Get prepared for life on campus with advice from student insiders.
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 for you to take the utmost precautions to stay safe around campus and online with our tips below. […]
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 our top tips and support services, so you’ll feel confident managing your money. 1. Budgeting To maximise your […]
Summertime at uni can feel a bit different to other parts of the academic year, especially if you’re on break or you’re one of the small number of students still on campus. For some this period feels great, but it can also feel a bit lonely. There are lots of ways to re-connect without spending […]
Moving to university can be an exciting experience for many and getting to decorate a brand new room is always super fun! However sometimes we can get a little too excited, the next thing you know you’ve bought the whole of Ikea, The Range and B&M to fit into your little room, cluttering your accommodation […]
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? […]
As one of the UK’s most exciting and upcoming city, Manchester always has something fun to offer – especially for students! If you’re looking to become a student in Manchester (or maybe you already are one) here is a guide of some of the best things to do in Manchester as a university student. 1. […]
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.
As an international student from Pakistan at the University of Salford, I have had a wonderful experience. Here are some of the things I’ve learnt during my time at Salford so far. Why I choose Salford? I was drawn to the University of Salford’s location close to Manchester city centre. Manchester and Salford have excellent […]
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 this blog I’m going to share with you some of my favourite tips & tricks to help reduce […]
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 […]
We spoke to BSc Accounting and Finance student James Hodgson – Jones about his experience obtaining a placement at Ernst and Young in Frankfurt, as well as how the placement has benefitted his skills and experience in industry. Getting the Perfect Placement I completed my placement at Ernst and Young in Frankfurt, Germany. I was based […]
Oliver Scragg is an undergraduate International Business Management student, currently undertaking a placement year at supply chain management powerhouse Wincanton’s BAE Systems site in Blackburn. “I love the city of Manchester, and while I could have chosen any of the Manchester universities, employability is really important to me in terms of my degree, which is […]
Discover how Temisan followed her passion to study MSc Finance at Salford.
Arunima decided to make a slight career shift and study MSc Artificial Intelligence. Read her experiences of studying at Salford.
University was an unexpected experience, but it has never been one that I have regretted. I feel that the University of Salford was the right place to be as it inspired me as a woman to find motivation through other stories of women who have succeeded in their careers. Although University doesn’t guarantee you fulfillment […]
Hear from three Salford apprentices about their experience receiving on-the-job training from industry professionals while they study.
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 […]
It’s entirely normal to feel shy or experience some anxiety when you try something new or enter a new stage of life, whether that’s starting a fresh academic year, moving to a different city or country, or living on your own for the first time. Although shyness is normal, stepping out of your comfort zone […]
Meet Sara Kassam, who is studying our IBMS-accredited BSc Biomedical Science course. What inspired you to choose this field of study? I have always been fascinated by the human body, and each day, I learn something new that blows my mind. This course will allow me to explore the building blocks in life and link […]
Meet Christopher Gildert, who graduated with a distinction in HNC Construction and a First Class Honours in BSc Quantity Surveying. What inspired you to study your course? I had always wanted to be a building surveyor but was unsure where to start as I didn’t have any A Levels. I spent a lot of time […]