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University of Manchester is a private, co-ed non profitable institution. It is ranked 36 out of 500 in Global Ranking. University of Sheffield is ranked in the top 100 global universities by QS.
| The University of Manchester | University of Sheffield | |
|---|---|---|
| Collegedunia Score | 6.5 Out of 10 | 6 Out of 10 |
| ranking (overall) | # 34 QS World University 2025 # 14 QS World University 2024 # 32 QS World University 2024 | # 105 QS World University 2025 # 101 QS World University 2024 # 104 QS World University 2024 |
| Subject Strength | # 27 for Engineering by QS World University 2024 # 30 for Medicine by QS World University 2024 # 57 for Law by QS World University 2024 | # 94 for Engineering by Times Higher Education 2024 # 113 for Medicine by QS World University 2024 # 151 for Law by QS World University 2024 |
| Programs | UG Programs -144 PG Programs -126 Doctorate Programs -6 | UG Programs -60 PG Programs -57 |
| Acceptance Rate | 70.6 % | 85.6 % |
| Exam Score | GMAT-650 GRE-330 IELTS-6.5 PTE-59 SAT-1090 TOEFL-90 | GMAT-550 GRE-306 IELTS-6 PTE-61 TOEFL-88 |
| Cost to Study | Average Tuition Fees 31680 [For UG Program] Average Tuition Fees 32250 [For PG Program] Hostel + Meal - 15940 Per Year | Average Tuition Fees 30875 [For UG Program] Average Tuition Fees 29700 [For PG Program] Hostel + Meal - 24545 Per Year |
| placement (average package) | The University of Manchester is one of the top public universities in Manchester, United Kingdom. It is ranked #28 in QS World University Rankings 2023.
| Graduate employability ranks: #121-130 |
| application requirements | Indian students applying for bachelors must have at least 80%, PG aspirants must have a first-class degree. | 2 reference letters; CV; Supporting statement of 300-500 words |
| Campuses and B-Schools | Alliance Manchester Business School | Sheffield University Management School |
| CollegeDunia Reviews | 7.8/10 Read 25 reviews | 7.8/10 Read 9 reviews |
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| General Facts | The University of Manchester | University of Sheffield |
|---|---|---|
| Type of University | University | University |
| Established | 1824 | 1905 |
| Student:Faculty Ratio | 14:1 | 15:1 |
| Male:Female | 47% Male, 53% Female | 46% Male, 54% Female |
| Location Facts | The university is located on the south side of city center, mainly on the Oxford road area and Sackville Street area. The Oxford Road campus is located close to city center and curry mile. | Two campus areas: Western Bank (main) and St George’s. The main campus is located in the heart of city, surrounded by many green spaces gardens, parks and woodland area. |
| Library | University library has 4 million titles, 41,000 electronic journals; 500,000 e-books. It is one of the five national research libraries. | According 2017-18 annual report: 1.1 million collections; 3.2 million visits; 3,532 study spaces; 5.6 million digital library searches; 12.1 million digital downloads; 216,000 books loaned |
| Campus Life | The campus has its own museums, art galleries, theatres, a music venue- Manchester academy, and much more. Over 400 student clubs and societies are offered by the largest student union of the UK at the University of Manchester. Jodrell Bank Discovery Center is utilized for conducting exhibitions, and activities engaging physics, astronomy, etc. From freshly brewed coffee to pizza’s all kinds of shops are available on-campus. | Student’s Union has 350 clubs and societies; bars, cafe, and restaurants; box office for tickets to concerts and performances; events; student council; support services. The university also offers opportunities to indulge in volunteering, DJing, Dancing, Sports, involving in faith groups, Faishon, and Film making. |
| Hostel | #Board and Room --Undergraduate - $7360 #Board and Room --Postgraduate - $8580 | #Rooms - Shared Bathroom - $4200 #Rooms - En-Suite+ - $7879 #Rooms - Delux+ - $8473 |
| Famous Alumni | Benedict Cumberbatch (actor), Andre Geim (physicist), Ben Alton (comedian), James Chadwick (physicist), Toby Jones (actor), Meera Sayal (comedian), Arthur Eddington (astronomer), Liam Byrne (MP in UK Parliament), Nick Brown (MP in UK Parliament), etc. | David Childs (former Managing Partner of Clifford Chance); Lindsay Ashford (author); Hilary Mantel (two times Booker Prize winner); Glenn Moore (comedian); Any Johnson (pilot); Helen Sharman (first British astronaut); Sir Donald Bailey (inventor of the Bailey Bridge), Lord Florey (Nobel Prize laureate), Sir Hans Krebs (Nobel Prize laureate), etc. |
| City Life | Manchester is recognized as UK’s most liveable and popular city. The city offers live, classical music performances and a buzzing social scene with various pubs and discos catering to audiences with different musical interests. Sports activities in the city are taken seriously, from football teams like Manchester United to Lancashire Cricket Club, every sport is encouraged. Shop around at Trafford Center, Northern Quarter, Harvey Nichols, and Selfridges. The unemployment rate of the city is around 5%. | Sheffield is known as the “steel city”; home to the world’s oldest football club: Sheffield FC; has the largest theatre complex of the UK. It is not only the 4th largest city in England but also one of the safest cities. The city is also known for having the cost of living 10% lower than the national average. The unemployment rate of the city is 4.2% |
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