Welcome to the Greater Manchester

Civic University Agreement

Welcome to the Greater Manchester

Civic University Agreement

Greater Manchester’s Universities are a vital part of everyday life in our city-region, from training the professionals who care for our communities to backing local businesses with research and innovation, and opening doors for people of all backgrounds.

Through the Greater Manchester Civic University Agreement, our five universities are committed to combining our unique strengths and working side by side with the Greater Manchester Combined Authority, our ten local authorities, and our communities to help build a fairer, greener, healthier and more prosperous Greater Manchester for all.

Our Civic University Agreement

Our shared priorities

Through the Greater Manchester Civic University Agreement, we are focusing on four shared priorities – where we can make the biggest difference by working together to combine our strengths:

Explore Our Priorities

OPPORTUNITY & PROSPERITY

HEALTH & WELLBEING

CULTURE

ENVIRONMENT

Our Members

Our five universities are at the heart of Greater Manchester — educating over 100,000 students each year, supporting local employment, driving innovation, and working with the NHS, businesses and councils to strengthen communities and the economy. Together, our universities contribute around £6 billion each year to the region’s economy.

Latest News

  • Greater Manchester Civic University Board Pays Tribute to Baroness Helen Newlove

    13 November 2025

  • Greater Manchester Students unite for second Green Careers Mission

    11 November 2025

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    Greater Manchester’s Universities Launch Refreshed Civic Mission

    22 October 2025