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Graduates outside the Lowry

What graduation is really like: Q&A with a recent grad

Always wondered what a Salford Graduation is really like? Me too! Luckily, I had a chat with one of our 2023 Film Production graduates, Sam, to see what happens on the day. Read our chat below to get his take and top tips for the big day.  Did you have an expectation going into graduation?  […]

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Things I’ve learned during my time at Salford

Being a part of the University of Salford has been one of the best experiences I have had. Through the ups and downs, I have learnt some valuable lessons which have helped me through my three-year journey, here are the top five things I have learnt. 1. Make sure to go to all of your […]

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Budget friendly spring activities to do in Salford

Spring has officially sprung in Salford (despite some April showers). Here are some budget friendly spring activities to do while being in Salford. 1. Go for a walk in nature: Nature can be a really lovely way to spend time outside in spring, especially as the weather starts to warm up and winter starts to […]

Things I’ll miss about Salford…

I am a few months away from finishing off my third year at Salford and there are quite a few things I will miss being a student here… 1- Living in a city So I originally came from the outskirts of Chester (near the border of Wales) so I was so used to living in […]

Alternative Study Spaces in Salford

Sometimes campus doesn’t feel like the right environment to study in after a day of lectures. There are also times when you just want to change things up a bit. Thankfully, there are other study spaces around our campuses to enjoy. Why not switch up your study routine and head to one of these spots […]

Things to do in Manchester over the Easter break

Manchester can be an exciting place with so many things to go and do. If you find yourself on campus over Easter Break, then here are a few picks from us of places you should go and explore: 1. Visit the museums: Museums can be a fun, budget friendly and an easy day out. There […]

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Guide to studying

Studying as a student can be difficult – especially with plenty of distractions around you on campus. Here are a few the tips I use while studying. Tip number 1: Study away from home Now I know what you are thinking, studying at home can be more comfortable, but that is the exact reason I […]

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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 lectures and when we hang out with friends. Luckily there are calmer spots on campus. Keep reading to […]

Sustainability at the University of Salford

The University of Salford prides itself on finding ways to help the environment and be sustainable throughout it’s campus. Here are some of the ways in which our campus is sustainable: Number 1- Our Waste Management System Waste and recycling is one of the most viable ways we can be environmentally friendly on campus and […]

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Top 5 tips for students going into third year 

The final year of university is often the most daunting one, so here are some tips from someone also heading into third year to help settle your nerves – you’re not alone!  Tip Number One – Be prepared The workload this year is going to be bigger than anything you have dealt with in the […]

Photograph of Welcome Week at the University of Salford, outside, with a person in a headscarf in the centre of the frame, facing away from the camera. Stalls can be seen in the background.

Top 10 things to consider when accepting your university offer

In this blog, I’m going to be showing you the top 10 things to consider when accepting a university offer. These are based on my own experiences when choosing a university a couple of years ago. I will be going through everything from location to the facilities to what courses offer. 1. HAVE YOU CHOSEN […]

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BLOG: INTRODUCING…ELLIE

INTRODUCING ME: Hello there, lovely to meet you all. My name is Ellie, I am 19 years old, and I am a second-year undergraduate student currently studying English and Drama; as you might expect, I am a massive bookworm and theatre kid. The desk in my room is slowly becoming another bookshelf in my house […]