(Extra)ordinary days in the lives of Salford students.
Travelling to different countries and experiencing different cultures is about so much more than sightseeing – it can change someone on a deeper level. This was the experience of LLB Law student Maria Varsanova, who loves travelling and combined her degree at the University of Salford with the Erasmus+ programme. Maria spoke to me about her […]
Andy Golpys studied BA Graphic Design at the University of Salford, graduating in 2008. Shortly after, he headed back to Salford to work as a lecturer on the course. Since leaving this position in 2016, he has focused on building his own digital agency: Made By Shape. I caught up with Andy to find out how his time […]
After graduating with a BEng in Civil Engineering (complete with an integrated foundation year), Haroon Ashraf felt that his time with the University of Salford wasn’t quite over. In 2016, he gained his master’s degree, and today works as a graduate civil and structural engineer. I caught up with Haroon to find out all about […]
According to data from Ipsos MORI, the 2015 General Election saw more than half of 18 to 24 year olds in the UK fail to use their vote. In an attempt to turn that around this year, Thorpe Park are offering young voters discounted entry and pubs up and down the country promised a free beer in return for registering. The upcoming […]
Elliott Ames studied BA Television & Radio at the University of Salford, graduating in 2016. Upon completion of his course, he successfully transferred the skills taught on his course to a career in animation. He completed an internship with the University of Salford and recently joined the team at social media agency, Social Chain. I caught up […]
Jonathan Moncur is in his final year studying BSc Architectural Design and Technology at the University of Salford. Last week I met with Jonathan and talked to him about his course, his extra-curricular activities, and life at Salford in the middle of the lively coffee shop in the New Adelphi building. Hi, Jonathan! Why did you […]
The final year of university can be tough. Dissertations and part-time employment paired with graduate job hunting and exams are enough to cause even the most laid back student a bit of stress. It’s very important not to let yourself get too caught up with feelings of angst or to develop a severe lack of motivation. Taking time […]
Thomas Foster is a final year BA Television & Radio student at the University of Salford. In addition to his studies, Thomas has created graphics for our student-led media platforms Quays News and Shock Radio. I spoke to Thomas to find out more about his time here. Hi Thomas, what made you decide to study TV […]
BA Television & Radio student Lee Wilkinson recently completed a placement with BBC Radio 4, working on their consumer affairs programme, ‘You & Yours’. I spoke to him about his experience and how his course, based at MediaCityUK, has helped to set him up for a career in the radio industry. Hi Lee! Tell me about your work […]
Rena Abe travelled from Japan to study MSc Advanced Computer Science here at Salford. She came to the university via the NCUK centre BEO Tokyo. I caught up with her to find out all about her time at Salford. Hi Rena! Why did you choose to study at Salford? I knew my time in Salford would […]
Fahmid Chowdhury is a first year BEng Electronic Engineering student at the University of Salford and is also a Student Ambassador. I caught up with him to hear all about why he chose Salford and what he’s enjoyed most about his time here. Hi Fahmid. Tell us why you chose to study at Salford? The University […]
Jade Baskett studied BA Graphic Design at the University of Salford, graduating in 2015. She is now working as a Graphic Designer within the Marketing team at Principal Insurance. I caught up with Jade to hear about her time at Salford and what she’s been up to since graduating. Hi Jade, what made you decide to study […]
BA Journalism (Multimedia) student Martin McFarlane travelled from Thompson Rivers University in Canada to spend a semester at the University of Salford. Upon his return home, he became a Study Abroad Ambassador and regularly promotes international exchanges to fellow students. I caught up with Martin to hear about the memories that he made while studying at Salford. […]
Gada Eltahir is a third year BSc Mathematics student, and in addition to her studies has just presented a paper to the Tomorrow’s Mathematicians Today conference. Here she tells us about her time at Salford: Can you tell us about your course? Mathematics is an amazing course and I’m so happy I chose this course […]
As an international student, my experience with the English language is rather curious. I went to my first English lesson when I was nine, but I knew how to speak English from kindergarten because I watched too much Cartoon Network. When I arrived at Salford, I thought I was fluent in English as I had completed […]
Tom Mullarkey is a final year BSc Business Information Technology student at the University of Salford. In addition to his studies, Tom has been working on Fan Fit, an app developed by University of Salford staff and students. Tom tells us about his course and how his work on the app has improved his skills. Tell us […]
Joshua Elgar-Chetwyn studied BA Television and Radio at the University of Salford, graduating in 2014. He now works at a Manchester photography studio and recently had some of his work featured in the Manchester Evening News. I caught up with Joshua to find out more about his latest photographic project: ‘The Unseen’. When did you first […]
Rachel Fallon is a BA English and Creative Writing graduate from the University of Salford who secured a place as a writer with the Royal Exchange Theatre’s Young Company. She spoke to us about her passion for writing and her course: How did you apply for the writing position with the Royal Exchange’s Young Company? […]
Stefanos Patelis is currently a BSc Business & Management student within the Salford Business School. Now on his academic placement with SALFOOD, I thought it was a great time to interview him about his degree, what he’s currently up to and what he wants to do in the future. Hi Stefanos! Did you always want to go into the […]
The first and second year of my BA Journalism (Multimedia) course definitely brought many challenges where we learned the theory and practice of being a working journalist. Then, everything that we had been taught was combined in third year and the pressure was really on. First semester was intense. Work placements were balanced with essays […]