Everything you need to know about getting to university from students who have been there and done that.
Going on to study a master’s after finishing your undergraduate degree is not a decision that is to be made lightly. The work is tough, the hours can be long but the outcome can be a very rewarding experience. I am currently half way through studying MSc Media Psychology. Here are the things you should know before […]
The two year stepping stone (or gigantic jump) between leaving school and starting university can be challenging, tiring and not really what you were expecting at all. My memories include many late nights and lots of frustrated tears over coursework deadlines. However, A-Levels aren’t all bad. The two years spent at Sixth Form set you up […]
Ahhh, student accommodation. Whether you’re about to start your first year living in halls or you’ve moved into a student house, let’s face it, some places don’t feel very homely at all. Walls that could do with a lot more than just a little lick of paint, dull carpets that look as though they’ve been […]
Starting university and moving away from home is one of the biggest steps a young adult has to make in their lives. As a second year student, I strongly recommend that you take on board these 10 things I’d now do differently before starting university. I wish someone had given me these tips before I started! […]
Leaving your home country and moving somewhere with a totally different culture, habits and weather sounds like the scariest thing in the world, and this is exactly why you should do it. I traveled all the way from Brazil to Salford to attend university, so as someone who has been there and done that, let […]
One of the essential items which every student packs before moving to university is undoubtedly the trusty mobile phone. However, it isn’t much use without a bank of helpful travel, money, social and study related apps. Sure, you can phone your parents or text your best mate, but can you find bus timetables with one […]
Your first week spent at university won’t be exactly like an episode of Channel 4’s Fresh Meat, but some of the stuff the group of on-screen freshers got up to is pretty spot on. Whether you see yourself as a wild child like feisty Vod or more reserved like quiet Kingsley, you’re probably going to come […]
You’ve received your offer, you’re beginning to pack and it’s nearly time to wave goodbye to your friends. That’s right, you’re moving to university! You’re probably brimming with excitement, along with a few nerves thrown in. To take the edge off a little and to give you an idea of what to expect, here’s 10 […]
Remnant Li Xinxi moved to the UK from his home in China to study MSc Real Estate and Property Management at our School of the Built Environment. As his graduation approaches, I thought it would be a great opportunity to meet with him to find out what it’s really like, being an international student at […]
Wenxi Hu has just graduated from our School of the Built Environment after she took a year away from her hometown in China, to study Msc Real Estate and Property Management. I was lucky enough to meet with Wenxi, to talk about what she describes as the “most interesting year of her life.” As well […]
Here at the University of Salford we want to tell the world that Clearing isn’t something to be scared or worried about. It’s simply another opportunity to apply to university if you didn’t earlier in the year. Zoology student Becky came through clearing and we spoke to her about her experience… Hi Becky! Tell us […]
UCAS exhibitions are great – the ball is in your court as it’s your chance to quiz the universities that take your interest, so why don’t enough of us make the most of it? I must admit that I am guilty of not using the exhibitions to their full potential. I remember I went with the idea that I wanted to study journalism […]
Your personal statement is your chance to distinguish yourself from all the other candidates and to leave a lasting impression. This piece of writing needs to be informative, persuasive and engaging. Therefore, it’s important to get it right! Here are my top tips that should help keep that urge to throw your laptop through the nearest […]