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Life at Salford

(Extra)ordinary days in the lives of Salford students.

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Kareem’s Software Engineering Placement at Awareness Software Limited

Meet Kareem Mahl, third year Software Engineering student and read on to find out about his placement with Awareness Software Limited. What inspired you to choose this field of study? I was drawn to software engineering by my passion for problem-solving and my interest in creating innovative solutions – qualities I’ve possessed since childhood. The […]

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Read about Tilly-Rose’s Uganda trip abroad

Hear from Tilly-Rose Wilkin, final year Wildlife Conservation with Zoo Biology student. Which fieldtrips have you participated in so far as part of your course? I’ve participated in several. Ones where I’ve stayed for several days include Castlehead, Blencathra, Millport, and Uganda. Day field trips included visits to 5 different zoos, the Peak District, Martin […]

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Reflecting on My Journey as an International Marketing Assistant

 My placement journey at the University of Salford’s Marketing Department as an International Marketing Assistant has been nothing short of a dynamic and rewarding experience. Since September 2023, I’ve had the privilege of contributing to the University’s global marketing objectives, leaving my mark on various key initiatives.  Read on to find out exactly what I […]

I moved nearly 7,000 miles from Singapore to study Journalism at Salford

My name is Maxson, and I am from Singapore. I’m currently in my third year at the University of Salford studying BA Journalism with Public Relations, and I am really enjoying it! Read on to find out what I enjoy about the course, my placements, and life at Salford. You’ll never guess what I do in […]

Why Study a Creative Course at the University of Salford

It can feel daunting to pursue a creative degree if you feel family or societal pressure to follow a more traditional career path, or perhaps like I did, you might feel unsure whether you have the skills to succeed in the industry. When I turned 18, I had loose aspirations of becoming a journalist. I […]

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Surviving Winter in Salford 

Where has the daylight gone? What’s with all the fireworks? Do I need all my clothes to be waterproof now? Navigating life as an international student in the United Kingdom is an exciting and enriching experience, but it also comes with unique challenges. From embracing British traditions like Bonfire Night to coping with the Winter […]

Discover the Best Spots for Art Lovers in Salford and Manchester

Salford and Manchester, are cities that boasts a rich cultural heritage and a vibrant art scene. If you’re an art lover, you’re in for a treat when studying here. From galleries to street art, the cities have s something to offer every type of art enthusiast. In this blog post, we’ll take you on a […]

Transport for Greater Manchester: A Guide

Moving to a new city and country can be scary, especially trying to learn how to navigate the transport system so here’s a quick guide for getting around Greater Manchester.    Manchester has lots of public transport options, check out Transport for Greater Manchester for more information about live departures, destinations and more.   Keep reading to […]

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BA (HONS) MEDIA AND PERFORMANCE STUDENT EXPERIENCE – GRACE’S STORY

Graduate Grace Mclntosh who has starred in the 4 O’Clock Club and more recently Channel 4’s The Dog Academy as an on screen receptionist. Talks about her experience studying BA (Hons) Media and Performance at the University of Salford, and her inspiring career aspirations. WHAT HAS BEEN THE HIGHLIGHT OF YOUR COURSE? By far the […]

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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 […]

ISHMAEL’S EXPERIENCE OF BA PHOTOGRAPHY & SALFORD RACING

Ishmael Armstrong, spoke to us about his first year studying BA (Hons) Photography and being a part of the Salford Racing Society. TELL US A LITTLE BIT ABOUT YOURSELF… I am a 20-year-old photographer, going into my second year at the University of Salford. I have been doing photography properly for about 4 years, and […]

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Unlocking northern slang

Like anywhere else in the world, here in the UK, we speak quite differently to what you hear on TV, radio, and in books. It is common for people to use slang and speak in casual terms, especially around their friends and family. You may encounter slight variations in slang depending on which part of […]

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Civil Engineering Placement at MGF – Adil’s Story

Hear from Adil Khurshid, a third year BEng Civil Engineering student, who undertook a three-month placement at MGF through his Temporary Works Forum (TWf) scholarship. Can you tell us about your placement?  Over the summer, I spoke with the director of Temporary Works Forum who put my CV out on the forum. MGF then reached […]

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Week in the life of an architecture student – Matthew’s story

Meet Matthew Turner, second year BSc Architecture student, who tells us about his typical week.   How would you start your morning when you come to university?  Getting to campus doesn’t take me long, I sometimes ride my bike when it’s not raining (which lately it has been doing a lot of); otherwise, I drive my […]

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Tony’s Experience Studying MSc Safety, Health and Environment

We caught up with Tony to find out about his time studying for the masters’ program MSc Safety, Health and Environment at Salford. Read on to find out more. Tell us a little bit about yourself… I’m Tony, I’m currently studying for a master’s in Safety, Health and Environment alongside my fulltime role as a […]