University of Salford

Salford, England
Public-University

Overview

The University of Salford, Manchester is a public research university in Salford, Greater Manchester, England, 1 mile (1.6 kilometres) west of Manchester city centre. It has 19,995 students and is in 160 acres (65 hectares) of parkland on the banks of the River Irwell.

In October 2010 the university opened a learning, teaching and research space at MediaCityUK. Over 1,500 students will have opportunities to work near media professionals using the latest industry specified equipment, studios and laboratories. The university is organised into seven schools: School of Arts and Media, Salford Business School, School of Health Sciences, School of Health and Society, School of Computing, Science and Engineering, School of Environment and Life Sciences, and School of the Built Environment.

The Times newspaper ranked Salford 105th out of 123 UK institutions in 2015. The University currently has 35 sports clubs ranging from Football to Ultimate Frisbee.

79 in League Table Ranking of The Complete University Guide
Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF) Bronze rating
Type University Public
Year Founded 1967
Size Large
19,995 Students
Location
Salford
England

Learning

3,4,5 years
Course Durations Available

TEF Rating

TEF Bronze is awarded to institutions that deliver teaching, learning and outcomes for their students that meet "rigorous national quality requirements" for higher education in the UK.

Courses Available

  • Accounting, Business, Management and Marketing
  • Architecture, Building, Planning and Design
  • Biology and Biomedical Sciences
  • Computer Science and Information Technology
  • Engineering
  • Health Professions
  • Hospitality and Culinary
  • Humanities and Social Sciences
  • Law and Legal Studies
  • Mathematics and Statistics
  • Natural Sciences
  • Recreation, Sports and Fitness Studies
  • Veterinary, Agricultural and Food Sciences
  • Visual and Performing Arts

Applying

How to Apply?

Accepts UCAS

For International Students

6.0 Minimum IELTS Score
IELTS Requirement: Required
TOEFL, PTE Other English Language Tests Accepted
(in lieu of IELTS)
Deadlines and Important Dates
Jan
15
Deadline of application for EU applicants
Jun
30
Deadline of application for Non-EU applicants

Cost and Scholarships

£ 14,820
Average Tuition Fee
(For International Students)

Types of Scholarships Available

Merit-based
Need-based
Regional
Departmental
Endowed

Scholarships

Salford International Excellence Award
Total Worth £1,000 to 5,000
Eligibility and Requirements You are particularly encouraged to apply if: You have an offer of admission to the University of Salford, and are from a region where there are no specific scholarships available You have an offer of admission to the University of Salford undergraduate (Bachelors) programme and have gained advanced entry so will begin your studies in year two or three, rather than year one You have talents that complement the University’s International Collaboration Zone strategy, which brings together the university and industry to work together on global challenges. You have professional experience, gained either through work, extra-curricular activities, or through your own creative or entrepreneurial projects
Available for International Students Yes
Application Deadline June 25
Other Details You must have an offer of admission to the University of Salford and complete the International Scholarship Application Form, selecting Salford International Excellence Award.
Care Leavers' Bursary
Total Worth £1,000
Eligibility and Requirements Care leavers from the UK who are studying an undergraduate degree
Available for International Students No
Application Deadline --
CSE International Excellence Scholarship
Total Worth £3,500
Eligibility and Requirements Full-time, on campus, self-funding students who have been assessed as international students for fee purposes and are applying for the first year of study of an undergraduate Bachelors or postgraduate taught Masters programme. Find the eligible Computer, Science and Engineering courses here. For applicants to undergraduate Bachelors programmes - you must have an offer of admission to an eligible programme in the School of Computing, Science and Engineering, and achieve ABB grades, or an equivalent achievement in your high school qualification.
Available for International Students Yes
Application Deadline --
Other Details Enrol at the School of Computing, Science and Engineering