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British Guardianship at The University of Manchester
Nominated Guardian for The University of Manchester. University guardianship programme for international students.
Are you looking for a Nominated Guardian for The University of Manchester? International students under the age of 18 are required to have an Accredited UK Guardianship in place when enrolling at a UK university. Once your application is accepted and you are enrolled at The University of Manchester, British Guardianship can provide a fully accredited university guardianship service, including a dedicated local coordinator who can visit your child, attend parents' evenings on your behalf, maintain regular contact throughout your guardianship programme, and assist with any additional requests you may have.
Guardianship Fees
Our UK university guardianship services for The University of Manchester start from £250 per term.
Dedicated Guardianship Manager
As soon as your application is received, a dedicated member of our guardianship team becomes your main contact, managing every aspect of your nominated guardian arrangements.
Our Services
UK University Guardianship
An accredited nominated guardian for international students who start at The University of Manchester before turning 18. Your child has a dedicated local coordinator and 24-hour emergency support, and you receive regular updates until your child turns 18. Prices from £250 per term.
Learn More →University Overview
The University of Manchester is a large public research university and a founding member of the Russell Group. Its origins date back to 1824, and the present institution was formed in 2004 through the merger of the Victoria University of Manchester and UMIST, creating one of the largest single-site universities in the UK. It has more than 44,000 students.
The main campus runs along the Oxford Road corridor, close to Manchester city centre, and brings together academic buildings, libraries, the Whitworth art gallery and the Manchester Museum. Teaching and research are organised across three faculties: Biology, Medicine and Health; Science and Engineering; and Humanities, which includes the Alliance Manchester Business School. The university has a strong global reputation for research, with a long association with Nobel laureates and landmark discoveries, including the first isolation of graphene. It is particularly well regarded in engineering, materials science, physics, computer science, business and the life sciences, and it works closely with industry and the wider city region.
Information for International Students
The University of Manchester has one of the largest international student communities in the UK, with around 14,500 of its students coming from outside the EU. A dedicated Student Immigration Team advises on the Student visa and Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies (CAS), and on related immigration matters during the degree. Eligible graduates may also apply for the UK Graduate Route.
The typical English language requirement for most undergraduate courses is IELTS 6.5 overall, with 6.5 in writing and no other component below 6.0, although requirements vary by programme. The University Centre for Academic English, based on campus, offers pre-sessional courses of 4, 6 and 10 weeks for offer holders who need to meet their language conditions, as well as a longer English for Academic Purposes programme.
For students who do not meet direct entry requirements, the university offers integrated foundation years in science and engineering subjects. First-year international students who come to Manchester alone, pay international fees and apply for accommodation by 31 August are guaranteed a place in university accommodation, with the guarantee continuing for later years if they reapply by the February deadline.
Intake Information
Intake information is provided as a general guide. Start dates vary between universities and courses, and not every course is offered at every intake. Please follow the UCAS deadlines for undergraduate applications and check the latest dates on the official The University of Manchester website.
Frequently Asked Questions
UK universities typically require international students who are under 18 when they enrol to have a UK-based nominated guardian in place. The guardian acts on behalf of the parents while the student is a minor, serving as the university's point of contact in an emergency, supporting the student's welfare and providing a trusted adult close by. British Guardianship provides this as a fully accredited university guardianship service.
We have guardians available and ready to be assigned. The overall timeframe depends on how quickly the required paperwork is completed and communication with The University of Manchester is finalised. As every case is different, timelines can vary, but we aim to make the process as smooth and efficient as possible.
Our UK university guardianship services for The University of Manchester start from £250 per term. We also offer premium and bespoke packages, and with our flexible guardianship services you only pay for the services you need. Full details are on our guardianship fees page.
No. Once your child turns 18, the nominated guardian requirement no longer applies and guardianship services are no longer needed. This is why our university guardianship is priced per term, so you only pay until your child's 18th birthday.
A UK student guardian must be a responsible adult, usually aged 25 or over, who lives permanently in the UK, speaks fluent English and is close enough to respond quickly in an emergency. The guardian must be contactable 24 hours a day, act as the university's emergency contact until the student turns 18, and hold an Enhanced DBS check where they or their household host the student. The University of Manchester may also ask for the guardian's details at enrolment and set additional requirements of its own. As an AEGIS-accredited guardianship provider, British Guardianship meets these requirements on your behalf, with vetted guardians, Enhanced DBS checked host families and 24-hour emergency support.
Disclaimer: Logo, images and videos are shown courtesy of The University of Manchester and remain the property of their respective owners. British Guardianship is an independent AEGIS-accredited guardianship provider and is not affiliated with or endorsed by The University of Manchester. University information is provided as a general guide; please refer to the official The University of Manchester website for the latest university information and details.
