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 need to budget for living costs, such as food, private travel and personal expenses, as these are not included.
You are required to arrange your own travel to Manchester and health insurance before arriving in Manchester.
Tuition fees
- £1,000 - General registration
- £850 - Registration for students at Special Relationship Partner institutions*
*The University of Manchester’s Special Relationship Partners are Morehouse College, Spelman College, Vassar College, and Xavier University.
Register your interest in the summer school via this link.
You will receive information about payment and next steps following registration. Payment will be required to confirm your place on the summer school.
If you have any questions regarding the programme, please email the summer school team at humsinternational@manchester.ac.uk.
Further information
We are here to help. If you have any questions or need further information, please email us at humsinternational@manchester.ac.uk.