We hope you’re as excited as we are about you joining us at Salford! We’ve written a series of blogs to help you prepare for uni life and guide you on your way to becoming unstoppable this year. There’s something for everyone, so grab your favourite drink and have a read.
Need some help? Always remember to askUS. askUS is your one-stop shop for student enquiries and support to help you settle in.
Settling in and making connections
- Blog: Introducing… Niamh
This is Me Hiya, I’m Niamh and I study Broadcast Journalism at the University of Salford. I’m from ‘the coolest place on the planet’, Donegal in Ireland, according to the National Geographic (and me!). I was definitely a mermaid in some past life because I love the water and when I visit home, you can… Read more: Blog: Introducing… Niamh - Your postgrad bucket list
Congratulations, you made it to uni! This is a really exciting time but – take our word for it – it’ll absolutely fly by, especially if you’re only here for a year. It can seem like there’s so much to do and so little time to do it, but don’t let that overwhelm you. We’ve… Read more: Your postgrad bucket list - Top 5 things to do when you move to university as an International StudentMoving to an entirely new country to study is a relatively huge leap in your life, and there are a lot of steps that you must have gone through from applying for your university – getting accepted and then applying for a Visa which includes making sure you are submitting all the important paperwork, documents… Read more: Top 5 things to do when you move to university as an International Student
- Unlocking northern slang
Like anywhere else in the world, here in the UK, we speak quite differently to what you hear on TV, radio, and in books. It is common for people to use slang and speak in casual terms, especially around their friends and family. You may encounter slight variations in slang depending on which part of… Read more: Unlocking northern slang - Letter to you: Advice for this new, exciting stage
Best for: on-campus students, first in the family to go to university, making friends and general tips for success - Letter to you: Reflecting on my time at uni
Best for: moving away from home, feeling worried and making friends - Letter to you: Being my international self
Best for: international students, feeling anxious and wellbeing advice - Letter to you: Juggling uni, parenting and part-time work
Best for: over-21s, parents and tips for settling in - Letter to you: Explore at your own paceBest for: general tips for success, feeling overwhelmed and wellbeing advice
- Letter to you: Go the extra mileBest for: general tips for settling in, encouragement and wellbeing advice
- Letter to you: Cherish the journeyBest for: top tips for growth, making the most of student life and wellbeing advice
- Letter to you: Take the leapBest for: making friends, encouragement and general tips for success
- Letter to you: Keep calm and drink teaBest for: uni memories, making friends and encouragement
- Letter to you: Find your tribe and thriveBest for: disabled students, LGBTQIA+ community, wellbeing advice and general tips for success
- Letter to you: Discover a new side of yourselfBest for: finding balance, encouragement and advice for success
Taking care of yourself and each other
- Q&A About Countering Hateful Extremism
We know conversations around extremism can be challenging and confusing at times, but it’s important that we all understand what this is. Extremism can take many forms, which we explore in this blog. For Countering Hateful Extremism… Read more: Q&A About Countering Hateful Extremism - Surviving Winter in Salford
Where has the daylight gone? What’s with all the fireworks? Do I need all my clothes to be waterproof now? Navigating life as an international student in the United Kingdom is an exciting and enriching experience, but… Read more: Surviving Winter in Salford - Campus quiet spaces and where to find them
Student life can be very hectic especially when you’re going to lectures through a very active and loud campus. The busy student life isn’t for everyone. Some of us want to be in a quieter area between… Read more: Campus quiet spaces and where to find them - Men’s Health Week: Our Colleague Stories
This Men’s Health Week, read our colleague’s stories concerning issues including diabetes, nutrition and exercise that have a huge impact on men’s health and wellbeing. - Top tips to manage your money as a student
For many students, heading to university is your first taste of financial independence, which can make managing your money feel a little… overwhelming. However, you don’t need to worry as we’ve got you covered! Below you’ll find… Read more: Top tips to manage your money as a student - Ways to keep safe on and around campus
Whilst Salford is a safe place to live and study, there can be times – as there are in all big cities – when you may feel unsafe or in danger. We’ve made it a little easier… Read more: Ways to keep safe on and around campus
Academic skills and careers support
- How to De-Stress During Your Studies
When you’re busy studying and completing assignments, it is easy to feel stressed and get burnt out. Burn out looks different depending on the person, but common signs include feeling tired, isolated, experiencing self-doubt or difficultly concentrating.… Read more: How to De-Stress During Your Studies - What You Need to Know During the Assessment Period
You might be feeling stressed and worried as the dates of assignments and exams get closer. Take a deep breath and remember that you’ve got this and you aren’t on your own. Everyone struggles with their workload… Read more: What You Need to Know During the Assessment Period - Student Spaces on Campus
Spending a bit of time at uni but your accommodation is a little far away to go home for a quick relaxation session? Well, we’ve got some brilliant spaces on our campuses to help you chill out,… Read more: Student Spaces on Campus - How To Develop Your Employability Skills
Thinking about future career prospects can sometimes bring a mixture of excitement and nerves. There’s a world of opportunities waiting for you but not knowing what these opportunities are can be scary. We’re here to support you… Read more: How To Develop Your Employability Skills - Five Ways to Improve Your Study Skills
Turning up to your lectures and seminars isn’t where your learning stops. To ace your assignments you need to be setting aside some study time. But how do you ensure you’re studying effectively? Read our top tips… Read more: Five Ways to Improve Your Study Skills - How to reach your potential this deadline season
We are rapidly approaching the end of the trimester but before you can put your full focus into enjoying the break, there’s just a few more weeks to make the final push and complete your assignments. In… Read more: How to reach your potential this deadline season