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.
My Career Journey as a PPE Graduate
Bálint, a PPE graduate, shares his experience at Manchester and how it led him to the Civil Service Fast Stream.
Building a Career in Health Economics: My Graduate Journey
Arushi, a BSc Economics graduate, shares her experience at Manchester and how it led to her current role in health economics.
Fiona Ihde – MSc Environmental Impact Assessment and Management – Alumni Profile
Fiona, a graduate of the University of Manchester’s MSc Environmental Impact Assessment and Management programme, shares her experiences and her current career path.
From Studying Criminology to the Greater Manchester Police: My Career Journey
Criminology graduate Bethany shares how her studies at The University of Manchester led her to joining the Detective Constable Entry Programme (DCEP) with the Greater Manchester Police.
Living in Student Accommodation and the Support from ResLife Teams
Ananya, a current MSc Finance student, chats about her time in UoM accommodation and the support she recieved.
Cristian Diego Perez Chacon – MSc OPSCM 2023 – Alumni Profile
Cristian, an MSc OPSCM graduate, speaks about his time on the course and career path since graduation.
Support with Your Postgraduate Studies: Academic Advisors and Peer Mentors
Ashna, a current MSc International Business and Management student, discusses academic advisors and peer mentors at AMBS.
Support in Student Accommodation: My Experience at Weston Hall
Martina, a current BSc Management student, discusses her experience in university accommodation.
Support with Your Undergraduate Studies: Academic Advisors and Peer Mentors
Zixuan, a current BSc Accounting student. discusses the academic support you receive at AMBS.
How Studying Social Anthropology Led Me to a Career in Community Impact and Public Policy
Hello! My name is Ellie, and I studied BSocSc Social Anthropology at the University of Manchester from September 2022 to July 2025. My current role and how I got here Since graduating last year, I have been working in the charity sector as a Project Worker at...
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