Academy 3 is a live music venue on the top floor of Manchester University Students Union. It is the second smallest of the University's venue playing host to upcoming bands and established acts with a smaller audience.In the past has been known as The Solem Bar & the Hop & Grape but was renamed Acedemy 3 when expanded in the mid 2000s. Is also used for meetings by the University. Is not open to the public except for concerts.