Make the most of student life
Graduation might feel like it's right around the corner or a lifetime away. Either way, your time as a Salford student is an opportunity to try new things, find new passions, explore your environment and make friends for life. Here are just a few things you can do to make the most of student life.
Career Development Opportunities
Access Career Services
We have lots of teams and events to support you along your career path - whether you're set on what you'll do when you graduate or not. Utilising these services whilst studying ensures you'll develop key employability skills and be ready for whatever comes next. Don't leave it until the end, start exploring these opportunities now. You can:
- Attend Careers Fairs to network and find the perfect employer to suit your interests
- Join Start-up School if you're interested in launching your own business
- Look for a part-time work with Unitemps
Study or Work Abroad
Take your university experience to the next level by studying or working overseas. The University has partnerships with Australia, Canada, and the USA, not to mention countries in Europe such as France and Norway.
Worried about the cost? You may qualify for funding or grants.
Academic Support
Did you know there are lots of resources to help you improve your academic skills? If you want to achieve higher marks and/or feel more confident in your academic writing and skills, check out these resources:
- The Library - it's not just books, they offer a variety of workshops, 1-1 appointments and eLearning guides.
- International student? Leap (Learn English for Academic Purposes) has been designed with you in mind. This programme helps you develop your academic English skills.
Managing your money
Scholarships
Not all scholarships are automatically awarded before you study. There's a variety of scholarships on offer every year to support your studies. Below we've listed the current scholarships that you could apply for - just check the eligibility criteria.
Funding
If you’re not eligible for scholarships, you might benefit from our various funding opportunities that are available at different points in the year. Keep an eye out for opportunities from Santander Universities. They run giveaways and offer scholarship opportunities for all students at various points throughout the academic year.
Money Advice and Support
Taking care of your finances can feel overwhelming but there's no need to worry - we’ve got you covered! Head to our webpage to find our top tips and support services, so you’ll feel confident managing your money.
Looking to grow your social circle?
University brings with it lots of opportunities to meet new people who could become lifelong friends. Here are just a few things you can do to find new friends while studying at Salford:
Join a society
If you've not joined a society yet, what are you waiting for? We have over 50 student-led societies covering all aspects of life, from academic to liberation, political to performance, and international to faith. Check out the Students' Union's (SU) website to learn more.
Download the Umii app
Connect with other Salford students based on your course, interests and society preferences using the Umii app. Lots of students using the app said it helped them to feel less lonely and isolated while at university.
Read our blog for more ideas
Putting yourself out there and making new friends can feel daunting. That's why we've put together a blog with all of our top tips to help settle your nerves and give you some ideas of how you can grow your circle of friends.
