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Announcing the winners of the 2023 Walter Greenwood Essay Prize

Aiden Simpson and Mahirah Rahman, students on the English MA module Regional and World Literatures, have been awarded prizes for their engagement with the Walter Greenwood Archive in their assessment. Greenwood was a working-class writer born in Salford in 1903. His debut novel, Love on the Dole, was published in 1933 and was an immediate […]

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Microsoft 365- work it like a pro!

Does formatting your documents in Word give you a headache? Could your PowerPoint presentations look more professional? Perhaps you wonder if you’re using Excel in the most effective way? If you feel less than positive about your Microsoft 365 skills, then a visit to our Microsoft 365 Courses web page will set you on the right […]

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Stand out from the IT crowd with MOS

Imagine it now… you’re in front of the interview panel and they have asked about your knowledge of Microsoft Office tools. You might seek to assure them, saying “Oh yes… I have great Word and PowerPoint skills, and can analyse data using Excel…”, but how can you actually demonstrate that? Simple. Show prospective employers that […]

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Referencing hacks

These top tips will have you dancing like snow in a snow globe As the end of trimester one gets nearer, your assignment deadlines may seem to be fast approaching. A few key hacks however can help you take control of your deadlines, rather than it feel like they control you. Among the most effective […]

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Personalise your Learning: Choose the perfect format for your Blackboard content!

Make Ally your new best friend! Blackboard’s Anthology Ally tool enhances accessibility of learning materials in your modules, offering you a choice of formats to match your preferences, needs, and devices. With Ally, you can choose the format that suits you best, whether it’s downloading a PowerPoint presentation to read as a PDF, listening to […]

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Are you ready for the Careers Fairs?

Did you know that the University of Salford Careers and Enterprise team hosts multiple Careers Fairs over the course of the year? Whether you’re an undergraduate, a postgraduate, or an alumni, there’s something for you, no matter what you study. Attend one of our Autumn Careers Fairs and you’ll be able to speak with employers […]

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Pay for Netflix? Nah – get free films from Kanopy

Do you only want to watch the films that the big distributors want you to see? Or do you want to choose – for free – more eclectic films that have made cinematic history, or find videos and films that will help with your learning? If yes, then Kanopy is your thing. It’s free as […]

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How to shine at interviews

Although many people find them to be a frightening experience, interviews are a crucial step in the hiring process. An employer can discover more about you, your qualifications, and your experience. You get the chance to highlight your suitability for the position and show why you are the best applicant during the interview. It is […]

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Supercharge your studies with Lean Library: Access, Save, Succeed!

Lean Library is a great way to make it easier to access e-resources you come across when searching and browsing online. When its pop-up icon appears on your screen, just click for resource access options. It’s already saved Salford users over 30,000 hours in 2023 – how much time could you save? Lean Library lets […]

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Part-time jobs at University

Have you moved away from home and need money to help finance your stay? Part-time jobs are popular with students during their time in education. Many different jobs are available, including work in sales, service industries and working for your university. Why get a part-time job? With costs rising and student loans not changing much, […]