Manchester is going places. Its renaissance is hallmarked by a rising international profile and population – quite simply it’s the fastest growing city in the UK.

Internationally renowned as the birthplace of the Industrial Revolution and the computer, The University of Manchester is today pioneering the development of graphene – a ‘miracle material’ that is set to revolutionize the 21st Century. The city’s dynamic knowledge-based industries benefit from the innovation and research resources of four Universities, while Manchester also boasts the largest financial, professional and legal services sector outside of London.

Media City and the presence of the BBC and ITV reinforce Manchester as a creative hub, while it is also celebrated in the football world as home to United and City – names that resonate globally. And Manchester has the connections to justify its standing with an airport serving 200 destinations worldwide.