Student stories
History
Study in a truly historic city
As a student in the historically rich city of Manchester, you’ll have the opportunity to access the libraries, archives and museums of the local area.
You’ll also have access to one of only five National Research Libraries, including the special collections of the John Rylands Library, as well as the award-winning Manchester Museum (European Museum of the Year 2025).
Hear from our students on why they study History at Manchester.
Students enjoy unparalleled access to John Rylands Library.
Access to internationally renowned collections throughout history.
A breadth of specialisms and diverse, cutting-edge course content.
Unique opportunities to explore special archived material.
Hear from our students
Student blogs
Why I Chose to Study Ancient History and History
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From BA History to PhD
What our students say
Dainey
"Considering studying History in Manchester? I highly recommend it. The city offers abundant in-person resources for research such as the Manchester Museum on campus and the John Rylands Research Institute right in the city centre.
As Manchester is such a vibrant city, you’ll be able to break free from your shell and learn more about yourself, it’s an enriching experience that goes beyond academics, allowing you to explore and learn about both history and yourself."
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