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University takes centre stage with leading theatres to launch unique playwriting degree
The University of Salford is to launch a playwriting Masters degree which, for the first time in the UK, will be run in formal partnership with some of the country’s leading theatres.
Listen out for audio drama talent at MediaCityUK
Six student winners of a new writing competition run by the University of Salford and BBC Audio Drama are to see their work showcased in front of a live audience at MediaCityUK this week.
‘Zombies’ to descend on MediaCityUK for TV preview
The ‘living dead’ are being invited to shuffle down to MediaCityUK next week for an exclusive preview of a new BBC TV zombie drama.
Tomb Raider pioneer to open computer games and broadcasting summit at MediaCityUK
Life President of Tomb Raider developer Eidos Interactive and founder of wargaming retailer Games Workshop, Ian Livingstone OBE, will give his insight into the future of the computer games industry at a special event at MediaCityUK this week.
Students interrogate Chief Constable at University question and answer session
The Chief Constable of Greater Manchester Police, Sir Peter Fahy was given a thorough grilling by University of Salford students today (21 November) as he answered a range of questions relating to budgets, the new commissioner role and graduate careers.
Researchers help increase access to ethical finance
The University of Salford has been working with East Lancashire Moneyline (ELM) - a not-for-profit industrial and provident society that provides access to credit, savings and financial advice – to enable people on low incomes to secure affordable loans.
New book delves into the secrets of historic Buckton Castle
The results of a painstaking 15 year study into one of Tameside’s most historic sites have been published in a new book by University of Salford archaeologist Dr Michael Nevell.
University of Salford to work with Greater Manchester Fire and Rescue Service
The University of Salford has signed a partnership agreement with the Greater Manchester Fire and Rescue Service which, it is hoped, will lead to the development of projects such as, ground breaking virtual reality incident training and the provision of health and well being services for firefighters.
Researcher explores how Roma youngsters pick up Mancunian
A postgraduate student from the University of Salford is contributing to research into the over 100 languages that are now being spoken in Manchester – making it one of the most diverse cities in Europe.
Salford lecturer wins international poetry competition
University of Salford English professor, Antony Rowland, has triumphed in a major poetry competition which attracted over 1,500 entries to snatch a £10,000 prize.
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