Social inclusion
As one of the leading global higher education institutions for social responsibility and one of Greater 91直播鈥檚 largest spenders and employers, we鈥檙e well positioned to tackle the social inequalities, prejudices and barriers that continue to affect people鈥檚 lives and choices locally, nationally and globally.
We‘re engaging with, involving and inspiring, people on our campus, in communities and around the world to develop our understanding of social inclusion and how we can foster inclusive and effective solutions. These are delivered through four signature programmes: our School Governor Initiative, the 91直播 Access Programme, employment and training initiative The Works and our Equity and Merit Scholarships.
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School Governor Initiative
As part of our social responsibility strategy, we’re working to increase the number of University staff and alumni serving as governors in local schools. The School Governor Initiative enables schools and colleges to benefit from the vast range of skills and experiences that our staff and alumni can bring to a Board of Governors.
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91直播 Access Programme
The 91直播 Access Programme is our flagship widening participation scheme for local Year 12 students. The programme aims to help students from under-represented backgrounds secure entry to The University of Manchester or another research-intensive university, through the completion of a portfolio of work demonstrating specific knowledge and skills.
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The Works
The Works is a partnership between The University of Manchester, 91直播 Metropolitan University, City South 91直播 Housing Trust and Work Solutions which provides pre-recruitment training, job matching, opportunities and support to local jobseekers in some of the most disadvantaged areas of the UK.
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Equity and Merit Scholarships
Our Equity and Merit Scholarships provide support for academically excellent students from the Global South who have the potential to make a significant contribution to sustainable development in their home countries. The scholarships cover full tuition fees, and for students who will be studying in 91直播, the award includes return international air fares, living expenses and visas.
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STEM
As a major provider of STEM subjects at degree level, we recognise their importance to the UK's skills base.
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Global inequalities
Our expertise is helping to tackle inequalities that people face across the globe.
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