University Academy 92
Upcoming Intake
Nov 2024
Tution Fee
Starts from 14,450 GBP
English Requirement
IELTS, TOEFL
Rated TEF Silver
Highlights
University Academy 92 is a higher education institution in Old Trafford, Greater Manchester. The academy has focused on the personal development of students via individual mentoring and a person-centered, flexible learning approach. Gary Neville co-founded UA92 in 2017 along with his ‘class of 92’ former team members and Lancaster University to help people who might not otherwise attend a traditional university get an education and become more employable.
The academy opened in 2019 and presently has 100,000 students enrolled, with a quarter representing international students from different countries.
The UA92 prides itself on being a digital campus for 21st-century learning. Students are encouraged to collaborate via Microsoft Teams, whether by planning social events or contacting their tutors. Microsoft is one of UA92's industry partners, and they have space in the building.
The university has partnered with several reputable accommodation providers in the city to provide students with appropriate housing near the academy. Manchester Apartments is the primary private accommodation provider affiliated with UA92 and offers fully furnished one-bed or studio apartments with full WiFi, laundry facilities, and an en-suite bathroom and kitchen. Uniquely, these amenities are not shared with other students, and all come included in the price.
There are five different types of rooms available at Academy Apartments that are discounted to UA92 students. All apartments are located nearby in Old Trafford. Additionally, the university offers guidance to students so they can find suitable accommodation.
The UA92 Global Team is a dedicated group of staff who offer advice to international students on a range of topics as they believe higher education should be accessible to all. The university provides students access to various support services, including mental health and wellbeing services, academic support, and career guidance.
The campus is located in the vibrant city of Manchester, known for its rich cultural scene and lively nightlife. Students feel like they are a part of a community at UA92 due to how focused the academy is on their development academically and personally.
The flexible digital lab is available for student use, and the academy sometimes loans laptops.
Campuses
UA92 is located in Old Trafford, the home of the legendary football club Manchester United. There is plenty to do in the city, from visiting the National Football Museum to Manchester Art Gallery, having your photo taken outside Salford Lads Club to pay homage to Mancunian band The Smiths to going on a pub crawl in the bustling Northern Quarter. Manchester's nightlife is well-known, and many students are in the area, so UA92 students feel connected to a hub of activity.
FAQs
The student-to-faculty ratio at UA92 varies by course, but the university aims to keep class sizes small to ensure students receive personalized attention from their instructors.
Student life at UA92 is vibrant and diverse, with many opportunities for students to get involved in clubs, societies, and events organized by the student union.
UA92 provides students a range of support services, including academic support, career guidance, mental health and wellbeing services, and disability support.
