About University of Salford
The University of Salford is a civic university in Greater Manchester spanning Peel Park and MediaCityUK campuses, renowned for digital media, built environment, health sciences and strong industry collaborations with the BBC, Siemens and the NHS.
Key Information
Student Statistics
- • 21,000 total students
- • 5,000 international students
- • 80 student societies
Location
- • Located in Salford
- • Public university
- • Established 1896
Subject Rankings
Academics & Faculties
Degrees Offered
Bachelor, Master, PhD, Degree Apprenticeship, Professional Diploma
Popular Subjects
Broadcast JournalismArchitecturePhysiotherapyBusinessData Science
Student-Staff Ratio
17 : 1
Faculties & Departments
School of Arts, Media and Creative Technology
Film, Television and Radio, Music and Performance, Computer Animation, Design
School of Science, Engineering and Environment
Built Environment, Aeronautical and Mechanical Engineering, Computing, Science and Engineering, Environment and Life Sciences
School of Health and Society
Nursing and Midwifery, Health Sciences, Social Sciences, Criminology
Entry Requirements
Undergraduate
Academic: Most programmes require BCC-BBB; Built Environment and Physiotherapy request AAB-BBB with Maths or Science.
Alternatives: IB 30 with HL5 in Maths or Physics, Gaokao 78% overall with 80% in relevant subjects, BTEC DMM-D*DD for Engineering or Media
IELTS: 6
R 5.5 / W 5.5 / L 5.5 / S 5.5
TOEFL iBT: 80
Audition for performance degrees • Interview for health professions • Work experience statement for social work
Postgraduate
Minimum Qualification: 2:2 honours; design and architecture prefer a 2:1 plus portfolio, MBA needs 3 years of experience.
GPA: 2.8
IELTS: 6.5
R 6 / W 6 / L 6 / S 6
TOEFL iBT: 88
Portfolio or showreel for creative programmes • Research proposal for PhD • Professional reference
Fees & Funding
Tuition (International)
- Undergraduate: £15,000
- Postgraduate: £15,000
Living Costs (Annual)
- Accommodation: £6,200
- Food: £2,100
- Transport: £750
- Entertainment: £1,200
- Other: £900
- Total: £11,000
Scholarships
Salford International Excellence
MeritUp to £5,000 fee reduction recognising academic achievement, extracurricular impact and creative portfolios.
Value: £5,000 (Tuition)
Offer holder • Equivalent of 2:1/ABB • Personal statement evidencing impact
Deadline: 2024-06-16
MediaCity Bursary
Industry£2,000 stipend for students working on live briefs with BBC or ITV at MediaCityUK.
Value: £2,000 (Living costs)
Enrolled on media or journalism degree • Submit project pitch • Commit to 80 placement hours
Deadline: 2024-09-15
Campus & Facilities
The Crescent, Salford M5 4WT
Urban campus in Greater Manchester adjacent to MediaCityUK, the BBC and ITV northern headquarters
Size: 50 acres
Facilities
Academic
Clifford Whitworth Library, New Adelphi building, MediaCityUK campus, Energy House
Media
HD TV studios, Radio studios, Industry-standard editing suites
Accommodation
Peel Park Quarter
En-suiteCost: N/A
Contract:
John Lester & Eddie Colman Courts
Shared flatCost: N/A
Contract:
MediaCityUK Apartments
StudioCost: N/A
Contract:
Create a Campus Living Villages account, pay a £200 advance rent, sign the tenancy digitally and then choose arrival slots.
Student Life & Support
Clubs & Sports
Clubs: 80
Teams: 35
Cultural Activities
- MediaCity Live Lounge — Monthly
- Make it Digital Hackathon — Annually
International Support
- Visa support: Yes
- Language support: Yes
- Orientation: Yes
- Buddy program: Yes
- Contact: international@salford.ac.uk
Health & Wellbeing
- Medical centre: Yes
- Counselling: Yes
- Disability support: Yes
- Emergency: +44 (0)161 295 4545
Careers & Outcomes
Employability Rank
95
Graduate Outcomes
Employed: 77%
Further study: 11%
Unemployed: 6%
Average Salary
£25,000
annual
Top Employers
BBCITVNHSKellogg'sManchester City CouncilMedia production companies
Location & Transportation
Public Transport
- Metrolink: Direct tram link to Manchester and MediaCityUK • £2-4 per journey
- Train: Salford Central and Crescent stations • £2-5 locally
Local Area
Salford borders Manchester city centre, offering urban living with easy access to MediaCityUK and northern cultural attractions
Cost of Living: Medium
Attractions: The Lowry, MediaCityUK, Manchester city centre, Old Trafford
Shopping:
Entertainment:
Additional Information
Accreditation
Royal Institute of British Architects, Institution of Engineering and Technology, Health and Care Professions Council
Partnerships
- Industry: BBC — MediaCity collaboration provides live studio spaces, curriculum input and placement guarantees.
- Clinical: Northern Care Alliance NHS Foundation Trust — Shared simulation facilities and clinical rotations for health students across Greater Manchester hospitals.
Research Highlights
- Energy House 2.0 — Researchers built Europe's largest energy performance test chamber to trial low-carbon housing solutions. (2023)
- Acoustics for Health — The acoustics research group developed soundscapes improving hospital patient recovery times. (2022)
Notable Alumni
- Peter Kay — Comedian and BAFTA-winning performer (1996)
- Ben Kingsley — Academy Award-winning actor (1967)
Metadata
Source: University of Salford prospectus 2024, MediaCityUK campus guide, Graduate Outcomes survey
Last Updated: 2025-12-03T00:00:00Z
Verified: Yes
Contact Email: international@salford.ac.uk