (Peer Guide) 14.08.2025 1:05

Irfan is a Peer Guide, a Manchester Met student here to provide advice and guidance during your time at university. In his voice note, Irfan shares why it's okay to make mistakes and how to avoid putting too much pressure on yourself.