We’re a university think tank that brings together policymakers, practitioners and researchers to share thinking and strengthen policy-making.
We’re a university think tank that brings together policymakers, practitioners and researchers to share thinking and strengthen policy-making.
Welcome to MetroPolis
Our researchers focus on many aspects of sound policy development, including problem definition; understanding context; navigating evidence; providing routes to specialist knowledge; overcoming fragmentation; cross-sectoral thinking; implementation; horizon scanning and foresight; thought leadership.
We have outstanding cross-disciplinary and innovative research that meets Government Areas of Research Interest. Please find below some examples of our key policy-related projects:
Working with Policymakers
MetroPolis provides a rare space for research,practice and policy to share thinking.
Support for Researchers
MetroPolis provides academics with a range of opportunities, training and support.
MetroPolis is Manchester Metropolitan’s University policy think tank, which provides a rare space for research, practice and policy to share thinking around cross-disciplinary and innovative research. MetroPolis provides academics with the opportunities and training they need to influence policy, including funded Fellowships with external partners.