The Faculty of Humanities blog is a place for students, alumni and researchers to share their experiences/stories of studying, working, and teaching within the biggest faculty at The University of Manchester.
We hope that through these blog posts, prospective students will get a flavour for what life is like as a student within The Faculty of Humanities and that our alumni will inspire you to reach your goals.
Academics are on hand too, offering a simplified look at the ground-breaking research that’s currently taking place here as well as providing key information on our wide range of courses, from Archaeology to Politics and beyond.

Outside the Lecture Hall – What We Get Up to in MUGS
Serena, a second year BSc Geography student writes about how Manchester University Geography Society (MUGS) is essential for the Undergraduate Geography experience here at The University of Manchester!

Outside the Lecture Hall – SEED Life Outside Study
Kira, a current Undergraduate Geography student, explains what extracurricular activities are on offer at SEED!

What we get up to in Tree Musketeers – A Green Community in Action
Final year BSc Environmental Management student Ademipo relays what Tree Musketeers have been up to this academic year.

Why I Chose to Study BA Classics at The University of Manchester
Cordelia explains what they love about studying Classics at Manchester, from the supportive department to the wide range of modules on offer.

My First Year Studying BA Cultural, Creative and Media Industries at The University of Manchester
Yuelin discusses their first year studying Cultural, Creative and Media Industries and why it was the perfect course to choose.

From Corporate to Campus: the transition to PhD
Anuradha discusses the change between corporate life in HR and the day-to-day of PhD research at The University of Manchester.

Interview with Dr. Luis Martinez on Maternal Health, Gestational Diabetes, and Global Equity
This year, the World Health Organization is spotlighting urgent issues in maternal and new-born care with the 2025 World Health Day theme, Healthy Beginnings, Hopeful Futures. The campaign launches a year-long global call to action, urging leaders to end preventable...

Rahul’s Research: Forecasting Indian Migratory Behaviour (PhD Social Statistics)
Rahul discusses his journey to Manchester and his Social Statistics research on migration and quantitive methods in the Cathie Marsh research institute.

Sustainable Heritage Tourism: Balancing preservation and economic growth
Cultural and heritage tourism, when managed well, can drive local economic growth and promote sustainable urban and rural development while protecting landmarks and traditions for future generations. However, achieving this balance requires careful planning and...

What to Expect When Studying BSc Business Accounting at Manchester
In this blog, Abi gives an insight into what to expect when studying BSc Business Accounting at The University of Manchester.