Crank studied at Manchester University from 1934 to 1938, where he was awarded a BSc and MSc as a student of Lawrence Bragg and Douglas Hartree. In 1953, Manchester University awarded him a DSc.
Crank pursued his education at Manchester University from 1934 to 1938, earning both a Bachelor of Science (BSc) and a Master of Science (MSc) degree under the guidance of Lawrence Bragg and Douglas Hartree. In 1953, Manchester University conferred upon him a Doctor of Science (DSc).