Faculty of Humanities International Summer School
The Faculty of Humanities Summer School for American students 18-25 July 2026.
Overview
“We The People”
This year’s theme, “We The People”, celebrates 250 years of the American Constitution by offering a unique perspective on how people and communities impact the world around them.
Participants will learn from research experts in a range of fields such as arts, culture, economics, law, politics, business, and urban development to better understand the words of Margaret Mead:
Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed citizens can change the world; indeed, it's the only thing that ever has.
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The summer school experience will include:
- Academic sessions taught by leading experts
- Opportunities to learn and apply research methodologies, which you can use in your undergraduate projects or dissertation.
- Behind the scenes sessions with curators at the John Rylands Library and the Manchester Museum – European Museum of the Year 2025.
- Social events where students can meet Manchester students and have fun!
- Access to Manchester’s historic sites, vibrant cultures, music and food. Experience first-hand why the New York Times named the city as one of their ‘top places to go’ in 2024.
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2025 summer school attendees said:
- “It was great to be in Manchester…being more aware of the cultural differences is important.”
- “The sessions gave me more of an idea of the modern Mancunian experience and resonated more with connecting my identity to this city.”
- “I would highly recommend for a quick study abroad program!”
- “Thank you all so much for this opportunity! I didn’t want to go to graduate school until I came here. I can’t wait to come back.”
You will stay in a single, en-suite, self-catered room with a shared kitchen at our Unsworth Park student residence.
This summer school is for students, who are currently studying a bachelor’s degree at an American based university or four-year college.
There are no formal academic or English language requirements, and students can be from any year of study. Students must be over the age of 18.
Depending on your nationality, you may need to obtain a visitor visa before travelling to the UK, or you might be eligible to apply for one upon arrival at the airport.
To check if you need a visa, visit the Standard Visitor Visa page.
Tuition covers the academic programme, accommodation, bus pass and scheduled social events.
You will also need to budget for living costs, such as food, private travel and personal expenses.
You are required to arrange your own travel to Manchester and health insurance before arriving in Manchester.
Registration for the summer school will be opened in early December 2025.
If you would like to receive a reminder about this, please email the summer school team at humsinternational@manchester.ac.uk.
Payment will be required following registration.
Further information
We are here to help. If you have any questions or need further information, please email us at humsinternational@manchester.ac.uk.