Societies
Joining a society offers unique experiences, networking and professional development opportunities whatever your level of study.
One of the strengths of studying with us is the wide range of student societies available.
Criminology Society (MUCS)
The Criminology Society's aim is to bring together students studying Criminology at Manchester as well as students with an interest in the criminal justice sector, offering:
- Opportunities to learn in the field of criminology.
- Range of guest speakers and workshops.
- An extensive social calendar.
Debating Society
The Debating Society provides the opportunities for you to participate in an internal debating competition, commencing in the autumn semester with teaching sessions on how to debate, and various 'knock out' rounds leading to the final in the spring.
Judges have included Jeremy Paxman, Cherie Booth and Neil and Christine Hamilton.
The debating committee liaises with the sponsoring law firm and organises the various aspects of the competition from start to finish.
Debating is a vital and useful skill which will help you to develop presentation skills and the concept of lateral thinking, essential for any career.
Find out more
Society of Current Affairs and Commercial Awareness (SCACA)
Understanding of the commercial realities of business and legal practice and being up to date on world affairs are essential to a successful career.
Find out how these issues impact the legal sector and engage in critical debate.