Let’s be real—the cold is hitting hard, and it’s way too easy to just stay in, wrap yourself up like a human burrito, and binge your fave Netflix shows. But hold up! This is your sign to shake things up, make some core memories, and fully vibe with the festive magic of being a student […]
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, […]
The new academic year is in full flow, which yes, means lots of studying ahead, but also a whole new year of opportunities beyond the classroom. Many of my favourite memories at university come from spending time with my friends attending festivals, gigs, events and exploring the city of Manchester. Here’s some exciting events in […]
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 […]
The great thing about Salford is how accessible everything is by foot! If you’re looking for some walks you can do between your studies, here are some of my favourites. 1. Manchester to MediaCity MediaCityUK is home to one of our campuses so here’s how to get there from Manchester City Centre. This route takes […]
Travelling around Salford and Manchester couldn’t be easier thanks to its excellent transport links! From tram services to cycle paths, outstanding rail links to local buses, there are many ways you can get from A to B without breaking the bank. Here are some affordable ways you can travel around the city while on a student budget. Green […]
Spending a bit of time at uni but your accommodation is a little far away to go home for a quick relaxation session? Well, we’ve got some brilliant spaces on our campuses to help you chill out, study or socialise. No need to go all the way back home! Study Areas If you’re on campus […]
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.
The thought process associated with Welcome Week for some new students might be ‘Move in, stock up on drinks, meet your flatmates, flat night out, party all of freshers week’ and then inevitably spend the last weekend of freshers’ week curled up in your new bed, Netflix on, ‘dying’ from too many late nights. Now […]
Manchester and Salford are famous for many things: the architecture, the culture, the music, and most famously of all…the University of Salford! Days out in the city can be expensive – especially on a student budget, but they don’t have to break the bank. We’ve put together a guide to help you explore your city […]
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 […]
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 […]
Summertime at uni can feel a bit different to other parts of the academic year, especially if you’re on break or you’re one of the small number of students still on campus. For some this period feels great, but it can also feel a bit lonely. There are lots of ways to re-connect without spending […]
Spring has officially sprung in Salford (despite some April showers). Here are some budget friendly spring activities to do while being in Salford. 1. Go for a walk in nature: Nature can be a really lovely way to spend time outside in spring, especially as the weather starts to warm up and winter starts to […]
I am a few months away from finishing off my third year at Salford and there are quite a few things I will miss being a student here… 1- Living in a city So I originally came from the outskirts of Chester (near the border of Wales) so I was so used to living in […]
Manchester can be an exciting place with so many things to go and do. If you find yourself on campus over Easter Break, then here are a few picks from us of places you should go and explore: 1. Visit the museums: Museums can be a fun, budget friendly and an easy day out. There […]
Moving abroad can be scary and trust me most international students all worry about the same things before arriving in the UK to study. Moving from Spain to study in the UK was daunting but after a couple of weeks, all my worries had gone away. So in this blog post, I’m going to break […]
Hear from third year Biochemistry with Studies in the USA student, Peter Reid, who studied a year abroad at the University of Toledo. What inspired you to study abroad with your course? I saw the opportunity when I was applying for universities, and thought it would be a good way to enhance my degree. I […]