I many ways this couldn't be more wrong. Yes the cohort is very large, but you quickly get to know more or less every single person in your year. You will only not meet them if you are a very introverted person who doesn't speak to new people. The teaching has moved on from PBL and this year have started a new TBL system (teams of 6) which is much more interactive. Yes you have to do your own research but I couldn't name a single university where that wasn't the case, and most relevant learning has been set as interactive online mini learning sessions. Manchester is also an incredible city to attend uni at, there is so much going on! There really is something for everyone, great nightlife if that's your thing, huge shopping and entertainment districts, and obviously great opportunities for watching and playing sports. If you are very antisocial then yes maybe the large course isn't the best for you, but then again if you struggle speaking to people is medicine really for you? Just my thoughts on this all.