University of Salford: UG Study Guide 2024

OPEN DAYS

Come and meet us at one of our Open Days.

You can join us on 17 June, 7 October and 4 November 2023. There will be guided tours, presentations about the subjects you’re interested in and opportunities to meet our academics and students.

To find out more and to book your place, visit salford.ac.uk/opendays

If you’ve not quite made up your mind yet about which course to take, our Open Days are a great chance to chat to our teaching staff and figure out which path is right for you. You’ll be given information about the types of modules you could study, what kind of work placements could be available and the possible careers ahead of you.

Student ambassadors will be available to answer any questions you might have, and they’ll be more than happy to chat to you about their own experiences of life at Salford. You'll also be able to explore our campus and take a look at our student accommodation.

In the meantime, you can explore Salford through our virtual hub at explore.salford.ac.uk

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find out more about the University of Salford. Salford is an ambitious, thriving university and there are countless reasons that students choose to study here. Whether it’s our award-winning academics, warm and welcoming campus, state-of-the-art facilities, or fantastic location in the city of Salford and with Manchester's vibrant city centre on our doorstep. Whatever your reason, we’re pleased that you are interested in being part of our community too.

At Salford, our aim is to help you pursue your passions, provide you with exciting opportunities, and develop the skills and confidence you need to graduate and step into your chosen career. We want to help make sure that your time here becomes some of the best years of your life.

Industry connections are at the heart of everything we do. We form strong partnerships with businesses and organisations from all sectors, working closely with them to develop courses that are up-to-date and relevant to the challenges that society faces today.

Salford as a city is undergoing a significant amount of change, through a large amount of investment. We’re right at the heart of that journey with the Crescent Masterplan, an £800 million investment plan designed to transform the University and the surrounding area over the coming years.

We’ve invested heavily in our own campus facilities. For example, our three newest buildings are a new £65 million home for the School of Science, Engineering and Environment, Energy House 2.0, a new worldleading research centre in energy efficient housing design, and we are home to the new North of England Robotics Innovation Centre. There’s no doubt that by studying here in Greater Manchester you’ll be at the centre of

innovation, education, industry, and culture. You’ll be in an area of the country whose economic potential and scope for growth exceeds that of any other UK city region outside London*.

This means that not only is Salford a great place to study, but it’s also a fantastic place to live, work, and for your future prospects.

We want you to enjoy studying here and to know that, throughout your time with us, you’ll be well supported. Our dedicated student support services are on hand to help with your academic studies or wellbeing support. It doesn’t matter what it is, you’ll be signposted to help, guidance and advice whenever you need it.

We hope that you take all the opportunities to make the most of your time with us at Salford. Whether that's by joining a society, excelling in a work placement or learning a new language alongside your studies, we’re all here to help you succeed and to Become Unstoppable.

All best wishes,

Dr Sam Grogan Pro Vice-Chancellor Student Experience

* Greater Manchester Combined Authority, May 2021

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ALWAYS EVOLVING

We are a university that always has and always will do things differently. We’re innovators, we create opportunities and choices

we’re made in Salford and we’re proud to be.

At Salford, we're constantly evolving to meet the needs of our students, society, and industry. We’ve invested heavily in our teaching, global research, facilities, and accommodation to help ensure that an education at Salford gives you an extra advantage: real world experience. Here's just a snapshot of some of our key achievements over the last decade.

OCTOBER 2015

Our £81 million Peel Park Quarter student accommodation opened, which now houses nearly 1,500 students each year.

SEPTEMBER 2016

EARLY 2016

The £6.2 million refurbishment of our Clifford Whitworth library was completed, bringing over 250 new individual and group study spaces and much more.

FEBRUARY 2016

Our New Adelphi building first opened its doors to students studying art, design, fashion, music performance and photography.

SEPTEMBER 2016

Our first cohort of degree apprenticeship students joined us, studying quantity surveying.

SEPTEMBER 2016

Our Engels’ Beard statue was unveiled.

JULY 2016

Sir Walter Bodmer officially opened our £3 million Bodmer Lab, housed in our Cockcroft Building.

Our simulation suites opened. Designed to mirror hospital and counselling environments, they help to train the next generation of nurses, midwives and counsellors.

NOVEMBER 2017

This year marked the opening of our new Faith Centre on campus. The centre brings together space for group worship, private prayer, personal reflection, social activities, pastoral support and relaxation.

EARLY 2023

Our brand-new £65 million home for the School of Science, Engineering and Environment officially opens, providing a state-of-the-art collaborative workshop and laboratory space at the heart of Peel Park campus.

OCTOBER 2022

Salford rises 10 places to 88th in the influential The Times and The Sunday Times Good University Guide 2023.

SEPTEMBER 2022

Salford climbs up five places to 89th in the Guardian University League 2023.

2019

LOOKING TO THE FUTURE

Over the coming years, Salford as a city will be undergoing a significant amount of change and our university is right at the heart of that journey. The Crescent Masterplan is an £800 million investment designed to transform the city.

The next steps of the Masterplan will see the arrival of a new Acoustics Lab and Business School added to our Peel Park campus and our vision for a more pedestrian-friendly campus come to life, with Salford Rise, a pedestrian bridge which will link our Peel Park and Frederick Road campuses.

JUNE 2022

The 2021 Research Excellence Framework (REF) results were released, confirming that 78% of research led at Salford was rated as world-leading or internationally excellent.

AUGUST 2022

The University received the prestigious White Ribbon accreditation after making a firm commitment to ending men’s violence and abuse against women.

EARLY 2020

Our Sports Centre opened its new floodlit 3G pitch, which is now used for a range of sports in all weathers, including football, rugby league and union, softball and even ultimate frisbee!

MARCH 2022

We ranked 6th in the English Social Mobility Index, recognising our inclusive approach, and our focus on developing our students into workready graduates.

FEBRUARY 2022

The build of Energy House 2.0 was completed. This unique facility will play a key role in accelerating the progress towards low carbon and net zero housing design and builds upon the success of the original Energy House Laboratory, which opened in 2012.

Our commuter hubs opened, providing a dedicated space for commuting students to relax between lectures. They feature chill-out spaces, a lounge area with TV, a kitchenette with microwaves, fridges and hot water and lockers.

2020

We celebrated ten years of our MediaCity campus.

Find out what the future holds for the University of Salford

SALFORD AND PROUD

Salford is part of Greater Manchester; a thriving, diverse city-region in the north-west of England and home to some of the friendliest and most open people you’ll meet. There’s an entrepreneurial spirit here - we’ve got big ideas and we make them happen.

But we also know how to have fun – with some of the greatest sports, culture, and music

scenes in the world, Salford and Manchester are home to anyone who loves to work hard and play hard.

Our main campus is just 2km from Manchester city centre, and our MediaCity campus shares a skyline with the BBC and ITV. Everything you need for an outstanding university experience.

With Salford Crescent train station right next to the main campus, travelling is super easy. Whether it’s a 10-minute journey into Manchester or a two-hour trip to London – it’s so handy!

In less than an hour you can enjoy the shops, bars, restaurants and cultural sights of cities Liverpool, Chester and Preston. If a day outdoors is more your thing, the seaside towns of Blackpool and Morecambe or the market towns and national parks of the Lake and Peak District can be reached in under two hours.

You’ll never find yourself short of something to do here, whatever your interests.

There are many things that make the University of Salford unique, but our location is one of the things that really sets us apart.

EMMA Broadcast Journalism student

The north-west of England is home to varied cities, relaxing countryside, and unique coastline. With great transport links, Salford is ideally situated for exploring everything the region has to offer.

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University life isn’t just about lectures and labs – the city you live in also shapes how you learn and the person you become.

The variety of leisure, restaurants and nightlife in Salford and Manchester is the highlight of living here. There is always something to do at any time of the day and Manchester is very accommodating for students from anywhere and any background.

CORRINNE Business Management with Sport student

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Visit vimeo.com/771944666 to get a taster of what the cities have to offer.

CULTURE AND ART SHOPPING

Manchester city centre offers shops to suit every budget, with the best high street and designer names at the Arndale Centre, as well as vintage and alternative markets in Afflecks Palace and the Northern Quarter. The Trafford Centre is also just a short bus or tram ride away.

The Science and Industry Museum is a mustsee for engineering students, telling the story of Manchester’s pivotal role in the advancement of technology and industry.

Just a ten minute walk from Peel Park campus, Islington Mill is home to radical, subversive music and visual arts, with a mix of events and exhibitions to inspire and surprise you.

Whitworth Art Gallery in Manchester holds an eclectic and ever-changing collection of historic fine art, contemporary and modern art, textiles, prints and sculptures, set in the beautiful Whitworth Park. Whilst Salford Museum and Art Gallery, right on our doorstep, lets you step back in time to 1897 in its re-creation of a typical northern street.

and Manchester are cities full of history, culture and places just waiting to be discovered and explored.

/ Science and Industry Museum, Manchester

/ Salford Art Gallery

/ The Trafford Centre

FOOD AND DRINK

Salford’s Chapel Street, just a few minutes’ walk from our Peel Park campus, is home to a growing number of independent outlets including veggie favourite Deli Lama, authentic Italian pizzeria Vero Moderno, homemade Spanish tapas restaurant Porta and the beautiful cakes and artwork of GK Gallery.

In the Northern Quarter it’s all about quirky diners, canteens and cafes – from huge breakfasts or vegan junk food, to Americanstyle burgers and homemade cakes.

Manchester’s Chinatown is the second biggest in the UK, with a host of Chinese, Korean and Japanese restaurants, as well as a number of speciality supermarkets. Just outside of the city centre you’ll find Rusholme’s famous ‘curry mile’ offering Indian, South East Asian and Middle Eastern cuisine.

Make sure you also visit one of the regular food markets in Manchester city centre or at Salford Quays, whilst the indoor market at Mackie Mayor brings you quality food and drink from local producers and brewers.

We admit it, we’re a bunch of foodies here and you can experience all types of cuisine at Salford and Manchester’s many food and drink establishments.

Hear from our own students on what they love about the local area, from outdoor swimming and running routes, to the best places for brunch and where you can get your next culture fix.

/ Chapel Street, Salford

/ Chinatown, Manchester

/ Rudy's Pizza, Manchester

MUSIC AND THEATRE

Live music is everywhere in Manchester. See the biggest names at venues such as the AO Arena Manchester, the Academy and the O2 Apollo; indie and underground gigs at Night and Day Café, Soup Kitchen and Gorilla; plus annual festivals such as Parklife and Sounds from the Other City.

HOME is more than a cinema; it’s Manchester’s centre for international contemporary art, theatre and film, complete with a bar and restaurant. Discover your new favourite director and get involved in exciting events and exhibitions. We’re proud to be founding partners of HOME, which opens up opportunities for students such as gaining direct industry involvement in the curriculum on relevant courses.

The Lowry Theatre, named after the Salford artist LS Lowry and located at Salford Quays, hosts

plays, comedy shows, dance performances, family activities and gallery exhibitions – right on our doorstep next to MediaCity.

Want to enjoy your culture even closer to home while you're here? Our Peel Park campus is home to New Adelphi Theatre, a 350-seat theatre which hosts a range of events, from side-splitting comedy to groundbreaking dance projects and big band entertainment, involving both our own students and external companies.

Living in Salford and being so close to Manchester city centre means I get to experience so much culture which is fantastic. When I’m in university, I study at MediaCity so I get to go celebrity spotting!

RHYS Broadcast Journalism student

/ New Adelphi Theatre

SPORT

If you’re into sport, you couldn’t choose a better city to live and study in. Sportcity houses Manchester City Football Club’s Etihad Stadium, as well as the National Squash Centre and Regional Tennis Centre. Here you’ll also find the National Cycling Centre, which includes the Manchester Velodrome and Manchester BMX Club. Old Trafford, home to the world-famous Manchester United Football Club, is also just two miles from Peel Park campus.

The Manchester Aquatics Centre, purpose built for the 2002 Commonwealth Games, boasts a 50 metre swimming pool, diving pool, gym and health suite.

If going for a run to clear your head and get some fresh air is more your type of sport, there are plenty of local running routes to enjoy. You can take part in local organised runs such as parkrun (and there's one that takes place on our very own Peel Park!) or join the University's own running club to make some friends.

NIGHTLIFE

Whether you want sophisticated cocktails in Spinningfields, a fun and fabulous night out on Canal Street, or the chance to practice your putting skills at Junkyard Golf Club, there’s so much to see and do when you spend your evenings in one of the cities' many unique social neighbourhoods.

At night, Salford and Manchester come to life and you’ll discover that the social scene and nightlife here is second to none.

/ Old Trafford

/ Manchester Aquatics Centre

/ Salford Quays

CAMPUSOURCACAMPUSOURCAMPUSOUR ORCAMPUSOURCAMPUS

Our campus has been built with everyone who uses it in mindour students, staff, businesses and local residents – and we’ve created a space where everyone feels welcome.

Our friendly on-campus security team is consistently recognised and accredited for their efforts in keeping everyone safe.

Living on campus has allowed me to get my first taste of independence, whilst surrounded by other people starting out on their university journeys, too - so you’re never far from a friendly face when you need one!

CHARLOTTE Journalism student

WHAT’S ON CAMPUS

OUR TEACHING AND LEARNING FACILITIES ARE SPLIT BETWEEN OUR THREE CAMPUSES...

PEEL PARK

Our Peel Park campus offers you the best of both worlds: state-of-the-art learning facilities within minutes of a world-class city, set against beautiful green spaces to relax and socialise in.

On this campus you’ll easily spot our futuristic New Adelphi building, the home of our art, design, music and performance and fashion subjects. Equally as eye-catching though is the Peel building, which opened in 1896 and is one of our founding buildings.

SCIENCE, ENGINEERING AND ENVIRONMENT’S NEW HOME

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FREDERICK ROAD

Frederick Road campus is where all our health and social science courses are delivered. It houses an impressive range of facilities, including a radiography centre, psychology testing lab, a world-class human performance laboratory, and working clinics for prosthetics and orthotics, podiatry, and sport and rehabilitation.

Here you’ll also find our simulation suites which include a midwifery clinic with birthing simulators, a replica hospital environment, counselling suites, and an Occupational Therapy rehabilitation flat. We are proud to be the home of the EPSRC Centre for Doctoral Training in Prosthetics and Orthotics, a global centre for excellence in doctoral study and research.

MEDIACITY

We are the only university to have a campus at MediaCity, the home of TV, digital and creative businesses in the north, including the BBC and ITV.

MediaCity is a lively, professional environment, with a wide range of restaurants, bars, shops and leisure facilities alongside production houses and tech hubs.

My name is Kaya, a second-year student studying BSc (Hons) Nutrition and Exercise as Medicine. A typical week includes studying a number of different modules, some of which are theory and some practical and they have a range of different assessment methods including essays, stimulated interviews, phase tests and practical assessments.

MEET KAYA

MONDAY

10AM: BEHAVIOUR CHANGE TECHNIQUES

Throughout the semester we have discussed 93 different behaviour change techniques and different behaviour models as part of the Healthy Behaviour and Promoting Change module. We have learnt to use different techniques when working with people with different goals, personal situations and health conditions. Recently, we had a graduate of the programme come in and deliver some content aligned with a psychology-based questionnaire she devised during her postgraduate study to assess mental health.

TUESDAY

9AM: APPLIED NUTRITION AND DIETARY ANALYSIS

During this module, we have been asked to record a three-day food diary and use a piece of software called Nutritics to analyse and identify where any improvements can be made and to highlight any deficiencies that we may have.

One lesson that particularly interested me was about Glycaemic index and Glycaemic load. This involved three students volunteering to each have a different drink and have their blood glucose monitored, using a finger prick test, throughout the lesson. We then analysed the findings afterwards.

1PM: WORKPLACE AND CORPORATE HEALTH AND WELLBEING

On a Tuesday afternoon, I attend sessions on promoting health and wellbeing interventions within the workplace, and particularly those that have low levels of activity. By the end of the semester, I will have researched what interventions have been used within literature to make the workplace a healthier environment. I have investigated the activity levels of administration staff at the University and made recommendations on how they could increase these levels throughout the day.

WEDNESDAY

INDEPENDENT STUDY

Wednesday is one of my days off from university. I utilise my time well by working on my essays week by week. I also use this time to complete any reading and to run over any lesson content that I may have found difficult from the past week.

THURSDAY

10AM: ADVANCED EXERCISE PRESCRIPTION

In the first year, we took a module called Fundamental Exercise Prescription, where we gained our Level 2 Gym Instructing qualification. This year we're building on this and we are working towards achieving our Level 2 Personal Training qualification.

In the morning we have a lecture to advance our knowledge surrounding training techniques. These training techniques can be used on anybody from recreational users to elite athletes. In the afternoon, we have a practical session which is either in the exercise lab or in the sports hall. This has allowed me to apply my knowledge in a practical setting and we are taught to relay highly scientific information to the layperson. One of the students from my class volunteered to perform a VO2 max test, which is a gold standard test to assess cardiovascular fitness. We later analysed his results against nominal data and assessed how much his heart rate and breathing rate increased throughout the test.

FRIDAY

REVISION

Friday is another day free of lectures. On Friday, I either work my part-time job as a care support worker or use this time to progress my assignments and revise the content in preparation for any exams or quizzes that my lecturers have set for us.

In my final year, I will be using one of the lecture-free days to undertake a nine month placement in an area of my choice and I am really looking forward to that.

OUR FACILITIES

We have a long history of providing people with the tools they need to succeed. We invest heavily in our facilities to ensure you’re using industry-standard equipment during your studies, meaning you’ll graduate with a working knowledge of the practical concepts that you’ll be faced with day to day. We’ve got ambitious plans for the future too, and our campus continues to evolve and grow.

Our doors are also open to industry, and you’ll often brush shoulders with staff from commercial organisations using our facilities for testing products or training their staff. Here’s just a taster of some of the facilities on campus…

BUSINESS LEARNING SUITES

The learning suites in our Business School offer a range of technologically enhanced spaces to enrich your applied learning. You’ll have access to digitally-powered collaborative, group and individual spaces that facilitate live projects and discussions.

And you’ll learn by using tools such as Digital Whiteboards, Gameplay Applications and VR headsets that simulate the working environments of the future.

ANECHOIC CHAMBER

One of a select few found in the world, our anechoic chamber provides students, researchers and industry partners with a unique acoustic environment.

Regarded as the quietest place in the north-west, this room is ideal for testing microphones, musical equipment and quiet products. Once you enter the chamber and close the doors, it’s said that you can even hear your blood circulating!

ART AND DESIGN

Our specialist workshops include traditional model-making facilities, advanced CNC machines (3D printers, laser cutters and milling) and a printing lab with a huge selection of specialist equipment including screen printers, lithotables, fabric printers, etching presses, fashion and textiles workshops and felt looms.

For photographers, we have seven fully-equipped professional studios complete with lighting equipment, a darkroom, the latest cameras and accessories, and large-format digital printers. There are plenty of social spaces, with a gallery area, a large lobby for exhibitions, and a café and bar with spectacular views from its roof terrace.

RADIOGRAPHY SUITES

Our Centre for Medical Imaging, located on our Frederick Road campus, has allowed the University to become a leader in the region, as well as nationally and internationally recognised. The facility has recently undergone massive development thanks to a £2.5 million investment from a collaboration with GE Healthcare.

With unrivalled clinical and simulation facilities, the facility is home to a Revolution Maxima CT scanner, two Discovery static digital X-ray systems, an Optima digital mobile X-ray system and five ultrasound scanners. Following a recently won grant from Garfield Weston, we have also acquired a Sonograph Pristina 3D full field digital mammography system. Additionally, the imaging centre has a digital intraoral and orthopantomography dental imaging systems and MedaPhor intelligent ultrasound simulators.

STUDENTS’ UNION

The University of Salford Students’ Union (USSU) is based at University House and is an independent charity run by students, for students, working to make sure you love your life at Salford. The Student Officers and President are all elected students, who work full-time to represent your views and ensure your voice is heard. The union offers fantastic opportunities to meet like-minded people and make great friends for life, running over 50 student-led activity groups to suit every interest. USSU also offers an advice and support service for all students to help you through any challenges you may face during your time at Salford.

See page 66 to find out more, or visit salfordstudents.com or @salfordsu (Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, Snapchat).

LIBRARY SERVICES

Clifford Whitworth Library, based at the centre of Peel Park campus, is a truly modern learning space with PC suites, Mac computers, bookable work rooms and much more. In addition to Clifford Whitworth Library, there are several study spaces on campus and a purpose-built library at MediaCity. salford.ac.uk/library

PROSTHETIC AND ORTHOTICS FACILITIES

We are proud that our unique Prosthetic and Orthotic facilities are home to a £5 million research centre, designed to create the next generation of doctorally-qualified leaders in Prosthetics and Orthotics.

The project brings together 27 industry and clinical partners. As one of only two institutions in the United Kingdom currently offering this programme, we provide a superb learning environment for students to begin their training and embark on a fascinating career opportunity.

Students of Prosthetics and Orthotics are taught hands-on clinical practice while dealing with real patients in our custom-designed clinic rooms. Further practice is undertaken in our workshops which boast a well-equipped machine room with CADCAM facilities and the plaster room where impressions of patients’ anatomy can be modified for the subsequent manufacture of custom-made prostheses or orthoses.

Students also have the opportunity to conduct motion analysis in one of three movement laboratories.

HUMAN PERFORMANCE LAB

Our human performance laboratory contains almost every type of physiological, performance analysis and biomechanical testing equipment, including industry-standard hardware and software for performance analysis such as HiPod filming equipment, Sportscode, Wyscout, and Nacsport. The lab also contains a 30 metre sprint track with inbuilt force platforms, motion capture systems, blood and gas analysis equipment and speed guns.

PERFORMANCE AND DANCE

You can stage live shows in our large, 350-capacity theatre and record scenes in our 100m2 TV studio with professional rig, three camera set-up and high-quality standard set. Eight performance studios provide lots of rehearsal space, and dancers will enjoy two large studios with sprung floors, full-length mirrors, ballet barres, natural light and in-built PA systems.

MUSIC

Our large band room has enough space for a concert piano, a full orchestra or a full ensemble. It includes full recording facilities for live performances, a listening room, a surround-sound studio and a sound and music design suite. All studios feature grand or upright pianos, guitars and basses and professional drum kits, as well as synthesizers and drum machines.

BODMER LABORATORY

The Bodmer Lab, named after Sir Walter Bodmer, the British scientist behind the mapping of the human genome, is our multi-million pound hub for students studying biology, biomedical sciences, chemistry and wildlife-related courses.

The Bodmer Lab provides our students with learning experiences using advanced technical equipment in an accessible, interconnected environment. Equipped with a sophisticated AV system and network of screens, the space is designed to ensure that students can clearly see and hear the lecturers and technicians from wherever they are situated.

PODIATRY CLINIC SALFOOD

Our students use our on-site clinic to provide a wide range of treatments to members of the public. The clinic houses an orthoses suite with workshops, CAD and manufacturing facilities, a gait examination room and lab, private treatment rooms and teaching spaces.

All our restaurants and cafés are operated by Salfood, with each outlet offering a slightly different menu. You’ll find everything from full meals to street food, including vegetarian, halal and healthy options, with allergies and intolerances catered for in most outlets.

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MEDIACITY

MediaCity is at the heart of digital creativity and is home to the BBC, ITV, the University of Salford and over 200 other companies from the creative and digital media sectors.

It’s the main learning space for our media, film, TV and digital courses. 1,500 undergraduate and postgraduate students are based at our MediaCity campus and enjoy access to industry-standard production suites, TV studios, a TV newsroom and animation suites. Being based in one of the country’s leading digital and creative hubs also means that our students are ideally placed to take advantage of industry placement and collaboration opportunities.

MediaCity is home to our student-led broadcast channel, Quays News - our University-wide news channel made by students right here on campus with support from industry professionals and guest editors from the BBC and ITV.

WHAT’S HERE

STOP-FRAME STUDIO

Here you can find five animation booths equipped with industry-standard lighting, grip, software and cameras. The booths are versatile and can be configured to meet a variety of production needs.

POST-PRODUCTION

There are a mixture of dedicated editing suites and classrooms with Mac and PC workstations equipped to meet the demands of contemporary workflows in editing, colour grading, VFX, animation, audio editing and mixing.

WORLD-CLASS TV STUDIOS

Here, you have full 1080p HD cameras and video systems with 5.1 surround sound mixing, fully-virtual 3D sets and green screens equivalent to those used by the BBC, ITV and Sky.

We also have three radio studios designed to match the set up of the BBC’s radio studios.

JOURNALISM CENTRE

This contains TV news and radio studios, gallery space and newsroom for editing content packages.

THE DIGITAL MEDIA PERFORMANCE LAB

We have one of the largest HD screens in Europe, right here in Salford. This experimental performance and lecture space is perfect for showcasing computer games, animation, dance and new creative technology.

FABRICATION LAB

This is a specialist workshop and studio space designed to encourage creative collaboration between physical process and digital design.

MAKER SPACE

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WELCOME TO THE MAKER

SPACE - our flagship additive and digital manufacturing facility supported by our Salford-based industry partner Morson Group - a global leader in technical recruitment and engineering excellence.

THE MAKER SPACE

Maker Space is open to students, staff and industry partners to explore and iterate solutions for manufacturing, electronics and all design challenges.

Students have access to several digital and technology enabled workspaces with access to 3D printers, laser cutters, vinyl cutters and clean working spaces for testing, metrology and assembling projects. There is also a dedicated computer suite for 2D and 3D design (CAD) and electronics workbenches.

The Maker Space includes the Morson Engine Room, a heavy duty workshop with industrial grade machinery fitted with a waterjet cutter, 5-axis CNC mill, CNC laithe, CNC router and welding station, that supports industry-standard methods of production.

CAMERON Civil Engineering student

The facilities we have access to are brilliant and allow us to create highly accurate models down to the smallest of details.

SUSTAINABILITY AT SALFORD

Climate change is one of the biggest challenges facing society. As one of the largest organisations in Greater Manchester, with over 20,000 students and 2,500 staff across 27 buildings and around 70 hectares, we are aware of our impact on local, national and international environments.

In the 2021 REF results, 78% of research at Salford was rated as world-leading or internationally excellent. With research into Earth Systems and Environmental Sciences regarded as 100% outstanding or having very considerable impact.

Our vision is that by embedding sustainability in all aspects of university life, we will enable our University community to have a great place to study, live, work and relax, all whilst ensuring we are managing our social and environmental impact.

We’re a silver accredited hedgehog friendly campus. We work hard to ensure our campuses are places where hedgehogs can safely live and thrive!

IGNITION GREEN WALL

Our living lab, located on our Peel Park campus, is home to the living green wall. Consisting of four different planted sections that include biodiversity, seasonal, pollinator, edible – this mass of plant life and soil helps utilise excess rainwater from across the University and attract more biodiversity to the campus.

ENERGY HOUSE LABS

Salford’s Energy House is a unique research and testing laboratory which comprises an early 20th century two-bedroom terrace house within an environmental chamber. Over the last ten years, research here has led to important changes in the way that UK housing becomes more energy efficient.

In February 2022, we opened Energy House 2.0. This unique facility with two environmental chambers, each able to accommodate two detached houses under controlled conditions, will play a key role in accelerating the progress towards low carbon and net zero housing design.

PEEL PARK

Situated right on our doorstep sits the green haven of Peel Park, which is a perfect escape from city life. Bringing tranquility to our campus, Peel Park is perfect for a summer picnic, early morning jog or leisurely stroll to clear your head in between lectures.

PEOPLE AND PLANET AWARD

In 2022, the University ranked 9th out of 153 UK institutions and received a First-Class award in the People and Planet’s University League. Salford was named as one of the UK’s most sustainable universities based on criteria including energy sources and waste to sustainable food and education for sustainable development.

GREEN FLAG AWARD WINNERS 2022

For the fourth year running, Salford received the prestigious Green Flag award, with our campus having been recognised and rewarded for being a well-managed outdoor green space.

Our aim is to have a green and welcoming campus which supports students in their journey at university.

COMMUNITY GROWING SPACE

With our local community and students’ wellbeing in mind, we recently launched a Community Growing Space on campus. Located behind Clifford Whitworth Library, and with beautiful views of Peel Park, in this new space you’ll find planters filled with herbs and flowers, resting spots for meditation and outdoor meetings, a birdhouse and bird feeding station.

GETTING INVOLVED

If you want to help make a difference at Salford, there are plenty of volunteering opportunities available from signing up to our sustainability engagement programme Green Impact, to joining the Wildlife Society or attending our annual Go Green Salford event.

Find out more at salford.ac.uk/ environmental-sustainability/be-sustainable

MARTA STRZELECKA Environmental Management Coordinator

TEAM SALFORD

Team Salford unites all sports teams at the University, with the aim of making exercise accessible and fun for everyone. You can’t think about Salford and Manchester without thinking about sport, it’s in our blood. So whether you’re a regular gym-goer or you’ve never even taken the tags off your trainers, we can help you find a sport or activity that suits you – you could even start your own club.

SPORTS CENTRE

Our facilities include a 25 metre swimming pool with spa and sauna, five fitness suites - including strength, cardio and conditioning rooms, all containing the latest gym equipment supplied by our partners Matrix Fitness UK - and a multi-use sports hall for badminton, basketball, netball and five-a-side-football. Next to the Sports Centre we have two 11-a-side football pitches and a brand-new 3G pitch that can be used for a range of activities such as football, rugby league and union, ultimate frisbee, softball and much more.

We offer a range of fitness classes in our state-of-the-art Studio Room, including Boxfit, Zumba, yoga, pilates, studio cycling and HIIT Bounce. We look to regularly refresh our timetable to bring you a variety of enjoyable classes at convenient times. Located on Peel Park campus, the Sports Centre is the perfect place to keep fit and healthy, relax and make friends, right on your doorstep.

Our Sport Rehabilitation students offer free sports massages and injury treatment on Monday evenings and Wednesday afternoons for Sports Centre members and sports team members during term times (this service is subject to availability). This is a unique student-led service offering additional value to our memberships.

Sports Centre membership costs from as little as £14* per month, and offers fantastic value for money.

Check out our Sports Centre at vimeo.com/universityofsalford/sportscentre

*Price correct at time of production (January 2023)

OUR PARTNERSHIPS

We have unique partnerships with Sale Sharks Rugby Union Club and Salford Red Devils Rugby League clubs, with their staff studying MSc and PhD courses in our School of Health and Society and the Salford Business School. A key benefit of these partnerships is the opportunity for our students to undertake professional placements in these high performance organisations.

We play a key part in pre and post season testing and management of the players alongside their medical and scientific staff, using our advanced research and testing facilities.

We’ve teamed up with a number of sports clubs and institutions from across the region to create opportunities for many of our students.

CLUBS AND SOCIETIES

We know coming to university is more than just working hard and getting a degree – it’s also an opportunity to meet like-minded people and make great friends for life.

Our Students’ Union runs a huge range of student-led society groups that cover all aspects of student life and suit every interest, such as course-based groups, international groups, and faith groups. They meet up regularly for social events, working together, campaigning and much more.

We also have a society dedicated to the one and only Taylor Swift!

TAKE A LOOK AT JUST SOME OF OUR CLUBS AND SOCIETIES...

COMEDY SOCIETY

Salford Comedy Society is a group of comedy performers, writers, stand-ups, sketchers, improvers, and general comedy fans. At sessions, members can practice anything from stand-up to sketch, to podcast and plays.

GAMING SOCIETY

Our Gaming Society is an environment for people to unwind and enjoy video games, board games and other tabletop role-playing games. We also host a range of external socials including arcade visits, laser-tag, bowling, and ice-skating.

BASKETBALL CLUB

The University of Salford Basketball Club offers high level, mid-level, and casual level basketball competitions. We aim to play as often as possible, with training sessions, games and mini leagues hosted throughout the week.

AFRICAN CARIBBEAN SOCIETY

ACS, Salford’s African and Caribbean Society, allows students from the University and other universities in Manchester to come together and explore the rich heritage of African and Caribbean nations through a variety of events. All races and ethnicities are welcome, so whether you’re of African Caribbean descent or have a love for African-Caribbean culture, you’re more than welcome to join.

ARCHERY CLUB

It doesn't matter if you’re a seasoned archer or total beginner, you’ll fit right in at our Archery Club. Take part in weekly archery sessions, compete with other universities and in our own league as well as attending the yearly ‘Archery Tag’ social.

READING BETWEEN THE SPINES

Reading Between the Spines is a society dedicated to finding the best books out there; whether that’s a true classic or a new and anticipated read. So, even if you’re a known bibliophile, a leisure reader, have read 100 books or just two - you're welcome here. Our society is all about making reading as social as possible.

START A SOCIETY

Can’t find a group that interests you? You could start your own! If you have an idea

My name is Alia, a third year BSc (Hons) Human Biology and Infectious Diseases student and President of the Biomed Society.

I originally wanted to go into a career in dental hygiene and therapy, but when I had a look at the course specification at another university, I didn’t really feel that it was me and declined the offer. I ended up applying for this course through Clearing. The lecturer I spoke to on the phone was so enthusiastic about the course and the title really called out to me. Now I’m here studying Human Biology and Infectious Diseases.

MEET ALIA

MONDAY

10AM:

GETTING TO UNI

I’m from Bolton, so I commute to university by local bus and train. It takes between 30 minutes and an hour, depending on what time my lectures are.

11AM: LECTURE

I usually have one lecture a week, where I’m in a bigger lecture hall with my coursemates. The rest of my week is split between tutorials, lab work and independent study time.

TUESDAY

10AM: LABS

As I’m in my final year, I book my own time in the labs to work on my final year project, which is focused on the effects of chemotherapy on lung cells. I'm generally in there a few times a week for around two or three hours, but it really varies depending on the practical.

Doing summer placements in research labs between my second and third year has really helped me in the lab now, because I’m very aware of what I need to do for my own project.

2PM:

STUDY ON CAMPUS

I like to stay on campus to look over my lecture notes or reply to my Biomed Society emails. I’m absolutely obsessed with the new SEE (School of Science, Engineering and Environment) building, so you’ll either find me there, or in the library.

WEDNESDAY

11AM: TUTORIAL

I have a tutorial in a small group every Wednesday. In first and second year it was more about discussing the things we’ve been learning in class, general life skills and employability. But in our third year, we usually give updates on our final year projects.

This week we’re swapping introductions and giving each other some feedback and advice on what we could do better. This where our peer support really comes in and we help each other out.

2PM:

CAREERS TALK

There are several career groups, which are linked to the Biomed Society. I’m part of the Research Career Working group, as I think that’s the area I’d like to go into when I graduate. With the help of our lecturers, we organise talks and sessions helping students to work on their CVs, interview techniques and all kinds of things. This week we’re having a talk on the importance of patient care for lab scientists.

THURSDAY

11AM:

COFFEE

I’m catching up with a coursemate over a cup of coffee, as we’re in different tutorial groups now. I usually go to either the café inside Salford Museum, Subway inside the Maxwell Building if I'm hungry or Costa if I just want to grab a hot drink.

5PM:

WORK

I work as a teacher at my local mosque from 5-7pm, five days a week, which I balance with my uni work. I think it’s helped me in terms of communication skills, and I’ve really enjoyed it as a way of taking downtime from university life. I like being able to be a role model for the younger girls and talk to them about their aspirations or even just daily life.

EVENING DOWNTIME

I'm a bit of a K-drama addict, so I like to watch an episode to really wind down at the end of the day.

FRIDAY

6PM:

BOWLING SOCIAL

We organise lots of social events for the Biomed Society. Around 20 of us are going bowling this week at the Printworks in Manchester. We also have a regular book club and we’re hoping to organise a trip to London to the theatre, an escape room event, and a board games night.

MAKE YOURSELF AT HOME

Living on campus is a great way to really immerse yourself in student life whilst giving you the peace of mind that everything you need is within easy reach.

Peel Park Quarter is one of the most picturesque campuses of any university I’ve ever visited - the modern facilities, green spaces and spacious communal areas make it the perfect place to relax, socialise... oh, and study!

CAMERON Civil Engineering Student

PEEL PARK QUARTER

Peel Park Quarter is our thriving student village in the heart of our Peel Park campus, offering you affordable luxury in a safe and secure environment. You’ll be a stone’s throw from learning spaces, the library, Students’ Union and campus shop. All rooms come with an en-suite, desk, chair, wardrobe, built-in shelving and small double bed with under-bed storage. As well as accommodation, Peel Park Quarter is home to a games area with consoles and pool tables, study areas, as well as a gym and two cinema rooms.

Wifi

Utility bills

Gym

Paid on-site parking

Social spaces

Laundry room

Cinema room

Security and CCTV

Cycle storage

Contents insurance

Multi-faith room

Discover student accommodation at Salford at vimeo.com/740435534

JOHN LESTER AND EDDIE COLMAN COURTS

John Lester and Eddie Colman Courts are perfect if you’re studying a nursing or health-related course as they’re located next to our Frederick Road campus. They're also just a short walk from Peel Park, and a short free bus ride to MediaCity. All rooms come with a bed (single, three quarter or double, depending on the room), wardrobe, desk, chair and storage heater, with a shared bathroom and a kitchen. On-site you’ll have access to common rooms and quiet study spaces, as well as laundry facilities and a free on-site gym.

Wifi

Utility bills

Gym

Parking

Social spaces

Basketball court

Security and CCTV

Contents insurance

Laundry room

Cycle storage

* Rates displayed are for the 2023/24 academic year and are subject to change. Prices may vary on room type and contract length. Please refer to campuslivingvillages.co.uk for the most up to date pricing.

owned and managed

specialist student accommodation provider Campus Living Villages. Prices start from £125.00* a week in John Lester and Eddie Colman Courts and £148.24* in Peel Park Quarter.

Prices include all your utilities (water, electricity), contents insurance, 24/7 staff on-site, use of all on-site facilities (eg. gyms at both sites and social areas) and high speed wifi.

Both sites contain specially adapted rooms for anyone with additional needs. Peel Park Quarter also has the option of a carer room for physically non-independent students. You can visit the accommodation at one of our Open Days or you can contact Salford Student Village directly to arrange a separate viewing at salford@clvuk.com

HOW TO APPLY

Our rooms are extremely popular and book up fast. For Peel Park Quarter, places open for booking each spring (of the year you are joining us) and we’ll contact all applicants when this happens to let them know.

Places open for booking for John Lester and Eddie Colman Courts in November (of the year prior to intake) and students should check the website to book.

For the latest information and prices, visit campuslivingvillages.co.uk/salford

VILLAGE LIFE

If you choose to live here, you can take part in Salford Student Village’s Village Life programme. Village Life is a popular and free social calendar of events that runs throughout term time.

PRIVATE ACCOMMODATION

If you decide to live off, campus there are loads of other options to find a great place to live. Manchester Student Homes offer a wide range of accommodation options from student halls to apartments and family homes. They offer student accommodation across Salford and Greater Manchester, so you're bound to find the right location for you.

They also offer free house hunting advice, keep you informed of your rights as a private tenant, and only promote accommodation providers that meet their strict Code of Standards. For further details please visit manchesterstudenthomes.com

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COMMUTING FROM HOME

You can easily reach our three campuses via public transport. If you're planning to commute from home, take a look at some of the easiest ways to get to us from around Greater Manchester or plan your journey at tfgm.com/plan-a-journey

ALTRINCHAM

Route: Take the tram towards Manchester Piccadilly or Bury and change at Cornbrook for a tram heading to MediaCity

Journey: 40 minutes

TAMESIDE

TRAM

BOLTON

Route:

/ Direct train service to Salford Crescent

/ Up to four trains an hour

Journey: 15 minutes

BUS

Route: Catch the 219 bus to Manchester Piccadilly and then take the 36 towards Bolton. Disembark at our Peel Park and Frederick Road campuses

Journey: 55 minutes

Buy a single ticket for £2 or an AnyBus day saver ticket for £5 to use across Greater Manchester

ROCHDALE

Route:

/ Direct train service to Salford Crescent

/ Up to three trains an hour

TRAIN

Journey: 25 minutes

TRAIN

Get 1/3 off the cost of your train travel with a 16-25 railcard

BURY

Route: Catch the tram towards Manchester Piccadilly or Altrincham and change at Market Street for the MediaCity service

Journey: 1 hour 5 minutes

OLDHAM

TRAM

STOCKPORT

Route: Jump on the 50 bus towards MediaCity

BUS

Journey: 1 hour

WIGAN

Route:

/ Direct train service to Salford Crescent

/ Up to three trains an hour

Journey: 36 minutes

TRAFFORD

Route:

Catch the X50 bus towards Manchester Piccadilly and disembark at the Imperial War Museum North for our MediaCity campus

BUS

Route: Take the 83 bus to Manchester Piccadilly then the 36 bus towards Bolton. Disembark at our Peel Park and Frederick Road campuses

Journey: 1 hour

BUS

Journey: 6 minutes

Purchase a 1-day anytime travelcard for £7.10 for use throughout all tram zones

(All transport routes, journey times and travel costs correct at the time of print January 2023).

We are just over a mile away from Manchester city centre; that’s just a 20-minute walk or five-minute journey if you hop on one of the many buses which run every few minutes. If you’re travelling by train, Salford Crescent is perfectly placed with four trains to Manchester Piccadilly every hour.

If you are travelling to our MediaCity campus, you can show your student ID card on the number 50 bus to ride for free from our Peel Park or Frederick Road campuses. Alternatively, if you’re commuting in by tram, there’s a Metrolink stop right outside our MediaCity campus.

If you’re coming in by bike or car, we have over 400 spaces for bicycles and over 1,000 car parking spaces across our campuses. Annual and monthly parking permits are available to buy, or you can simply pay as you go.

COMMON ROOMS

On campus we have loads of chill-out spaces and comfortable seating zones for our commuting students.

Our common rooms have everything you need to pass the time between lectures with solo and group study spaces, a lounge area with TV, a kitchenette with microwaves and fridges, gender-neutral accessible toilets, lockers, charging points and even a pool table.

HOW TO GET THE BEST OUT OF FOLLOWING US

So far, the University is looking pretty good right? Shiny buildings, amazing location, the lot.

But don't just take our word for it! What you want to know is what it’s really like to study at Salford, from the students who are doing it right now.

That’s where your favourite social media platform comes in. We regularly hand over our social accounts to our students so they can give you a glimpse into their day to day life - helping you make that big decision about where to study.

STUDENT SUPPORTERS

As a parent, carer, or supporter, we understand there’s lots of information to take in while helping your child choose the right institution - so we want to make it easier for you. Sign up for our Student Supporters newsletter at salford.ac.uk/parents to receive invitations to supporter-specific events and important UCAS information at key points in the cycle.

MEET THE TEAM

Hi! I’m Niamh, a third-year Broadcast Journalism student and Student Social Media Content Creator here at Salford. I’m here to tell you all about the amazing experiences and opportunities you can take advantage of at university, including making lasting friendships and exploring a great city location. Keep up to date with our social media platforms to find out what being a Salford student has to offer.

Hi, I’m Sam, a third-year Film Production student. I’ve lived in Manchester my whole life and love the culture and links to industry here at the University of Salford. I work as a Student Social Media Content Creator within the University. I’ll be creating content that offers you an insight into the University and life as a student. Feel free to drop us a message with any questions you have about starting your own journey with us!

1

VISIT THE MADE IN SALFORD BLOG

With posts on everything from organising your study schedule to organising your social life, this is your go-to guide for settling in to university life. See blogs.salford.ac.uk/made-in-salford

HACK: You're going to want to test out our recommendations for the best place to get pizza!

2

JOIN OUR EXCLUSIVE FACEBOOK GROUP

With more than 2,500 students joining the group each year, you don’t want to be left outside. This is your opportunity to chat to potential coursemates, and flatmates well before you arrive on campus. Join the group now at: facebook.com/groups/salfordstudents2024

3

ALWAYS ASK FOR HELP

The Social Media team are online to answer your questions between 09:00 and 17:00, Monday to Friday. We’ll aim to get back to you within 48 hours, usually on the same day.

HACK: Remember to look out for our Instagram live streams when you can get instant responses from students and staff.

4

SOAK UP CAMPUS VIBES

Green space? Check. Waterfront? Got it. Big city life? Just down the road. From our Peel Park to MediaCity campus, we really do have the best of both worlds at Salford, and we show it all off through campus tours, Insta-worthy pics, Reels, TikToks and more on our social channels. Be sure to follow to get a glimpse of where you could be studying.

HACK: Our TikTok is where we let our humour shine. Follow us for a giggle!

5

GET INVOLVED

Remember that you can get involved in our social media by interacting with our lives and student takeovers. Let us know how you are getting prepared for university by using #SalfordUni in your Open Day, application process and packing photos and videos.

HACK: Keep an eye out for competitions and giveaways – you could just win a cheeky gift voucher!

PORTOUR SUPP OURSUPPORTOUR SUPPORTOUR OURSUPPORTSUPY

Your university days can be the most exciting time of your life, but they can also be challenging.

Whatever your personal circumstances, we want to make your Salford experience a positive one. Our friendly and experienced support teams are here to provide practical advice and emotional support throughout your time at university.

We run a number of different events throughout the course of the academic year that are aimed specifically at encouraging students to engage with the many support services.

SARAH CULLEN Student Experience Manager (School of Arts, Media and Creative Technology)

ANY QUESTIONS, JUST ASK

University can be a big place, which is why our dedicated, specialist support service, askUS is on hand to offer support and guidance on all things outside of your studies. Whether it’s face to face, over email, by phone or through live chat, they can help with a wide range of issues to help make sure you’re having the best university experience as possible.

Wellbeing, learning, finance - whatever’s on your mind, just askUS!

Find out more about all our support services at salford.ac.uk/student-support-services

DISABILITY INCLUSION SERVICE

Our Disability Inclusion Advisers are here to help support you with any barriers you face when accessing the campus, its facilities, your accommodation, or studies. This includes exam arrangements, emergency evacuation plans and field trip support. We assist students with specific learning difficulties, long-term medical conditions, mental health difficulties, physical or sensory impairments, mobility difficulties or temporary injuries.

COUNSELLING, WELLBEING AND MENTAL HEALTH SUPPORT

If you don’t feel comfortable talking about a problem or worry with friends, family or your tutor, it can sometimes be easier to speak to someone you don’t know. Our Wellbeing Advisers provide a confidential, non-judgmental space where you feel listened to. They will help explore solutions for any emotional problems you may be experiencing.

If a student needs to speak to the Disability team, I'm the first point of contact. If they need to speak to care leavers or estrangement, it will all come through the askUS advisers first.

We also offer a counselling service that provides talking therapy and can help you on your personal journey to understanding your issues.

DAMON HUTCHINSON-MANN askUS Student Adviser

SANCTUARY SEEKERS

As an Article 26 University we believe access to higher education should be based on ability alone. Asylum seekers and students with limited leave to remain cannot access student finance, so we offer a limited number of Article 26 scholarships for these students each year. Additionally, we offer specialist advice and guidance to both sanctuary seekers and refugees who are thinking of how they can access university or choose Salford to study.

ACCESS TO CAMPUS, CURRICULUM, TEACHING

I've always had a passion, all my working life, around equality and inclusion, so seeing that happen at a place like a university is fantastic.

SUPPORT FOR CARERS

One in ten of us has caring responsibilities, so if you’re caring for someone whilst studying, we recognise that juggling all of this can be very difficult. Our student advisers and a student care coordinator can meet with you and write a support plan to help you with your time at university. We are currently one of only two universities that offer this to student carers.

We can also put you in touch with local and national organisations that provide practical and emotional support.

We embrace diversity through our Inclusive and Accessible Teaching and Learning Framework, which reflects our commitment to ensuring our teaching and assessments meet the needs of all of our students. If you experience a disability, medical condition, or specific learning difficulty (for example dyslexia), we strongly recommend that you contact us as soon as you have confirmation that you’ll be joining us. This way, you can start off your time here well prepared, by ensuring that we are aware of your support requirements.

MONEY

Living independently and having to budget for the first time can be a real learning curve, but there are steps you can take to make sure you manage your money to make it go further. There’s lots of help available to help you with your studies including University support schemes, bursaries, and additional government financial support. See page 70 for more information.

ARRON PILE Residence and Campus Life Manager

PARENTS AND SUPPORTERS

We know that applying to university can seem daunting and as parents and supporters, we want to make sure that you have all information you need to support your son or daughter with the big decisions ahead.

By signing up to our parent and supporter newsletter at salford.ac.uk/parents we can help you to understand the application process, keep you informed of important deadlines, as well as sending you hints, tips and reminders to support your child in applying to university.

SUPPORT FOR STUDENTS WITH CHILDREN

Starting a degree whilst looking after young children can be challenging, but there is a wealth of services available to you at Salford to allow you to achieve your learning goals. Busy Bees nursery, located on our Frederick Road campus, is open 8.00am – 6.00pm every weekday, offering places for babies and children aged three months to five years old (the nursery is independent from the University, places must be pre-booked and are subject to availability). Help with childcare costs is available to students. Visit gov.uk/childcare-grant for details and to check your eligibility.

We also have support for pregnant students and those juggling family and student life.

ARMED FORCES

We understand that Veterans, or students whose parent(s), carer(s), or partner are current or former UK Armed Forces personnel may find there are unique circumstances to consider when thinking about studying at a university. That’s why we offer extra support and have a dedicated Armed Forces Lead who can help you on your journey to further study at the University of Salford.

LGBTQIA+

Manchester is one of the best queer cities in the UK and at Salford it’s on your doorstep. The Salford Trans Forum is a group that meets regularly to provide students with opportunities to continue to make Salford trans and non-binary friendly. We are also a Stonewall Diversity Champion and are working towards being one of the first trans and non-binary friendly universities in the UK. We have staff who can help support your transition at university if you need it.

You will have opportunities to be involved in events like Manchester and Salford Pride and Trans Days of Visibility and Remembrance. Salford is a great place to be out and proud!

For more information about our range of support services, visit salford.ac.uk/ student-support-services

If you want more in depth knowledge about how to annotate, or create bibliographies - we have an academic support team. They’ll go through bibliographies, referencing, how to use library search and teach you how to write essays.

LIBRARY SUPPORT

We know that university can be a big step on from school or college, and sometimes it may feel like you should know straight away how to use journals and reference your assignments. We’re here to help new students with researching, referencing, and reading lists. We also run Wordscope and Mathscope programmes, to help you overcome any common writing or mathematical problems, as well as IT skills and resource workshops.

REIS TOBOLSKI Senior Information Assistant, Clifford Whitworth Library

FAITH

Salford is a tolerant, diverse community where students of all faiths, religions, beliefs - and none - are welcomed. We are proud of our dedicated Faith Centre on Peel Park campus which offers chaplaincy services, a Chapel, Muslim Prayer Hall, and Kosher kitchen as well as spaces for reflection, discussion, learning, socialising, and celebration.

As well as our Faith Centre, we also have other facilities across campus which meet the faith requirements of our University community. These are open between 08:30-21:30, Monday to Friday and exclusively for student and staff use.

At Salford, we believe in providing a supportive environment in which all students and staff of any belief system or religious, philosophical, and cultural background can explore new ideas and experiences. We also play host to regular events and activities for both faith and non-faith groups.

CARE EXPERIENCE AND ESTRANGED STUDENTS

We know that many of our students do not have the support of their families at university and that this can create barriers to success. We have some of the very best and awardwinning support in place for both care leavers and care experienced students (for example, if you have been in foster care or a residential unit) and for estranged students (students who have little, no, or a negative relationship with both parents).

STUDENT PROGRESSION ADMINISTRATORS

Each of the four academic schools at Salford have a dedicated support team of Student Progression Administrations (SPAs), who can help with anything, and everything related to your studies. SPAs can also help with exam results, reviewing your year-on-year progression, advice and guidance on academic regulations and any personal mitigating circumstances you may experience.

SALFORD STUDENTS' UNION

Throughout your time at Salford, we're here to offer impartial and non-judgemental advice and help when you need it. From housing to health and wellbeing, mental health to academic appeals, the SU advice centre can help you seek support with a number of issues. See page 67 for more information.

INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS

The University of Salford is a truly global institution, with over 3,000 international students from over 85 countries, creating a vibrant and multi-cultural atmosphere on campus.

We have a range of support services available to you as an international student, to help you settle in and make the most of your time at Salford. We can advise on visa issues, working whilst in the UK, help with English and more.

Learn what life is like in Salford and Manchester as an international student at vimeo.com/664757825

We work nationally with organisations such as the National Network for the Education of Care Leavers and Stand Alone to support students, whether that be financial help and applying for student loans, accommodation and homelessness, emotional support or working with your local authority or support worker to ensure your success at university.

INDUSTRY IS AT THE HEART OF EVERYTHING WE DO

We partner with businesses and organisations from all sectors, working hand-in-hand to develop courses that are up-to-date and relevant to today’s challenges.

Our academic staff are professionals in their fields, with many actively engaging with industry to continuously update their knowledge and inform their teaching. From internships to employment opportunities, guest speakers to practical, hands-on workshops and lectures; we provide our students with the skills necessary to succeed both academically and in working life beyond graduation.

My job is to work very closely with our academic staff to help build employability and career support into the curriculum. So that as students are going through their courses, they're also learning about how the skills and knowledge they're building, is going to help them take their next steps after university.

NAT WALSH Careers Consultant

A degree from the University of Salford is more than just a certificate – we’ll help you graduate with confidence, ready to step into your chosen career.

I worked as an intern within the in-house legal team at Viacom Media Networks, a multinational TV and media company. My day to day duties included drafting a wide range of consumer products contracts as well as dealing with counterfeit and trademark-related issues.

I could not have asked for a better placement experience, it truly allowed me to grow as a person and I saw a huge increase in my confidence. Working in a legal team for such a large company was incredibly fast-paced which meant I had to pick things up quickly and be very organised. These are all skills that I carried forward into my final year and I saw such an improvement in my grades.

EMMA LLB Law student

WORK EXPERIENCE

We use our partnerships and staff networks to create opportunities for you to gain real, hands-on experience that will help you to develop the professional and personal skills that employers value.

The majority of our courses offer work placements. Many courses also offer a year in industry, giving you the chance to work full-time for an employer. You’ll be paid for your work and you won’t have to pay any tuition fees for the year.

WE’RE WITH YOU ALL THE WAY

You can access our professional, on-campus and online employability services even after you graduate.

We can help you to create the perfect job applications, LinkedIn pages, as well as offering personalised career advice and helping you with your employability skills. Find out more at salford.ac.uk/employability-skills

We also have online resources to help with your CVs and Interview techniques through ‘Careerset’ and ‘Shortlist Me’. Visit salford.ac.uk/careers to find out more.

We also have an on-site recruitment agency ‘Unitemps’, which can help you access part-time and temporary work working for the University and local employers. For more information visit salford.ac.uk/unitemps

START YOUR OWN BUSINESS

At the University of Salford, no ambition is too big. If you’ve got a business idea of your own, our LAUNCH team can help bring it to life through funding awards and business start-up support, and we’ve recently launched a new business incubation centre on campus to help. Read more about Launch at salford.ac.uk/our-facilities/launch-salford

MEET HARRY

BSc (Hons) Accounting and Finance student

Harry Rosenberg shares with us his experiences completing a year’s placement at the NHS Northern Care Alliance (NCA), working with hospitals in Salford, Bury, Rochdale and Oldham.

I heard about this placement through the University sending an email detailing the opportunity. I wanted to gain more experience and expand on what I’ve learnt during my studies to ensure that once I finish my degree, I'll be as prepared as possible to join the financial and accounting sector. I went ahead and applied, got an interview and thankfully impressed them enough to land the role! I felt ready for this placement as the University prepared me well. What we had learnt in lectures and seminars gave me a base knowledge, which I managed to expand upon during my placement.

On a day-to-day basis, I deal a lot with the NHS PE weekly files. The NHS PE is a standalone organisation that provides medical and agency staff. They send me an invoice relating to shifts worked and I sort out the cost centres, all of the data and formulas. I then send them out to the individual care organisations and then a journal to get it onto the ledger.

I love it. I enjoy the responsibility, there are deadlines weekly that I need to keep to, and I feel like I'm learning a lot.

The placement has definitely improved my soft skills such as communication and teamwork. We have meetings every morning where we communicate what we're doing and what we're up to. When there's a problem, we figure out what's wrong by working together and problem-solving. These are essential skills needed in the workplace.

Working for the NHS honestly feels more rewarding than it would any other company, just because I know I'm working for a company that saves lives. I can't think of any other company, especially in this country, that does the same thing. I know I'm not helping directly in the hospitals doing the job I do, but I know I help indirectly and that makes me feel like I've done something meaningful.

It’s been rewarding, challenging, but most importantly, really enjoyable.

In terms of support from the University, my supervisor has honestly been phenomenal. If I ever have a question, all I have to do is email him and he replies quickly.

I can't stress enough how much I'd recommend taking a placement to students. You need to go into it with the right attitude and really wanting it, but if you go in with those two things, you’ll get a lot out of it. You learn skills that you didn't know you needed to learn. You get a real grasp of the working world that you're eventually going to go into and it also gets you into a successful work habit. So yes, I'd recommend a placement 100%!

LEARN ENGLISH FOR ACADEMIC PURPOSES

If you would like to develop your academic English language skills and improve the quality of your academic work, you can sign up to our free English Language courses, webinars, and tutorials.

LEAP is delivered by passionate, highly qualified and experienced English language tutors who make sure that every session is enjoyable and valuable.

Courses available include:

⁄ Academic Reading and Writing

⁄ Making Effective Presentations

⁄ Defending the Thesis

⁄ Philosophical Stance for Research Methodology

⁄ Thesis Writing

⁄ 1-2-1 tutorials

Our courses run during trimesters one and two, with some support available all year round.

For more details, and to sign up, visit salford.ac.uk/leap

LEARN A LANGUAGE and broaden your horizons…

If you’re interested in learning a new language or progressing your existing skills, we offer modules in a number of different languages, including Arabic, British Sign Language, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Mandarin Chinese and Spanish. Language modules are available as part of several undergraduate courses, and are worth 20 credits each. Alternatively, you can choose to take a language course as a not-for-credit paid option, as extra-curricular learning or simply for personal interest.

For more information visit salford.ac.uk/uwlp

INTERNATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES

INTERNATIONAL EXCHANGES FOR STUDIES

We have partners all over the world including many in Europe and also in Australia, Canada, Hong Kong, South Korea, and the USA. These are incredible opportunities to visit some fantastic places, while taking advantage of the great facilities our partner institutions offer and developing your longer-term career prospects and an understanding of how the world works.

Options depend on your course. Each subject has a dedicated Exchange Coordinator who can help you with your options. Study exchanges can be for one trimester or a full academic year and usually take place in your second year. The International Opportunities team is also here to help with any queries you have about your time overseas and, where possible, will also support you explore any funding opportunities.

WORK PLACEMENTS

If your course has a work placement included, we can discuss your options with you as these can often be completed overseas. Options depend on your course and funding, where applicable, can be provided through the Turing Scheme. Work placements are an ideal way to develop yourself personally and professionally and you get to see your subject from another perspective.

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More students than ever understand the importance of international experience and employers are increasingly interested in students who have global awareness.

INTERNATIONALISATION AT HOME

Some students, for various reasons, may not be able to take part in overseas study or work placements. The International Opportunities Team runs campus events throughout the year to help students understand the importance of a global understanding. You may also have students from other countries on your course, have an international angle in your studies or be able to take part in field trips. At Salford, we encourage you to think about internationalising your course so you can add your experiences to your CV and impress employers.

FUNDING

At Salford, we apply for funding through the UK government’s Turing Scheme each year and, where applicable, we will be able to provide funding to students on a range of programmes. The amounts depend on the destination, length of time overseas and whether you are a student from a widening participation background that is to say, students from disadvantaged backgrounds, in line with Turing Scheme provisions. At the time of writing, it is too early to confirm Turing Scheme funding options for 2025-26 (which is when first year students joining in 2024 would first have an opportunity to go overseas). Funding is not guaranteed but we will work with you to explore what support we can give you. Further information about the Turing Scheme is available at turing-scheme.org.uk

For both study and work opportunities, money needn’t be a barrier if you are considering going abroad. You continue to pay your usual tuition fees to the University, and you are still entitled to your student finance.

DID YOU KNOW?

99.7%

Of all students who studied abroad between 2014-2021 achieved a 2:1 or above in their degree compared to 77.9% for those who didn’t.

96.7%

Of all students who took an international opportunity between 2014-2021 achieved First Class degrees, compared to 34.6% for those who didn’t.

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MEET CONNOR

Connor D’Agostino, BSc (Hons) Business Management student, tells us all about his experience studying abroad as part of his course at Salford.

When I was told that I could go and study in the United States, disbelief is an understatement. The idea of an international exchange semester or year, in a place that you see and hear about in movies and on TV shows your whole childhood, is hard to beat.

I took my exchange semester at Middle Tennessee State University. It’s located in a town called Murfreesboro, just outside Nashville, so you are right in the heart of it, but it also had a small town, laid-back American suburb vibe.

I decided to embark on an international exchange semester because from a young age, I always knew there were places in the world to experience, learn and live. I knew it would give me the chance to make some amazing memories and friends that would definitely last a lifetime. Also, due to the huge professional appeal that an international opportunity can bring, I knew it would

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stand me out from the crowd when I graduate. It can also be a great conversation topic for interviews, ice breakers and allows future employers to see you are happy to go out of your comfort zone, adapt to new situations and cultures, and are able to study successfully away from home.

I gained more than I could’ve ever imagined while on my exchange. Besides the obvious benefits to my CV and broadening my academic calibre, I learnt to be a better person. An exchange makes you learn so much about yourself and I was lucky enough to live in a global learning community with students from all around the world.

To anyone undecided whether to go ahead with an international exchange semester, I’d say from experience that every person during the process feels nervous and panics, as it’s completely out of most people’s comfort zone. However, when the plane lands and you meet your housemates and professors, all you feel is

welcomed. Nerves turn to complete excitement and the memories and experiences you can make from this opportunity are like no other.

To those who feel like the studying may be overwhelming and too much while away from home, this is the complete opposite case. You have staff from Salford and your destination school who understand your situation, who can help and accommodate you in the best way possible at all times.

Hard work is required; however, the hard work is completely worth it. I feel that there is perfect balance between work and play. You have plenty of downtime to get around town, catch up with friends, explore and have endless amounts of fun with housemates while you do it.

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We’re run by students, for students, representing you during your time at university - so come and visit us to make sure your time at Salford is truly unforgettable!

Here at your Students’ Union, we work around the clock to make sure you love your life at Salford. We provide everything from our Advice Centre to sports clubs and societies, right through to amazing food, drink, and incredible events in the heart of campus, at Atmosphere kitchen and bar.

STUDENT VOICE ADVICE AND SUPPORT

We ensure that your voice is heard at the University and beyond, all the way from Salford to a national level. When we say we are run by students for students, we mean it. Our full democratic structure is at the heart of everything we do and our Student Officers are all elected students, who work full-time to lead your Union and ensure you have the best possible time while at Salford. The structure is supported by voluntary officers, school representatives and student representatives. We also run a number of student-led campaigns and offer funding opportunities for your potential campaign ideas. So, if there’s an issue that’s important to you that you want to shout about, we’ll help you do just that.

We know that being at university can sometimes be scary and present new challenges for students. At some point you may require some extra advice and support from your Students’ Union, and we’re on hand to help you.

Our Advice Centre specialises in academic, housing and financial matters and is here to provide independent, friendly, professional advice. You can pop in and make an appointment throughout the week to speak to one of our advisors.

Our Denizen scheme is also there to support students in their halls of residence, made up of fellow students to help you out and pass on your feedback or concerns to the right people

Rafiki is the Students’ Union’s listening service, led by students, for students. If you’re experiencing any problems while you’re at university, you can come in and talk to our volunteers. Rafiki, based in University House is a drop-in service, so you don’t need an appointment. We also offer an instant messaging service, to chat to our volunteers.

Head to salfordstudents.com/rafiki to find out more.

FOOD AND DRINK

Our on-campus social spot, Atmosphere is open every day until late, serving up amazing food and drink, all at student friendly prices. Atmosphere also has regular themed nights throughout the week, Monday night Quiz, Wednesday night Comedy Night and Thursday night Bandaoke, a live karaoke band! With our all-new Coffee Hut, based just behind our University House building, you can grab the best coffee on campus on your way to class. Whether you’re after a quick bite to eat or chill after a hard day’s study, Atmosphere is the place to be.

SOCIETIES

Here at your Students’ Union, there are over 50 student-led societies to suit every interest. Covering everything from academic to liberation, political to performance and international to faith; the likelihood is that if you have an interest, we’ll have a society to match!

Societies are open to all students at the University and your first session is always free.

If you can't find a group that interests you, you can even start your own. We'll be on hand to help provide advice and start-up funding.

Find out more on page 38 and at salfordstudents.com/societies

We help out everybody with things such as advice and wellbeing, we also run the bar, we run events, we have everything going on which contributes to student wellbeing and everything here.

AMY COLLIER Sabbatical Officer, Students' Union

Sport is an amazing way to keep fit, feel good and make some new mates! Working with the University and our Sports Centre, your Students’ Union brings you Team Salford – the home of sport at the University of Salford.

If you’re a dedicated sports person looking to show your skills on a competitive level, our Club Sport teams play up and down the country against other universities. Or if you love to take part in team games on a smaller scale, we have Campus Leagues, competing with just Salford students. If you’d rather play without any commitment, Give It a Go allows you to turn up and try new sports every week, with a variety to choose from.

SPORTS EVENTS

We know how to throw an awesome party. Our dedicated events team put on a whole range of exciting events throughout the year, representing the diversity and interests of all of our members.

Some of our highlights...

We’ve previously thrown an annual Halloween event AtmosFear, where over a thousand students were transported from the SU to a top-secret location for an eye-popping night of top DJs and scary shenanigans. For Valentine’s Day some brave singletons took part in our very own version of Take Me Out. We have also enjoyed throwing some new shapes at one of our Afro-Caribbean Nights with the Denifari African Drum Workshop amongst a whole host of awesome events. Check out salfordstudents.com to find out what we get up to!

All Welcome activity will be up on the Union’s website over summer, and we want to make sure you’re in the best (and safest) place for events. We will be ticketing individual events and NOT doing any fresher’s wristbands, so please don’t be fooled by any imitations, the wristbands you’ll see are unofficial sellers. Stay up to date with everything the SU does and follow us on Instagram, Twitter and Facebook at @salfordSU

FEES AND FINANCE

Our fees for students from the UK, Channel Islands and Isle of Man studying a full-time undergraduate degree are £9,250* per year for the first year of study.

Fees for UK part-time students will vary depending on the number of credits taken per year. Financial support is available to undergraduate students to help with the cost of university.

Tuition fee loans, available for students from the UK, are paid directly to the University each term and you don’t need to pay anything upfront. If you’re studying full-time, you’ll receive a maximum of £9,250 per year, depending on the course and if you’re a part-time student, you’ll receive a maximum of £6,935*.

A maintenance loan for living costs is also available to support undergraduate students from the UK. The maximum amount that you may receive depends on a number of things, including where you are from in the UK, your household income, your course, where you will live while you are studying and your individual circumstances. Loans for living costs are paid directly into your bank account each term.

There’s also other additional government support available to help with your studies including Disabled Students Allowance, Adult Learning Allowance, and the NHS Learning Support Fund. For more details on student finance and support schemes, visit salford.ac.uk/ undergraduate/fees

More information is also available on the government website at gov.uk/student-finance

Don’t let money worries stop you from going to university. I was worried I wouldn’t be able to afford to live away from home, but the maintenance loan covered all of my bills and accommodation. There’s so much help and support in place if you do have any worries or questions, so don’t be put off!

*This figure was correct at the time of production (January 2023). For the most up to date information on our fees, please check the relevant course page on our website.

EMMA Broadcast Journalism student

INSPIRE

Our Inspire scheme is open to all new students joining a foundation year or year one of an undergraduate degree based at the University. You’ll receive £150 of credit to spend in a dedicated online store where you can buy learning resources such as text books, electronics or stationery, to give you the best possible start to your studies here at Salford. The scheme runs annually, meaning you’ll receive £150 of credits each year of your undergraduate degree if based here on campus.

For students from low-income backgrounds and living in areas where participation in higher education is low, there will also be the opportunity to receive an additional £350 of credits each year. This will be based on personal circumstances and will be assessed when you register at the start of your degree.

For more details on the scheme visit salford-inspire.co.uk

After that, your loans are repaid at a rate of 9% of your income over the threshold. So, if your salary is £27,000, you’ll pay back 9% of £2,000, which works out at around £15 per month – about the same as buying five coffees each month. Repayments start the April after you graduate (provided you are earning over the threshold). and are taken automatically, so you don’t need to set this up. If you are self-employed, you would be advised to contact HMRC separately to set up the repayments.

For more details and to check your eligibility for a student loan, go to gov.uk/repaying-your-student-loan

**This repayment threshold was announced in February 2022 for students living in England or Wales starting their degree from September 2023. It differs for residents of Northern Ireland and Scotland. The repayment threshold is set by the government and the amounts change on 6 April every year.

The £9,250-a-year price tag attached to your degree might sound like a scary sum, but did you know that after graduating, you won’t have to pay back a single penny of your tuition fee or maintenance loans until you’re earning over £25,000** per year.

ACCOMMODATION

On-campus accommodation (run by Campus Living Villages) ranges from £104.50* per week, depending on site and room size.

UTILITIES AND OTHER OUTGOINGS

If you are not living in campus accommodation, you’ll also need to take into account the cost of bills for water, electricity, gas and internet.

FOOD AND GROCERIES

There are a range of supermarkets to suit every budget, as well as farmers markets and independent shops. Preparing fresh meals at home rather than buying pre-prepared or takeaway food will save you money. Don’t forget to budget for cleaning products and toiletries as well.

COST OF LIVING IN SALFORD

To help you understand how much you will need to budget, we’ve provided a few examples below of everyday costs.

BOOKS AND STATIONERY

New textbooks for your course can be expensive, so make sure you use the library as much as possible, or buy books second-hand to save money. The Student Store on campus sells affordable stationery.

HEALTH AND FITNESS

Our gym membership costs from £14* per month, depending on the facilities you choose to use. University sports teams will charge weekly membership fees, plus the cost of your kit.

LEISURE

A cinema ticket costs from £5-£10*, and theatre tickets between £13 - £75*.

An evening meal at a restaurant with friends typically costs around £15-20* each, plus the cost of any drinks. There are many free events, galleries and museums in Salford and Manchester to keep you entertained on a budget, and as a student, you are entitled to discounts in many shops, restaurants and cinemas.

TRANSPORT

A single bus ticket costs £2*, a weekly bus ticket costs about £17*, a single ticket on the tram costs from £1.40* and a weekly tram ticket starts from £10.60* depending on your destination. Manchester and the surrounding areas are also served by a number of convenient and attractive cycle routes.

STUDENT DISCOUNT

Students are eligible to buy a TOTUM card which gives you access to exclusive student deals on food and fashion, tech and travel, and everything in between.

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There are lots of tips for making your money go further at

COURSESOURCOUOURCOURSES COURSESOUR COURSES SECOURSES

We offer a variety of courses to suit your individual needs, including; traditional three-year degrees, four-year degrees with year placements, degree apprenticeships, foundation years and part-time study.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

Courses have individual entry requirements and some require specific subjects. Visit the full course information on our website to find out if this applies to the course you’re interested in. Our minimum entry requirement for a degree course is two A levels or equivalent, but some courses will require three A levels.

If your chosen course is in science or engineering, please check our website to see whether A levels in physics, chemistry and biology, where science practical assessments are taken, are a requirement for entry.

Most courses also require a minimum of grade 4 in GCSE English and maths, (or grade C for qualifications taken prior to 2017), or a grade C in both subjects where GCSEs are taken in Northern Ireland or Wales, however some may require a grade 5.

We operate a flexible admissions policy and treat everyone as an individual. This means that we will take into consideration your educational achievements and predicted grades (where applicable) together with your application as a whole, including work experience and potential to succeed in your chosen course.

International students will need to show a good level of English (usually a minimum of IELTS at 6.0 or above, with a minimum score of 5.5 in each component). This can vary depending on the course though, so please check the course information on our website for details.

UCAS TARIFF POINTS

You can find out the number of UCAS points you’ll need by checking the list of courses at the back of this prospectus, though there will be additional grade and subject requirements for some courses. Visit the relevant course page on our website to check if this applies to your course and to make sure you’re viewing the most up to date information.

To find out more about UCAS Tariff Points and how they work, visit ucas.com

WE VALUE EXPERIENCE

Not everybody takes the same path in life, but that shouldn’t stop you from realising your potential. If you haven’t taken the traditional route through the education system but think you’ve got the experience and drive to pursue a degree, we want to hear from you. The Salford Alternative Entry Scheme offers the Accreditation of Prior Experiential Learning (APEL).

Find out if we can open up learning for you by visiting salford.ac.uk/salford-alternativeentry-scheme

INTERNATIONAL ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

If you have international qualifications, check our website for details of what we accept and their equivalences. Visit salford.ac.uk/international/your-country

If you’re a UK applicant leaving school or college, we accept the following qualifications:

/ A/AS Levels

/ T Levels

/ BTEC Award

/ Welsh Baccalaureate

/ Access to Higher Education Diploma

/ Scottish Higher/Advanced Higher

/ Irish Leaving Certificate (Higher)

/ The International Baccalaureate

/ Cambridge Pre-U

/ UAL Diplomas in Art and Design

/ Rock School Music Practitioners qualifications

This list is not exhaustive, we accept a wide variety of qualifications and look at applications on an individual basis.

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 2

Book on to one of our Open Days on 17 June, 7 October and 4 November 2023 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.

STEP 4

Once your application has been received, it will be considered and we might ask you to come and meet us for an interview or audition, depending on your course. After this, we’ll make a decision and let you know the outcome via your UCAS Hub.

STEP 6

If you are made a conditional or unconditional offer, we’ll invite you to an Applicant Visit Day, which will take place between February and April 2024

STEP 8

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 2024. You can check deadlines and apply at gov.uk/apply-online-for-student-finance

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 your UCAS Hub that your place is confirmed. If your results were different to those you expected, there may be options open to you through Clearing.

STEP 1

Think about what you really want to knownot 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

When you’ve made up your mind about which course you want to take, apply online through ucas.com before their January 2024 deadline* to guarantee consideration. You can still apply after this date but we can’t guarantee your application will be considered as some courses may close.

STEP 5

After applying, you should start thinking about how you’ll fund your studies – usually through a student loan. For more details visit gov.uk/student-finance

STEP 7

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 9

If you applied by the January deadline you’ll need to choose a firm choice and an insurance choice by early June 2024

WELCOME

You’ll be invited to our Welcome Week in September 2024, during which you can complete your registration, meet new friends, explore the campus and city - and most importantly, have fun!

*Please check the ucas.com website for the January 2024 application deadline date.

INFORMATION YOU SHOULD BE AWARE OF WHEN APPLYING TO STUDY WITH US

We provide information about our courses, facilities and fees in this guide as far in advance as possible to give you an idea of what is available and plenty of time to consider your options. However, this inevitably means there will be changes to the information between the date this guide is produced (January 2023) and the date we make you an offer and we reserve the right to update or add to any information in this guide at any time.

Before deciding whether to apply for a course, make sure you visit our website salford.ac.uk as this is the definitive, up-to-date and detailed source of information about our courses and fees. In the event of any inconsistencies between information in this guide and on the website, information held on the website will prevail. Alternatively, contact our course enquiries team at +44 (0)161 295 4545 or enquiries@salford.ac.uk to request this information.

Changes to our courses and facilities for the wellbeing of our students, staff and the wider community may be required and we will adhere to any national, regional or local restrictions should they arise.

We also reserve the right to change the information about our courses and facilities in this guide at any time. Reasons for such changes include, for example:

/ Our need to withdraw or change a course or module because we have insufficient student numbers or funding to run it viably or to give the appropriate educational experience.

/ We have to respond to unforeseen circumstances outside our control (such as requirements of any governmental, regulatory or professional bodies or the introduction of any new or modified laws or regulations).

/ We think the changes are desirable to improve or maintain quality or will enhance the student experience or be otherwise beneficial to students.

We aim to give students and applicants who have accepted offers as much notice as possible of any withdrawals of, or significant changes to, courses or modules or our facilities and to take all reasonable steps to minimise any disruption. However, it may not always be practicable for us to give advance notice of changes where we have to respond to an emergency or adapt to rapidly changing circumstances. Students whose courses are adversely affected by any significant unforeseeable change will have the right to switch courses or, in the absence of any suitable alternative, to leave the University and transfer to another provider. Such changes during studies should only happen in very exceptional circumstances. Where they do happen, we will, as far as we are able, assist students with the practicalities of switching.

We make every effort to ensure that all changes we make to courses and facilities are detailed on our website as soon as is reasonably practical.

If your application for a particular course is successful, we will send you an offer letter which, depending on your circumstances, may require you to fulfil certain conditions before you join us.

If you accept the offer in our offer letter, you will have a legally binding contract with us on the date you accept – even if you still have outstanding conditions to fulfil at the date you accept. However, the contract will be automatically cancelled if you do not meet all of the conditions on which the offer is made.

Our offer letter will set out (or provide links to) everything you need to know about the terms and conditions of the contract (including fees and payment) and all of our academic and other regulations, rules and procedures which apply to students. To give you an idea what to expect, our ‘Student Terms and Conditions’ and ‘Key Facts About Fees’ document for the 2022/23 academic year are accessible via salford.ac.uk/student-terms-and-conditions They contain the core information students need to know and also provide links to the regulations, rules and procedures so they are easy to find. As the current versions of documents are likely to change before you join us, we remind you that our offer letter will provide, or give links to, the most up-to-date versions should you accept our offer.

It is a requirement for all students to register with us at the start of each academic year and only students who are registered may study our courses and access our facilities. Information about what you need to do to register will be provided.

Some courses may have additional fees associated with them, for example for specific materials or field trips. We won’t know the exact amount of these additional fees until closer to the time that they are required. Where appropriate, we have therefore provided an indication of the additional fees required based on costs available at the time of going to print (January 2023). Please keep checking our website for the most up-to-date and detailed information at salford.ac.uk

We make every effort to assist students in finding placements where they are a requirement of their courses. However, employers have a limited number of placements available and we cannot guarantee that students will have access to the placement of their choice. Students who wish to undertake placements as an optional part of their course are responsible for finding them, but support will be provided (please visit the relevant course page on our website where you can find more detail).

The personal information that you provide to us (whether as an applicant or as a registered student) will be held and processed by the University in accordance with applicable data protection legislation. Please read our privacy statement for more details at salford.ac.uk/privacy

This statement also contains information about the cookies that apply to users of our website.

POLICY STATEMENT ON EQUALITY AND DIVERSITY

We are committed to, and strive for, equality of opportunity for all our students and staff (current and prospective) and recognise and celebrate their diversity. For this statement and strategy to be made a reality, effective leadership and management is provided and a corresponding commitment sought from every member of staff and all the student body. In practice this means that we:

/ Are committed to providing an environment where all people are respected and treated fairly regardless of irrelevant characteristics or distinctions.

/ Promote a culture in which diversity is celebrated.

/ Will not discriminate unfairly or illegally against anyone and will take positive action to promote equality and diversity.

/ Embed equality and diversity at the heart of our mission and values, this will include taking action against individuals who behave in a discriminatory manner.

For further details visit: salford.ac.uk/equality-and-diversity

CONTACT US

If you need extra help, advice or information please contact us using the details below:

Main switchboard

+44 (0) 161 295 5000

Course enquiries

+44 (0) 161 295 4545

enquiries@salford.ac.uk

Admissions

+44 (0) 161 295 4545

applications@salford.ac.uk

Help for international students

+44 (0) 161 295 4545

international@salford.ac.uk

University of Salford

The Crescent, Salford, M5 4WT

salford.ac.uk

OTHER STUDY OPTIONS

As well as three-year degrees, we also offer a wide range of other study options. Here’s some more information on our alternative study options including foundation years, partner college study, accelerated degrees and degree apprenticeships.

FOUNDATION YEARS PARTNER COLLEGE STUDY

We believe that higher education should be within reach for all those who are passionate about learning and achieving their career goals. If you’ve got the drive and commitment to study, but don’t quite have the qualifications needed to start an honours degree, a foundation year course could be for you.

Our range of foundation courses can help to equip you with the knowledge and skills you need to progress onto one of our undergraduate degrees. They’ll introduce you to key concepts and ideas, and provide you with basic knowledge of approaches, concepts, theories and principles. The foundation level places strong emphasis on the development of relevant study/transferable skills and a responsible approach to learning through a set of compulsory core modules. These are ideal if you want to develop your career but don’t meet the entry requirements for direct entry to an honours degree or have the appropriate background knowledge.

They are also suited to you if you are returning to education or if you wish to change career direction. You can see which of our degrees offer a foundation year in the course listings at the back of this booklet.

You can also look at our course listings online for the latest information at salford.ac.uk

As part of our commitment to giving more people access to higher education, we work with further education colleges in the north-west to offer a wide range of courses where you can study locally, with the option of progressing to the University of Salford to complete or continue your studies.

This range of courses includes degrees and foundation degrees. Some of the degree programmes provide the opportunity of studying the first year at a local college before progressing to the University to complete your degree. Other degree programmes are taught at the partner as a top-up to your foundation degree.

Courses at our partner colleges currently include the areas of business, arts, sport and psychology.

To ensure you have the maximum chance of success whilst studying at a partner college, we provide a dedicated programme of support throughout the year. This includes talks by University academic staff to students at partner colleges and organised visits to the University campus to attend events relevant to your programme of study, such as guest lectures and masterclasses. As a partner college student, you will also register as a student here at Salford too and therefore have access to certain University facilities and resources whilst you study (dependent on the partner arrangement).

More information about our partner colleges and the programmes we run is available at salford.ac.uk/partner-colleges

THE GREATER MANCHESTER INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY

We’re delighted to be part of a team of education institutions and employer partners who have come together to bring an Institute of Technology to Greater Manchester. Here’s a bit more about what it will do and how it will work.

WHAT IS IT?

Institutes of Technology (IoTs) are the government’s flagship programme designed to spearhead the delivery of higher technical education in STEM subjects.

Led by the University of Salford with Wigan and Leigh College as the lead FE partner, the Greater Manchester Institute of Technology (GMIoT) brings together a number of colleges and employers in the city region and will specialise in construction, engineering, health and digital skills.

WHO ARE THE PARTNERS?

University of Salford; Ada, the National College for Digital Skills; Bury College; Tameside College; Wigan & Leigh College; GCHQ; Laing O’Rourke; Siemens; and Talk Talk.

WHAT SORT OF QUALIFICATIONS CAN I DO THERE?

The GMIoT will offer a range of courses, including new Higher Technical Qualifications and apprenticeships, designed to fast track learners into jobs in growth sectors for Greater Manchester. Developed in collaboration with employers, these qualifications are designed to give you the right training, knowledge, and skills to succeed in the workplace.

The courses on offer are aimed at those studying at Level 4 and 5, typically equivalent to the first and second years’ of a standard degree, and are for both school leavers and those wanting to upskill or those returning to study in later life.

CAN I APPLY NOW?

Yes, you can apply now. Take a look at the HND courses we’ve launched as part of the GMIoT in our Arts, Media and Creative Technologies, Business and Computing and Engineering subject areas in our course listings (pages 88 to 97).

WHERE IS THE GMIOT BASED?

The GMIoT will operate on a hub and spoke model, with capital funding being invested in a new centre at the University of Salford and hubs across Greater Manchester, with investment committed to the upgrade of existing facilities across partner colleges. Construction of the new building on the University of Salford’s campus is due to start in 2023.

For more details on the study options available for the subject you’re interested in, visit the course pages on our website at salford.ac.uk

APPRENTICESHIPS

An apprenticeship allows you to study whilst earning a salary and gaining practical, on-the-job skills. This work-based route means you will be working alongside industry experts gaining vital experience to help you excel in your chosen career.

If you’re looking to gain a degree qualification along with experience in line with your chosen career path, then an apprenticeship could be the perfect route for you. You’ll have the ability to apply theory and knowledge from the classroom directly to your place of work on an ongoing basis.

You will study part-time at the university and will spend the rest of your time in the workplace.

These apprenticeships are funded by the government and your employer so there are no tuition fees to worry about. We work with a wide range of employers including Peninsula, Manchester City Council, Manchester Airport Group, Network Rail, the NHS, Morgan Sindall, Seddon Construction, Pets at Home and Wilmott Dixon.

We currently cover a wide range of disciplines, from business to nursing, biomedical science to construction and physiotherapy to engineering, and our offer will grow as the government approves new apprenticeship programmes.

Find out more at salford.ac.uk/apprenticeships or contact us on apprenticeships@salford.ac.uk

How would describe the support you’ve achieved from the University of Salford?

The wrap around support from the University and the course lecturers has been second to none to be honest.

What has been your proudest achievement on your apprenticeship to date?

Due to a timely restructure within our own public health team, I have had the opportunity to apply and be successful in obtaining the role of Public Health Practitioner for Mental Health and Wellbeing. This wouldn’t have been possible if I hadn’t been seen to be engaging in an appropriate professional qualification in Public Health due to the application criteria.

What do you want to do once you complete your apprenticeship?

Continue to work in a Public Health environment and utilise all my learning to build a reputation of being an excellent Public Health Practitioner and to really make a difference to my local community via projects of intervention.

Jim McGlynn, a BSc Public Health Practitioner student studying at the University of Salford, is an apprentice from Bury Council.

WHY CHOOSE SALFORD?

There are many reasons why our university could be the place for you, including our unbeatable links to industry, state-of-the-art facilities, and award-winning academics.

But the thing we love most about Salford is the community that our staff and students have built together, to make our campus a warm and welcoming place to live and study.

Find out more reasons why our students chose Salford at vimeo.com/680092444

TOM BA (Hons) Broadcast Journalism

I didn’t know that I wanted to go to the University of Salford until I came here for an Open Day and I was like 'WOW! I have to go here’ it just really opened my eyes and the facilities here are just amazing, it got me really excited.

I think it’s important to take into account, not just the university but also the location. It was everything I wanted from a course, the accommodation was great, the facilities and the campus – for me it was just perfect.

What it’s equipped me with is incomparable to any other experience that I’d get from any other university, so absolutely, I would do it all again.

RACHEL BA (Hons) Graphic Design

Studying here at Salford is great. Everything is on campus. You've got the food restaurants, you've got Atmosphere SU and the sports gym here on campus, so everything is close knit. It's almost like a family, I would say. All my friends live within the same area and there's so much to do on campus and it's only a short distance into town as well.

NIAMH

BA (Hons) Broadcast Journalism

Anyone thinking about studying here at the University of Salford - do it! It's absolutely incredible. It just feels like a home away from home and i'm really proud to say that it is my new home now and I don't ever want to leave it. It's the most comforting place, with the most amazing people, fantastic facilities and beautiful views all the way around.

YOUR VIRTUAL

EXPERIENCE

Choosing to study at university is a big decision, but choosing the right university is even bigger. We want to help make that choice easier and ensure that you have all the information you need when it comes to making a decision about your future.

Whether you need to know specifics about our courses, want to learn about the different accommodation options available to you at Salford, or need advice on money matters; our virtual experience platform has been designed to provide you with all the info and more.

SASHA

BA (Hons) Media and Performance

The reason I chose to study media and performance at the University of Salford is mainly because they don't do media and performance as a joint course at many other universities. I visited one other uni that offered it, but it just didn't click for me and then when I came to join the University of Salford, I just absolutely loved the space, the atmosphere was booming and I just fell in love with it straight away.

You can navigate through the platform to find out what life is like at Salford from current or recently graduated students, what your study experience could be like with our tutor videos, and how to find advice and support along the way.

Explore your possibilities at Salford at explore.salford.ac.uk

OUR COURSES

ARTS, MEDIA AND CREATIVE TECHNOLOGIES

CAMPUS KEY: FR - Frederick Road campus / MC - MediaCity campus / PP - Peel Park campus

*This course may require subject specific qualifications as part of the entry criteria.

**This course has alternative start dates available. Please refer to the course page on our website.

*This course may require subject specific qualifications as part of the entry criteria.

**This course has alternative start dates available. Please refer to the course page on our website.

BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT (CONTINUED)

*This course may require subject specific qualifications as part of the entry criteria.

**This course has alternative start dates available. Please refer to the course page on our website.

ENGINEERING (CONTINUED)

SOCIAL SCIENCES

HEALTH SCIENCES

*This course may require subject specific qualifications as part of the entry criteria.

**This course has alternative start dates available. Please refer to the course page on our website.

CAMPUS KEY: FR - Frederick Road campus / MC - MediaCity campus / PP - Peel Park campus

NURSING, MIDWIFERY AND SOCIAL WORK

*This course may require subject specific qualifications as part of the entry criteria.

**This course has alternative start dates available. Please refer to the course page on our website.

Please note: Points achieved from a Level 3 Access to HE qualification can range from 48-144 points, and universities will ask for a specific combination of distinctions, merits and passes that make up these points. There may also be specific requirements for other qualifications. Please check your predicted outcomes using the official UCAS tariff point calculator online (ucas.com), then check our website for the breakdown of credits the University requires.

USEFUL NUMBERS

Course enquiries

0161 295 4545 enquiries@salford.ac.uk

Money Matters

0161 295 0023 (option 2, option 3) moneymatters@salford.ac.uk

Accommodation

0161 850 6664 salford@clvuk.com

Disability Inclusion Service

0161 295 0023 (option 1, option 2) disability@salford.ac.uk

Students' Union

0161 351 5400 students-union@salford.ac.uk