Futureproof Your Planet
Learn for the future, live for the planet
The University of Manchester is leading the way we build and sustain our planet, putting us right at the forefront of innovation in science, engineering, and fashion.
Connect with the minds shaping tomorrow's sustainable world. Embrace a new way of learning with our online bite-sized, impactful talks that fit seamlessly into your schedule.
We're ranked number one in the UK and Europe
For our environmental, social and governance impact, we're ranked number one in the UK and Europe, and third in the world, in the QS World University Sustainability Rankings,
The UK’s most sustainable University
We are the only institution in the world to rank in the top ten for social and environmental impact in every year of the Times Higher Education Impact Rankings for six years running.
25 Nobel Prize winners
Amongst our current and former staff and students, including for the discovery of graphene which has numerous sustainability applications.
Ignite change
The world is changing, and when you study at Manchester you are right at the forefront of preparing for that change.
In this exclusive online masterclass series, our lecturers share with you just how they are contributing to tackling these challenges.
Wherever you are, and whatever stage of your education, you're invited!
Our sustainability masterclass series
Embrace a new way of learning with our bite-sized, impactful online talks that fit seamlessly into your schedule.
This series is designed to offer insights into our sustainability-focused subjects and are perfect for showcasing in your UCAS personal statement.
Join the sustainability series and receive a certificate from The University of Manchester.
Water Under Pressure How climate change is reshaping our water systems
Monday 16 September, 17:30 (BST)
Civil Engineering
Beyond Bans Rethinking plastics for a sustainable future
Thursday 19 September, 17:30 (BST)
Materials Science and Engineering
Rocks to Resources Sustainable use of critical metals
Monday 23 September, 17:30 (BST)
Earth and Environmental Science
Physics for a Greener Planet Innovations in sustainability and big science
Thursday 26 September, 17:30 (BST)
Physics
From Leaf to Lab Photochemistry gives the green light to sustainable chemical synthesis
Monday 30 September, 17:30 (BST)
Chemistry
Brightening Fashion’s Future From modern slavery to sustainable practices
Thursday 3 October, 17:30 (BST)
Fashion, Business and Technology
The UK’s Net Zero Energy Transformation From smart grids to robots
Monday 7 October, 17:30 (BST)
Electrical, Electronic and Mechatronic Engineering
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