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Meet Raheema Majid, the latest BSc Construction Project Management graduate from the university to land an impressive graduate role at BTTC while studying at university. Read on to find out more about her university experience and what she’s been doing since graduating last year. What inspired you to study construction project management? I always knew […]
Moving 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 […]
We asked you what you’re proud of achieving this year – no matter how big or small – and we received some amazing responses. We’ve listed them below because we are SO proud of you! There are a lot of stories featured below, but you can click straight through to the ones you’re most interested […]
You may have spent a lot of time in Salford; whether you’ve been studying on campus or exploring everything the city has to offer, but how much do you know about its history? Salford is rich in industrial heritage and cultural significance with a legacy older than our neighbour Manchester (but hey, who’s keeping score?). […]
In an increasingly connected world, there’s never been a better time to grow your global mindset. Having a global mindset is a key skill for your personal and professional growth, and it doesn’t always have to involve lectures or library books. Read on to learn five ways that you can develop your international outlook and […]
For many people, studying a postgraduate qualification can be the starting point of a brand-new career. At the University of Salford, we offer nearly 50 different master’s programmes that are open to students who have an honours degree in any subject – so you don’t need to have studied your first degree in a related […]
Found your dream career post-graduation? First thing’s first, you’ll need to ace your interview! Your future interviewers will be on the lookout for 10 key employability skills that you need to show to land your dream job. In this blog, we’ve picked out five. Read on to learn how developing your global mindset can help […]
Saturday 22 April is the annual celebration of Earth Day! Earth Day is all about taking time to reflect on our impact on the planet and the actions we can take to make a positive change. Read on for some ideas around how you can do that at the Uni. Use our Community Growing Space […]
I came to the UK from Kenya to study MSc International Business. I was so excited to study in a different country and continent, miles away from Kenya. I arrived at the University of Salford like any other student, looking forward to a new adventure but a little worried of the unknown. Read on to […]
There’s no ‘right’ way of thinking, learning and behaving. In fact, there are many advantages that come with thinking differently. Meet two members of our Salford community, Ellie and Helen. Ellie is currently studying English and Drama, and Helen is an Adult Nurse Lecturer. Both are neurodivergent. They took the time to tell us how […]
Travelling all the way from Mumbai to study an undergrad in Audio and Acoustical Engineering at Salford when he was just 17, Prathmesh Thakker decided to see more of the world while he studied. We sat down with Prathmesh to hear more about his 10-month placement in Leuven, Belgium and how it helped him to […]
Starting university often represents a fresh start and brings with it a new-found freedom, so it’s no surprise that many people first come out as LGBTQIA+ during this time. Being open and honest about how they identity publicly for the very first time can be a huge step and they may need the support of […]
The National Student Survey (NSS) is an anonymous voluntary survey for undergraduate students in their final year or equivalent. The NSS allows you to voice your own opinion and give honest feedback about the quality of your course and university. It’s run by Ipsos, an independent market research company, and this year the survey is […]
New year, new Trimester, new blog! Before we entered 2023, we asked you over on Instagram what your New Year’s resolutions were and we had some great (and some interesting!) responses. If you’ve not decided on your goals for this year or are struggling with the one’s you’ve set, we’ve put together some of our […]
Winter is such a magical season, but the cold weather and shorter days can make it feel a tad draining, especially if you’re new to the city. But don’t be fooled by that old cliché about it being ‘grim up north’; Manchester is one of the best places in the world to spend the winter […]
Winter is fast approaching. With the temperature dropping and our winter coats getting more use, it’s the perfect time to share the latest findings from Energy House Labs. Energy House is our pioneering project that researches energy efficiency in homes. Researching findings from Energy House Labs could save you money as a student and hopefully […]
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 […]
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 Week 2023 (1-7 May), we are focusing on Incels. Incels are part of the far right and mixed […]
Working on assessments, dissertations, and preparing for exams can sometimes feel overwhelming. If this feeling persists, it can lead us to feeling burnt out. Burnout is a state of exhaustion caused by excessive and prolonged emotional, physical and mental stress. It doesn’t solely arise from your academic life; it can also develop from things happening […]
University can be one of the most amazing times of our lives. We are constantly meeting new people, making long-lasting connections and, in some cases, feeling our first sense of independence. However, university can be a huge life change and can feel quite difficult to process, especially if we have moved away from home, family and […]