Life as a neurodivergent student can be exciting: learning a subject you’re passionate about and making new friends. However, it can also come with unique challenges. We caught up with Matthew, Sarah, and Ali, current students and alumni who opened up about their experiences as neurodivergent students at Salford. Q1. Please introduce yourself Matthew Frohock […]
Meet Ayaan, a MSc Operations Management and Business Analytics student from Pakistan. He shares his experience of navigating the jump from undergrad to postgrad and about his time at Salford. Why Salford? I was doing a bit of research and looking at universities in the UK and Pakistan. The thing that I noticed a lot […]
Ali is a master’s student from Pakistan. To help advance his career, he decided to study a postgraduate degree in Project Management. We spoke to Ali about his journey to Salford and his advice for postgraduate students. Why Salford? I never had any plans to move, but my parents really wanted me to go abroad […]
We all know that feeling of exhaustion after a long day of lectures. Here are seven ways to rest as a busy student.
Meet James, founder of the eco-friendly company Bloom Boom. He shares his journey as a BA Graphic Design student and doing the Big Pitch Competition.
So now the stress of completing your UCAS application is over…what happens next? Firstly, well done for completing your application – hopefully you’ve put Salford as one of your choices! Here’s a step by step guide of what you might expect to happen over the next few months. 1. Receive your offer The applications team […]
Are you reaching the end of your course and thinking what’s next? Let’s face it, jumping straight from uni into a dream career isn’t always straight forward. Perhaps things haven’t gone to plan, you’ve changed your mind during your studies, or you just don’t know what you want to do yet. Firstly, that’s okay. Most […]
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, […]
Welcome to Salford! Starting your journey at the University of Salford is one thing you’d entirely love, and there’s so much to discover in and around the campus. Whether you’re new to the city or just looking for some tips on where to go first with your new friends or alone, here’s a guide to […]
Starting university is an exciting time, and we know you’re buzzing with excitement and maybe a few nerves too. But don’t worry, we’ve got you covered with some tips to help you hit the ground running as a new student. 1. Embrace your Summer. Before diving into starting a new school, take some time to […]
For many students like myself, a big part of university life is moving away from home and living independently for the first time. This can be exciting, but it can also be daunting to be entering a completely new and unknown chapter of your life. It definitely takes time to settle in but here are […]
For many of you, not only could this be your first time away from home, but also the first time you’re having to budget and manage your own money. Many of us are feeling the pinch right now, but if living on a budget is new to you, don’t stress. There are loads of quick […]
Coming to university is a huge step for anyone. But it can seem even more daunting if you've travelled to another country to study. Fortunately, we have lots of international students in our community, so you are most definitely not alone. Read on to find out just some of the ways you can get involved with campus life.
After completing his BSc in Occupational Therapy at the University of Salford, Chaim has secured his first graduate position as an occupational therapist in London. We caught up with Chaim to discuss his experience at Salford, his future plans, and his advice for those considering studying Occupational Therapy. Chaim’s experience Why did you choose the University of […]
Do you commute to campus? Being a commuter student could make you use campus differently to some of your peers, but you’re not alone. You might be surprised to hear that nearly half of our students are commuter students! As you might come to campus for less time, we’ve put together a list to help […]
Feeling homesick is natural especially if moving to university is the first time you have been away from home. Homesickness is defined as a feeling of longing for one’s home during a period of absence from it. So rather than counting down the days until the next term break, here is how I coped with […]
Managing your money as a student can be tough, especially given the current cost of living crisis. Coming to campus for a lecture or seminar? Read our top tips to save money when you’re on campus.
As a student, it’s common to feel strapped for cash, especially as the cost of living rises. We’ve put together our top tips and student-specific hacks that will help you to keep costs down and make your money go further when you're out and about in Manchester or beyond.
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 […]
Meet India Buxton, a Fine Art graduate from our thriving Art and Design community. India has had an incredible summer filled with achievements; she went onto to win the Industry Engagement Award at our Annual Create Awards for her inspiring piece of work for Citizens Advice. India also went onto graduate in July and is […]