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Meet Ben Crossley – MSc Project Management

MSc Project Management graduate Ben Crossley shares his experience studying for his master’s at Salford. Journey to Salford I’ve always wanted to study a master’s and felt the time was right in 2022 after having gained experience in the workplace and graduating from my undergraduate degree in 2016. I decided to pursue this ambition at […]

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All the benefits of your Student ID Card

Your Student ID card is far more than just proof of your status as a Salford student, it’s a key to unlock so many benefits. You’ll gain access to facilities, discounts, and freebies that you wouldn’t want to miss out on. Keep scrolling to find all the benefits of having a Student ID card. Sign […]

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Meet Mariam Mahmood Perveen – BSc Business Management Graduate

Mariam Mahmood Perveen shares her experience studying BSc Business Management at the University of Salford – from why she chose the course to how it prepared her for a successful role in HR. Her story offers valuable insights for future students looking to make the most of their time at university. Journey to the University […]

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Meet Milly Karabedian – BSc Business Management with Marketing

BSc Business Management with Marketing student Milly Karabedian shares her experience of applying to Salford through Clearing, pursuing her undergraduate degree in Business Management with Marketing and her life as a student at Salford. Journey to Salford I decided to study BSc Business Management with Marketing at Salford because of the endless career opportunities and […]

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10 ways to make the most of Winter break in Salford

Winter Break is here – a time to relax, recharge and get ready for the next Trimester. Read on for our ten things you can do to make the most of the Winter Break and your time in Salford.  Reading time: 5-10 minutes  1. Attend an event  There’s always something happening in and around Salford, […]

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Expectations vs reality as an international student

We asked Logan, an international student from the United States, to let us know what she found helpful when she moved countries and started studying at Salford. Hello and welcome to the University of Salford! My name is Logan, and I am from the United States. I have been an international student at the university […]

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Wondering how to make friends? You need Umii

I think we can all agree that one of the main concerns we can have about moving or returning to university is making friends. I pretty much clung on to anyone who said hi ? to me in first year and at times found settling in a little stressful. However, it doesn’t have to be […]

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Parenting while studying? This is what you need to know

Being a student as well as a parent can feel overwhelming and tough at times. We understand that juggling parenting responsibilities and your studies can have its challenges, but it’s possible. There are ways to find the right balance to ensure you can make the most of your university experience. Read our guide below to […]

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Meet Lewis Ford – BSc Business Management with Finance

BSc Business Management with Finance student, Lewis Ford, tells us about studying at the University of Salford, as well as his experiences traveling to Vietnam with the university. Journey to Salford Business School I decided Salford was the place for me for a couple of reasons. I know friends who have graduated from the University […]

Meet Neha Zahid – BSc Business Management with Innovation and Technology

We speak to BSc Business Management with Innovation and Technology student Neha about her experiences studying at Salford. Journey to Salford Business School After completing my A-levels in sciences, I searched for business and technology university courses . I knew that I wanted a new challenge and liked the sound of the innovation aspect this […]

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Meet Sidney Yeomans – LLB Law with Criminology

We speak to LLB Law with Criminology student Sidney Yeomans about their experience studying a law degree at Salford Business School. All About the Course I chose to study at Salford because everything about the university just seemed spot on! The campus layout, accommodation, course structure, locality, academic support and extracurricular opportunities —Salford has it […]

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Gaining experience in a technical environment: Meet Paula Cengher

Building technological skills is increasingly vital in a digital world. That’s why Paula Cengher, an undergraduate student studying Business Management with Innovation and Technology (now called Business Information Technology), chose to complete a placement year with Volta Support. “I wanted to finish my degree with some experience under my belt,” explains Paula. “Volta Support are […]

Meet Ethan Comley – BSc Business Management with Sport

We talk to BSC Business Management with Sport student Ethan Comley about his Salford experience, his course, advice for future students and his plans after Salford All About the Course I decided to study a BSc Business Management with Sport at Salford as I believed in the University’s recent growth. I felt that studying this […]

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Studying MA Digital Video Production and Marketing: Hauwa’s Story

Hauwa travelled over 5000 miles from Nigeria to Salford to pursue our MA Digital Video Production and Marketing course. Read on to find out more about how Hauwa’s experience at Salford has contributed to building an exciting career. WHAT MADE YOU CHOOSE THE UNIVERSITY OF SALFORD? As an international student researching prospective university options, one […]

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Why I chose to live in student accommodation

As an international student, when I was preparing to come to the UK, I was bubbling with expectations, but I also had some fears of the unknown as it was my first time abroad, away from family and friends. When choosing where to live, I settled for university accommodation (which is managed by specialist student […]

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My career in sports journalism: Lars’s story

We spoke to Lars from Norway to discuss his career success since graduating from the University and how he found his experience as a student. He discusses how the skills learned in the BA (Hons) Journalism (Broadcast) course have put him on the path to being the award-winning sports journalist he is today. Hi Lars, […]

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Energy savings advice from Professor Richard Fitton

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 […]

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A Day Out on Chapel Street

Chapel street is on the door step of our main campus. It’s a community of independent food and drink hubs and much more. Whether you’re going on a date, meeting your mates, a flat outing or solo adventure, I have planned a day out on Chapel Street for you. Let’s go… 10am: Coffee If you […]

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Becoming Best Friends at University

International Friendship Day was last week on the 30th July and it’s a day to celebrate friendship. The bonding friendships you make at university are unforgettable and life changing. Whether you meet your future bridesmaid, bestman or perhaps even the love of your life, the unblooded family you make at university is definitely a strong […]

A Guide to the Weather in the UK

Preparing for the weather, both mentally and physically, is something that no one tells you about living in the North of England. One day you are relaxing with a bottle of chilled ginger beer in the sun, and the next moment, there’s a heavy downpour from the heavens. What’s this? This is the weather in […]