Leisure and entertainment

You’ll never be short of things to do or places to go while you’re here. You can catch up with friends at the stylish and relaxing Bar Yours, run by the Students’ Union. Sports fans will love the sports bar which features three pool tables, plasma screen TVs showing Sky Sports and a large projection screen for sports matches.

Those who want a quieter option can head to the comfy lounge bar which also offers a galleried area where you can people watch to your hearts content! If you’re looking to email friends, access the internet or even get a bit of studying done in a relaxing environment, you can make use of the wifi access.

Or try Café Yours for a great range food and drinks including halal and vegetarian options - you can relax, surf, read and chat in a comfortable environment.

Out and about in Manchester

Manchester has an internationally renowned music scene and some of the best bars and clubs in the country. There are venues to suit all tastes, styles and trends – and it's all happening 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Mingle with celebrities at Deansgate Locks, see live gigs in the Northern Quarter, chill out at Castlefield, go cheap and cheerful on Oxford Road and party hard in Manchester’s gay village.

Manchester's range of great venues means that you can catch shows from some of the biggest names in the business. If you are into films there is a range of cinemas including the Cornerhouse, an international centre for contemporary visual arts and film.

For fashionistas you can find stores from high street chains to Selfridges, Harvey Nichols and the eclectic Afflecks emporium in the Northern Quarter. Hop on a bus from the University and spend some time in the famous Trafford Centre.

For a range of snow activities all through the year checkout the Chill Factore Manchester's indoor real snow centre.

If you're looking for a unique and exhilarating activity to enjoy in your leisure time, the Manchester Velodrome - home of the National Cycling Centre, Britain's first indoor Olympic cycling track - is the place for you.

If you're a sports fan there are a some great sporting venues to watch some exciting games - Manchester United Football Club, Manchester City Football Club, Lancashire County Cricket Club and Salford City Reds rugby league club.