University of Manchester for Nigerian Students
Entry Requirements by Level
Academic Requirements
Foundation Year required via INTO Manchester (£19,000/year). WAEC/NECO accepted as O-level equivalent. UCAS equal consideration deadline. Medicine deadline October 15.
English Language
IELTS: 6.5+ overall, 5.5+ per component. TOEFL iBT and PTE Academic also accepted — contact admissions for equivalencies.
Fees & Deadline
Annual tuition: £22,000–£34,000. Application deadline: January 29.
Academic Requirements
Minimum GPA: 3.5/5 (2:1 UK equivalent). Bachelor's degree in a relevant field required. Some competitive programmes (MBA, Computer Science) close January–February. Apply early.
English Language
IELTS: 6.5+ overall, 6+ per component. TOEFL iBT and PTE Academic also accepted — contact admissions for equivalencies.
Fees & Deadline
Annual tuition: £24,000–£34,000. Application deadline: Rolling — apply by March for September entry. Decision time: 4–8 weeks.
Academic Requirements
Minimum GPA: 4/5 (First Class or strong 2:1). Master's degree required (or Bachelor's with First Class Honours for some programmes). Fully funded positions available. Contact potential supervisors directly before applying.
Specific Requirements
Research proposal required. Identify and contact a potential supervisor before applying. References from two academic supervisors.
Deadline
Rolling — varies by supervisor/project
Documents Required
Available Scholarships
Chevening Scholarship
by UK Government · Masters
Learn more →Commonwealth Shared Scholarship
by Commonwealth Scholarship Commission · Masters
Learn more →Manchester Global Futures Scholarship
by University of Manchester · Masters
Learn more →Frequently Asked Questions
Does University of Manchester accept WAEC?
Yes — WAEC/NECO is accepted as an O-level equivalent (you need 5 credits including English and Maths). However, WAEC alone is not enough for Year 1 undergraduate entry. You'll need to complete a Foundation Year (via INTO Manchester) first.
What GPA do I need for Masters at Manchester?
A minimum CGPA of 3.5/5.0 is required, which is equivalent to a UK 2:1 (Upper Second Class Honours). Some competitive programmes require higher — check your specific programme.
Are there scholarships for Nigerian students at Manchester?
Yes — Chevening and Commonwealth scholarships are the main fully-funded routes. Manchester also offers its own partial scholarships. NNPC nominees can apply to study at Manchester.
How long does it take to get admission from Nigeria?
Masters applications typically receive a decision within 4–8 weeks. Undergraduate decisions via UCAS can take 4–6 weeks after the January deadline.
Tips for Applying to Manchester
Manchester is one of the most popular UK universities among Nigerian students, and for good reason — it has over 27 Nobel laureates and strong global employer recognition. The key thing to know: WAEC is accepted, but you'll need a Foundation Year for undergraduate entry. For Masters, 3.5/5.0 GPA is the benchmark. Apply early — competitive programmes close as early as January.
Official source: University of Manchester ↗Plan Your United Kingdom Student Visa
Check visa requirements, documents and costs for Nigerian passport holders applying to United Kingdom.
Cost of Living in Manchester
University halls or private rent. Fallowfield and Rusholme are popular student areas.
Cooking at home is cheapest. Aldi, Lidl, and local markets offer best value.
Student bus pass available. Manchester has an extensive tram network.