University of Manchester and KDU College

London has decided to give up the job of capital and go into quiet retirement. When everyone north of Leicester is done cheering, England looks around for a substitute and after some consideration the nation turns to... Sorry Birmingham, but it can be only Manchester, the uncrowned capital of the north and a city embracing change like few others in Europe.

Manchester knows all about improbable scenarios and has never shied away from responsibility. After all, this was the city that gave birth to capitalism and the Industrial Revolution, so what’s a little self-inflating urban redesign to a burgh that knows a thing or two about altering the history of the world?

Highlights
Manchester Central Library
The Central Library is one of Manchester's most famous and best loved landmarks. For generations of Manchester residents and students, it has been not only the place to study but also somewhere to meet friends. It is open to all.

The Lowry gallery
The Lowry houses two main theatres and studio space for performing arts (1,730, 466 and 180 seats respectively) presenting a full range of drama, opera, ballet, dance, musicals, children's shows, popular music, jazz, folk and comedy and gallery spaces (1,610 metres of floor space); showing the works of LS Lowry alongside contemporary exhibitions.

University of Manchester
University of Manchester is a prestigious university that was involved in splitting the atom as well as creating the modern computer. It is the largest campus in the United Kingdom and is known as "Britain's #1 Student City." Whether you are going to tour the beautiful campus or you enroll in the esteemed classes, the University will not disappoint.

University of Manchester

University Place

My Friend, Annabelle

The John Rylands University Library

Old Trafford
Old Trafford is home to Manchester United, who is one of the best teams in the world. The stadium has a massive capacity of roughly 76,000 and is one of the biggest stadiums in the world! Old Trafford is nicknamed the "Theatre of Dreams" and is a brilliant stadium. The atmosphere is amazing and when a goal is scored you see a sea of red of all ages jumping up and down in joy. Most of the fans sing songs and football chants and if everyone is shouting the noise is phenomenal.

Exchange Square
The IRA bombing in 1996 ruined the City Center. Its redevelopment has created a large, impressive shopping area. Dozens of shops, such as the largest Marks & Spencer in Europe, combine with the comfortable open space of the Square, making it the perfect setting for the avid shopper. A new entrance to the Manchester Arndale Centre and the upscale Triangle are all found in or around Exchange Square.


Best Way To Get Around:
Metrolink Rapid Transit
Manchester has an excellent integrated transport network, which includes the Metrolink tram system which services Manchester airport, the city centre and the local boroughs. The trams are fast and efficient.

Buses
The Metroshuttle City Centre Buses are free and run on two circular routes, which include all major rail stations, bus stops and Metrolink stops.

Cycling
Manchester also has a system of cycling paths, although these can be a bit risky during times of heavy traffic.

Life @ Manchester
I'm sure you're excited with all these offerings by now? Imagine...Studying at a top university, watching the Red Devils play at Old Trafford, hanging out with the greats like Ryan Giggs and Cristiano Ronaldo, watching gigs from popular bands such as OASIS, TAKE THAT and SIMPLY RED. Now your dreams can become a reality when you register as a student of KDU College's twinning programme with University of Manchester.

KDU-University of Manchester (1+2) B.A. (Hons) Economics

This twinning programme is offered by the School of Arts and Social Sciences (SASS) of KDU College. This twinning route gives its students an opportunity to be part of the outstanding community that belongs to University of Manchester, UK. The university holds a long standing reputation for producing some of the world's finest graduates. So, you too can be part of the success story as a student of University of Manchester. The students will finish their first year in KDU College while completing the remaining 2 years of the programme in Manchester, UK.

Majors available: Accounting, Accounting & Finance, Business Studies, Economics, Economics & Social History, Development Studies, Social Anthropology, Sociology and Social Studies.

Please click here... for more information on this twinning programme or other Business programmes offered by KDU College

You may also contact KDU College programme counsellor, Mr. Lita Tan at 03-7728 8123 Ext. 633 or E-mail: best@kdu.edu.my

About The Author:
The author is an avid backpacker and has traveled to 120 cities and 50 countries. He enjoys meeting new people and learning new cultures. He writes destination reviews on his blog at http://www.davidtann.net