The University of Manchester
North West, England
How much do University of Manchester graduates earn by subject?
University of Manchester graduates earn a median salary of £34,000 five years after graduation. The highest-paying subject is Computing at £62,400, while Performing arts graduates earn £28,500.
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Salary growth: how do earnings change over time?
Graduate salaries typically grow significantly in the first five years. Subjects like medicine and engineering tend to see steeper growth, while creative fields may start lower but offer non-linear career paths.
| Subject | 15 months | 3 years | 5 years |
|---|---|---|---|
| Computing | £40,000 | £44,000 | £59,000 |
| Medicine and dentistry | £37,000 | £48,500 | £52,500 |
| Economics | £24,000 | £25,500 | £32,000 |
| Engineering | £32,000 | £31,500 | £41,000 |
| Mathematical sciences | £30,000 | £31,000 | £42,000 |
| Architecture, building and planning | £28,000 | £27,000 | £38,000 |
| Business and management | £30,000 | £29,000 | £38,500 |
| Politics | £24,000 | £24,000 | £32,000 |
| Chemistry | £34,000 | £34,000 | £42,500 |
| Biosciences | £26,000 | £27,500 | £34,500 |
| Medical sciences | £28,000 | £29,000 | £33,000 |
| Allied health | £27,000 | £29,000 | £38,000 |
| Languages and area studies | - | £23,000 | £28,500 |
| Education and teaching | £25,000 | £24,500 | £32,000 |
| Psychology | £27,000 | £26,000 | £32,000 |
| Creative arts and design | £26,000 | £21,000 | £29,000 |
| Performing arts | £27,000 | £26,500 | £35,000 |
15-month data from Graduate Outcomes survey. 3-year and 5-year data from LEO (Longitudinal Education Outcomes). Growth is calculated from 15 months to 5 years after graduation.
How competitive is University of Manchester?
In 2024, University of Manchester received 184,995 applications and accepted 19,970 students, giving an acceptance rate of 10.8%.
Source: UCAS End of Cycle Data
How much does it cost for international students?
International undergraduate students pay £25,500 to £55,000 per year in tuition at University of Manchester. Living costs are estimated at £10,500–£14,000 per year.
* Estimates based on 2025/26 fees. Actual costs may vary. View official fees →
What are the employment outcomes at University of Manchester?
85% of University of Manchester graduates are in sustained employment or further study 5 years after graduation. The university offers 27 subjects with median salaries ranging from £28,500 to £62,400. (Satisfaction = NSS teaching score)
| Subject | Employment | Median Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Computing | 84.9% | £62,400 |
| Medicine and dentistry | 91.6% | £53,700 |
| Economics | 89% | £48,200 |
| Engineering | 84.7% | £43,400 |
| Mathematical sciences | 89.3% | £43,100 |
| Physics and astronomy | 84.2% | £42,300 |
| Architecture, building and planning | 92.7% | £40,200 |
| Pharmacology, toxicology and pharmacy | 86.4% | £39,800 |
| Business and management | 86.1% | £39,400 |
| Politics | 85.3% | £38,000 |
| Chemistry | 85.5% | £37,200 |
| Materials and technology | 88.3% | £35,800 |
| Geography, earth and environmental studies | 90.1% | £35,400 |
| Biosciences | 88.2% | £35,000 |
| Medical sciences | 86.1% | £34,700 |
| Philosophy and religious studies | 87.4% | £33,900 |
| Nursing and midwifery | 92.7% | £33,600 |
| Law | 88% | £33,600 |
| Allied health | 89.4% | £33,200 |
| Languages and area studies | 77.8% | £32,100 |
| History and archaeology | 83.3% | £31,800 |
| Sociology, social policy and anthropology | 85.5% | £30,700 |
| English studies | 87% | £30,700 |
| Education and teaching | 90% | £30,500 |
| Psychology | 87.8% | £30,300 |
| Creative arts and design | 80.9% | £30,300 |
| Performing arts | 89.8% | £28,500 |
* Avg. Tariff: Average UCAS tariff points of students who enrolled on this course. This is not the entry requirement — enrolled students often exceed requirements. Always check the official university website for actual entry requirements.
Reference: A*=56, A=48, B=40, C=32 points. Example: AAA = 144 points. Calculate your tariff →
Entry Requirements
Varies significantly. Medicine requires A*AA; some courses accept BBB.
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Highest Earning Subjects
- 1 Computing £62,400
- 2 Medicine and dentistry £53,700
- 3 Economics £48,200
- 4 Engineering £43,400
- 5 Mathematical sciences £43,100
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Graduate earnings from the Longitudinal Education Outcomes (LEO) dataset and Graduate Outcomes survey via Discover Uni 2024/25. Figures show median earnings at 15 months, 3 years, and 5 years after graduation. Continuation rates show the percentage of students who progress in their studies.
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