Accommodation
Manchester is an exciting, multicultural city, known as the ‘Capital of the North’. Greater Manchester has the largest number of theatres, museums and music venues outside of London. It is also well known for its sporting facilities, including world-class football, basketball, cycling, and tennis. Manchester is an excellent place for shopping and socialising in the North. There is a huge and exciting variety of clubs, cafes, restaurants, shopping centres and markets. Outside of Manchester, the Lake District, Yorkshire Dales, Derbyshire, and Cheshire attract thousands of visitors and are easily reached by bus, train, car or tram. Helping you to succeed in your studies is the college’s main aim, but we also aim to offer you opportunities to explore the city and the country.
For full listings of student accommodation available in Manchester and Greater Manchester, including area guides, advice and your rights, go to:
Aged 16-18 and coming to Manchester?
Unaccompanied 16-18 learners (including EU/EEA Nationals)
If you are coming to study at the college alone (unaccompanied by a parent or guardian), there is a policy in place to keep you safe. There are certain conditions that we'll ask you to meet if you are planning to come to Manchester by yourself.
These include having your parent / nominated guardian:
- Arrange appropriate accommodation for you, before you arrive
- Make arrangements to ensure you will be safe and well and have access to the money you need. This is usually done by arranging for an adult to take responsibility for you while you're living in Manchester (this is known as a nominated person).
For useful information about accommodation and living in Manchester, see:
Email gaws@themanchestercollege.ac.uk for more information or call the main college number - 0800 068 8585.
Are you homeless or about to be made homeless?
If you are homeless or are about to be made homeless, contact the Guidance and Welfare Service at gaws@themanchestercollege.ac.uk.
International students (not including EU/EEA)
We can help international students to find a range of accommodation, including 'home stays' with local homeowners, shared student accommodation and private halls of residence.
Please see our how to apply section for further information about applying for assistance with accommodation.