Countdown to September
The next few weeks will pass quickly and, before you know it, it will be time to make the big move to Salford! As there are a lot of tasks for you to do in a short space of time, we’ve put this important information together, so you know what you need to do.
- It's important to know that visa processing times are slower than usual, so you need to act quickly to secure your place on the course for this year.
- Your Welcome and Induction week begins on Monday 12 September and teaching starts on Monday 19 September.
Please read the below instructions carefully, so you are able to join us as planned.
Getting your results and Student visa
What you need to do next depends on what qualification you are studying or how you applied to study here. Please choose your qualification and application method from the list below to see what you need to do on results day.
I applied through UCAS and I’m studying A-levels, International Baccalaureate, or a BTEC
Getting your results
We get your results automatically for these qualifications via UCAS and you will be able to see our decision on UCAS Track on Thursday 18 August, from 08:15 onwards, as long as you have met all of your other offer conditions, for example, submitting your English language documents and paying your deposit.
If you got your results last year, then you must send them to us separately, as we only get this year’s results automatically.
If your place is confirmed, you will receive an email to confirm your place. Once this is shown as confirmed on UCAS Track, you have an unconditional offer.
Getting your Student visa
If you require a visa to study in the UK, you should start preparing your documents and finances for getting your CAS now. By the time you get your results, you must have all your documents ready, including the money in your bank account for 28 days, so you can apply for your CAS immediately after you get your results.
Student visas are currently taking 4 weeks to process and there is no Priority or Super Priority service available so it is important that you start preparing now so you can join your course as planned.
Read all the information on our CAS and Visa page carefully and follow the instructions. If you applied through an agent or counsellor, you can ask them to assist you with this.
I applied through UCAS but I'm studying other qualifications
Getting your results
The most common qualifications for university entry are A-levels, BTECs and Access courses, and we will automatically receive your results for these via UCAS. If you’re studying something else, please see the UCAS website for a full list of qualifications that are received through UCAS and sent directly to universities.
If the qualifications you are studying for are not on the UCAS list, you will need to send your results to us immediately when you receive them to secure your place on the course. Please email your results to your admissions officer with the words “Exam results” and your full name in the subject line. You can find the contact details for your Admissions Officer in your offer letter. In the email, you should also include your full name, your UCAS number and your date of birth so we can identify you as quickly as possible. Failure to do this could cause delays and consequently mean you won’t be able to join us in September.
If you have other outstanding conditions you need to meet, e.g. sending us your English Language qualifications and paying your deposit, you must do this as soon as possible, so that you can get an unconditional offer.
You can keep an eye on the progress of your application on UCAS Track. To check if we have received your qualifications, please call us on 0300 555 5030.
Getting your Student Visa
If you require a visa to study in the UK, you should start preparing your documents and finances for getting your CAS now. By the time you get your results, you must have all your documents ready, including the money in your bank account for 28 days, so you can apply for your CAS immediately after you get your results.
Student visas are currently taking 4 weeks to process and there is no Priority or Super Priority service available. Hence, it is important that you start preparing now so you can join your course as planned.
Read all the information on our CAS and Visa page carefully and follow the instructions. If you applied through an agent or counsellor, you could ask them to assist you with this.
I'm waiting for GCSE results too
Getting your results
We don’t automatically get your GCSE results, so you must send these to us immediately when you get them.
If you have other outstanding conditions you need to meet, e.g. sending us your English Language qualifications and paying your deposit, you must do this as soon as possible, so that you can get an unconditional offer.
Once you have sent all of your qualifications and paid your deposit, keep your eye on UCAS Track to check the progress of your application. We will also send you an email when everything has been confirmed.
Getting your Student Visa
If you require a visa to study in the UK, you should start preparing your documents and finances for getting your CAS now. By the time you get your results, you must have all your documents ready, including the money in your bank account for 28 days, so you can apply for your CAS immediately after you get your results.
Student visas are currently taking 4 weeks to process and there is no Priority or Super Priority service available so it is important that you start preparing now so you can join your course as planned.
Read all the information on our CAS and Visa page carefully and follow the instructions. If you applied through an agent or counsellor, you can ask them to help you to do this.
I applied via the portal because I applied for BSc Nursing (Top-up) or the Graduate Certificate International Management (GCIM)
Getting your results
We don’t automatically receive your results so as soon as you get your results, you must upload them to the Application Portal immediately. If you have other outstanding conditions you need to meet, e.g. uploading your English Language qualifications and paying your deposit, you must do this as well. You must upload all your documents and meet all your conditions by 31 July at the latest, to secure your place on the course.
If you applied via an agent/counsellor, you can ask them to assist you with this.
Getting your Student Visa
If you require a visa to study in the UK, you should start preparing your documents and finances for getting your CAS now. By the time you get your results, you must have all your documents ready, including the money in your bank account for 28 days, so you can apply for your CAS immediately after you get your results.
Student visas are currently taking 4 weeks to process and there is no Priority or Super Priority service available so it is important that you start preparing now so you can join your course as planned.
Read all the information on our CAS and Visa page carefully and follow the instructions. If you applied through an agent or counsellor, they can guide you through the process.
My offer is unconditional
Great news!
If you require a visa to study in the UK, you should start preparing your documents and finances for getting your CAS now. By the time you get your results, you must have all your documents ready, including the money in your bank account for 28 days, so you can apply for your CAS immediately after you get your results.
Student visas are currently taking 4 weeks to process and there is no Priority or Super Priority service available so it is important that you start preparing now so you can join your course as planned.
Read all the information on our CAS and Visa page carefully and follow the instructions. If you applied through an agent or counsellor, you can ask them to assist you with this.
What if my results aren't what I expect?
Once we receive your results, we’ll make an assessment of whether you’ve achieved the grades that formed the conditions of your offer. If you do, we’ll confirm your place as soon as we can.
If you do not meet these conditions, we will take your full application into consideration, including any contextual information we might have – such as your interview performance or portfolio – before we make a decision on whether your place is confirmed. All applicants will be considered individually in this regard.
Alternatively, we may make you an offer to study a different course that we think is a more suitable option, such as a course with a Foundation Year.
In some situations, we may not be able to confirm your place, and, in this scenario, your application will be rejected.
What to do when you get your unconditional offer
Once you have your unconditional offer, give yourself a big cheer, woohoo! But you can’t relax yet as there are more tasks you need to complete before you can become an official University of Salford student.
Below is a checklist list we have prepared for you, to help guide you through your next steps and you can find more information on the Welcome website so please read this carefully.
If you booked accommodation with Campus Living Villages, arrival slots for moving into accommodation start from 5 September, and there will be some activities for those of you moving in early. Campus Living Villages will contact you soon to find out when you plan to arrive.
Keep in touch
Join our official Facebook group to find and chat with your future course mates, take part in live events and ask any questions you have about starting university. You can also follow us on TikTok, Instagram and Twitter for the latest news from our campus.
You can also contact our Enquiries team with any questions you may have by emailing enquiries@salford.ac.uk or calling +44 (0)161 295 4545.
askUS Student Services
askUS are currently available to contact by phone, email or via live chat on their website 10:00-16:00 (UK time) Monday to Friday:
- Contact number: +44 (0)161 295 0023
- Email: askUS@salford.ac.uk
- Website: www.salford.ac.uk/askus
Accommodation (Campus Living Villages)
Campus Living Villages are currently available to contact by phone, email or via live chat on their website:
- Contact number: +44 (0)161 850 6664
- Email: salford@clvuk.com
- Website: www.campuslivingvillages.co.uk/salford/
Enquiries and Admissions
Our Recruitment team is currently available to contact by phone, email or live chat from 10:00-16:00 (UK time) Monday to Friday.
- Contact number: +44 (0)161 295 4545
- Email: enquiries@salford.ac.uk
- Live chat: use the red chat icon in the bottom right-hand corner of the page
Security
Our security team are available for advice and assistance 24 hours a day, please call +44 (0)161 295 4773.
Call our switchboard
Not sure which team you should talk to? Call our switchboard on +44 0161 295 5000 and they'll direct you to the right person.
Chat to our current students
Want to know more about studying and living at the University of Salford? Chat with our current students and ask any questions you might have about their experiences at Salford. Click the arrow on the right to move through the student profiles.
Got any questions?
In case you need more information, we've compiled a range of questions and answers on our FAQ page. If you still have any questions, please get in touch with our team by calling +44 (0)161 295 4545 or emailing enquiries@salford.ac.uk.