Welcome to AHEAD
AHEAD is the public engagement programme of the Faculty of Arts and Humanities at Manchester Metropolitan University.
AHEAD supports academics and brings to the public a rolling programme of events and collaborations on a range of topics, disciplines and research areas from across the faculty and throughout the year .They are experts in how arts, humanities, and social sciences address modern challenges and make a positive impact on society.
The Faculty of Arts and Humanities produces world-leading research and education that changes lives. Our expertise spans art, design, fashion, English, politics, history, sociology, criminology, architecture, journalism, languages and more.
Come along and explore our amazing programme of events.
Events Programme
Our Researchers are sharing their creativity and wisdom across the university all year round. Here are a selection of ways you can hear about their impact and conversations
Highlights from the Faculty
Entangled Light: A More-Than-Human Photography Studio
Entangled Light: A More-Than-Human Photography Studio includes workshops, portrait photography, an exhibition and discussion, connecting people, place and the more-than-human world.
Rob Drummond : Inaugural Lecture 23 September 2026
In this inaugural lecture, Rob Drummond will explore the relationship between spoken language and identity through reflections and examples from his key projects over the years.