Alan Turing (1912-1954) was a mathematician, computer scientist and codebreaker whose work at the British Intelligence Service was instrumental in breaking the German Enigma machine and curtailing WWII. Despite the contributions to his country and the mathematics community, Turing was ultimately criminalised for his sexuality, with homosexuality remaining illegal until 1967, 13 years after his […]

The journey to university can be a whirlwind of emotions for both students, parents and  supporters. As results day approaches, the possibility of using Clearing to secure a place at a prestigious Russell Group university may seem daunting, however, Clearing can be a valuable opportunity, not a last resort.   Attending a Russell Group university is […]

In essence, Clearing is about choice. It’s an opportunity for students to:   At the University of Manchester, Clearing isn’t just about filling vacancies; it’s about opening doors to new possibilities.   But how does Clearing work? It’s simple! Once A-level results are out (on Thursday 15th August 2024) and you are considering Clearing, you can check […]

Let’s be honest, conversations on climate change can sometimes feel like information overload. The doom and gloom can be scary, confusing, and not to mention unproductive. Without science-backed facts and a sense of unity, it can all leave us feeling rather lost within the noise, right? Chuck in some ‘greenwashing’ and suddenly it’s impossible to […]

Believe it or not, we’re now a quarter of the way through the new year. Winter has come to a close, Spring is slowly emerging, and daylight savings brought us an extra hour of daylight (or one less in bed, whichever way you see it).   Over the long Bank Holiday weekend, we’ve been reflecting on […]