Manchester Metropolitan University has joined with Navitas to create a new international college in the heart of Manchester.
The Manchester Metropolitan University International College will offer Foundation, International Year One and Pre-Masters pathway programmes to undergraduate and postgraduate students across various subjects.
The programmes will prepare students for progression onto degree programmes at Manchester Metropolitan and future success in their chosen field. The new international college will welcome its first intake of students in September 2025.
Professor Malcolm Press CBE, Vice-Chancellor, Manchester Metropolitan University, said: “We are delighted to be partnering with Navitas to deliver the Manchester Metropolitan University International College, which is an exciting part of our future strategy. International students add significantly to the vibrancy of our University, bringing greater diversity and talent and enhancing the experience of all our students and staff. We are a university that is recognised for providing an outstanding student experience, being rated Gold in the Teaching Excellence Framework and top 15 in England in the National Student Survey.”
Paul Lovegrove, Chief Executive Officer of Navitas University Partnerships Europe, said he is excited about the prospect of jointly launching a college and welcoming many new international students over the coming years to study with one of the largest universities in the UK in such a vibrant, global city.
“We are excited to be working with Manchester Metropolitan University, supporting their strategic goals and international ambitions with our global resources, experience, and capabilities,” said Paul.
“Manchester is a superb place to be an international student, and Manchester Metropolitan offers an exceptional study opportunity for our students. As we celebrate our 30th Anniversary, Navitas is excited about the future and continuing to provide the very best educational experience for students who join our international colleges. Our partnership with Manchester Metropolitan University is a shining example of that commitment.”
Through this new partnership, Manchester Metropolitan University and Navitas will support students in earning a degree that prepares them for future employment and success and encourages and empowers them to have a positive impact on the world.
Manchester Metropolitan University becomes Navitas’ 11th partnership providing pathways in the UK behind Anglia Ruskin University, Birmingham City University, Brunel University, University of Hertfordshire, University of Portsmouth, Robert Gordon University, Keele University, Swansea University, Lancaster University, and the University of Plymouth.
The Koala wishes the partnership well.
Image: Paul Lovegrove, Chief Executive Officer, Navitas University Partnerships Europe, with Professor Malcolm Press CBE, Vice-Chancellor, Manchester Metropolitan University
