University Of Manchester Students' Union
Also known as: Umsu
University of Manchester Students' Union is a students' union within the meaning of the Education Act 1994, devoted to the educational interests and welfare of its Members.
Activities & Mission
University of Manchester Students' Union is a students' union within the meaning of the Education Act 1994, devoted to the educational interests and welfare of its Members.
Areas of Operation
Where this charity is registered to operate, as self-declared to the Charity Commission. These are regulatory classifications, not a list of active programmes, and don't necessarily indicate fundraising activity in each location.
Local Authority
Financial Information
Financial Efficiency
Higher than 6% of UK Education charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 2063). How is this calculated?
Higher than 3% of UK Education charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 2% of UK Education charities with income £1M to £10M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
Latest Financial Breakdown
Income Sources
Expenditure Categories
Financial Trend
Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2024.
One or more years show a significant change in income (over ±100%) compared with the prior year. This usually reflects a merger, transfer of activities, restated accounts, or a one-off legacy — not necessarily a real change in operating scale. See the methodology for context.
The Commission record shows this related event on the register:
- Asset transfer in in 2025 — University of Manchester International Society (organisation 521248)
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | £8,741,427 | £8,677,193 | £3,679,605 | £5,034,125 | £1,504,476 | 93 / 0 |
| 2023 | £7,774,502 | £7,704,517 | £2,628,348 | £4,819,344 | £4,819,344 | 85 / 0 |
| 2022 | £14,122,416 | £6,886,002 | £2,333,812 | £4,749,345 | £939,216 | 110 / 0 |
| 2021 | £3,987,106 | £3,879,207 | £2,089,688 | -£2,487,069 | £1,143,319 | 72 / 0 |
| 2020 | £6,247,926 | £8,445,873 | £2,486,954 | -£2,930,993 | £762,840 | 85 / 0 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about University Of Manchester Students' Union
What does University Of Manchester Students' Union do?
University of Manchester Students' Union is a students' union within the meaning of the Education Act 1994, devoted to the educational interests and welfare of its Members.
How much income did University Of Manchester Students' Union report in 2024?
University Of Manchester Students' Union reported total income of £8.74m and reported expenditure of £8.68m for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is University Of Manchester Students' Union?
University Of Manchester Students' Union has a program ratio of 42.1%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 6% of UK Education charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 2063 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was University Of Manchester Students' Union registered as a charity?
University Of Manchester Students' Union was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 5 October 2011 as charity number 1144146. It has been registered for 15 years.
Who runs University Of Manchester Students' Union?
University Of Manchester Students' Union is governed by a board of 13 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does University Of Manchester Students' Union operate?
University Of Manchester Students' Union operates in Manchester City, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is University Of Manchester Students' Union a registered charity?
Yes — University Of Manchester Students' Union is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1144146.
Details
STUDENTS' UNION
OXFORD ROAD
MANCHESTER
M13 9PR
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Also Known As
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Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 14 May 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated