Manchester
What the city has to offer
A cosmopolitan city with a thriving nightlife, bustling social scene and a student population of over 60,000.
- one of the largest legal and commercial centres in the country
- world-class museums including the interactive Urbis centre, galleries such as The Lowry, theatres including the Bridgewater Hall, home to the world famous Hallé Orchestra and music venues
- one of the best shopping cities in the country, with the imposing Arndale and Trafford Centres, clusters of boutiques and designer stores including Harvey Nichols and Selfridges
- an endless array of bars, pubs and clubs, from the traditional to the trendy all go to make up Manchester world renowned clubbing and music scene
- a choice of Manchester City or United for football, test and county cricket at Old Trafford, local teams in both rugby league and rugby union, and the popular Manchester Phoenix ice hockey team
- since hosting the Commonwealth Games in 2002 Manchester has world-class sporting facilities all around the city
- the scenic Peak District is within easy reach for outdoor pursuits or just leisurely visits
Legal market
Manchester is one of the largest legal and commercial centres in the country with law firms and legal employers that are key players in the legal services market. Whether you are interested in corporate and commercial work, clinical negligence or criminal law, you will have an opportunity to train in firms with leading national and international reputations.
There is a true sense of community amongst the local professions and the ties and connections you form at law school can be maintained and strengthened by a membership of organisations such as the highly successful local Trainee Solicitors and Young Solicitor Groups as well as the BPP Alumni.