Location.

Manchester and Salford are both lively and diverse cities, with people from all backgrounds coming to live and study. The city centres are within walking distance of Peel Park Quarter and can also be accessed easily on public transport.

Salford is home to MediaCityUK, a unique waterfront destination and one of the country’s leading digital and media hubs. The University of Salford is the only university to have a campus at MediaCityUK.

As well as being on the doorstep of Manchester’s shops, nightlife and entertainment, Salford has its own great selection of relaxed local pubs and bars to unwind in.

Greater Manchester is proud to be LGBTQI+ friendly. From The University of Salford’s support of their LGBTQI+ students to Manchester’s hugely popular Gay Village and its renowned annual Pride Parade Weekend.

There are some fantastic cultural destinations to visit in Greater Manchester, including the Manchester Museum, the People’s History Museum, the Museum of Science & Industry, and the Imperial War Museum North. The Salford Museum & Art Gallery and the Working-Class Movement Library can also be found on the University of Salford campus.

The Village is operated in partnership with the University and is situated directly on the main campus, surrounded by the scenic Peel Park with its open green spaces. For those studying at the Frederick Road campus, you can get there by foot in just 15 minutes.

As a resident, you’ll have access to communal study spaces, cinema and games rooms, a multi-faith room, as well as laundry facilities and a free on-site gym.

Also, on your doorstep are many campus facilities, including the Clifford Whitworth library, University Support Services, Sports Centre, student store and the lively Students’ Union bar, Atmosphere.

Thanks to our free events programme, which runs throughout the academic year, you’ll make friends in no time. Hang out with your flatmates in your shared kitchen and lounge area and meet new neighbours in one of the Village’s many social spaces.

There are plenty of regular and direct buses to Manchester city centre, or you can walk it in 30 minutes. In addition, University of Salford students studying at MediaCityUK can take advantage of free travel on the dedicated bus service, which runs past the Village and onto Salford Quays.