University of Salford, UK

The University of Salford is a public research university in Manchester, England. The university was established on 10^th February 1967 with the name Royal College of Advanced Technology. It has the vision to become a global institution that serves the needs of industry, commerce and education. The university has four academic divisions: the School of Arts, Media and Creative Technology, Health and Society, Science, Engineering and Environment and the Salford Business School. Currently, it is an education hub for more than 23,000 students.

Moreover, it has a mission to transform lives, stimulate discovery, and realise potential. Today, the university has a strong community of 2500 staff members and 170,000 alumni who come to study, teach and research from around the world.

Why Choose the University of Salford?

The university is located in Salford city, a great place to enjoy diverse culture and food. University life isn't just about the lectures and labs; it is also about the experience you gain and shaping yourself into a more flexible person. Some reasons to study at the University of Salford are:

Career Support

The university has a strong partnership with various industries. This allows university students to benefit from work placements, insights and collaborative projects. Also, the university has a dedicated Careers and Enterprise team to help students seeking jobs. It also aims to offer career-oriented skills to its students.

Moreover, you get strong support in creating a CV, developing skills to crack interviews, building interpersonal and employability skills, and finding the latest placement and graduate job vacancies.

World-Class Facilities

The university believes in providing world-class facilities and the tools its students need to succeed. It has invested heavily to ensure its students can use industry-standard equipment during their studies. It has various facilities and tools, including a Journalism Centre, TV Studios, Patient Simulation Suite, Clifford Whitworth Library, Bodmer Laboratory, and Digital Performance Lab. All these facilities help international students to grab knowledge of practical concepts. Also, the university has ambitious plans to evolve and grow its campus.

Excellent Teaching

Here, the students will be taught various ways, from lectures and seminars to field trips and laboratory lessons. The subject experts at the university regularly collaborate with employers and professional bodies to make students' learning relevant to their future careers. They also encourage critical thinking, group work, and live projects, helping you build communication and teamwork skills.

89th

Rank

Manchester, England

Location

1967

Established

4,000+

International Students

Nursing, Engineering, and Sports Medicine

Famous Courses

£13,850 - £17,580

International Fees

Key Features

Considered one of the best universities for sports rehabilitation
The strong international community - more than 20% of the students are internationals
It has its journalism centre, TV studios, and digital performance lab
Accommodation available for international students
Has partnerships with several sports clubs and institutions
International students can access the support through online resources
Sustainable environment
World-recognised research’s

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University of Salford Ranking

The University of Salford is famous for its teaching, research, facilities and accommodation but the institute also enjoys decent rankings in the list of top universities in UK. The University of Salford ranks 801-1000 in the QS World Ranking. It also ranks among the top 100 universities in the UK ranked by the Complete University Guide.

Moreover, the university climbs five places in the Guardian University Guide UK Ranking in 2023. All the rankings of the university are listed below.

University of Salford Ranking
Ranked By	Ranking
The QS World Ranking	801-1000
Times Higher Education World University Rankings	801-1000
The Guardian University UK Rankings (2023)	89^th
The Complete University Guide	85^th
Sunday Times	98^th

Apart from this, there are some other rankings provided by the Complete University Guide Rankings 2022 for some of the famous courses of the university.

Complete University Guide UK Rankings 2022 for Courses
Ranked By	Ranking
Accounting and Finance	66^th
Business & Management Studies	70^th
Aeronautical & Aerospace Engineering	28^th
Architecture	29^th
Civil Engineering	40^th
Electrical & Electronic Engineering	49^th
Mechanical Engineering	56^th
Computer Science	56^th
Biological Sciences	85^th
Physics & Astronomy	48^th
Psychology	69^th
Physics	33^rd
Art and Design	36^th
Communication and Media Studies	43^rd
Sociology	42^nd
Nursing	44^th
Law	57^th

The university has many courses in the top spots in the Guardian University Guide UK Rankings. Some of the rankings are listed below.

The Guardian UK Rankings 2022 for Courses
Ranked By	Ranking
Accounting & Finance	73^rd
Business Management and Marketing	57^th
Architecture	38^th
Civil Engineering	37^th
Electrical & Electronic Engineering	50^th
Mechanical Engineering	58^th
Art	57^th
Journalism, Publishing and PR	43^rd
Media & Film Studies	45^th
Politics	67^th
Sociology	50^th
Law	86^th

Admission Criteria

The University of Salford has an acceptance of 62%. Students can apply with a GPA of around 2.75. The university typically accepts students who scored above 60% in high school for undergraduate courses and above 55% for postgraduate studies. IELTS is accepted to apply for the university as an international student. There are alternatives like TOEFL and LanguageCert.

You can check the complete information provided below about the admission criteria for the University of Salford.

University of Salford Entry Requirements
Eligibility	Undergraduate	Post Graduate	Post Graduate Research
Academics	60% or above in the 12^th CBSE	55% or more in bachelor's degree*	55% or more in bachelor's degree*
IELTS	6.0 (with a minimum of 5.5 in each component)	6.0 (with a minimum of 5.5 in each component)	6.0 (with a minimum of 5.5 in each component)
LanguageCert	B2 Communicator Pass	B2 Communicator Pass	B2 Communicator Pass
TOEFL	79 overall (including minimum listening - 17; reading - 18; writing - 17; speaking – 20)	79 overall (including minimum listening - 17; reading - 18; writing - 17; speaking – 20)	79 overall (including minimum listening - 17; reading - 18; writing - 17; speaking – 20)
MOI	Accepted (if 65% - 70% or above marks in 12^th English)	Accepted (if 65% - 70% or above marks in 12^th English)	Accepted (if 65% - 70% or above marks in 12^th English)
LOR	Requires one	Requires two	Requires two
Work Experience	Accepted	Accepted	Accepted

Students may require 65% or above in the 12^th state board to apply for undergraduate courses.

University of Salford Courses

The University of Salford has over 400 undergraduate and postgraduate courses. The courses range from accounting to media and journalism, providing a wide range of learning. It has courses in all the fields of science, commerce and arts. Some of the university's courses are listed among the top courses in the country. The complete list of undergraduate and postgraduate courses the university offers is below.

University of Salford Undergraduate Courses
Accounting And Finance	Acoustical And Audio Engineering	Aeronautical Engineering
Aircraft Engineering With Pilot Studies	Animation	Architectural Design And Technology
Architecture	Electrical And Electronic Engineering	Biochemistry
Building Surveying	Business Management	Chemistry
Civil Engineering	Comedy Writing And Performance	Computer Networks

The University of Salford Postgraduate and PhD Courses
Law	Accounting and Finance	Finance
Financial Technology (FinTech)	Audio Production	Advanced Physiotherapy
Diabetes Care	Leadership and Management in Healthcare Practice	Occupational Therapy
Architecture	Animation	Podiatry
Contemporary Fine Art	Creative Technology	Fashion Design

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University of Salford Fees and Living Costs

The University of Salford is not very expensive. The university's undergraduate courses cost around £15,120 to £17,580, while the postgraduate courses range around £15,750. Students can refer to the scholarship section below and find out about the student aids provided by the university. The fee structure of the University of Salford is given below.

University of Salford Fees and Cost of Living
Courses	Fees
Undergraduate	£15,120 - £17,580
Postgraduate	£15,750
PhD	£13,850 - £15,165
Living Expenses	10,000 pounds (approx.)

Intakes

The University of Salford is divided into four schools; each offers intakes to international students in different months. The month of intake and the schools offering it are mentioned below.

University of Salford Intakes
Month of intake	School for Admission
November	Salford Business School
January	Salford Business School, School of Health and Society, School of Science, Engineering, and Environment, School of Arts, Media, and Creative Technology
March	Salford Business School, School of Health and Society
June	Salford Business School, School of Health and Society

Scholarship

International students applying for Nursing, MSc Petroleum and Gas Engineering, and MA Fashion Design are eligible for this scholarship. There is no separate application required for this scholarship. It aims to support high-achieving international students.