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Q&A with environmental activist Anna

Anna White is a BA Wildlife Conservation with Zoo Biology student at the University of Salford. I chatted to her about her passion for protecting the environment, her hopes for the future and her sources of inspiration. Have a read ? What inspired you to study science? My dad was an engineer, so we always […]

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The Bioscientist magazine– the brains behind the project

This British Science Week I spoke to the co-editors of The Bioscientist. Salford students, Caitlin Owen, Bruce Veloso and Nadia Patel created the magazine to explore relevant and sometimes contentious topics in biomedicine. The team and I chatted about team work, idea generation and all we need to know about the next issue of the […]

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Life in the lab – a PhD perspective

Holly Broadhurst is a PhD student at the University of Salford who holds an undergraduate degree in Zoology with Animal Behaviour and a master’s in Wildlife Conservation. TOP TIPS… Finding the right course to study can be tricky. Holly recommends discussing topics that interest you with your peers and lecturers. This can increase your passion […]

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Q&A with Best Performance Award winner – Ataa Yasari

MSc Drug Design and Discovery student, Ataa, tells us about her role at Salford NanoLAB, the Sci-Art installation as part of the NanoLAB research outreach in the Science and Industry Museum, and her ‘Best Performance’ award. Hi Ataa, what was the name of your course and what did you enjoy most? I studied a Master […]

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Life of a Salford graduate: 4 years later

Real Estate professional, Li Xinxi, took a career break 4 years ago to improve his theoretical knowledge by studying on the RICS-accredited MSc Real Estate and Property Management programme at the University of Salford. We spoke to him recently to look back to his time at Salford and how his studies are now helping his […]

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Undergrad to postgrad: Meet Becky

Becky Emmerson began her Salford journey as a BSc (Hons) Zoology Clearing applicant – read her first blog here – and is now a Master of Research (MRes) student, exploring Mammalian Evolution around the KPg (Cretaceous-Paleogene) boundary. We caught up with Becky to find out more about her experience studying as a postgraduate research student […]

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Securing my dream job: Meet alumnus Salman

Salman studied BEng Aeronautical Engineering, spent one year in Sweden as part of his course and landed his dream job with Etihad Airways after graduating! Hi Salman, how did you find out about the University of Salford and the course you picked? When I was researching universities, I was looking specifically for institutions that specialise […]

Being part of a global community: Meet Ade

Nigerian graduate, Adepapo Oni, joined the University of Salford to study BEng Mechanical Engineering, and from day one he made friends with people from all over the world who became his global family. Hi Ade, we imagine living so far from home must have been exciting but tough at times too. What made you feel […]

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FROM HONG KONG TO SALFORD, AND BACK: INTERVIEW WITH KA KIN

Hong Kong graduate, Ka Kin Kwok, came all the way to Salford to study MSc Acoustics and then returned home after being offered his dream job at Marshall Day Acoustics – one of the world’s leading acoustic consultancies. We caught up with him to see how his studies have shaped his career. Hi Ka Kin, […]

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Distance Learning – MSc Quantity Surveying (Mechanical and Electrical)

Our taught master’s are a great way to change the direction of your career or become an expert in your field. Mechanical and Electrical Engineer, Michael Wigington, chose to study MSc Quantity Surveying (Mechanical and Electrical) via our distance learning platform, so not only was he able to enhance his skillset but he was able […]

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How my degree helped me land my dream job at a global company: Arjun Nichani

Life as a university student flies by faster than you think, which is why choosing a place to study is such an important decision, with countless factors to take into consideration. Often, broadening your search for a university can unlock a whole world of opportunities. This might mean moving to another country, and spending a […]

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Electronic Engineering to Robotics – Meet Karina

One of the reasons our students love studying at Salford is the support we have on offer for every step of the way. Karina McNally overcame a lot while studying BEng Electronic Engineering, and we caught up with her to find out how the experience shaped her future. Hi Karina, can you tell us why […]

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From Liverpool to Salford, to Istanbul – Meet Michael

MSc Aerospace Engineering student, Michael MacGlashan, tells us all about his aero journey at the University of Salford… Hi Michael, so what inspired you to study MSc Aerospace Engineering? I’ve always had the ambition to learn about how things are built and how they are fixed. I also had a big interest in planes and […]

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From Paraguay to Salford – Meet Patrick Wood

At the University of Salford, we welcome students from all around the world. Patrick Wood came all the way from Paraguay to study BEng Acoustical and Audio Engineering with us, and we met up with him to find out about the amazing experiences he’s had since starting his degree. I chose to study BEng (Hons) […]

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From Kenya to Salford: Interview with Muazzam

Part of what makes studying at Salford so special, is the fact that we have students join us from all around the world. Muazzam Deen came from Nairobi in Kenya to Salford (that’s a distance of 6,450 miles!) to study BEng (Hons) Aeronautical Engineering. He says this experience has moulded him into a different person […]

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Earn as You Learn – Izzi Garvey

Third year, part-time BSc Architectural and Design Technology student, Izzi Garvey, has not only been nominated for the Women in Property Award 2020, but has recently been promoted to an Assistant Architectural Technician with Bellway Homes North West. Izzi tells us all about the benefits of working in industry whilst completing a degree as she […]

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Mechanical Engineering student to Graduate Aeronautical Engineer – Alex Cook

BEng (Hons) Mechanical Engineering alumnus, Alex Cook, recently secured a permanent position with BAE Systems. We caught up with Alex to find out how his Salford experience has benefited him whilst forging a career in the aeronautical engineering industry. Hi, Alex! So, what attracted you to the University of Salford? The location! People do not […]

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The Intriguing World of Human Biology and Infectious Diseases

We spoke with second year BSc Human Biology and Infectious Diseases student, Karolina Staniecka, about the importance of seizing every opportunity available to you at Salford. Hi Karolina, what inspired your decision to study Human Biology and Infectious Diseases? I have always been fascinated by the human body. I want to know every process, structure, […]

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Student to Civil Structural Engineer – Gemma Small

A few weeks ago, we had the pleasure of meeting Gemma Small, a Salford alumna, who graduated in 2016 with an MEng in Civil Engineering. Gemma told us all about her experience at Salford, of how the company Costain not only sponsored her as an undergraduate and offered her an industry placement year, but are […]