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Journey to University

Everything you need to know about getting to university from students who have been there and done that.

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The Power of Female Mentorship

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 […]

Places to live in Greater Manchester: Stockport

One of the biggest choices you will have to make when moving abroad to study is where to live. Greater Manchester is made up of ten boroughs and Salford is one of them. Our recommendation when you are searching for accommodation is to expand your search to all of the boroughs as we have great […]

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MEng Aircraft Engineering with Pilot Studies student experience – Nataniel’s Story

Hear from Nataniel Hewelt, currently studying an integrated MEng in Aircraft Engineering with Pilot Studies. He has completed his three years of the undergraduate degree and is now completing his final integrated masters year. What inspired you to study your course? Why did you choose the University of Salford? I wasn’t particularly interested in going to […]

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Top 5 things to do when you move to university as an International Student

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 […]

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Abigail’s Story – First Year As A Geography Student

Meet first year BSc (Hons) Geography student Abigail and read on to find out about her experience studying at Salford so far. What inspired you to study geography? During my time at college, I was unsure of where I wanted to go after completing my exams. Geography has always been a subject that I have […]

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Architecture alumni lands Project Manager role at Aecom

Meet Franklin Sibanda, final year BSc Architecture student, who has been offered a Project Manager position at Aecom starting in September 2023 after completing his studies. Franklin said: “I was ecstatic to be offered a role with Aecom because they are driving forward a change towards sustainability and global emission targets. “My learning experience has […]

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Temi’s experience finding accommodation with a family

Temi came to Salford from Nigeria with her family to study MA Production Management for TV, Film and Digital Media. When moving to another country to study with your family, finding the right accommodation is essential.   Although students with families are unable to secure university accommodation under Campus Living Villages currently, there are still viable […]

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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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Tips for having a long distance friendship at university

Moving to university is an exciting adventure – becoming independent, meeting new people, studying something you love and finding a new home. However, I understand that it is difficult to say goodbye to your day ones, your pre-undergrad besties. I’ve come up with some tips on how to keep the friendship strong, no matter where […]

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Finding accommodation for international students with families

Moving to a new country for studies can be hectic, especially when you are moving with your family. From sorting accommodation to finding the best nursery and schools for your kids, we understand that there can be a lot to think about. If you have a family and are planning to study here, read this […]

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How To Make Friends At University

Making friends at university can be a daunting task. A new city, a new home, a new environment. But hopefully this blog will help settle your nerves. But it isn’t as daunting as it initially seems. Everybody’s in the same boat. We’re all in a new environment when we arrive at university. What’s important is […]

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10 Tips For Attending An Open Day

Attending an open day is a great way to find out what a university is really like. Our next Undergraduate Open Day is taking place Saturday 25 June. Book your place here. Here are my top tips to make the most of your open day experience. 1. Go on a tour You can tour our […]

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Why Salford as a postgraduate student

Most times, it all begins with something little, watching a film that inspires you to do more, reading a book and feeling the desire to mirror the protagonist. But for me, my journey to postgraduate study was not born out of any of the above. It was mostly based on curiosity and my love for […]

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Blog: Why I Chose Salford

From MediaCity and industry connections, to a cheap night out. Here’s a comprehensive list of why I chose to study at the University of Salford. Hopefully this will help inform your decision on where to study or give you an insight into student life at Salford. CULTUREJoy Division, Danny Boyle, Emmeline Pankhurst, Factory Records, The […]

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Why Salford as an international student

When you decide to study abroad, choosing the right place feels like finding a needle in a haystack, not because this task is impossible. No, far from that. But because this activity is daunting, where do you go from here? Fly to the Caribbean? Move to Asia, Europe or even America? You will ponder and […]

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Why I chose the University of Salford

Deciding what university to attend can help shape your future. This is because your choice of university will open you to opportunities and expand your network and ultimately your net worth. When it comes to serious life decisions like the choice of university, you must take time to decide but still follow your heart. For […]

The insider’s guide to booking your on-campus accommodation

Whilst moving to university is an exciting time, it can still seem super stressful, especially when choosing your accommodation! So, I’ve collated a few tips and tricks on what I feel everyone should know before booking their accommodation on-campus… Location: Peel Park Quarter accommodation is great for students who are studying at the New Adelphi […]

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How to make the most of open days

Going to university open days can really help you make a decision about where to study. Trust me I know, I visited eight open days before I went to university and it was definitely worth it! Here are a few tips to help you: Before you go: Register: Some universities will request that you register to […]

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How to combat stress during Welcome Week

Starting university can be an incredibly stressful time and can often have you imagining the worst case scenario. “What if I don’t make any friends?”, “What if I don’t enjoy my course?”, “What if I miss home?”. If you’re asking yourself any of these questions, don’t worry! It’s completely normal and the same questions are […]

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Q&A: The life of a commuter student

Imagine living so close to your preferred university that you have the choice to live at home OR in university halls…it’s a tough decision I bet! The University of Salford is committed to delivering the best student experience to all its students, whether they live on campus or not – so what is the life […]