Student accommodation near the Manchester Metropolitan University

Student flats and spare rooms near the MMU

Manchester is a very university-centred city, so finding student apartments and rooms near the Manchester Metropolitan University is not very complicated. Even so, you must first know where the campus is located to choose the most suitable neighbourhood.

Where is Manchester Metropolitan University located?

The MMU has most of its facilities very close to each other and located in two campuses in the heart of Manchester. Others, like its sports complex, are a few minutes away by bus.

All Saints Campus

The main campus of the University, located around the All Saints park, is home of most of its buildings and faculties, among them:

• Law (Sandra Burslem)
• Business
• Art and Humanities
• Science and Engineering (John Dalton)
• Sports Institute
• Sugden Sports Centre
• Library
• University residences

Brooks

In Brooks, and just a few steps away from the main campus, you can find the Faculty of Health and Education. This campus is surrounded by green areas and also houses spaces to study, the student centre and places to eat and relax with friends.

Sports Complex Platt Lane

About 20 minutes by bus, in Fallowfield, there’s the Platt Lane Sports Complex offering fields, facilities, a fully equipped gym and a variety of fitness classes. It’s open to anyone and is also home to several of the sports clubs from the university.

Best neighbourhoods to live in near MMU?

Since the university is very well located and connected, you’ll have many options, but we’re going to recommend the best neighbourhoods to live near MMU.

City Centre

The most convenient area would be the centre of Manchester. Here you’re gaining almost immediate proximity to campus (depending on the exact location of the accommodation), good transport connections, and you also have multiple entertainment and nightlife venues.

Northern Quarter

If you like street art and bohemian bars, another neighbourhood that may interest you is the Northern Quarter. It’s a little further north of the centre and you can find lower priced rooms.

Rusholme

10 minutes away by bus is another of the most chosen neighbourhoods by students, thanks to its multicultural atmosphere and the variety of restaurants and bars that it offers. Here you’ll also be able to find accommodation that has everything you are looking for.

Student residences near the MMU

The MMU offers residences, usually on-campus, to international students. However, unlike British university students, you’ll need to make a payment of €1,500 in advance, which will be deducted from the final price, and pay the remainder of the contract on three specific dates. You can also choose to stay in private residences. Take a look at the ones we show you on our website!

Erasmus at Manchester Metropolitan University

• If you need a student visa and English is not your native language, you must provide a test of your level of English. Check here more detailed language requirements at MMU, because they may vary depending on the studies you’re going to undertake.
• In case you don’t meet the requirements, you can also access the English courses offered by the institution before the start of the semester. With this, you won’t need to do any additional exam.
• The best thing about choosing Manchester as your destination is that you’ll be welcomed by a diverse and welcoming community in one of the best student cities in the country.
• And, if you want to get the most out of your experience, join the Students’ Union! Here you’ll be able to join clubs and societies, and participate in events where you can share your interests and meet new friends.

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