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Tips for settling into University as a new student 

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 […]

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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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How to Apply to the University of Salford as an International Student 

Applying to schools in the UK, especially as an international student, can be pretty overwhelming, but fear not!  We are here to simplify the process and guide you seamlessly towards your dream course at the University of Salford.  Before we get started, note that there are three ways to apply: UCAS, direct application and application […]

Blog: Introducing Yewande 

Hello there!  My name is Yewande, I am a 26-year-old international master’s student currently studying Digital Marketing. I’m not the typical digital marketing master’s student with a background in a similar course, I did my bachelor’s degree in chemistry and found my way in marketing immediately after I graduated. I did that for 4 years before […]

Discover Salford’s History 

You may have spent a lot of time in Salford; whether you’ve been studying on campus or exploring everything the city has to offer, but how much do you know about its history? Salford is rich in industrial heritage and cultural significance with a legacy older than our neighbour Manchester (but hey, who’s keeping score?). […]

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Your postgrad bucket list

Congratulations, you made it to uni! This is a really exciting time but – take our word for it – it’ll absolutely fly by, especially if you’re only here for a year. It can seem like there’s so much to do and so little time to do it, but don’t let that overwhelm you. We’ve […]

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Gaining transferable skills studying BSc Biomedical Science 

At Salford, our focus is on teaching our students the industry-standard skills and transferable skills they need to succeed in the world of work. We caught up with Wiktoria, a BSc Biomedical Science student, to find out she is developing these skills and what else she is enjoying about her time so far at Salford. […]

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Meet Alumni Award winner – Dr Sun Mingxu

We were delighted to catch up with Dr Sun Mingxu who studied both his master’s and doctoral degree at Salford. Sun has gone on to launch his own business helping people recover from stroke. What did you study at Salford and what were your key achievements during this time? I studied a master’s in Manufacturing […]

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Starting a master’s after 8 years in the industry: Q&A with Ye Qiao

We had the pleasure of speaking to Ye Qiao who started on the MSc Nursing course at Salford in September 2020. Although she already has 8 years of clinical work experience, she has decided to study at Salford to further her studies and gain more in-depth professional and theoretical knowledge within an international context. She […]

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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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Business graduate, Qijun, told us what he’ll be missing about Salford.

Qijun has just completed his undergraduate studies at the University of Salford and is about to start his next challenge. We have met him to find out what he enjoyed about being a Salford student. Why did you decide to study at the University of Salford? Salford itself is a quiet small city adjacent to […]

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New student, Miao, shares reasons for choosing the University of Salford

We have met with Miao as he was preparing to embark on his university journey, and he’s shared with us what attracted him to Salford and what he is most looking forward to. Hi Miao, why did you decide to study at the University of Salford? The main reason why I chose to study at […]

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Physiotherapy graduate opens his own clinic in Hong Kong.

Man Ho Calvin Kwan, from Hong Kong, graduated in 2016 and set up his own physiotherapy clinic in Hong Kong just one year later! Hi Calvin, let’s start with your studies…what did you enjoy most studying at the University of Salford? What I loved the most about studying BSc Physiotherapy is the fact that we […]

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10 film characters which sum up the move to university perfectly

You’ve received your offer, you’re beginning to pack and it’s nearly time to wave goodbye to your friends. That’s right, you’re moving to university! You’re probably brimming with excitement, along with a few nerves thrown in. To take the edge off a little and to give you an idea of what to expect, here’s 10 […]