Accommodation
Living in student accommodation is a great way to get settled into university life, meet new people and immerse yourself in the student experience.
No matter whether you’re an undergraduate student coming to university for the first time, an international student, or a postgraduate student looking to live in halls, we’ve got some great accommodation options to choose from, including Peel Park Quarter - which was recently voted the second-best halls of residence in the UK by Student Hut.
Watch our video below and take a tour of our accommodation with students David and Jacob.
Campus Living Villages
We work with our accommodation partners, Campus Living Villages (CLV), who manage two accommodation villages: Peel Park Quarter, and John Lester and Eddie Colman Courts.
If you are applying for your first year at University, you can choose to live at either Peel Park Quarter or John Lester and Eddie Colman Courts. If you are a returning or postgraduate student, you can apply only for John Lester and Eddie Colman Courts.
Either way, you can experience student life with plenty of space, just a stone’s throw away from your studies.
Why should I live in student accommodation?
Student accommodation is often more than just a place to catch up on sleep after a hard day of working and studying; it's also a place to socialise, make new friends and relax in a safe and comfortable environment. Both of our accommodation villages include amenities such as Wi-Fi, on-site social areas and a free on-site gym, as well as 24-hour security.
We know you’ve not been able to look at our accommodation yet and this may understandably leave you anxious about making your choice. Our accommodation team are hoping to be able to offer tours in May 2021 and we’ll keep you updated on this.
In the meantime, we’ve included some video content and photos on this page which should help show what the accommodation is like, and you can always ask our students as many of them stayed in accommodation during their first year.
How do I apply?
You can apply for both Peel Park Quarter and John Lester and Eddie Colman Courts through the CLV website. Room bookings are now open for students planning to start in September 2021.
You're able to book a place, even if you haven't yet received your offer, or decided if Salford is your firm choice
When you sign up for accommodation you will need a £200 deposit and you will need to pay the first two weeks rent before 1 September. You can cancel your accommodation contract anytime before the 31 August, and get a refund of any monies paid, by emailing salford@clvuk.com. Always quote your full name, date of birth and any reference number in your email to help the team deal with your enquiry as quickly as possible.
Accommodation does get booked up quickly, particularly at Peel Park Quarter so we’d recommend early booking, even if you’re not 100% sure what your plans are yet.
I have a question about my application
If you have any queries about your application for accommodation, you can contact CLV directly on 0161 850 6664 or email salford@clvuk.com. The rooms here are popular and fill up quickly, so we'd recommend you book your place early. You'll need your student ID to make an application, which you can find at the bottom of any emails you've received from us.
Peel Park Quarter
This village overlooks the beautiful Peel Park on our main campus, meaning you can be out of the door and into your lectures in a matter of minutes. You’ll also be a stone’s throw away from other campus facilities, such as the student store, library, sports centre and Atmosphere bar and café.
There are a number of amenities included, such as a cinema room, gym, games room and social area. Student safety is paramount to us: residents of Peel Park Quarter can access the accommodation building using a key fob, and there’s also 24-hour security on site.
In the main foyer, staff are on hand to help with any queries, as well as sign for parcels and deliveries.
John Lester and Eddie Colman
These are the closest halls of residence to our MediaCityUK campus and health buildings, so they’re a great choice if you’re studying nursing, healthcare and media-related programmes. They’re also just a short walk from our main campus, making it easy for you to get to the University, as well as Salford Shopping City, where you can do all of your grocery shopping.
John Lester and Eddie Colman Courts have a number of facilities available for you to use at your leisure during your stay in the accommodation, including a gym, reading room, common room and basketball courts. The accommodation also features 24-hour security, free Wi-Fi and parking facilities.
"I could not believe how quickly I settled into the accommodation. I was nervous about feeling too old, but there were a mix of ages in my flat which made the experience even better."
- Oliver Potter, BA (Hons) Film Production
Living off-campus
If you decide halls aren’t for you and want to look for your own place, we recommend using Manchester Student Homes.
Manchester Student Homes offer free house-hunting advice and can help you keep informed of your rights as a private tenant. They only work with fully accredited landlords, meaning they have to comply with strict requirements.
Commuting from home
You may decide that living at home and commuting to University is the best option for you, and there are plenty of public transport links to help you get to our campus.
Salford Crescent train station is situated on our main campus, connecting you to Manchester city centre and beyond. MediaCityUK is accessible by tram, or you can use your student ID card to catch the bus between campuses for free.
Our two new common rooms in the Students' Union and Allerton Building on Frederick Road campus have been created with commuter students in mind: they feature spaces to relax as well as areas to study, watch TV, and enjoy your lunch with friends.
Thinking of commuting?
Broadcast Journalism student Rachael commutes to our campus every day. Hear her thoughts as she takes you on a tour of campus, explaining the benefits of commuting and how she manages living away from university.
Commuting to campus: Q&A
Hear from our students Aya and Eve, who both commute to University, as they discuss why living at home works best for them.
Settling in
Whether you’re a UK or an international student, studying at university is a big change in lifestyle.
There are plenty of reasons why moving to a new city and meeting new people can be one of the most exciting and also daunting times of your life, so we want to help you settle in as quickly as possible.
From taking part in Welcome Week activities, to joining societies and socialising with students in your accommodation or on your programme of study - there’s loads of ways to meet new people. Remember, everyone else is in the same boat as you!
The University's student support service, askUS, is here to help you throughout your time at the University. You can also speak to our dedicated Wellbeing team, should you have any concerns or queries as you settle in and adjust to life at Salford.