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Trusts & Foundations

The variety and longevity of support from private trusts and foundations can help MMU to maintain its position as the University for World-Class Professionals, providing the best opportunities and facilities for its students.

In addition, the impact of MMU on the regional economy is approximately £690 million and rising* – which means that there are both direct and indirect benefits to communities and businesses in the North West.

Key Facts about MMU

  • 45% of our courses have links with the community
  • We have the highest concentration of postgraduate taught courses in the North West
  • 70 professional bodies and associations work in partnership with MMU to provide the right kind of courses for private and public sector employers and employees across the region
  • We are one of the largest providers of science, engineering and technology education in the UK
  • The University is one of the largest public sector providers of accountancy training in the North West
  • We are a UK leader in art and design, law, sports science, and the health and social work professions
  • MMU has the largest School of Physiotherapy of its kind in the UK and is a Centre of Excellence for both undergraduate and postgraduate studies in this field
  • We educate a tenth of the UK’s food technologists
  • The University is an international leader in clothing design and technology
  • The Institute of Education is the major provider of initial teacher education and training and continuing professional development in the North West.

For more information about how a foundation or trust can support MMU, please contact Rachel Charnock on 0161 247 3402, email r.charnock@mmu.ac.uk, or write to:

Rachel Charnock
Alumni and Development, Manchester Metropolitan University
Bellhouse Building, Lower Ormond Street
Manchester M15 6BX, UK

* Universities UK, Strathclyde report, 2006 • back up