As an international student from Bangladesh, studying and communicating in English every day was a concern for me. I thought conversation with my teachers would be especially difficult because back home in Bangladesh, teachers are particular about how they are spoken to and interacted with by their students. However, there was no need for me […]
Maimuna Amal Gidado recounts her experience studying MSc Managing Innovation and Information Technology at the University of Salford, from delving into cutting-edge digital marketing strategies to placing 1st in the course’s industry simulation experience. Journey to Salford Business School Opting for Salford was a natural choice for me. With family members who have graduated from […]
Hey, I’m Max, a student here at the University of Salford, in my second year studying Digital Video Production & Marketing. I have a huge passion for creating content, so I am thrilled to begin my role as a Student Social Media Content Creator. I hope to be able to share some of the tips, […]
Who Am I? Hello everyone, my name is Tia. I’m 20 years old and I’m a second-year undergraduate student at the University of Salford, studying Television and Radio Production. Being a media student, it’s only natural that one of my favourite hobbies is to post content on social media. I especially love posting all things […]
Studying as a student can be difficult – especially with plenty of distractions around you on campus. Here are a few the tips I use while studying. Tip number 1: Study away from home Now I know what you are thinking, studying at home can be more comfortable, but that is the exact reason I […]
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 […]
University was an unexpected experience, but it has never been one that I have regretted. I feel that the University of Salford was the right place to be as it inspired me as a woman to find motivation through other stories of women who have succeeded in their careers. Although University doesn’t guarantee you fulfillment […]
Hear from three Salford apprentices about their experience receiving on-the-job training from industry professionals while they study.
Ben Vincent, spoke to us about his time studying BA (Hons) Film Studies and how it has prepared him for life after graduation. Read on to discover his journey to picking Film Studies and the experiences he has encountered whilst studying here. Tell us a little bit about yourself Hello, my name is Ben Vincent, […]
A Salford student has addressed an influential body of the European Union (EU) on its Youth Action Plan and how it can better support young people to build a more resilient, inclusive and sustainable future. Third year undergraduate student Mohamud Jama addressed the Africa, Caribbean and Pacific (EU-ACP) Follow-Up Committee of the European Economic and […]
Student life can be very hectic especially when you’re going to lectures through a very active and loud campus. The busy student life isn’t for everyone. Some of us want to be in a quieter area between lectures and when we hang out with friends. Luckily there are calmer spots on campus. Keep reading to […]
Meet Sara Kassam, who is studying our IBMS-accredited BSc Biomedical Science course. What inspired you to choose this field of study? I have always been fascinated by the human body, and each day, I learn something new that blows my mind. This course will allow me to explore the building blocks in life and link […]
Salford can be a place where you unlock your potential, and where you can use your studies to enact change in the world. This is certainly the case with courses from our School of Health and Society which focuses on a human-centred approach. A prestigious scholar, Kabiru Ajibola benefited from this approach as he came […]
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 […]
MediaCity is home to one of our campuses and if you study any of our media subjects you will likely be spending a lot of time here, but it is not only for creatives! It is a great place to go and live as a university student. To help you get to know it a […]
Photography has been a huge part of my life since my childhood, but in recent years I found myself unmotivated to go out and shoot more, as shooting digital wasn’t inspiring me enough. I wanted to try something different to re-ignite my passion and love for photography, and that’s when I discovered film. I saw […]
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 […]
Hear from Tilly-Rose Wilkin, final year Wildlife Conservation with Zoo Biology student. Which field trips 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, […]
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 […]
What made you decide to join the Salford Racing society and how did you get involved? Sounds cliché but I have had a lifelong passion for motorsport and cars in general, so when I saw a race car at a fresher’s fair, I was naturally drawn to it. I spoke with some of the team […]