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In 2026, University Library Archives welcomed two final-year undergraduate students from Politics and Contemporary History for work-based learning placements. This optional module gives students the opportunity to apply their academic knowledge in a workplace setting. This hands-on approach enables the students to develop new skills and gain valuable day-to-day professional experience. Charlie Sheerin worked within […]
Find out what Open Educational Resources (OER) publishing is, and how the Library adopting OER publishing principles can affect you. The Library is exploring an alternative to the traditional (and expensive) textbook routes, that academics have long used to write and publish their learning resources. Traditional textbook publishing can limit availability, either through high cost […]
For Women’s History Month we’re doing a deep dive into some of the content you can find in the Library’s new resource: Bloomsbury Global Encyclopedia of Women in Architecture. Shut out and hidden Architecture first became a recognised profession in the UK in 1834 with the founding of the Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA). […]
It’s easy to take our familiar settings for granted – especially when we are commuting onto campus every day. We think about getting to class or work on time and about getting home to beat the traffic. Being right on campus, we might often pass by Peel Park, but we don’t always spend time there […]
Welcome to the University of Salford Library. This is the ultimate guide to help you access all the services you’ll need in the Library and help you survive your degree! Whether you’re here to study, print, borrow, or just find a quiet corner, we’ve got you covered. Where to find us We’ve got four library […]
Earlier this year an inspirational team of library and archives professionals held an event for people from Black, Asian, mixed and minoritised ethnic backgrounds at the University of Salford. ‘Curious about a career in libraries and archives?’ sought to offer career insights to an audience that is under-represented in the information world. This blog post […]
Master’s student Rachel has spent 20 days working in the Library as part of her placement on the Revans Collection for Action Learning. Reginald Revans, a key figure in the development of action learning, left behind a wealth of materials, including hand-drawn graphs and tables. During his lectures, he frequently used flip charts to present […]
We are delighted to announce the creation of the University of Salford Campus Heritage Trail, an exciting initiative designed to bring the rich history of our University to life. This permanent feature on our campus invites students, staff and visitors to explore and connect with our heritage in a new and interactive way. The Campus […]
A new era of academic publishing We’re excited to announce the launch of Salford Open Journals, an innovative platform dedicated to showcasing the exceptional academic work produced by students. This new initiative represents a significant step forward in our commitment to fostering academic excellence and providing a prestigious outlet for research, creative works, and scholarly […]
The cloud… we’re all using it. It stores our photographs, emails and documents, it powers our internet searches, and our increasing use of AI tools. Think about how much our lives have come to depend on the cloud, as it enables us to study, to work, and enjoy our leisure time. It’s made itself indispensable […]