How to apply

To make your application to Salford smooth and stress-free, follow this step-by-step guide and make a note of the important dates and deadlines.

I was expecting the application process to be quite tedious and confusing but it was really straightforward. There were a couple of times where I had a query and the admissions team were able to help out straight away.

Rhys

Broadcast Journalism student

STEP 1

STEP 2

Book on to one of our Open Days in June, October and November 2021 by going to salford.ac.uk/undergraduate/open-days. Open Days are your opportunity to meet current students and teaching staff and get a feel for where you’ll study. Before the event, make a note of all your burning questions to ask our staff and students. Think about what you really want to know - not just about your course, but where you’ll live, the experiences you’ll gain, the people you’ll meet. Attend UCAS fairs, go to careers events held in your school or college, talk to your teachers and careers advisor too.

STEP 3

STEP 4

When you’ve made up your mind about which course you want to take, apply online through ucas.com before 15 January 2022

Once your application has been received, to guarantee consideration. You can still it will be considered and we might ask you apply after this date but we can’t guarantee to come and meet us for an interview or your application will be considered as some audition, depending on your course. After courses may close. this, we’ll make a decision and let you know the outcome via UCAS Track. STEP 5 After applying, you should start thinking STEP 6 about how you’ll fund your studies – usually If you are made a conditional or unconditional through a student loan. For more details offer, we’ll invite you to an Applicant Visit visit gov.uk/student-finance Day, which will take place between February and April 2022. STEP 7 STEP 8

If you applied by 15 January you’ll need to choose a firm choice and an insurance choice by early May 2022. Once you’ve received an offer, you should start to think about accommodation. Find out more about all the options available at salford.ac.uk/accommodation

STEP 10

Depending on what you’re currently studying, you should receive your results in July or August. If you’ve met the conditions for your course at Salford, we’ll let you know via UCAS Track that your place is confirmed. If your results were different to those you expected, there may be options open to you through clearing.

STEP 9

In order to guarantee your student finance is in place before you start in September, you should apply for your loan by the end of May 2022. You can check deadlines and apply at gov.uk/apply-online-for-student-finance

WELCOME

You’ll be invited to our Welcome Week in September 2022, during which you can complete your registration, meet new friends, explore the campus and city - and most importantly, have fun!