Creative Manchester

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Convening interdisciplinary creative research communities

Creative Manchester brings together multi-disciplinary and impact-oriented research, which utilises creative methods and practices.

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Research

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Creative Industries and Innovation

Our research theme exploring innovative research that can benefit local areas, create new jobs, and advance the industries as a whole.
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Creative and Civic Futures

Our research theme focusing on questions of climate change, community, and civil issues including minority groups and migrant experiences.
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Creativity, Health and Wellbeing

Our research theme exploring the tangible health benefits of the arts and creative practice.

About

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Our story

Creative Manchester's journey to research platform and beyond.
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Current partners

Bridging The University of Manchester, the cultural sector and the community.
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News

Discover the latest research, work, and achievements of Creative Manchester and our partners.
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Events

Stay up-to-date with information about upcoming events, lectures and exhibitions.
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Opportunities

Creative Manchester welcomes new partners that wish to support the arts and culture industry.