Countdown to September
The summer will fly by and, before you know it, it will be time to make the big move to Salford. Here's everything you need to know before Welcome and Induction week kicks off on Monday 7 September and teaching starts on Monday 14 September.
We'll be in touch regularly between now and then. In the meantime, this page has got you covered - so make a brew and have a read!
Got a question? You might find your answer in our FAQs. If not, feel free to get in touch with our Enquiries team using the contact details at the bottom of this page.
What's next?
Here's what to expect over the coming months.
- 13 August: Results day! Look out for texts and emails from us, as well as something dropping through the letterbox! Make sure your contact details on UCAS are up to date so you don't miss out. We'll also send you more information about what to expect from Welcome and Induction week.
- 17 August: We'll start sending out emails about Registration this week.
- Late August: We'll send you information about your timetable.
- 31 August: Most student accommodation tenancies start this week. You'll usually need to book an arrival slot in advance. Your accommodation provider will be in touch with you directly to tell you what you need to do.
- 7-13 September: Welcome and Induction Week. A full week of activities to help you settle in, meet your coursemates and tutors, and get to know how your course works.
- 14 September: Teaching starts!
Get ready to start your studies
Your tutors have put together some optional pre-arrival content if you want to get stuck in early. There's no pressure - but if you're a keen bean, select your course from the drop-down below to get started.
Prepare for your subject
Read
Master Handbook of Acoustics by Everest, F. Alton; Pohlmann, Ken C.
Hidden Curriculum: The School of Science, Engineering and Environment
Watch
A Tour of our Acoustics Facilities
Explore Acoustics with Elle Kalavsky
Exploring Acoustics with Dominic Bowers
Exploring Acoustics with Vicky Stewart
Exploring Acoustics with Zac Fox
Listen
Noise Busters (podcast)
Browse
Study skills
Studying at university is different to how you might have studied in the past and, as you make the jump to this next level, our academic skills team, based in the Library, are here to help you develop the skills and confidence you’ll need to succeed. Here are their top tips:
- Complete our short Learning at University course to learn about teaching and assessment methods, and how to approach your learning.
- As you study with us, develop the study, research, digital and numeracy skills you need to succeed. From writing your first assignment, finding academic sources, and developing academic writing skills to presenting with confidence, or using Microsoft 365 tools, our skills microsite offers all the support you need, for free.
- If English isn’t your first language, Learn English for Academic Purposes (LEAP) offers a range of free online workshops, help and support that you can benefit from while you study.
You’ll also have an academic induction in September as part of your Welcome Week activity. This will provide you with essential information about your course, offer interactive tasks to get you prepared for the start of your modules, and provide the chance to meet your tutors and fellow students. We’ll send you more details about this via email as we get closer to the start of term.
Salford Inspire Scheme
After completing registration in September, you’ll receive an email inviting you to take part in the Salford Inspire Scheme. This provides most undergraduates with £150 of credits per year of your degree to spend in the Inspire online store. Here you’ll find deals on things like bikes, stationery, textbooks, clothing and footwear, memberships to University societies, books and technology.
PREPARE FOR YOUR SUBJECT
Read
Hidden Curriculum: The School of Science, Engineering and Environment
Watch
Beginner's Guide to Aircraft Aerodynamics
Aerodynamics explained by a world record paper airplane designer
Aircraft Engine Types and Propulsion systems
How to design an airplane
How to fold a paper airplane to fly forever
Flight Crew Competence: Assessing what and how
From the drawing board to the sky
Aviation and the environment
Aircraft Design Workshop
Browse
What is aeronautics?
From golf ball to aeroplane
Study skills
Studying at university is different to how you might have studied in the past and, as you make the jump to this next level, our academic skills team, based in the Library, are here to help you develop the skills and confidence you’ll need to succeed. Here are their top tips:
- Complete our short Learning at University course to learn about teaching and assessment methods, and how to approach your learning.
- As you study with us, develop the study, research, digital and numeracy skills you need to succeed. From writing your first assignment, finding academic sources, and developing academic writing skills to presenting with confidence, or using Microsoft 365 tools, our skills microsite offers all the support you need, for free.
- If English isn’t your first language, Learn English for Academic Purposes (LEAP) offers a range of free online workshops, help and support that you can benefit from while you study.
You’ll also have an academic induction in September as part of your Welcome Week activity. This will provide you with essential information about your course, offer interactive tasks to get you prepared for the start of your modules, and provide the chance to meet your tutors and fellow students. We’ll send you more details about this via email as we get closer to the start of term.
Salford Inspire Scheme
After completing registration in September, you’ll receive an email inviting you to take part in the Salford Inspire Scheme. This provides most undergraduates with £150 of credits per year of your degree to spend in the Inspire online store. Here you’ll find deals on things like bikes, stationery, textbooks, clothing and footwear, memberships to University societies, books and technology.
PREPARE FOR YOUR SUBJECT
Read
On the Origin of Species by Means of Natural Selection by Charles Darwin
Hidden Curriculum: The School of Science, Engineering and Environment
Watch
Sir David Attenborough | Biology: Changing the World Interview
Listen
Zoological Society of London Wild Science Podcast
Browse
Study skills
Studying at university is different to how you might have studied in the past and, as you make the jump to this next level, our academic skills team, based in the Library, are here to help you develop the skills and confidence you’ll need to succeed. Here are their top tips:
- Complete our short Learning at University course to learn about teaching and assessment methods, and how to approach your learning.
- As you study with us, develop the study, research, digital and numeracy skills you need to succeed. From writing your first assignment, finding academic sources, and developing academic writing skills to presenting with confidence, or using Microsoft 365 tools, our skills microsite offers all the support you need, for free.
- If English isn’t your first language, Learn English for Academic Purposes (LEAP) offers a range of free online workshops, help and support that you can benefit from while you study.
You’ll also have an academic induction in September as part of your Welcome Week activity. This will provide you with essential information about your course, offer interactive tasks to get you prepared for the start of your modules, and provide the chance to meet your tutors and fellow students. We’ll send you more details about this via email as we get closer to the start of term.
Salford Inspire Scheme
After completing registration in September, you’ll receive an email inviting you to take part in the Salford Inspire Scheme. This provides most undergraduates with £150 of credits per year of your degree to spend in the Inspire online store. Here you’ll find deals on things like bikes, stationery, textbooks, clothing and footwear, memberships to University societies, books and technology.
Prepare for your subject
Getting started at university
- Getting started with our virtual learning environment
- Develop your academic skills
- IT essentials at the University of Salford:
- Referencing literature for assessments
- Hidden Curriculum: The School of Science, Engineering and Environment
Read
- Life: Science of Biology
- Brock Biology of Microorganisms
- The Cell
- Genetics: The Conceptual Approach
- Principles of Anatomy and Physiology
- Biomedical Science Practice (Fundamentals of Biomedical Science)
Watch
- Welcome video for students on IBMS accredited degrees
- What is biomedical science?
- How many times has biomedical science supported your healthcare?
Listen
Browse
Study skills
Studying at university is different to how you might have studied in the past and, as you make the jump to this next level, our academic skills team, based in the Library, are here to help you develop the skills and confidence you’ll need to succeed. Here are their top tips:
- Complete our short Learning at University course to learn about teaching and assessment methods, and how to approach your learning.
- As you study with us, develop the study, research, digital and numeracy skills you need to succeed. From writing your first assignment, finding academic sources, and developing academic writing skills to presenting with confidence, or using Microsoft 365 tools, our skills microsite offers all the support you need, for free.
- If English isn’t your first language, Learn English for Academic Purposes (LEAP) offers a range of free online workshops, help and support that you can benefit from while you study.
You’ll also have an academic induction in September as part of your Welcome Week activity. This will provide you with essential information about your course, offer interactive tasks to get you prepared for the start of your modules, and provide the chance to meet your tutors and fellow students. We’ll send you more details about this via email as we get closer to the start of term.
Salford Inspire Scheme
After completing registration in September, you’ll receive an email inviting you to take part in the Salford Inspire Scheme. This provides most undergraduates with £150 of credits per year of your degree to spend in the Inspire online store. Here you’ll find deals on things like bikes, stationery, textbooks, clothing and footwear, memberships to University societies, books and technology.
Prepare for your subject
Read
Hidden Curriculum: The School of Science, Engineering and Environment
Watch
University of Salford Constructionarium
Civil Engineering - Constructionarium 2016
Listen
The New Engineer (podcast)
Browse
Study skills
Studying at university is different to how you might have studied in the past and, as you make the jump to this next level, our academic skills team, based in the Library, are here to help you develop the skills and confidence you’ll need to succeed. Here are their top tips:
- Complete our short Learning at University course to learn about teaching and assessment methods, and how to approach your learning.
- As you study with us, develop the study, research, digital and numeracy skills you need to succeed. From writing your first assignment, finding academic sources, and developing academic writing skills to presenting with confidence, or using Microsoft 365 tools, our skills microsite offers all the support you need, for free.
- If English isn’t your first language, Learn English for Academic Purposes (LEAP) offers a range of free online workshops, help and support that you can benefit from while you study.
You’ll also have an academic induction in September as part of your Welcome Week activity. This will provide you with essential information about your course, offer interactive tasks to get you prepared for the start of your modules, and provide the chance to meet your tutors and fellow students. We’ll send you more details about this via email as we get closer to the start of term.
Salford Inspire Scheme
After completing registration in September, you’ll receive an email inviting you to take part in the Salford Inspire Scheme. This provides most undergraduates with £150 of credits per year of your degree to spend in the Inspire online store. Here you’ll find deals on things like bikes, stationery, textbooks, clothing and footwear, memberships to University societies, books and technology.
Prepare for your subject
Browse
Email Faiz Jethwa (f.jethwa@salford.ac.uk) to be added to our taster module on this platform
Study skills
Studying at university is different to how you might have studied in the past and, as you make the jump to this next level, our academic skills team, based in the Library, are here to help you develop the skills and confidence you’ll need to succeed.
You can find online modules on topics such as learning at university, preparing for assessments, referencing and academic writing to help you get started before you join us in September. We also run free online workshops throughout the year and, if you need more specialist support, you can book a one-to-one appointment with one of the team.
If English isn’t your first language, Learn English for Academic Purposes (LEAP) offers a range of free online workshops, help and support that you can benefit from while you study.
You’ll also have an academic induction in September as part of your Welcome Week activity. This will provide you with essential information about your course, offer interactive tasks to get you prepared for the start of your modules, and provide the chance to meet your tutors and fellow students. We’ll send you more details about this via email as we get closer to the start of term.
Salford Inspire Scheme
After completing registration in September, you’ll receive an email inviting you to take part in the Salford Inspire Scheme. This provides most undergraduates with £150 of credits per year of your degree to spend in the Inspire online store. Here you’ll find deals on things like bikes, stationery, textbooks, clothing and footwear, memberships to University societies, books and technology.
Prepare for your subject
Read
- An Experiential Introduction to Principles of Programming Languages: For Java Programmers, by Hridesh Rajan. Published in 2022.
- Frontend Development: The Ultimate Guide, by Sufyan Bin Uzayr. Published in 2022.
- Human-Computer Interaction (HCI)
- Hidden Curriculum: The School of Science, Engineering and Environment
Watch
- Introduction to Databases (CBT Nuggets)
- Database Tutorial for Beginners (Lucid Software)
- Intro to Java Programming – Course for Absolute Beginners (freecodecamp.org)
- HTML, CSS and Javascript in 30 minutes (devdojo)
Browse
Study skills
Studying at university is different to how you might have studied in the past and, as you make the jump to this next level, our learning and skills team, based in the Library, are here to help you develop the skills and confidence you’ll need to succeed. Here are their top tips:
- Complete our short Learning at University course to learn about teaching and assessment methods, and how to approach your learning.
- As you study with us, develop the study, research, digital and numeracy skills you need to succeed. From writing your first assignment, finding academic sources, and developing academic writing skills to presenting with confidence, or using Microsoft 365 tools, our skills microsite offers all the support you need, for free.
- If English isn’t your first language, Learn English for Academic Purposes (LEAP) offers a range of free online workshops, help and support that you can benefit from while you study.
You’ll also have an academic induction in September as part of your Welcome Week activity. This will provide you with essential information about your course, offer interactive tasks to get you prepared for the start of your modules, and provide the chance to meet your tutors and fellow students. We’ll send you more details about this via email as we get closer to the start of term.
Salford Inspire Scheme
After completing registration in September, you’ll receive an email inviting you to take part in the Salford Inspire Scheme. This provides most undergraduates with £150 of credits per year of your degree to spend in the Inspire online store. Here you’ll find deals on things like bikes, stationery, textbooks, clothing and footwear, memberships to University societies, books and technology.
Prepare for your subject
Read
- The Building Magazine
- Construction News (Journal)
- Hidden Curriculum: The School of Science, Engineering and Environment
Recommended
If you're local to Manchester, take a walk around the city and look at the developments taking place, the contractors and clients involved in delivering the projects, and take note of the information on the site hoardings. Billboards on the hoardings contain a wealth of insightful information such as proposed scheme details, the construction, health & safety information, and the impact the construction will have on the community.
We'd encourage all prospective students to gain some experience prior to starting university. Perhaps a day work-shadowing a professional in practice to better understand the role they play and the varying professionals they converse with in their day-to-day activity.
Study skills
Studying at university is different to how you might have studied in the past and, as you make the jump to this next level, our academic skills team, based in the Library, are here to help you develop the skills and confidence you’ll need to succeed. Here are their top tips:
- Complete our short Learning at University course to learn about teaching and assessment methods, and how to approach your learning.
- As you study with us, develop the study, research, digital and numeracy skills you need to succeed. From writing your first assignment, finding academic sources, and developing academic writing skills to presenting with confidence, or using Microsoft 365 tools, our skills microsite offers all the support you need, for free.
- If English isn’t your first language, Learn English for Academic Purposes (LEAP) offers a range of free online workshops, help and support that you can benefit from while you study.
You’ll also have an academic induction in September as part of your Welcome Week activity. This will provide you with essential information about your course, offer interactive tasks to get you prepared for the start of your modules, and provide the chance to meet your tutors and fellow students. We’ll send you more details about this via email as we get closer to the start of term.
Salford Inspire Scheme
After completing registration in September, you’ll receive an email inviting you to take part in the Salford Inspire Scheme. This provides most undergraduates with £150 of credits per year of your degree to spend in the Inspire online store. Here you’ll find deals on things like bikes, stationery, textbooks, clothing and footwear, memberships to University societies, books and technology.
Prepare for your subject
Read
- Engineering Circuit Analysis 9th Edition McGraw-Hill Education; 9th edition (21 Mar. 2018)
- Hidden Curriculum: The School of Science, Engineering and Environment
Watch
Browse
Study skills
Studying at university is different to how you might have studied in the past and, as you make the jump to this next level, our academic skills team, based in the Library, are here to help you develop the skills and confidence you’ll need to succeed. Here are their top tips:
- Complete our short Learning at University course to learn about teaching and assessment methods, and how to approach your learning.
- As you study with us, develop the study, research, digital and numeracy skills you need to succeed. From writing your first assignment, finding academic sources, and developing academic writing skills to presenting with confidence, or using Microsoft 365 tools, our skills microsite offers all the support you need, for free.
- If English isn’t your first language, Learn English for Academic Purposes (LEAP) offers a range of free online workshops, help and support that you can benefit from while you study.
You’ll also have an academic induction in September as part of your Welcome Week activity. This will provide you with essential information about your course, offer interactive tasks to get you prepared for the start of your modules, and provide the chance to meet your tutors and fellow students. We’ll send you more details about this via email as we get closer to the start of term.
Salford Inspire Scheme
After completing registration in September, you’ll receive an email inviting you to take part in the Salford Inspire Scheme. This provides most undergraduates with £150 of credits per year of your degree to spend in the Inspire online store. Here you’ll find deals on things like bikes, stationery, textbooks, clothing and footwear, memberships to University societies, books and technology.
Read
- Living Planet Report 2024
- Earth Data: Open Access for Open Science – GIS
- Earth Data: Open Access for Open Science – Remote Sensing
- An Introduction to Sustainability, Martin Mulligan
- Urban Geography, Tim Hall and Heather Barrett
- The Health Foundation: The Marmot Review - 10 Years On
- Silent Spring at 60, Rachel Carson
- Met Office blog
- Europe's climate is changing fast - here's how it's affecting people and the economy - by Rosie Anthony
- Hidden Curriculum: The School of Science, Engineering and Environment
Watch
- Living Planet Report 2024
- Carbon trading explained
- What is Remote Sensing?
- What is GIS?
- Julian Agyeman’s Just Sustainabilities
- New York City’s Rooftop Urban Farms
- The Manchester Cloud Gardener
- Manctopia documentary
- IGNITION Living Lab Virtual Tour
- Don't Look Up (film, 2021)
Listen
Browse
- Circular Online – latest news about sustainable resource solutions, waste and the circular economy
- Sustainable development goals in action
- Chartered Institute of Waste Management - offers free student membership
- Institute of Sustainability and Environmental Professionals (ISEP) – student membership costs £26 a year but for accredited programmes it is free
- Chartered Institute of Water & Environmental Management (CIWEM) – offers student membership
- Chartered Institute of Ecology & Environmental Management (CIEEM) – student membership costs £28 a year
- Green Careers Hub – organised and supported by IEMA
- The Conversation - Glaciers in the Alps are melting faster than before
- The Guardian - UK farmers consider quitting after extreme weather
- British Geological Society
- The Guardian - Most of the world’s population wants stronger climate action. They just don’t realize that they are a majority
- The Guardian - Activate climate’s ‘silent majority’ to supercharge action, experts say
- The Conversation - Humanity depends on the ocean — Here is what we need to prioritize for immediate ocean science research
Study skills
Studying at university is different to how you might have studied in the past and, as you make the jump to this next level, our academic skills team, based in the Library, are here to help you develop the skills and confidence you’ll need to succeed. Here are their top tips:
- Complete our short Learning at University course to learn about teaching and assessment methods, and how to approach your learning.
- As you study with us, develop the study, research, digital and numeracy skills you need to succeed. From writing your first assignment, finding academic sources, and developing academic writing skills to presenting with confidence, or using Microsoft 365 tools, our skills microsite offers all the support you need, for free.
- If English isn’t your first language, Learn English for Academic Purposes (LEAP) offers a range of free online workshops, help and support that you can benefit from while you study.
You’ll also have an academic induction in September as part of your Welcome Week activity. This will provide you with essential information about your course, offer interactive tasks to get you prepared for the start of your modules, and provide the chance to meet your tutors and fellow students. We’ll send you more details about this via email as we get closer to the start of term.
Salford Inspire Scheme
After completing registration in September, you’ll receive an email inviting you to take part in the Salford Inspire Scheme. This provides most undergraduates with £150 of credits per year of your degree to spend in the Inspire online store. Here you’ll find deals on things like bikes, stationery, textbooks, clothing and footwear, memberships to University societies, books and technology.
Prepare for your subject
Read
- Life: Science of Biology
Brock Biology of Microorganisms
The Cell
Genetics: The Conceptual Approach
Principles of Anatomy and Physiology
The ultimate study skills handbook - Hidden Curriculum: The School of Science, Engineering and Environment
Watch
Whole Body Begins as a Single Cell
Physiology: From Cells to Systems
Browse
Study skills
Studying at university is different to how you might have studied in the past and, as you make the jump to this next level, our academic skills team, based in the Library, are here to help you develop the skills and confidence you’ll need to succeed. Here are their top tips:
- Complete our short Learning at University course to learn about teaching and assessment methods, and how to approach your learning.
- As you study with us, develop the study, research, digital and numeracy skills you need to succeed. From writing your first assignment, finding academic sources, and developing academic writing skills to presenting with confidence, or using Microsoft 365 tools, our skills microsite offers all the support you need, for free.
- If English isn’t your first language, Learn English for Academic Purposes (LEAP) offers a range of free online workshops, help and support that you can benefit from while you study.
You’ll also have an academic induction in September as part of your Welcome Week activity. This will provide you with essential information about your course, offer interactive tasks to get you prepared for the start of your modules, and provide the chance to meet your tutors and fellow students. We’ll send you more details about this via email as we get closer to the start of term.
Salford Inspire Scheme
After completing registration in September, you’ll receive an email inviting you to take part in the Salford Inspire Scheme. This provides most undergraduates with £150 of credits per year of your degree to spend in the Inspire online store. Here you’ll find deals on things like bikes, stationery, textbooks, clothing and footwear, memberships to University societies, books and technology.
Prepare for your subject
Read
- Underwater Marine Biology by Stavros Kaniklides
- Hidden Curriculum: The School of Science, Engineering and Environment
Watch
- The Blue Planet Collection | Part 1 | BBC Earth
Listen
Browse
Study skills
Studying at university is different to how you might have studied in the past and, as you make the jump to this next level, our academic skills team, based in the Library, are here to help you develop the skills and confidence you’ll need to succeed. Here are their top tips:
- Complete our short Learning at University course to learn about teaching and assessment methods, and how to approach your learning.
- As you study with us, develop the study, research, digital and numeracy skills you need to succeed. From writing your first assignment, finding academic sources, and developing academic writing skills to presenting with confidence, or using Microsoft 365 tools, our skills microsite offers all the support you need, for free.
- If English isn’t your first language, Learn English for Academic Purposes (LEAP) offers a range of free online workshops, help and support that you can benefit from while you study.
You’ll also have an academic induction in September as part of your Welcome Week activity. This will provide you with essential information about your course, offer interactive tasks to get you prepared for the start of your modules, and provide the chance to meet your tutors and fellow students. We’ll send you more details about this via email as we get closer to the start of term.
Salford Inspire Scheme
After completing registration in September, you’ll receive an email inviting you to take part in the Salford Inspire Scheme. This provides most undergraduates with £150 of credits per year of your degree to spend in the Inspire online store. Here you’ll find deals on things like bikes, stationery, textbooks, clothing and footwear, memberships to University societies, books and technology.
Prepare for your subject
Read
Computer literacy is increasingly becoming a necessary skill for Mathematics graduates. We will introduce you to Python and how it can be used in mathematical models. Don’t worry if you have never used a programming language before as no past experience is assumed.
- What is mathematical modelling?
- Why learn Python?
- Hidden Curriculum: The School of Science, Engineering and Environment
Watch
- What's the Point of Maths? by Dr Nira Chamberlin and the Royal Institution
- How to use Google Colab for Python Programming?
Listen
- (BBC) A Brief History of Mathematics
- (BBC) The Mathematics of Elections
- The Secrets of Mathematics | University of Oxford Podcasts
- Breaking Math
Browse
- LearnPython Site - in case you want to delve deeper.
- The Institute of Mathematics and it’s Applications - accredits the Mathematics course at Salford and has a lot of information on what it means to be a professional mathematician.
- Maths Careers - see what you can do with a maths degree. This site has profiles of mathematicians working in many different careers and other useful resources such as an excellent guide to studying mathematics at University
- Chalkdust Magazine - A magazine for the Mathematically curious.
- The Magnetic Pendulum - written by a final year student and a lecturer at Salford.
- What can I do with a mathematics degree? | Prospects.ac.uk
- What does a mathematician do? - CareerExplorer
Study skills
Studying at university is different to how you might have studied in the past and, as you make the jump to this next level, our academic skills team, based in the Library, are here to help you develop the skills and confidence you’ll need to succeed. Here are their top tips:
- Complete our short Learning at University course to learn about teaching and assessment methods, and how to approach your learning.
- As you study with us, develop the study, research, digital and numeracy skills you need to succeed. From writing your first assignment, finding academic sources, and developing academic writing skills to presenting with confidence, or using Microsoft 365 tools, our skills microsite offers all the support you need, for free.
- If English isn’t your first language, Learn English for Academic Purposes (LEAP) offers a range of free online workshops, help and support that you can benefit from while you study.
You’ll also have an academic induction in September as part of your Welcome Week activity. This will provide you with essential information about your course, offer interactive tasks to get you prepared for the start of your modules, and provide the chance to meet your tutors and fellow students. We’ll send you more details about this via email as we get closer to the start of term.
Salford Inspire Scheme
After completing registration in September, you’ll receive an email inviting you to take part in the Salford Inspire Scheme. This provides most undergraduates with £150 of credits per year of your degree to spend in the Inspire online store. Here you’ll find deals on things like bikes, stationery, textbooks, clothing and footwear, memberships to University societies, books and technology.
Prepare for your subject
Read
Watch
Listen
Browse
Study skills
Studying at university is different to how you might have studied in the past and, as you make the jump to this next level, our academic skills team, based in the Library, are here to help you develop the skills and confidence you’ll need to succeed. Here are their top tips:
- Complete our short Learning at University course to learn about teaching and assessment methods, and how to approach your learning.
- As you study with us, develop the study, research, digital and numeracy skills you need to succeed. From writing your first assignment, finding academic sources, and developing academic writing skills to presenting with confidence, or using Microsoft 365 tools, our skills microsite offers all the support you need, for free.
- If English isn’t your first language, Learn English for Academic Purposes (LEAP) offers a range of free online workshops, help and support that you can benefit from while you study.
You’ll also have an academic induction in September as part of your Welcome Week activity. This will provide you with essential information about your course, offer interactive tasks to get you prepared for the start of your modules, and provide the chance to meet your tutors and fellow students. We’ll send you more details about this via email as we get closer to the start of term.
Salford Inspire Scheme
After completing registration in September, you’ll receive an email inviting you to take part in the Salford Inspire Scheme. This provides most undergraduates with £150 of credits per year of your degree to spend in the Inspire online store. Here you’ll find deals on things like bikes, stationery, textbooks, clothing and footwear, memberships to University societies, books and technology.
Prepare for your subject
Read
- Database Systems – A Pragmatic Approach, 3rd Edition by Elvis Foster. Published in 2022.
An Experiential Introduction to Principles of Programming Languages: For Java Programmers, by Hridesh Rajan. Published in 2022.
Frontend Development: The Ultimate Guide, by Sufyan Bin Uzayr. Published in 2022. - Hidden Curriculum: The School of Science, Engineering and Environment
Watch
Introduction to Databases (CBT Nuggets)
Database Tutorial for Beginners (Lucid Software)
Intro to Java Programming – Course for Absolute Beginners (freecodecamp.org)
HTML, CSS and Javascript in 30 minutes (devdojo)
Browse
Using the Eclipse IDE for Java programming – Tutorial
In-Depth Eclipse Tutorials For Beginners
Study skills
Studying at university is different to how you might have studied in the past and, as you make the jump to this next level, our academic skills team, based in the Library, are here to help you develop the skills and confidence you’ll need to succeed. Here are their top tips:
- Complete our short Learning at University course to learn about teaching and assessment methods, and how to approach your learning.
- As you study with us, develop the study, research, digital and numeracy skills you need to succeed. From writing your first assignment, finding academic sources, and developing academic writing skills to presenting with confidence, or using Microsoft 365 tools, our skills microsite offers all the support you need, for free.
- If English isn’t your first language, Learn English for Academic Purposes (LEAP) offers a range of free online workshops, help and support that you can benefit from while you study.
You’ll also have an academic induction in September as part of your Welcome Week activity. This will provide you with essential information about your course, offer interactive tasks to get you prepared for the start of your modules, and provide the chance to meet your tutors and fellow students. We’ll send you more details about this via email as we get closer to the start of term.
Salford Inspire Scheme
After completing registration in September, you’ll receive an email inviting you to take part in the Salford Inspire Scheme. This provides most undergraduates with £150 of credits per year of your degree to spend in the Inspire online store. Here you’ll find deals on things like bikes, stationery, textbooks, clothing and footwear, memberships to University societies, books and technology.
Prepare for your subject
Read
- Sound and Recording by Francis Rumsey and Tim McCormick
- Sound on Sound Magazine (print or free online)
- Hidden Curriculum: The School of Science, Engineering and Environment
Watch
Browse
Study skills
Studying at university is different to how you might have studied in the past and, as you make the jump to this next level, our academic skills team, based in the Library, are here to help you develop the skills and confidence you’ll need to succeed. Here are their top tips:
- Complete our short Learning at University course to learn about teaching and assessment methods, and how to approach your learning.
- As you study with us, develop the study, research, digital and numeracy skills you need to succeed. From writing your first assignment, finding academic sources, and developing academic writing skills to presenting with confidence, or using Microsoft 365 tools, our skills microsite offers all the support you need, for free.
- If English isn’t your first language, Learn English for Academic Purposes (LEAP) offers a range of free online workshops, help and support that you can benefit from while you study.
You’ll also have an academic induction in September as part of your Welcome Week activity. This will provide you with essential information about your course, offer interactive tasks to get you prepared for the start of your modules, and provide the chance to meet your tutors and fellow students. We’ll send you more details about this via email as we get closer to the start of term.
Salford Inspire Scheme
After completing registration in September, you’ll receive an email inviting you to take part in the Salford Inspire Scheme. This provides most undergraduates with £150 of credits per year of your degree to spend in the Inspire online store. Here you’ll find deals on things like bikes, stationery, textbooks, clothing and footwear, memberships to University societies, books and technology.
Prepare for your subject
Read
- The Voyage of the Beagle (Charles Darwin)
- Life at the Zoo
- Beasts and Men (Carl Hagenbeck)
- Conservation Biology for All
- Black Ops & Beaver Bombing by Fiona Matthews & Tim Kendall 2023
- Nature's Ghosts
- Hidden Curriculum: The School of Science, Engineering and Environment
Books by the following authors are also great for background reading: George Schaller; Lucy Cooke; Stephen Jay Gould; Richard Dawkins; Robert Sapolsky; Matt Ridley; Frans de Waal; Steve Brusatte.
Watch
- Should zoos exist?
- Brain training for zoo animals
- Why biodiversity is important
- Mammals
- Planet Earth III
- The Americas
Listen
- SL Wild Science Podcasts
- Zoo Logic Podcasts
- UK Wildlife Podcasts
- Mongabay (Conservation) Podcasts
- Wild Crimes
- Wild about Wellbeing
- Pangolin the Conservation Podcast
- Restore our Planet podcast
Browse
- British and Irish Association of Zoos and Aquariums
- European Association of Zoos and Aquaria
- The Mammal Society
- British Trust for Ornithology
- Amphibian and Reptile Conservation
- Zoo History (The Bartlett Society)
- Zootierliste (database of species held by zoos)
- iNaturalist - the website of wildlife database from around the world
- Xero-Canto - the website of wildlife sounds
Study skills
Studying at university is different to how you might have studied in the past and, as you make the jump to this next level, our academic skills team, based in the Library, are here to help you develop the skills and confidence you’ll need to succeed. Here are their top tips:
- Complete our short Learning at University course to learn about teaching and assessment methods, and how to approach your learning.
- As you study with us, develop the study, research, digital and numeracy skills you need to succeed. From writing your first assignment, finding academic sources, and developing academic writing skills to presenting with confidence, or using Microsoft 365 tools, our skills microsite offers all the support you need, for free.
- If English isn’t your first language, Learn English for Academic Purposes (LEAP) offers a range of free online workshops, help and support that you can benefit from while you study.
You’ll also have an academic induction in September as part of your Welcome Week activity. This will provide you with essential information about your course, offer interactive tasks to get you prepared for the start of your modules, and provide the chance to meet your tutors and fellow students. We’ll send you more details about this via email as we get closer to the start of term.
Salford Inspire Scheme
After completing registration in September, you’ll receive an email inviting you to take part in the Salford Inspire Scheme. This provides most undergraduates with £150 of credits per year of your degree to spend in the Inspire online store. Here you’ll find deals on things like bikes, stationery, textbooks, clothing and footwear, memberships to University societies, books and technology.
Prepare for your subject
Read
On the Origin of Species by Means of Natural Selection by Charles Darwin
Hidden Curriculum: The School of Science, Engineering and Environment
Watch
Sir David Attenborough | Biology: Changing the World Interview | Royal Society of Biology:
Listen
The Life Scientific
Microbe.tv podcasts
The Infinite Monkey cage
Scientific American podcasts
Zoological Society of London Wild Science Podcast
Browse
Study skills
Studying at university is different to how you might have studied in the past and, as you make the jump to this next level, our academic skills team, based in the Library, are here to help you develop the skills and confidence you’ll need to succeed. Here are their top tips:
- Complete our short Learning at University course to learn about teaching and assessment methods, and how to approach your learning.
- As you study with us, develop the study, research, digital and numeracy skills you need to succeed. From writing your first assignment, finding academic sources, and developing academic writing skills to presenting with confidence, or using Microsoft 365 tools, our skills microsite offers all the support you need, for free.
- If English isn’t your first language, Learn English for Academic Purposes (LEAP) offers a range of free online workshops, help and support that you can benefit from while you study.
You’ll also have an academic induction in September as part of your Welcome Week activity. This will provide you with essential information about your course, offer interactive tasks to get you prepared for the start of your modules, and provide the chance to meet your tutors and fellow students. We’ll send you more details about this via email as we get closer to the start of term.
Salford Inspire Scheme
After completing registration in September, you’ll receive an email inviting you to take part in the Salford Inspire Scheme. This provides most undergraduates with £150 of credits per year of your degree to spend in the Inspire online store. Here you’ll find deals on things like bikes, stationery, textbooks, clothing and footwear, memberships to University societies, books and technology.
Prepare for your subject
Read
Watch
- Leading contractors and consultants put plenty of videos on YouTube about the different roles they offer and what people in these roles do on a day-to-day basis. You can find the leading companies with the steps in the 'Browse' section.
- Search for RICS and CIOB. These are just some of the leading professional bodies in the construction industry and offer a wealth of videos, training and broader knowledge content. You can also join as a student member
Browse
- Keep up with the latest industry news on Property Week
- Create a profile on LinkedIn
- Search for the top construction industry contractors and consultants, then search these company websites. You can find out about the type of company you want to work for, the role you would like and even perhaps apply for any vacancies
Recommend
- Wherever you live, have a look around at the developments taking place and take note of the information on the site hoardings. Billboards and hoardings contain a wealth of insightful information such as proposed scheme details, the construction, health and safety information and the impact the construction will have on the community.
- We'd encourage all prospective students to gain some experience prior to starting university. Perhaps a day work-shadowing a professional in practice to better understand the role they play and the varying professionals they work with in their day-to-day activity
Study skills
Studying at university is different to how you might have studied in the past and, as you make the jump to this next level, our academic skills team, based in the Library, are here to help you develop the skills and confidence you’ll need to succeed. Here are their top tips:
- Complete our short Learning at University course to learn about teaching and assessment methods, and how to approach your learning.
- As you study with us, develop the study, research, digital and numeracy skills you need to succeed. From writing your first assignment, finding academic sources, and developing academic writing skills to presenting with confidence, or using Microsoft 365 tools, our skills microsite offers all the support you need, for free.
- If English isn’t your first language, Learn English for Academic Purposes (LEAP) offers a range of free online workshops, help and support that you can benefit from while you study.
You’ll also have an academic induction in September as part of your Welcome Week activity. This will provide you with essential information about your course, offer interactive tasks to get you prepared for the start of your modules, and provide the chance to meet your tutors and fellow students. We’ll send you more details about this via email as we get closer to the start of term.
Salford Inspire Scheme
After completing registration in September, you’ll receive an email inviting you to take part in the Salford Inspire Scheme. This provides most undergraduates with £150 of credits per year of your degree to spend in the Inspire online store. Here you’ll find deals on things like bikes, stationery, textbooks, clothing and footwear, memberships to University societies, books and technology.
Prepare for your subject
Read
An Introduction to Counselling (fifth ed., 2013) by John McLeod.
An Introduction to Counselling and Psychotherapy : From Theory to Practice (second., 2018) by Andrew Reeves.
Basic Freud : Psychoanalytic Thought for the twenty-first century (2002) by Michael Kahn.
First Steps in Counselling: A Students' Companion for Introductory Courses (fourth ed., 2011) by Pete Sanders.
Person-centred Counselling in Action (2013) by Dave Mearns and Brian Thorne.
Person-Centred Therapy: 100 Key Points (second ed., 2016) by Paul Wilkins.
Sigmund Freud (second ed., 2003) by Michael Jacobs.
Skills in Person-centred Counselling and Psychotherapy (third ed., 2017) by Janet Tolan.
*Titles linked to the University of Salford Library Search page.
Watch
Good Will Hunting (1997) - Will Hunting, a janitor at M.I.T., has a gift for mathematics but needs help from a psychologist to find direction in his life. Rated 15 for strong language – visit the IMDB parents’ guide for more information.
Browse
Training and resources for counselling and psychotherapy - Professor Mick Cooper - internationally recognised author, trainer, and consultant in the field of humanistic, existential, and pluralistic therapies.
Study skills
Studying at university is different to how you might have studied in the past and, as you make the jump to this next level, our academic skills team, based in the Library, are here to help you develop the skills and confidence you’ll need to succeed. Here are their top tips:
- Complete our short Learning at University course to learn about teaching and assessment methods, and how to approach your learning.
- As you study with us, develop the study, research, digital and numeracy skills you need to succeed. From writing your first assignment, finding academic sources, and developing academic writing skills to presenting with confidence, or using Microsoft 365 tools, our skills microsite offers all the support you need, for free.
- If English isn’t your first language, Learn English for Academic Purposes (LEAP) offers a range of free online workshops, help and support that you can benefit from while you study.
You’ll also have an academic induction in September as part of your Welcome Week activity. This will provide you with essential information about your course, offer interactive tasks to get you prepared for the start of your modules, and provide the chance to meet your tutors and fellow students. We’ll send you more details about this via email as we get closer to the start of term.
Salford Inspire Scheme
After completing registration in September, you’ll receive an email inviting you to take part in the Salford Inspire Scheme. This provides most undergraduates with £150 of credits per year of your degree to spend in the Inspire online store. Here you’ll find deals on things like bikes, stationery, textbooks, clothing and footwear, memberships to University societies, books and technology.
Prepare for your subject
Listen
Life After Prison: The Sit Down: Discover advice, inspiration, information, support, and entertainment for life after incarceration. Available on all major streaming platforms.
The Secret Life of Prisons Podcast (Prison Radio Association): Uncover the hidden stories from behind bars through this thought-provoking podcast. Available on all major streaming platforms.
Thinking Allowed (BBC Radio 4): Stay updated on the latest social science research with this engaging podcast. Available to stream on BBC Sounds and major streaming platforms.
Read
Understanding Criminology' in Criminology, (third ed., 2017) by Tim Newburn. Pages 4-13.
Introduction in Criminology: A Sociological Introduction, (fourth ed., 2020) by Carrabine et al. Pages 3-9.
The Conversation UK: The world's leading publisher of research-based news and analysis.
British Society of Criminology Policing Network Blog: Insight from policing researchers in the UK and beyond.
The British Society of Criminology Blog: Exploring current issues on crime, criminology and criminal justice.
Watch
Criminology: A Very Short Introduction - Tim Newburn (Talks at Google) (YouTube).
Studying criminology: why and how? (Oxford Academic) (YouTube).
Time (series one and two) (BBC): Eric is a prison officer who tries to protect those in his charge. When one of the most dangerous inmates identifies his weakness, Eric faces an impossible choice between his principles and his love for his family. Available to watch on BBC iPlayer.
The Responder (BBC): British police drama series set in Liverpool, written by a former police officer. Available to watch on BBC iPlayer.
Study skills
Studying at university is different to how you might have studied in the past and, as you make the jump to this next level, our academic skills team, based in the Library, are here to help you develop the skills and confidence you’ll need to succeed. Here are their top tips:
- Complete our short Learning at University course to learn about teaching and assessment methods, and how to approach your learning.
- As you study with us, develop the study, research, digital and numeracy skills you need to succeed. From writing your first assignment, finding academic sources, and developing academic writing skills to presenting with confidence, or using Microsoft 365 tools, our skills microsite offers all the support you need, for free.
- If English isn’t your first language, Learn English for Academic Purposes (LEAP) offers a range of free online workshops, help and support that you can benefit from while you study.
You’ll also have an academic induction in September as part of your Welcome Week activity. This will provide you with essential information about your course, offer interactive tasks to get you prepared for the start of your modules, and provide the chance to meet your tutors and fellow students. We’ll send you more details about this via email as we get closer to the start of term.
Salford Inspire Scheme
After completing registration in September, you’ll receive an email inviting you to take part in the Salford Inspire Scheme. This provides most undergraduates with £150 of credits per year of your degree to spend in the Inspire online store. Here you’ll find deals on things like bikes, stationery, textbooks, clothing and footwear, memberships to University societies, books and technology.
Prepare for your subject
Listen
Life After Prison: The Sit Down: Discover advice, inspiration, information, support, and entertainment for life after incarceration. Available on all major streaming platforms.
Sage Sociology (SAGE): Dive into the ideas, research, and aims behind some of the most influential papers in Sociology. Available on all major streaming platforms.
The Secret Life of Prisons Podcast (Prison Radio Association): Uncover the hidden stories from behind bars through this thought-provoking podcast. Available on all major streaming platforms.
Thinking Allowed (BBC Radio 4): Stay updated on the latest social science research with this engaging podcast. Available to stream on BBC Sounds and major streaming platforms.
University of Oxford Centre for Criminology Podcast: Access talks covering topics such as rights and justice, politics, penal culture, crime and mental health, and immigration. Available on all major streaming platforms.
Read
Criminology (third ed., 2017)* by Tim Newburn (available on Amazon).
Introducing Cultural Studies (third ed., 2016)* by Brian Longhurst, et al.
The Story of Sociology by Gregor McLennan.
*Titles linked to the University of Salford Library Search page.
Browse
The Conversation UK: The world's leading publisher of research-based news and analysis.
Watch
I, Daniel Blake (2016): After surviving a heart-attack, a 59-year-old carpenter must fight bureaucratic forces to receive Employment and Support Allowance. Rated 15 – visit the IMDB parents’ guide for more information.
Sorry We Missed You (2019): Hoping that self-employment through gig economy can solve their financial woes, a hard-up UK delivery driver and his wife struggling to raise a family end up trapped in the vicious circle of this modern-day form of labour exploitation.
Time (series one and two) (BBC): Eric is a prison officer who tries to protect those in his charge. When one of the most dangerous inmates identifies his weakness, Eric faces an impossible choice between his principles and his love for his family. Available to watch on BBC iPlayer.
The Responder (BBC): British police drama series set in Liverpool, written by a former police officer. Available to watch on BBC iPlayer.
Study skills
Studying at university is different to how you might have studied in the past and, as you make the jump to this next level, our academic skills team, based in the Library, are here to help you develop the skills and confidence you’ll need to succeed. Here are their top tips:
- Complete our short Learning at University course to learn about teaching and assessment methods, and how to approach your learning.
- As you study with us, develop the study, research, digital and numeracy skills you need to succeed. From writing your first assignment, finding academic sources, and developing academic writing skills to presenting with confidence, or using Microsoft 365 tools, our skills microsite offers all the support you need, for free.
- If English isn’t your first language, Learn English for Academic Purposes (LEAP) offers a range of free online workshops, help and support that you can benefit from while you study.
You’ll also have an academic induction in September as part of your Welcome Week activity. This will provide you with essential information about your course, offer interactive tasks to get you prepared for the start of your modules, and provide the chance to meet your tutors and fellow students. We’ll send you more details about this via email as we get closer to the start of term.
Salford Inspire Scheme
After completing registration in September, you’ll receive an email inviting you to take part in the Salford Inspire Scheme. This provides most undergraduates with £150 of credits per year of your degree to spend in the Inspire online store. Here you’ll find deals on things like bikes, stationery, textbooks, clothing and footwear, memberships to University societies, books and technology.
Prepare for your subject
Equipment
Nurse (fob) watch.
Waterproof black shoes, which cover the foot (e.g. Abeba Nursing Shoes - Salford Inspire).
Read
Mayes or Myles Midwifery textbook, the latest edition:
Myles' Textbook for Midwives (17th Revised edition - 2020)* by Jayne Marshall and Maureen Raynor (Paperback and eBook available through Salford Inspire).
Mayes' Midwifery* by Sue Macdonald and Gail Johnson (15th edition eBook and 16th edition paperback available through Salford Inspire).
Midwifery Digest - Midwives Information and Resource Service (MIDIRS): A quarterly journal of evidence-based original articles and reprints, clinical reflections, practice improvements and opinion pieces.
The Practising Midwife Journal: A highly regarded resource for maternity workers, student midwives, midwives, parents and families across the globe.
*Titles linked to the University of Salford Library Search page.
Browse
Student Midwife Studygram: Helpful revision resources for midwives.
The Royal College of Midwives (RCM) website and resources: Information and resources available as part of the RCM’s student midwife membership.
The Nursing and Midwifery Council Code: Familiarise yourself with the professional standards that nurses, midwives and nursing associates must uphold to be registered to practise in the UK.
Study skills
Studying at university is different to how you might have studied in the past and, as you make the jump to this next level, our academic support team are here to help you develop the skills and confidence you’ll need to succeed.
You can find online modules on topics such as learning at university, preparing for assessments, referencing and academic writing to help you get started before you join us in September. We also run free online and on-campus workshops throughout the year and, if you need more specialist support, you can book a one-to-one appointment with one of the team.
If English isn’t your first language, Learn English for Academic Purposes (LEAP) offers a range of free online workshops, help and support that you can benefit from while you study.
You’ll also have an academic induction in September as part of your Welcome Week activity. This will provide you with essential information about your course, offer interactive tasks to get you prepared for the start of your modules, and provide the chance to meet your tutors and fellow students. We’ll send you more details about this via email as we get closer to the start of term.
Salford Inspire Scheme
After completing registration in September, you’ll receive an email inviting you to take part in the Salford Inspire Scheme. This provides most undergraduates with £150 of credits per year of your degree to spend in the Inspire online store. Here you’ll find deals on things like bikes, stationery, textbooks, clothing and footwear, memberships to University societies, books and technology.
Prepare for your subject
Listen
Royal College of Occupational Therapists (RCOT) podcast: Capturing conversations with members of the occupational therapy community.
The Occupied podcast: a regular podcast about occupational therapy.
OT and Chill podcast: a UK based podcast about all things occupational therapy.
Follow
Follow our Facebook page.
Linkedin is a great place to connect with Occupational Therapists and students - you can follow our professional body (RCOT) and connect with some of our staff team before starting your course: Bethan (Head of Occupational Therapy), Mandy (BSc Programme Lead), Vicky (BSc Extended route / degree apprentice lead), Lisa (Admissions Lead), Alan (Level 4 BSc year manager).
Posts about us on social media use the hashtag #SalfordUniOT - you will find 'meet the team' and other videos on Instagram, TikTok, Linkedin, Facebook and BlueSky.
Read
Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC): Standards of code and ethics: The ethical framework within which HCPC registrants must work and the standards the HCPC consider necessary to protect members of the public.
HCPC: Standards of proficiency for occupational therapists: this document outlines the standards you must achieve by the end of your course to become an occupational therapist.
RCOT #ChooseOT: Inspire future occupational therapists: Inspiring stories and information about becoming an occupational therapist.
RCOT: Professional standards and ethics: The professional standards and ethics for occupational therapy practice, setting out the essential practice, behaviours and values RCOT expects of members.
Blogs
Finding me in OT: Shining a light on the true essence of Occupational Therapy – beyond the systems, medical model policies and procedure.
Not So Terrible Palsy: Georgia Vine talks about occupational therapy and her experiences of being a disabled occupational therapy student and qualified therapist.
Equipment
A Laptop or tablet device to access online learning materials from anywhere
Webcam or inbuilt camera on laptop to engage in online sessions
Headphones and microphone (or headset combining both) to engage in online learning
Pens, highlighters and notepad (or electronic equivalent!)
Other
Our induction week contains essential information about the course that you will need and is compulsory for our course – please make sure you are available and able to attend in person for induction week.
RCOT resource centre has a variety of interesting resources to explore.
Learn about your learning preferences, try something like a learning styles questionnaire (NC State University).
Please take time to explore the skills section of our library website and undertake some of the e-learning to get you prepared – this is particularly important if you are returning to education as a mature student or after a break - Get ready to learn at University | University of Salford.
This webpage provides further information about uniform and pre-course checks.
Study skills
Studying at university is different to how you might have studied in the past and, as you make the jump to this next level, our academic skills team, based in the Library, are here to help you develop the skills and confidence you’ll need to succeed. Here are their top tips:
- Complete our short Learning at University course to learn about teaching and assessment methods, and how to approach your learning.
- As you study with us, develop the study, research, digital and numeracy skills you need to succeed. From writing your first assignment, finding academic sources, and developing academic writing skills to presenting with confidence, or using Microsoft 365 tools, our skills microsite offers all the support you need, for free.
- If English isn’t your first language, Learn English for Academic Purposes (LEAP) offers a range of free online workshops, help and support that you can benefit from while you study.
You’ll also have an academic induction in September as part of your Welcome Week activity. This will provide you with essential information about your course, offer interactive tasks to get you prepared for the start of your modules, and provide the chance to meet your tutors and fellow students. We’ll send you more details about this via email as we get closer to the start of term.
Salford Inspire Scheme
After completing registration in September, you’ll receive an email inviting you to take part in the Salford Inspire Scheme. This provides most undergraduates with £150 of credits per year of your degree to spend in the Inspire online store. Here you’ll find deals on things like bikes, stationery, textbooks, clothing and footwear, memberships to University societies, books and technology.
Prepare for your subject
Read
Keep up with national and international news.
Listen
Behind the Crime (BBC): Two forensic psychologists talk to people who have received court sentences for their crimes to understand what drove them to offend, and what might help them change. Available to stream on BBC Sounds.
Inside Policing (College of Policing): Voices from across the police service share their knowledge and insight on critical issues in policing. Available to stream on Spotify.
Tango Juliet Foxtrot - the police podcast: What What is it really like to be in the police? In this podcast, hear interviews with many police officers who’ve dealt with fascinating, frequently dangerous and sometimes rather weird things.
Inside Counter Terrorism Policing - a podcast series: Every day, people across Counter Terrorism Policing work to keep the public safe from terrorism and play a crucial part in protecting the UK’s national security.
Thinking Allowed (BBC Radio 4): Stay updated on the latest social science research. Available to stream on BBC Sounds and major streaming platforms.
Documentaries
24 hours in Police Custody (Channel 4): A landmark documentary series that captures real-life drama at its most intense, following police detectives around the clock as they investigate major crimes. Stream free on Channel 4.
Visit
Manchester Police Museum: Explore the collection of information about the history and development of policing in Greater Manchester.
Study skills
Studying at university is different to how you might have studied in the past and, as you make the jump to this next level, our academic skills team, based in the Library, are here to help you develop the skills and confidence you’ll need to succeed. Here are their top tips:
- Complete our short Learning at University course to learn about teaching and assessment methods, and how to approach your learning.
- As you study with us, develop the study, research, digital and numeracy skills you need to succeed. From writing your first assignment, finding academic sources, and developing academic writing skills to presenting with confidence, or using Microsoft 365 tools, our skills microsite offers all the support you need, for free.
- If English isn’t your first language, Learn English for Academic Purposes (LEAP) offers a range of free online workshops, help and support that you can benefit from while you study.
You’ll also have an academic induction in September as part of your Welcome Week activity. This will provide you with essential information about your course, offer interactive tasks to get you prepared for the start of your modules, and provide the chance to meet your tutors and fellow students. We’ll send you more details about this via email as we get closer to the start of term.
Salford Inspire Scheme
After completing registration in September, you’ll receive an email inviting you to take part in the Salford Inspire Scheme. This provides most undergraduates with £150 of credits per year of your degree to spend in the Inspire online store. Here you’ll find deals on things like bikes, stationery, textbooks, clothing and footwear, memberships to University societies, books and technology.
Prepare for your subject
Read
Anti-oppressive Practice (second ed., 2024) by Prospera Tedam.
Critical Thinking Skills: Effective Analysis, Argument and Reflection (third ed., 2017/ fourth ed., - 2023) by Stella Cottrell.
Developing Skills and Knowledge for Social Work Practice by Michaela Rogers, Dawn Whitaker, et al.
Introducing Social Work (second ed., 2023) by Jonathan Parker.
Modern Social Work Theory (fourth ed., 2014/fifth ed., 2021) by Malcolm Payne.
The Reflective Social Worker : A little practice book (2024) by Siobhan Maclean.
Theory and Practice: A Straightforward Guide for Social Work Students (third ed., 2015) by Siobhan Maclean and Rob Harrison.
*Titles linked to the University of Salford Library Search page. All texts can be found in the library or purchased through your Saford Inspire account.
Listen (Podcasts)
Community Care Inform Adults: Expert practitioners and academics discuss the implications of the latest research, theories, and practice models for social workers focusing on adult care.
Community Care Inform Children: Insightful discussions by expert practitioners and academics explore the application of research, theories, and practice models in child welfare for social workers.
Let’s Talk Social Work: The podcast from the British Association of Social Workers.
National Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Children (NSPCC) Learning: Experts from the NSPCC and external organisations discuss various child protection issues.
The Social Worker & The Mentor: Professional conversations from social care and education, offering insights, driving change, and presenting solutions.
Websites
British Association of Social Work (BASW): The largest professional association for social workers.
Social Work England: The social work regulator for England.
Follow
@BASW_UK on X (formerly Twitter): Updates from the British Association of Social Work.
@SiobhanMaclean on X (formerly Twitter): Social worker and author Siobhan Maclean's insights.
@SocialWorkEng on X (formerly Twitter): Updates from Social Work England.
Watch
Brene Brown: The call to courage (Netflix): Available to stream on Netflix.
Study skills
Studying at university is different to how you might have studied in the past and, as you make the jump to this next level, our academic support team are here to help you develop the skills and confidence you’ll need to succeed. Here are their top tips:
- Complete our short Learning at University course to learn about teaching and assessment methods, and how to approach your learning.
- As you study with us, develop the study, research, digital and numeracy skills you need to succeed. From writing your first assignment, finding academic sources, and developing academic writing skills to presenting with confidence, or using Microsoft 365 tools, our skills microsite offers all the support you need, for free.
- If English isn’t your first language, Learn English for Academic Purposes (LEAP) offers a range of free online workshops, help and support that you can benefit from while you study.
You’ll also have an academic induction in September as part of your Welcome Week activity. This will provide you with essential information about your course, offer interactive tasks to get you prepared for the start of your modules, and provide the chance to meet your tutors and fellow students. We’ll send you more details about this via email as we get closer to the start of term.
Salford Inspire Scheme
After completing registration in September, you’ll receive an email inviting you to take part in the Salford Inspire Scheme. This provides most undergraduates with £150 of credits per year of your degree to spend in the Inspire online store. Here you’ll find deals on things like bikes, stationery, textbooks, clothing and footwear, memberships to University societies, books and technology.
Prepare for your subject
Listen
Sage Sociology (SAGE): Dive into the ideas, research, and aims behind some of the most influential papers in Sociology. Available on all major streaming platforms.
Thinking Allowed (BBC Radio 4): Stay updated on the latest social science research with this engaging podcast. Available to stream on BBC Sounds and major streaming platforms.
Read
Introducing Cultural Studies (third ed., 2016) by Brian Longhurst, et al.
The Story of Sociology by Gregor McLennan.
Browse
The Conversation UK: The world's leading publisher of research-based news and analysis.
Watch
Sorry We Missed You (2019): Hoping that self-employment through gig economy can solve their financial woes, a hard-up UK delivery driver and his wife struggling to raise a family end up trapped in the vicious circle of this modern-day form of labour exploitation.
I, Daniel Blake (2016): After surviving a heart-attack, a 59-year-old carpenter must fight bureaucratic forces to receive Employment and Support Allowance. Rated 15 – visit the IMDB parents’ guide for more information.
Study skills
Studying at university is different to how you might have studied in the past and, as you make the jump to this next level, our academic skills team, based in the Library, are here to help you develop the skills and confidence you’ll need to succeed. Here are their top tips:
- Complete our short Learning at University course to learn about teaching and assessment methods, and how to approach your learning.
- As you study with us, develop the study, research, digital and numeracy skills you need to succeed. From writing your first assignment, finding academic sources, and developing academic writing skills to presenting with confidence, or using Microsoft 365 tools, our skills microsite offers all the support you need, for free.
- If English isn’t your first language, Learn English for Academic Purposes (LEAP) offers a range of free online workshops, help and support that you can benefit from while you study.
You’ll also have an academic induction in September as part of your Welcome Week activity. This will provide you with essential information about your course, offer interactive tasks to get you prepared for the start of your modules, and provide the chance to meet your tutors and fellow students. We’ll send you more details about this via email as we get closer to the start of term.
Salford Inspire Scheme
After completing registration in September, you’ll receive an email inviting you to take part in the Salford Inspire Scheme. This provides most undergraduates with £150 of credits per year of your degree to spend in the Inspire online store. Here you’ll find deals on things like bikes, stationery, textbooks, clothing and footwear, memberships to University societies, books and technology.
Prepare for your subject
Read
Clinical Sports Medicine (third ed., 2017) by Karim Khan and Peter Brukner.
Essentials of Strength Training and Conditioning (fourth ed., 2016) by Gregory Haff and Travis Triplett.
Gray’s Anatomy (40th ed., 2018) by Susan Standring.
Legacy: 15 lessons in leadership: what the All Blacks can teach us about the business of life (2013) by James Kerr.
*Titles linked to the University of Salford Library Search page.
Influencers
Physiotutors: Physiotutors offers evidence-based online courses, webinars, ebooks, apps and more.
Science for Sport: Exclusive courses focusing on the science behind elite sports performance.
E3 Rehab: Physical Therapy Doctors who specialise in rehabilitation, pain, performance, and injury risk reduction.
Podcasts
British Journal of Sports Medicine Podcast: The official podcast from the leading sports medicine journal. Available on all major streaming platforms.
Pacey Performance Podcast: Roundtable podcast focusing on maintaining fitness in-season, managing and presenting data, and building strength and power. Available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and PodBean
Physio Edge Podcast: Clinical inspiration for Physiotherapists, Physical Therapists and health professionals. Available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and Soundcloud.
Films
Concussion (2015): In Pittsburgh, accomplished pathologist Dr. Bennet Omalu uncovers the truth about brain damage in football players who suffer repeated concussions in the course of normal play. Rated PG13 for thematic material including some disturbing images, and language - visit the IMDB parent’s guide for more information.
Draft Day (2014): At the NFL Draft, General Manager Sonny Weaver has the opportunity to rebuild his team when he trades for the number one pick. He must decide what he's willing to sacrifice on a life-changing day for a few hundred young men with NFL dreams. Rated PG13 for strong language and sexual references - visit the IMDB parent’s guide for more information.
Icarus (2017): When Bryan sets out to uncover the truth about doping in sports, a chance meeting with a Russian scientist transforms his story from a personal experiment into a geopolitical thriller. Rated 15 - visit the IMDB parent’s guide for more information.
Moneyball (2011): Oakland A's general manager Billy Beane's successful attempt to assemble a baseball team on a lean budget by employing computer-generated analysis to acquire new players. Rated PG13 for strong language - visit the IMDB parent’s guide for more information.
Series
Formula 1: Drive to Survive (Netflix): Drivers, managers and team owners live life in the fast lane — both on and off the track — during each cutthroat season of Formula 1 racing. Rated 15 - visit the IMDB parent’s guide for more information.
Resurfacing – Andy Murray (Amazon Prime): A documentary film that tracks the tennis star's devastating injury journey between 2017-2019. From the front lines of surgical theatres, to the intimate corners of his home, we live alongside and witness Andy at his most vulnerable. Rated 15 - visit the IMDB parent’s guide for more information.
Study skills
Studying at university is different to how you might have studied in the past and, as you make the jump to this next level, our academic skills team, based in the Library, are here to help you develop the skills and confidence you’ll need to succeed.
You can find online modules on topics such as learning at university, preparing for assessments, referencing and academic writing to help you get started before you join us in September. We also run free online workshops throughout the year and, if you need more specialist support, you can book a one-to-one appointment with one of the team.
If English isn’t your first language, Learn English for Academic Purposes (LEAP) offers a range of free online workshops, help and support that you can benefit from while you study.
You’ll also have an academic induction in September as part of your Welcome Week activity. This will provide you with essential information about your course, offer interactive tasks to get you prepared for the start of your modules, and provide the chance to meet your tutors and fellow students. We’ll send you more details about this via email as we get closer to the start of term.
Salford Inspire Scheme
After completing registration in September, you’ll receive an email inviting you to take part in the Salford Inspire Scheme. This provides most undergraduates with £150 of credits per year of your degree to spend in the Inspire online store. Here you’ll find deals on things like bikes, stationery, textbooks, clothing and footwear, memberships to University societies, books and technology.
Prepare for your subject
Browse
- Economist job profile
- What can I do with a business degree?
- Evaluate your business skills
- Discover Economics
Watch
- DBS Introduction playlist
- How to overcome your mistakes
- Meet Harry Rosenberg on placement with the NHS
- Accounting and Finance Internships Opportunities
Study
Study skills
Studying at university is different to how you might have studied in the past and, as you make the jump to this next level, our academic skills team, based in the Library, are here to help you develop the skills and confidence you’ll need to succeed. Here are their top tips:
- Complete our short Learning at University course to learn about teaching and assessment methods, and how to approach your learning.
- As you study with us, develop the study, research, digital and numeracy skills you need to succeed. From writing your first assignment, finding academic sources, and developing academic writing skills to presenting with confidence, or using Microsoft 365 tools, our skills microsite offers all the support you need, for free.
- If English isn’t your first language, Learn English for Academic Purposes (LEAP) offers a range of free online workshops, help and support that you can benefit from while you study.
You’ll also have an academic induction in September as part of your Welcome Week activity. This will provide you with essential information about your course, offer interactive tasks to get you prepared for the start of your modules, and provide the chance to meet your tutors and fellow students. We’ll send you more details about this via email as we get closer to the start of term.
Salford Inspire Scheme
After completing registration in September, you’ll receive an email inviting you to take part in the Salford Inspire Scheme. This provides most undergraduates with £150 of credits per year of your degree to spend in the Inspire online store. Here you’ll find deals on things like bikes, stationery, textbooks, clothing and footwear, memberships to University societies, books and technology.
Prepare for your subject
The following resources will help you to prepare for your foundation year with us.
Browse
Watch
Study
Additionally, you may be interested in these Business Economics related resources.
Browse
- Economist job profile
- What can I do with a business degree?
- Evaluate your business skills
- Discover Economics
Watch
- DBS Introduction playlist
- How to overcome your mistakes
- Meet Harry Rosenberg on placement with the NHS
- Accounting and Finance Internships Opportunities
Study
Study skills
Studying at university is different to how you might have studied in the past and, as you make the jump to this next level, our academic skills team, based in the Library, are here to help you develop the skills and confidence you’ll need to succeed. Here are their top tips:
- Complete our short Learning at University course to learn about teaching and assessment methods, and how to approach your learning.
- As you study with us, develop the study, research, digital and numeracy skills you need to succeed. From writing your first assignment, finding academic sources, and developing academic writing skills to presenting with confidence, or using Microsoft 365 tools, our skills microsite offers all the support you need, for free.
- If English isn’t your first language, Learn English for Academic Purposes (LEAP) offers a range of free online workshops, help and support that you can benefit from while you study.
You’ll also have an academic induction in September as part of your Welcome Week activity. This will provide you with essential information about your course, offer interactive tasks to get you prepared for the start of your modules, and provide the chance to meet your tutors and fellow students. We’ll send you more details about this via email as we get closer to the start of term.
Salford Inspire Scheme
After completing registration in September, you’ll receive an email inviting you to take part in the Salford Inspire Scheme. This provides most undergraduates with £150 of credits per year of your degree to spend in the Inspire online store. Here you’ll find deals on things like bikes, stationery, textbooks, clothing and footwear, memberships to University societies, books and technology.
Study skills
Studying at university is different to how you might have studied in the past and, as you make the jump to this next level, our academic skills team, based in the Library, are here to help you develop the skills and confidence you’ll need to succeed. Here are their top tips:
- Complete our short Learning at University course to learn about teaching and assessment methods, and how to approach your learning.
- As you study with us, develop the study, research, digital and numeracy skills you need to succeed. From writing your first assignment, finding academic sources, and developing academic writing skills to presenting with confidence, or using Microsoft 365 tools, our skills microsite offers all the support you need, for free.
- If English isn’t your first language, Learn English for Academic Purposes (LEAP) offers a range of free online workshops, help and support that you can benefit from while you study.
You’ll also have an academic induction in September as part of your Welcome Week activity. This will provide you with essential information about your course, offer interactive tasks to get you prepared for the start of your modules, and provide the chance to meet your tutors and fellow students. We’ll send you more details about this via email as we get closer to the start of term.
Salford Inspire Scheme
After completing registration in September, you’ll receive an email inviting you to take part in the Salford Inspire Scheme. This provides most undergraduates with £150 of credits per year of your degree to spend in the Inspire online store. Here you’ll find deals on things like bikes, stationery, textbooks, clothing and footwear, memberships to University societies, books and technology.
Prepare for your subject
The following resources will help you to prepare for your foundation year with us.
Browse
Watch
Study
Additionally, you may be interested in these Business and Finance specific resources.
Browse
Watch
Study skills
Studying at university is different to how you might have studied in the past and, as you make the jump to this next level, our academic skills team are here to help you develop the skills and confidence you’ll need to succeed. Here are their top tips:
- Complete our short Learning at University course to learn about teaching and assessment methods, and how to approach your learning.
- As you study with us, develop the study, research, digital and numeracy skills you need to succeed. From writing your first assignment, finding academic sources, and developing academic writing skills to presenting with confidence, or using Microsoft 365 tools, our skills microsite offers all the support you need, for free.
- If English isn’t your first language, Learn English for Academic Purposes (LEAP) offers a range of free online workshops, help and support that you can benefit from while you study.
You’ll also have an academic induction in September as part of your Welcome Week activity. This will provide you with essential information about your course, offer interactive tasks to get you prepared for the start of your modules, and provide the chance to meet your tutors and fellow students. We’ll send you more details about this via email as we get closer to the start of term.
Salford Inspire Scheme
After completing registration in September, you’ll receive an email inviting you to take part in the Salford Inspire Scheme. This provides most undergraduates with £150 of credits per year of your degree to spend in the Inspire online store. Here you’ll find deals on things like bikes, stationery, textbooks, clothing and footwear, memberships to University societies, books and technology.
Prepare for your subject
Browse
Read
- Sport Business and Management by Russell Hoye et al.: a strong foundational text covering key themes you will encounter in your first year of studies.
- Shoe Dog by Phil Knight: offering compelling insights into business culture, leadership and commercial decision-making in an accessible format.
- BBC Sport
- SportsPro Media
- Sport Business International
Listen
- The Business of Sport: broad coverage of commercial and strategic issues across the sport industry.
- Soccernomics: accessible exploration of data, economics and decision-making in football.
Key Advice
We encourage you to begin building your professional profile over the summer. Setting up or updating a LinkedIn profile, following relevant sport organisations and reflecting on any volunteering or work experience you already have will put you in a strong position ahead of induction.
Study skills
Studying at university is different to how you might have studied in the past and, as you make the jump to this next level, our academic skills team, based in the Library, are here to help you develop the skills and confidence you’ll need to succeed. Here are their top tips:
- Complete our short Learning at University course to learn about teaching and assessment methods, and how to approach your learning.
- As you study with us, develop the study, research, digital and numeracy skills you need to succeed. From writing your first assignment, finding academic sources, and developing academic writing skills to presenting with confidence, or using Microsoft 365 tools, our skills microsite offers all the support you need, for free.
- If English isn’t your first language, Learn English for Academic Purposes (LEAP) offers a range of free online workshops, help and support that you can benefit from while you study.
You’ll also have an academic induction in September as part of your Welcome Week activity. This will provide you with essential information about your course, offer interactive tasks to get you prepared for the start of your modules, and provide the chance to meet your tutors and fellow students. We’ll send you more details about this via email as we get closer to the start of term.
Salford Inspire Scheme
After completing registration in September, you’ll receive an email inviting you to take part in the Salford Inspire Scheme. This provides most undergraduates with £150 of credits per year of your degree to spend in the Inspire online store. Here you’ll find deals on things like bikes, stationery, textbooks, clothing and footwear, memberships to University societies, books and technology.
Prepare for your subject
The following resources will help you to prepare for your foundation year with us.
Browse
Watch
Study
Additionally, you may be interested in these Sport Business Management specific resources.
Browse
Read
- Sport Business and Management by Russell Hoye et al.: a strong foundational text covering key themes you will encounter in your first year of studies.
- Shoe Dog by Phil Knight: offering compelling insights into business culture, leadership and commercial decision-making in an accessible format.
- BBC Sport
- SportsPro Media
- Sport Business International
Listen
- The Business of Sport: broad coverage of commercial and strategic issues across the sport industry.
- Soccernomics: accessible exploration of data, economics and decision-making in football.
Key Advice
We encourage you to begin building your professional profile over the summer. Setting up or updating a LinkedIn profile, following relevant sport organisations and reflecting on any volunteering or work experience you already have will put you in a strong position ahead of induction.
Study skills
Studying at university is different to how you might have studied in the past and, as you make the jump to this next level, our academic skills team, based in the Library, are here to help you develop the skills and confidence you’ll need to succeed. Here are their top tips:
- Complete our short Learning at University course to learn about teaching and assessment methods, and how to approach your learning.
- As you study with us, develop the study, research, digital and numeracy skills you need to succeed. From writing your first assignment, finding academic sources, and developing academic writing skills to presenting with confidence, or using Microsoft 365 tools, our skills microsite offers all the support you need, for free.
- If English isn’t your first language, Learn English for Academic Purposes (LEAP) offers a range of free online workshops, help and support that you can benefit from while you study.
You’ll also have an academic induction in September as part of your Welcome Week activity. This will provide you with essential information about your course, offer interactive tasks to get you prepared for the start of your modules, and provide the chance to meet your tutors and fellow students. We’ll send you more details about this via email as we get closer to the start of term.
Salford Inspire Scheme
After completing registration in September, you’ll receive an email inviting you to take part in the Salford Inspire Scheme. This provides most undergraduates with £150 of credits per year of your degree to spend in the Inspire online store. Here you’ll find deals on things like bikes, stationery, textbooks, clothing and footwear, memberships to University societies, books and technology.
Prepare for your subject
Browse
Watch
- HR Essentials - online training courses
- DBS Introduction playlist
- How to overcome your mistakes
Listen
Study
Study skills
Studying at university is different to how you might have studied in the past and, as you make the jump to this next level, our academic skills team, based in the Library, are here to help you develop the skills and confidence you’ll need to succeed. Here are their top tips:
- Complete our short Learning at University course to learn about teaching and assessment methods, and how to approach your learning.
- As you study with us, develop the study, research, digital and numeracy skills you need to succeed. From writing your first assignment, finding academic sources, and developing academic writing skills to presenting with confidence, or using Microsoft 365 tools, our skills microsite offers all the support you need, for free.
- If English isn’t your first language, Learn English for Academic Purposes (LEAP) offers a range of free online workshops, help and support that you can benefit from while you study.
You’ll also have an academic induction in September as part of your Welcome Week activity. This will provide you with essential information about your course, offer interactive tasks to get you prepared for the start of your modules, and provide the chance to meet your tutors and fellow students. We’ll send you more details about this via email as we get closer to the start of term.
Salford Inspire Scheme
After completing registration in September, you’ll receive an email inviting you to take part in the Salford Inspire Scheme. This provides most undergraduates with £150 of credits per year of your degree to spend in the Inspire online store. Here you’ll find deals on things like bikes, stationery, textbooks, clothing and footwear, memberships to University societies, books and technology.
Prepare for your subject
The following resources will help you to prepare for your foundation year with us.
Browse
Watch
Study
Additionally, you may be interested in these Human Resource Management resources.
Browse
Watch
- HR Essentials - online training courses
- DBS Introduction playlist
- How to overcome your mistakes
Listen
Study
Study skills
Studying at university is different to how you might have studied in the past and, as you make the jump to this next level, our academic skills team, based in the Library, are here to help you develop the skills and confidence you’ll need to succeed. Here are their top tips:
- Complete our short Learning at University course to learn about teaching and assessment methods, and how to approach your learning.
- As you study with us, develop the study, research, digital and numeracy skills you need to succeed. From writing your first assignment, finding academic sources, and developing academic writing skills to presenting with confidence, or using Microsoft 365 tools, our skills microsite offers all the support you need, for free.
- If English isn’t your first language, Learn English for Academic Purposes (LEAP) offers a range of free online workshops, help and support that you can benefit from while you study.
You’ll also have an academic induction in September as part of your Welcome Week activity. This will provide you with essential information about your course, offer interactive tasks to get you prepared for the start of your modules, and provide the chance to meet your tutors and fellow students. We’ll send you more details about this via email as we get closer to the start of term.
Salford Inspire Scheme
After completing registration in September, you’ll receive an email inviting you to take part in the Salford Inspire Scheme. This provides most undergraduates with £150 of credits per year of your degree to spend in the Inspire online store. Here you’ll find deals on things like bikes, stationery, textbooks, clothing and footwear, memberships to University societies, books and technology.
Prepare for your subject
Browse
Watch
Study
Study Skills
Studying at university is different to how you might have studied in the past and, as you make the jump to this next level, our academic skills team, based in the Library, are here to help you develop the skills and confidence you’ll need to succeed. Here are their top tips:
- Complete our short Learning at University course to learn about teaching and assessment methods, and how to approach your learning.
- As you study with us, develop the study, research, digital and numeracy skills you need to succeed. From writing your first assignment, finding academic sources, and developing academic writing skills to presenting with confidence, or using Microsoft 365 tools, our skills microsite offers all the support you need, for free.
- If English isn’t your first language, Learn English for Academic Purposes (LEAP) offers a range of free online workshops, help and support that you can benefit from while you study.
You’ll also have an academic induction in September as part of your Welcome Week activity. This will provide you with essential information about your course, offer interactive tasks to get you prepared for the start of your modules, and provide the chance to meet your tutors and fellow students. We’ll send you more details about this via email as we get closer to the start of term.
Salford Inspire Scheme
After completing registration in September, you’ll receive an email inviting you to take part in the Salford Inspire Scheme. This provides most undergraduates with £150 of credits per year of your degree to spend in the Inspire online store. Here you’ll find deals on things like bikes, stationery, textbooks, clothing and footwear, memberships to University societies, books and technology.
Prepare for your subject
The following resources will help you to prepare for your foundation year with us.
Browse
Watch
Study
Additionally, you may be interested in these course specific resources.
Browse
Watch
Study
Study Skills
Studying at university is different to how you might have studied in the past and, as you make the jump to this next level, our academic skills team, based in the Library, are here to help you develop the skills and confidence you’ll need to succeed. Here are their top tips:
- Complete our short Learning at University course to learn about teaching and assessment methods, and how to approach your learning.
- As you study with us, develop the study, research, digital and numeracy skills you need to succeed. From writing your first assignment, finding academic sources, and developing academic writing skills to presenting with confidence, or using Microsoft 365 tools, our skills microsite offers all the support you need, for free.
- If English isn’t your first language, Learn English for Academic Purposes (LEAP) offers a range of free online workshops, help and support that you can benefit from while you study.
You’ll also have an academic induction in September as part of your Welcome Week activity. This will provide you with essential information about your course, offer interactive tasks to get you prepared for the start of your modules, and provide the chance to meet your tutors and fellow students. We’ll send you more details about this via email as we get closer to the start of term.
Salford Inspire Scheme
After completing registration in September, you’ll receive an email inviting you to take part in the Salford Inspire Scheme. This provides most undergraduates with £150 of credits per year of your degree to spend in the Inspire online store. Here you’ll find deals on things like bikes, stationery, textbooks, clothing and footwear, memberships to University societies, books and technology.
Prepare for your subject
Read
- Andrew Bennet and Nicholas Royle’s An Introduction to Literature, Criticism, and Theory
- Peter Barry’s Beginning Theory
- Andrew Dix’s Beginning Film Studies
- Richard Maltby’s Hollywood Cinema
- Jill Nelmes’s Introduction to Film Studies
- David Bordwell and Kristin Thompson’s Film Art
- Northern School of Writing GRIT Journal - our best student work in poetry, short story, the novel, screenplay, non-fiction, essay, and everything in between.
Study Skills
Studying at university is different to how you might have studied in the past and, as you make the jump to this next level, our academic skills team based in the Library, are here to help you develop the skills and confidence you’ll need to succeed. Here are their top tips:
- Complete our short Learning at University course to learn about teaching and assessment methods, and how to approach your learning.
- As you study with us, develop the study, research, digital and numeracy skills you need to succeed. From writing your first assignment, finding academic sources, and developing academic writing skills to presenting with confidence, or using Microsoft 365 tools, our skills microsite offers all the support you need, for free.
- If English isn’t your first language, Learn English for Academic Purposes (LEAP) offers a range of free online workshops, help and support that you can benefit from while you study.
You’ll also have an academic induction in September as part of your Welcome Week activity. This will provide you with essential information about your course, offer interactive tasks to get you prepared for the start of your modules, and provide the chance to meet your tutors and fellow students. We’ll send you more details about this via email as we get closer to the start of term.
Salford Inspire Scheme
After completing registration in September, you’ll receive an email inviting you to take part in the Salford Inspire Scheme. This provides most undergraduates with £150 of credits per year of your degree to spend in the Inspire online store. Here you’ll find deals on things like bikes, stationery, textbooks, clothing and footwear, memberships to University societies, books and technology.
Prepare for your subject
Read
- David Crystal’s The Cambridge Encyclopedia of the English Language
- Dan McIntyre et al’s The Babel Lexicon of Language
- Geoffrey K. Pullum’s Linguistics: Why It Matters
- Ray Jackendoff’s A User’s Guide to Thought and Meaning
- David Adger’s Language Unlimited
- Morten Christiansen and Nick Chater’s The Language Game
- Northern School of Writing GRIT Journal - our best student work in poetry, short story, the novel, screenplay, non-fiction, essay, and everything in between.
- Babel Magazine
Study Skills
Studying at university is different to how you might have studied in the past and, as you make the jump to this next level, our academic skills team, based in the Library, are here to help you develop the skills and confidence you’ll need to succeed. Here are their top tips:
- Complete our short Learning at University course to learn about teaching and assessment methods, and how to approach your learning.
- As you study with us, develop the study, research, digital and numeracy skills you need to succeed. From writing your first assignment, finding academic sources, and developing academic writing skills to presenting with confidence, or using Microsoft 365 tools, our skills microsite offers all the support you need, for free.
- If English isn’t your first language, Learn English for Academic Purposes (LEAP) offers a range of free online workshops, help and support that you can benefit from while you study.
You’ll also have an academic induction in September as part of your Welcome Week activity. This will provide you with essential information about your course, offer interactive tasks to get you prepared for the start of your modules, and provide the chance to meet your tutors and fellow students. We’ll send you more details about this via email as we get closer to the start of term.
Salford Inspire Scheme
After completing registration in September, you’ll receive an email inviting you to take part in the Salford Inspire Scheme. This provides most undergraduates with £150 of credits per year of your degree to spend in the Inspire online store. Here you’ll find deals on things like bikes, stationery, textbooks, clothing and footwear, memberships to University societies, books and technology.
Prepare for your subject
Read
- Peter Barry’s Beginning Theory
- Andrew Bennett and Nicholas Royle’s An Introduction to Literature, Criticism, and Theory
- Julie Rivkin and Michael Ryan’s Literary Theory: An Anthology
- Jane Austen’s Emma
- Arthur Conan Doyle’s The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes
- Angela Carter’s The Bloody Chamber
- Robert Louis Stevenson’s The Strange Case of Dr Jekyll and Mr Hyde
- The Northern School of Writing GRIT journal - brings together the work of staff and students at the University of Salford. In this biannual journal you will find our best student work in poetry, short story, the novel, screenplay, non-fiction, essay and everything in between.
Study skills
Studying at university is different to how you might have studied in the past and, as you make the jump to this next level, our academic skills team, based in the Library, are here to help you develop the skills and confidence you’ll need to succeed. Here are their top tips:
- Complete our short Learning at University course to learn about teaching and assessment methods, and how to approach your learning.
- As you study with us, develop the study, research, digital and numeracy skills you need to succeed. From writing your first assignment, finding academic sources, and developing academic writing skills to presenting with confidence, or using Microsoft 365 tools, our skills microsite offers all the support you need, for free.
- If English isn’t your first language, Learn English for Academic Purposes (LEAP) offers a range of free online workshops, help and support that you can benefit from while you study.
You’ll also have an academic induction in September as part of your Welcome Week activity. This will provide you with essential information about your course, offer interactive tasks to get you prepared for the start of your modules, and provide the chance to meet your tutors and fellow students. We’ll send you more details about this via email as we get closer to the start of term.
Salford Inspire Scheme
After completing registration in September, you’ll receive an email inviting you to take part in the Salford Inspire Scheme. This provides most undergraduates with £150 of credits per year of your degree to spend in the Inspire online store. Here you’ll find deals on things like bikes, stationery, textbooks, clothing and footwear, memberships to University societies, books and technology.
Prepare for your subject
Read
English Literature
- Peter Barry’s Beginning Theory
- Andrew Bennett and Nicholas Royle’s An Introduction to Literature, Criticism, and Theory
- Julie Rivkin and Michael Ryan’s Literary Theory: An Anthology
English Language
- David Crystal’s The Cambridge Encyclopedia of the English Language
- Dan McIntyre et al’s The Babel Lexicon of Language
- Babel Magazine
Creative Writing
- Joe Moran’s First You Write a Sentence
- Dorothea Brande’s Becoming a Writer
- Michael Baldwin’s The Way to Write Short Stories
Drama
- Samuel Beckett’s Waiting for Godot
- Henrik Ibsen’s Hedda Gabler
- And go to the theatre!
Study skills
Studying at university is different to how you might have studied in the past and, as you make the jump to this next level, our academic skills team, based in the Library, are here to help you develop the skills and confidence you’ll need to succeed. Here are their top tips:
- Complete our short Learning at University course to learn about teaching and assessment methods, and how to approach your learning.
- As you study with us, develop the study, research, digital and numeracy skills you need to succeed. From writing your first assignment, finding academic sources, and developing academic writing skills to presenting with confidence, or using Microsoft 365 tools, our skills microsite offers all the support you need, for free.
- If English isn’t your first language, Learn English for Academic Purposes (LEAP) offers a range of free online workshops, help and support that you can benefit from while you study.
You’ll also have an academic induction in September as part of your Welcome Week activity. This will provide you with essential information about your course, offer interactive tasks to get you prepared for the start of your modules, and provide the chance to meet your tutors and fellow students. We’ll send you more details about this via email as we get closer to the start of term.
Salford Inspire Scheme
After completing registration in September, you’ll receive an email inviting you to take part in the Salford Inspire Scheme. This provides most undergraduates with £150 of credits per year of your degree to spend in the Inspire online store. Here you’ll find deals on things like bikes, stationery, textbooks, clothing and footwear, memberships to University societies, books and technology.
Prepare for your subject
Read
- Bowen, Christopher J., (2024), Grammar of the Shot, New York: Routledge
- Bowen, Christopher J., (2023), Grammar of the edit, London: Routledge
- Benedetti, J (2008). Stanislavski and the Actor: The Final Acting Lessons, London: Methuen
- Merlin, B. (2007). The Complete Stanislavski Toolkit. Nick Hern Books Ltd
- Penington, M. (2015). Let Me Play the Lion Too; How to be an actor. Faber & Faber
- Tucker, P. (2015). Secrets of Screen Acting. Routledge
Listen
- BBC Radio 4 Michael Sheen Gets Into Character
- BBC Radio 4 The Film Programme
- Go Creative Show: Media and Creativity (Ben Consoli)
- Download the BBC sounds app to listen to radio dramas.
Watch
- Challenge yourself to watch one film a day throughout July and note down a one sentence summary.
- Watch some films from different decades, study a certain director, cinematographer or performer. The best way to broaden your creativity and cinematic understanding is by watching the work you want to produce, so make this an ongoing practice and develop your cinematic knowledge.
Visit
- Coronation Street: The Tour
- Emmerdale: The Village Tour
Equipment
- You don't need to have your own equipment - when you join the course you will gain access to the specialist equipment store, which holds top of the range filming equipment. Upon inductions you will gain permission to different levels of equipment.
Study skills
Studying at university is different to how you might have studied in the past and, as you make the jump to this next level, our academic skills team, based in the Library, are here to help you develop the skills and confidence you’ll need to succeed. Here are their top tips:
- Complete our short Learning at University course to learn about teaching and assessment methods, and how to approach your learning.
- As you study with us, develop the study, research, digital and numeracy skills you need to succeed. From writing your first assignment, finding academic sources, and developing academic writing skills to presenting with confidence, or using Microsoft 365 tools, our skills microsite offers all the support you need, for free.
- If English isn’t your first language, Learn English for Academic Purposes (LEAP) offers a range of free online workshops, help and support that you can benefit from while you study.
You’ll also have an academic induction in September as part of your Welcome Week activity. This will provide you with essential information about your course, offer interactive tasks to get you prepared for the start of your modules, and provide the chance to meet your tutors and fellow students. We’ll send you more details about this via email as we get closer to the start of term.
Salford Inspire Scheme
After completing registration in September, you’ll receive an email inviting you to take part in the Salford Inspire Scheme. This provides most undergraduates with £150 of credits per year of your degree to spend in the Inspire online store. Here you’ll find deals on things like bikes, stationery, textbooks, clothing and footwear, memberships to University societies, books and technology.
Prepare for your subject
Listen
Watch
- As much live performance as you possibly can.
- BBC iPlayer - look at the materials available in the Arts section
- National Theatre - look at the materials available and watch recordings of past performances
Read
- Delaney, S., Leeming, G., & Aston, E. (2008). A taste of honey ([New ed.] / with commentary and notes by Glenda Leeming and Elaine Aston.). Bloomsbury Methuen Drama.
- White, C. A. (2001). Technical theatre a practical introduction. Arnold.
- Fraser, N., & Bennison, S. (2006). The handbook of stage lighting. Crowood.
- Theatrecrafts.com
- The Stage
Visit
- Museums, art galleries, cinema and exhibitions to gain contextual knowledge about the creative arts and historical knowledge.
Equipment
- Scale ruler with 1:25 scale
- Propelling pencil-for precise drawing
- Sketch book and notebook
- Eraser
- Swan Morton Scalpel handle no 3
- 10A Swan Morton blades
- Steel ruler-either a Maun Safety Ruler, a flat cork 30cm backed or simple 30cm steel ruler
- Cutting mat
- PVA glue and applicator (use a paint brush or nozzle applicator) PVA is easier to control than UHU or Bostik, easily painted over and much cheaper! We recommend Brian Clegg Black Label!
Study skills
Studying at university is different to how you might have studied in the past and, as you make the jump to this next level, our academic skills team, based in the Library, are here to help you develop the skills and confidence you’ll need to succeed. Here are their top tips:
- Complete our short Learning at University course to learn about teaching and assessment methods, and how to approach your learning.
- As you study with us, develop the study, research, digital and numeracy skills you need to succeed. From writing your first assignment, finding academic sources, and developing academic writing skills to presenting with confidence, or using Microsoft 365 tools, our skills microsite offers all the support you need, for free.
- If English isn’t your first language, Learn English for Academic Purposes (LEAP) offers a range of free online workshops, help and support that you can benefit from while you study.
You’ll also have an academic induction in September as part of your Welcome Week activity. This will provide you with essential information about your course, offer interactive tasks to get you prepared for the start of your modules, and provide the chance to meet your tutors and fellow students. We’ll send you more details about this via email as we get closer to the start of term.
Salford Inspire Scheme
After completing registration in September, you’ll receive an email inviting you to take part in the Salford Inspire Scheme. This provides most undergraduates with £150 of credits per year of your degree to spend in the Inspire online store. Here you’ll find deals on things like bikes, stationery, textbooks, clothing and footwear, memberships to University societies, books and technology.
Prepare for your subject
Equipment
- Notebook and stationary
- Laptop or tablet (these are also available to hire at the library)
- Water Bottle
- First Aid Kit (plasters, antiseptic, paracetamol)
What to wear?
- Technique classes – Close-fitting dance clothes (e.g. sports/yoga vest or long sleeve tight tops, leggings, unitard) any colour. This best enables the detail of your movement to be seen and defined.
- Practice wear - Looser fitting tops, leggings, tracksuits - any colour.
- Appropriate supportive underwear.
- Dance at Salford Uniforms - these t-shirts and tops are not compulsory items but if you would like to purchase one, you can order one here.
Footwear
- Contemporary Dance classes are usually taught in bare feet.
- Trainers - suitable for outdoor fitness training or performance work.
- Trainers – suitable for in-door studio classes such as hip hop and fitness training. (If necessary, these may be the same footwear as for outdoor work as long as the soles are thoroughly cleaned).
- Ballet shoes soft/ thin soled (alternatively, suitable sports socks can be worn for ballet sessions).
- Jazz shoes - (alternatively, jazz classes can be done with bare feet).
Other
- Yoga mat - You can pick these up cheaply in supermarkets (middle isle!)
Tasks to help you prepare
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Take part in regular dance and/or fitness classes. If available, the following sessions would be useful:
Contemporary, Ballet, Improvisation, Jazz techniques and/ or Yoga, Pilates, Fitness classes.
There are also a good range of classes online.
Strength training
- Try to get out and see as many different varieties of live performance as you can – or watch online.
- Don’t limit this to dance, you can be inspired and get ideas for collaboration by seeing other performances, too.
- Visit art galleries; they are free and are great inspiration for creating work, as well as giving you understanding into how art has developed and influenced dance.
In addition, take some time to explore your own dance and movement range.
- Experiment with some choreography –
- Look a bit deeper into your favourite styles of dance and choreography and find out more about the history and culture behind it.
- Then look into work of artists and companies that are completely new to you.
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Do some online or library searches to explore a wide range of dance that happens locally, nationally and globally. Eg: to start you off –
Company Chameleon Manchester
House of Absolute - London
Deborah Colker Dance Company - Brazil
- Aim to find out about a variety of styles, histories and approaches applied by different creative artists and companies. Keep notes on what you discover.
Study skills
Studying at university is different to how you might have studied in the past and, as you make the jump to this next level, our academic skills team, based in the Library, are here to help you develop the skills and confidence you’ll need to succeed. Here are their top tips:
- Complete our short Learning at University course to learn about teaching and assessment methods, and how to approach your learning.
- As you study with us, develop the study, research, digital and numeracy skills you need to succeed. From writing your first assignment, finding academic sources, and developing academic writing skills to presenting with confidence, or using Microsoft 365 tools, our skills microsite offers all the support you need, for free.
- If English isn’t your first language, Learn English for Academic Purposes (LEAP) offers a range of free online workshops, help and support that you can benefit from while you study.
You’ll also have an academic induction in September as part of your Welcome Week activity. This will provide you with essential information about your course, offer interactive tasks to get you prepared for the start of your modules, and provide the chance to meet your tutors and fellow students. We’ll send you more details about this via email as we get closer to the start of term.
Salford Inspire Scheme
After completing registration in September, you’ll receive an email inviting you to take part in the Salford Inspire Scheme. This provides most undergraduates with £150 of credits per year of your degree to spend in the Inspire online store. Here you’ll find deals on things like bikes, stationery, textbooks, clothing and footwear, memberships to University societies, books and technology.
Prepare for your subject
Listen
- BBC Radio 4 - Law in Action, The Supreme Court (from 10 minutes)
- BBC Radio 4 - Law in Action
Study
Study skills
Studying at university is different to how you might have studied in the past and, as you make the jump to this next level, our academic skills team, based in the Library, are here to help you develop the skills and confidence you’ll need to succeed. Here are their top tips:
- Complete our short Learning at University course to learn about teaching and assessment methods, and how to approach your learning.
- As you study with us, develop the study, research, digital and numeracy skills you need to succeed. From writing your first assignment, finding academic sources, and developing academic writing skills to presenting with confidence, or using Microsoft 365 tools, our skills microsite offers all the support you need, for free.
- If English isn’t your first language, Learn English for Academic Purposes (LEAP) offers a range of free online workshops, help and support that you can benefit from while you study.
You’ll also have an academic induction in September as part of your Welcome Week activity. This will provide you with essential information about your course, offer interactive tasks to get you prepared for the start of your modules, and provide the chance to meet your tutors and fellow students. We’ll send you more details about this via email as we get closer to the start of term.
Salford Inspire Scheme
After completing registration in September, you’ll receive an email inviting you to take part in the Salford Inspire Scheme. This provides most undergraduates with £150 of credits per year of your degree to spend in the Inspire online store. Here you’ll find deals on things like bikes, stationery, textbooks, clothing and footwear, memberships to University societies, books and technology.
Prepare for your subject
The following resources will help you to prepare for your foundation year with us.
Browse
Watch
Study
Additionally, you may be interested in these Law with Criminology specific resources.
Listen
- BBC Radio 4 - Law in Action, The Supreme Court (from 10 minutes)
- BBC Radio 4 - Law in Action
Study
Study skills
Studying at university is different to how you might have studied in the past and, as you make the jump to this next level, our academic skills team, based in the Library, are here to help you develop the skills and confidence you’ll need to succeed. Here are their top tips:
- Complete our short Learning at University course to learn about teaching and assessment methods, and how to approach your learning.
- As you study with us, develop the study, research, digital and numeracy skills you need to succeed. From writing your first assignment, finding academic sources, and developing academic writing skills to presenting with confidence, or using Microsoft 365 tools, our skills microsite offers all the support you need, for free.
- If English isn’t your first language, Learn English for Academic Purposes (LEAP) offers a range of free online workshops, help and support that you can benefit from while you study.
You’ll also have an academic induction in September as part of your Welcome Week activity. This will provide you with essential information about your course, offer interactive tasks to get you prepared for the start of your modules, and provide the chance to meet your tutors and fellow students. We’ll send you more details about this via email as we get closer to the start of term.
Salford Inspire Scheme
After completing registration in September, you’ll receive an email inviting you to take part in the Salford Inspire Scheme. This provides most undergraduates with £150 of credits per year of your degree to spend in the Inspire online store. Here you’ll find deals on things like bikes, stationery, textbooks, clothing and footwear, memberships to University societies, books and technology.
Prepare for your subject
Listen
- BBC Radio 4 - Law in Action, The Supreme Court (from 10 minutes)
- BBC Radio 4 - Law in Action
Study
Study Skills
Studying at university is different to how you might have studied in the past and, as you make the jump to this next level, our academic skills team, based in the Library, are here to help you develop the skills and confidence you’ll need to succeed. Here are their top tips:
- Complete our short Learning at University course to learn about teaching and assessment methods, and how to approach your learning.
- As you study with us, develop the study, research, digital and numeracy skills you need to succeed. From writing your first assignment, finding academic sources, and developing academic writing skills to presenting with confidence, or using Microsoft 365 tools, our skills microsite offers all the support you need, for free.
- If English isn’t your first language, Learn English for Academic Purposes (LEAP) offers a range of free online workshops, help and support that you can benefit from while you study.
You’ll also have an academic induction in September as part of your Welcome Week activity. This will provide you with essential information about your course, offer interactive tasks to get you prepared for the start of your modules, and provide the chance to meet your tutors and fellow students. We’ll send you more details about this via email as we get closer to the start of term.
Salford Inspire Scheme
After completing registration in September, you’ll receive an email inviting you to take part in the Salford Inspire Scheme. This provides most undergraduates with £150 of credits per year of your degree to spend in the Inspire online store. Here you’ll find deals on things like bikes, stationery, textbooks, clothing and footwear, memberships to University societies, books and technology.
Prepare for your subject
The following resources will help you to prepare for your foundation year with us.
Browse
Watch
Study
Additionally, you may be interested in these Law specific resources.
Listen
- BBC Radio 4 - Law in Action, The Supreme Court (from 10 minutes)
- BBC Radio 4 - Law in Action
Study
Study Skills
Studying at university is different to how you might have studied in the past and, as you make the jump to this next level, our academic skills team, based in the Library, are here to help you develop the skills and confidence you’ll need to succeed. Here are their top tips:
- Complete our short Learning at University course to learn about teaching and assessment methods, and how to approach your learning.
- As you study with us, develop the study, research, digital and numeracy skills you need to succeed. From writing your first assignment, finding academic sources, and developing academic writing skills to presenting with confidence, or using Microsoft 365 tools, our skills microsite offers all the support you need, for free.
- If English isn’t your first language, Learn English for Academic Purposes (LEAP) offers a range of free online workshops, help and support that you can benefit from while you study.
You’ll also have an academic induction in September as part of your Welcome Week activity. This will provide you with essential information about your course, offer interactive tasks to get you prepared for the start of your modules, and provide the chance to meet your tutors and fellow students. We’ll send you more details about this via email as we get closer to the start of term.
Salford Inspire Scheme
After completing registration in September, you’ll receive an email inviting you to take part in the Salford Inspire Scheme. This provides most undergraduates with £150 of credits per year of your degree to spend in the Inspire online store. Here you’ll find deals on things like bikes, stationery, textbooks, clothing and footwear, memberships to University societies, books and technology.
Prepare for your subject
Browse
- What can I do with a degree in business?
- Evaluate your digital skills
- Project Manager News
- Association of Project Management
- Improve soft skills
Watch
Study
Listen
Study skills
Studying at university is different to how you might have studied in the past and, as you make the jump to this next level, our academic skills team, based in the Library, are here to help you develop the skills and confidence you’ll need to succeed. Here are their top tips:
- Complete our short Learning at University course to learn about teaching and assessment methods, and how to approach your learning.
- As you study with us, develop the study, research, digital and numeracy skills you need to succeed. From writing your first assignment, finding academic sources, and developing academic writing skills to presenting with confidence, or using Microsoft 365 tools, our skills microsite offers all the support you need, for free.
- If English isn’t your first language, Learn English for Academic Purposes (LEAP) offers a range of free online workshops, help and support that you can benefit from while you study.
You’ll also have an academic induction in September as part of your Welcome Week activity. This will provide you with essential information about your course, offer interactive tasks to get you prepared for the start of your modules, and provide the chance to meet your tutors and fellow students. We’ll send you more details about this via email as we get closer to the start of term.
Salford Inspire Scheme
After completing registration in September, you’ll receive an email inviting you to take part in the Salford Inspire Scheme. This provides most undergraduates with £150 of credits per year of your degree to spend in the Inspire online store. Here you’ll find deals on things like bikes, stationery, textbooks, clothing and footwear, memberships to University societies, books and technology.
Prepare for your subject
The following resources will help you to prepare for your foundation year with us.
Browse
Watch
Study
Additionally, you may be interested in these Business with Supply Chain and Project Management specific resources.
Browse
- What can I do with a degree in business?
- Evaluate your digital skills
- Project Manager News
- Association of Project Management
Watch
Study
Listen
Study skills
Studying at university is different to how you might have studied in the past and, as you make the jump to this next level, our academic skills team, based in the Library, are here to help you develop the skills and confidence you’ll need to succeed. Here are their top tips:
- Complete our short Learning at University course to learn about teaching and assessment methods, and how to approach your learning.
- As you study with us, develop the study, research, digital and numeracy skills you need to succeed. From writing your first assignment, finding academic sources, and developing academic writing skills to presenting with confidence, or using Microsoft 365 tools, our skills microsite offers all the support you need, for free.
- If English isn’t your first language, Learn English for Academic Purposes (LEAP) offers a range of free online workshops, help and support that you can benefit from while you study.
You’ll also have an academic induction in September as part of your Welcome Week activity. This will provide you with essential information about your course, offer interactive tasks to get you prepared for the start of your modules, and provide the chance to meet your tutors and fellow students. We’ll send you more details about this via email as we get closer to the start of term.
Salford Inspire Scheme
After completing registration in September, you’ll receive an email inviting you to take part in the Salford Inspire Scheme. This provides most undergraduates with £150 of credits per year of your degree to spend in the Inspire online store. Here you’ll find deals on things like bikes, stationery, textbooks, clothing and footwear, memberships to University societies, books and technology.
Prepare for your subject
LISTEN
Software Engineering Daily – The world through the lens of software (there’s also a newsletter to which you can subscribe)
Packet Pushers – Podcasts and more for your IT career: Free, ungated deep dives, thoughtful analysis and community. By and for IT engineers, industry experts and technical instructors.
Computer Science – Just the Useful Bits. Are you a professional developer, or do you want to be? Every week you'll get an informed opinion from a professional developer about a specific part of computer science and when/where/whether it's useful. We cover algorithms, analysis, data structures and all sorts of theory, here on Comp Sci: Just the Useful Bits
WATCH
Computerphile - this YouTube Channel features experts explaining interesting facts about computers and programming, ideal for augmenting academic studies.
Computer Science explained in 17 minutes – This YouTube video offers a 17-minute overview of computer science fundamentals.
Every Programming Language Explained in 12 Minutes - From popular ones like Python, JavaScript, and Java to powerful low-level languages like C and C++, plus web essentials like HTML/CSS, modern innovations like Rust, and database languages like SQL — this video breaks them all down quickly and simply.
READ
Computational Thinking by Jeannette Wing of Carnegie-Mellon University.
Study Skills
Studying at university is different to how you might have studied in the past and, as you make the jump to this next level, our academic skills team, based in the Library, are here to help you develop the skills and confidence you’ll need to succeed. Here are their top tips:
- Complete our short Learning at University course to learn about teaching and assessment methods, and how to approach your learning.
- As you study with us, develop the study, research, digital and numeracy skills you need to succeed. From writing your first assignment, finding academic sources, and developing academic writing skills to presenting with confidence, or using Microsoft 365 tools, our skills microsite offers all the support you need, for free.
- If English isn’t your first language, Learn English for Academic Purposes (LEAP) offers a range of free online workshops, help and support that you can benefit from while you study.
You’ll also have an academic induction in September as part of your Welcome Week activity. This will provide you with essential information about your course, offer interactive tasks to get you prepared for the start of your modules, and provide the chance to meet your tutors and fellow students. We’ll send you more details about this via email as we get closer to the start of term.
Salford Inspire Scheme
After completing registration in September, you’ll receive an email inviting you to take part in the Salford Inspire Scheme. This provides most undergraduates with £150 of credits per year of your degree to spend in the Inspire online store. Here you’ll find deals on things like bikes, stationery, textbooks, clothing and footwear, memberships to University societies, books and technology.
Prepare for your subject
Read
Cooke, B. & Williams, P. (2009) Construction Planning Programming and Control, London: Macmillan Press
GOETSCH, D.L. (2011) Construction Safety & Health. London: Pearson
GRIFFITH, A. and WATSON, P. (2003) Construction Management: Principles and Practice. Hampshire: Palgrave Macmillan
HARRIS, F. and MCCAFFER, R. (2013) Modern Construction Management. Chichester: Wiley-Blackwell
Emmitt, S. & Gorse, C. (2014) Barry's Introduction to Construction of Buildings, Third Edition, Oxford: John Wiley & Sons
Hidden Curriculum: The School of Science, Engineering and Environment
Watch
Browse
Chartered Institute of Building
Royal Institute of Chartered Surveyors
Construction Industry Training Board
The importance of supervision on construction sites
Study skills
Studying at university is different to how you might have studied in the past and, as you make the jump to this next level, our academic skills team, based in the Library, are here to help you develop the skills and confidence you’ll need to succeed. Here are their top tips:
- Complete our short Learning at University course to learn about teaching and assessment methods, and how to approach your learning.
- As you study with us, develop the study, research, digital and numeracy skills you need to succeed. From writing your first assignment, finding academic sources, and developing academic writing skills to presenting with confidence, or using Microsoft 365 tools, our skills microsite offers all the support you need, for free.
- If English isn’t your first language, Learn English for Academic Purposes (LEAP) offers a range of free online workshops, help and support that you can benefit from while you study.
You’ll also have an academic induction in September as part of your Welcome Week activity. This will provide you with essential information about your course, offer interactive tasks to get you prepared for the start of your modules, and provide the chance to meet your tutors and fellow students. We’ll send you more details about this via email as we get closer to the start of term.
Salford Inspire Scheme
After completing registration in September, you’ll receive an email inviting you to take part in the Salford Inspire Scheme. This provides most undergraduates with £150 of credits per year of your degree to spend in the Inspire online store. Here you’ll find deals on things like bikes, stationery, textbooks, clothing and footwear, memberships to University societies, books and technology.
Prepare for your subject
Read
- Biochemistry - by T.A Brown
- Lehninger Principles of Biochemistry - by D.L. Nelson
- BIOS Instant Notes in Organic Chemistry – by G. Patrick
- Chemistry - by Andrew Burrows
- Hidden Curriculum: The School of Science, Engineering and Environment
Browse
Study skills
Studying at university is different to how you might have studied in the past and, as you make the jump to this next level, our academic skills team, based in the Library, are here to help you develop the skills and confidence you’ll need to succeed. Here are their top tips:
- Complete our short Learning at University course to learn about teaching and assessment methods, and how to approach your learning.
- As you study with us, develop the study, research, digital and numeracy skills you need to succeed. From writing your first assignment, finding academic sources, and developing academic writing skills to presenting with confidence, or using Microsoft 365 tools, our skills microsite offers all the support you need, for free.
- If English isn’t your first language, Learn English for Academic Purposes (LEAP) offers a range of free online workshops, help and support that you can benefit from while you study.
You’ll also have an academic induction in September as part of your Welcome Week activity. This will provide you with essential information about your course, offer interactive tasks to get you prepared for the start of your modules, and provide the chance to meet your tutors and fellow students. We’ll send you more details about this via email as we get closer to the start of term.
Salford Inspire Scheme
After completing registration in September, you’ll receive an email inviting you to take part in the Salford Inspire Scheme. This provides most undergraduates with £150 of credits per year of your degree to spend in the Inspire online store. Here you’ll find deals on things like bikes, stationery, textbooks, clothing and footwear, memberships to University societies, books and technology.
PREPARE FOR YOUR SUBJECT
Read
Browse
- The latest industry news on sites such as Construction Enquirer
- Create a profile on LinkedIn
- Have a search for the top construction industry contractors and consultants, and then search these company websites. You can find out about the type of company you want to work for, the role you want to go into, and even perhaps identify and apply for any vacancies.
Watch
- Leading contractors and consultants put plenty of videos on YouTube about the different roles they offer, and what people in these roles do on a day to day basis. You can find the leading companies with the steps in the ‘Browse’ section.
- Search for RICS and CIOB, these are just some of the leading professional bodies in the construction industry and offer a wealth of video, training, and broader knowledge content. You can also join as a student member.
Recommend
If you're local to Manchester, take a walk around the city and look at the developments taking place, the contractors and clients involved in delivering the projects, and take note of the information on the site hoardings. Billboards on the hoardings contain a wealth of insightful information such as proposed scheme details, the construction, health & safety information, and the impact the construction will have on the community. If you’re not local to Manchester, have a look around where you live at all construction works currently going on.
We'd encourage all prospective students to gain some experience prior to starting university. Perhaps a day work-shadowing a professional in practice to better understand the role they play and the varying professionals they converse with in their day-to-day activity.
Study skills
Studying at university is different to how you might have studied in the past and, as you make the jump to this next level, our academic skills team, based in the Library, are here to help you develop the skills and confidence you’ll need to succeed. Here are their top tips:
- Complete our short Learning at University course to learn about teaching and assessment methods, and how to approach your learning.
- As you study with us, develop the study, research, digital and numeracy skills you need to succeed. From writing your first assignment, finding academic sources, and developing academic writing skills to presenting with confidence, or using Microsoft 365 tools, our skills microsite offers all the support you need, for free.
- If English isn’t your first language, Learn English for Academic Purposes (LEAP) offers a range of free online workshops, help and support that you can benefit from while you study.
You’ll also have an academic induction in September as part of your Welcome Week activity. This will provide you with essential information about your course, offer interactive tasks to get you prepared for the start of your modules, and provide the chance to meet your tutors and fellow students. We’ll send you more details about this via email as we get closer to the start of term.
Salford Inspire Scheme
After completing registration in September, you’ll receive an email inviting you to take part in the Salford Inspire Scheme. This provides most undergraduates with £150 of credits per year of your degree to spend in the Inspire online store. Here you’ll find deals on things like bikes, stationery, textbooks, clothing and footwear, memberships to University societies, books and technology.
Prepare for your subject
Watch
- Esports Eco-System: Understanding the Complex World of Competitive Gaming
- What do you need for your first esports tournament?
- A look into the Legal and Ethical Issues in Esports
- Esports Live Production - Behind the Scenes - GG22 DreamHack Esports
Read
- SuperSmash Bros – Case Study
- How esports organisation 100 Thieves rejuvenated its sponsorship business in 2024
- Let’s Watch Live Streaming: How Streamer Credibility Influences Brand Attitude in Esports Streamer Marketing
- Analysis of the global eSports market: value chain, business models and developments. International Journal of Business and Applied Social Science
Listen
- British Esports Podcast series
- How is Esports Commercialised ? Episode 28 - The Industry Podcast
- BBC World Service - Esports at Commonwealth Games
- Esports Rising Stars - From Arcade to Arena: How Competitive gaming built a billion dollar infrastructure
Study
Study Skills
Studying at university is different to how you might have studied in the past and, as you make the jump to this next level, our academic skills team, based in the Library, are here to help you develop the skills and confidence you’ll need to succeed. Here are their top tips:
- Complete our short Learning at University course to learn about teaching and assessment methods, and how to approach your learning.
- As you study with us, develop the study, research, digital and numeracy skills you need to succeed. From writing your first assignment, finding academic sources, and developing academic writing skills to presenting with confidence, or using Microsoft 365 tools, our skills microsite offers all the support you need, for free.
- If English isn’t your first language, Learn English for Academic Purposes (LEAP) offers a range of free online workshops, help and support that you can benefit from while you study.
You’ll also have an academic induction in September as part of your Welcome Week activity. This will provide you with essential information about your course, offer interactive tasks to get you prepared for the start of your modules, and provide the chance to meet your tutors and fellow students. We’ll send you more details about this via email as we get closer to the start of term.
Salford Inspire Scheme
After completing registration in September, you’ll receive an email inviting you to take part in the Salford Inspire Scheme. This provides most undergraduates with £150 of credits per year of your degree to spend in the Inspire online store. Here you’ll find deals on things like bikes, stationery, textbooks, clothing and footwear, memberships to University societies, books and technology.
Prepare for your subject
Listen
- Putting the radio on in the background for half an hour every morning will mean you soak up so much information without trying.
- Try your local BBC Radio station, as well as Radio 4's Today and 5Live Breakfast. LBC has some engaging phone ins. Radio 1 Newsbeat is also as well produced as any radio bulletin.
- There are dozens of news and sports podcasts out there, listening to your favourite is no bad thing, but here’s a few to try. The Daily from The New York Times. The Rest Is Politics for analysis on the big stories of the day. Serial for excellent longform storytelling, the current is about Guantanamo.
- Why not also have a listen to work our current students make for Quays Radio.
Watch
- Try to watch a TV news programmes every day, but if you can’t do that try and make it three times a week.
- Your regional ITV programme is a great place to start and will give you the clearest idea of the stuff we’ll teach in the first year.
- Channel 4 News and ITV’s 18:30 Evening News, excels at in depth reporting.
- Keep across all your social apps and see how the likes of BBC, Sky and ITV use them to tell stories in different ways to a younger audience.
- Check out different sports channels to see coverage of different types of sporting events.
- Take a look at the sort of shows you'll be making by checking out Quays TV on YouTube, here you can watch all the Newsday programmes we produce, as well as the extracurricular shows our students make.
Read
- Check out your local paper and it’s website and social media channels.
- Any news and current affairs website you like will be informative, this could be The Guardian, The Athletic, The Daily Mail or Private Eye.
- At Salford, you'll be working as a journalist, covering our home patch of Salford. It's a vital resource for the community, getting hundreds of thousands of hits from readers across the city and beyond. Head to Salford Now to check it out, and follow us on Facebook, Instagram and TikTok.
Visit
- Rather than make a special trip to visit somewhere, try to look around your area through the lens of a journalist. Why is that pothole still in the middle of the main road? Why has the local baker shut up shop? There are stories all around us and just being aware of what’s happening on your street can get you thinking like a journalist.
Equipment
- A good, big capacity, external USB hard drive or SSD will be your best friend. You’ll be making lots of stuff, creating audio, video, photos and having somewhere to back it up is essential and provide peace of mind.
- We know it’s tough but try and clear some of the stuff you don’t need off your phone. Cloud storage is slow and unreliable, so having some physical space on your phone is essential.
Study Skills
Studying at university is different to how you might have studied in the past and, as you make the jump to this next level, our academic skills team, based in the Library, are here to help you develop the skills and confidence you’ll need to succeed. Here are their top tips:
- Complete our short Learning at University course to learn about teaching and assessment methods, and how to approach your learning.
- As you study with us, develop the study, research, digital and numeracy skills you need to succeed. From writing your first assignment, finding academic sources, and developing academic writing skills to presenting with confidence, or using Microsoft 365 tools, our skills microsite offers all the support you need, for free.
- If English isn’t your first language, Learn English for Academic Purposes (LEAP) offers a range of free online workshops, help and support that you can benefit from while you study.
You’ll also have an academic induction in September as part of your Welcome Week activity. This will provide you with essential information about your course, offer interactive tasks to get you prepared for the start of your modules, and provide the chance to meet your tutors and fellow students. We’ll send you more details about this via email as we get closer to the start of term.
Salford Inspire Scheme
After completing registration in September, you’ll receive an email inviting you to take part in the Salford Inspire Scheme. This provides most undergraduates with £150 of credits per year of your degree to spend in the Inspire online store. Here you’ll find deals on things like bikes, stationery, textbooks, clothing and footwear, memberships to University societies, books and technology.
Prepare for your subject
Listen
- The British Theatre Guide
Read
- Cartwright Jim. (1996), The Rise and Fall of Little Voice
- Bogart, Anne. & Landau, Tina. (2005), The Viewpoints Book: A Practical Guide to Viewpoints and Composition, (New York: Theatre Communications Group, Inc).
- Berry, C. (1991), Voice and the Actor, John Wiley and Sons
- Benedetti, J (2008). Stanislavski and the Actor: The Final Acting Lessons, London: Methuen
- Bermel, A. (2001). Artaud’s Theatre of Cruelty. London: Methuen.
- Unwin, S. (2014). The Complete Brecht Toolkit. London: Nick Hern Books
- The Stage – the industry standard paper/site full of reviews, features on current industry issues and the latest news about the UK stage.
Visit
- Local theatre performances
- Local theatre festivals
Equipment
- Comfortable clothes for practical work
- Lightweight pumps
Study Skills
Studying at university is different to how you might have studied in the past and, as you make the jump to this next level, our academic skills team, based in the Library, are here to help you develop the skills and confidence you’ll need to succeed. Here are their top tips:
- Complete our short Learning at University course to learn about teaching and assessment methods, and how to approach your learning.
- As you study with us, develop the study, research, digital and numeracy skills you need to succeed. From writing your first assignment, finding academic sources, and developing academic writing skills to presenting with confidence, or using Microsoft 365 tools, our skills microsite offers all the support you need, for free.
- If English isn’t your first language, Learn English for Academic Purposes (LEAP) offers a range of free online workshops, help and support that you can benefit from while you study.
You’ll also have an academic induction in September as part of your Welcome Week activity. This will provide you with essential information about your course, offer interactive tasks to get you prepared for the start of your modules, and provide the chance to meet your tutors and fellow students. We’ll send you more details about this via email as we get closer to the start of term
Salford Inspire Scheme
After completing registration in September, you’ll receive an email inviting you to take part in the Salford Inspire Scheme. This provides most undergraduates with £150 of credits per year of your degree to spend in the Inspire online store. Here you’ll find deals on things like bikes, stationery, textbooks, clothing and footwear, memberships to University societies, books and technology.
Prepare for your subject
Watch
- Head over to 'Short of the Week' and start to immerse yourself in the world of short film. These are the length of films you will start to make, so start to see what you think works!
Read
- Film Art: An Introduction (Vol. 7) by David Bordwell and Kristin Thompson
- Beginning Film Studies by Andrew Dix
- Audio-Vision: Sound on Screen by Michel Chion
- How to read a film: The World of Movies, Media, and Multimedia: Language, History, Theory by James Monaco
Equipment
- External Hard Drive to save your film projects onto.
- SD Cards are provided as part of the camera kit, however it might be worth purchasing one for yourself as it will come in handy over the three years.
Study Skills
Studying at university is different to how you might have studied in the past and, as you make the jump to this next level, our academic skills team, based in the Library, are here to help you develop the skills and confidence you’ll need to succeed. Here are their top tips:
- Complete our short Learning at University course to learn about teaching and assessment methods, and how to approach your learning.
- As you study with us, develop the study, research, digital and numeracy skills you need to succeed. From writing your first assignment, finding academic sources, and developing academic writing skills to presenting with confidence, or using Microsoft 365 tools, our skills microsite offers all the support you need, for free.
- If English isn’t your first language, Learn English for Academic Purposes (LEAP) offers a range of free online workshops, help and support that you can benefit from while you study.
You’ll also have an academic induction in September as part of your Welcome Week activity. This will provide you with essential information about your course, offer interactive tasks to get you prepared for the start of your modules, and provide the chance to meet your tutors and fellow students. We’ll send you more details about this via email as we get closer to the start of term.
Salford Inspire Scheme
After completing registration in September, you’ll receive an email inviting you to take part in the Salford Inspire Scheme. This provides most undergraduates with £150 of credits per year of your degree to spend in the Inspire online store. Here you’ll find deals on things like bikes, stationery, textbooks, clothing and footwear, memberships to University societies, books and technology.
Prepare for your subject
Equipment
- External Hard Drive to save your projects onto
- SD Cards to use when you create your projects
If you're thinking of bringing your own computer, here are some free resources you might look at:
- DaVinci Resolve for editing
- ScreenPal for presentations
- Fade In for scriptwriting
Visit
- HOME
- Factory International
- Co-op Live
- Manchester International Festival
- The Deaf Institute
Study Skills
Studying at university is different to how you might have studied in the past and, as you make the jump to this next level, our academic skills team, based in the Library, are here to help you develop the skills and confidence you’ll need to succeed.
Here are their top tips:
- Complete our short Learning at University course to learn about teaching and assessment methods, and how to approach your learning.
- As you study with us, develop the study, research, digital and numeracy skills you need to succeed. From writing your first assignment, finding academic sources, and developing academic writing skills to presenting with confidence, or using Microsoft 365 tools, our skills microsite offers all the support you need, for free.
- If English isn’t your first language, Learn English for Academic Purposes (LEAP) offers a range of free online workshops, help and support that you can benefit from while you study.
You’ll also have an academic induction in September as part of your Welcome Week activity. This will provide you with essential information about your course, offer interactive tasks to get you prepared for the start of your modules, and provide the chance to meet your tutors and fellow students. We’ll send you more details about this via email as we get closer to the start of term.
Salford Inspire Scheme
After completing registration in September, you’ll receive an email inviting you to take part in the Salford Inspire Scheme. This provides most undergraduates with £150 of credits per year of your degree to spend in the Inspire online store. Here you’ll find deals on things like bikes, stationery, textbooks, clothing and footwear, memberships to University societies, books and technology.
Prepare for your subject
Webinars
Wales at the 2022 World Cup: Preparation, Expectations, Challenges (YouTube): This webinar provides a quick view into a team’s performance operations heading into the most prestigious football tournament - FIFA World Cup 2022.
Supporting the Training Process in Elite Women’s Football (YouTube): This webinar focuses on strategies and techniques for supporting the training process in elite women's football, potentially covering topics such as strength and conditioning, injury prevention, and performance analysis.
Introducing athlete monitoring technology for local amateur sports (YouTube): This webinar introduces athlete monitoring technology tailored for local amateur sports, discussing how such technology can be implemented and its benefits for monitoring athlete performance and reducing injury risk.
Podcasts
Football Fitness Federation Podcast: This podcast likely covers a wide range of topics related to football fitness, including strength training, conditioning, nutrition, and injury prevention, featuring interviews with experts in the field.
Pacey Performance Podcast - 'How the best football academies develop players': This episode delves into the methods and practices employed by top football academies to develop players, exploring coaching philosophies, training methodologies, and talent identification strategies.
Huberman Lab guest series - 'How to assess and improve all aspects of your fitness' (YouTube): This episode focuses on assessing and improving various aspects of fitness, covering topics such as strength, endurance, flexibility, and cognitive performance.
The Total Football Analysis Podcast: Covering all things tactics, analysis, scouting, data and more.
Training Ground Guru: The go-to destination for the latest on Football Performance. Insights into coaching, conditioning and recruitment, plus tips from the top professionals.
The Athletic Football Tactics Podcast: Revered football tactics writer Michael Cox is joined by The Athletic's brightest tactics and data analytics writers.
Influencers
Sports Science influencers list on X (formerly Twitter): This list features key organisations and influential figures in the field of sports science.
Films
Moneyball (2011): Oakland A's general manager Billy Beane's successful attempt to assemble a baseball team on a lean budget by employing computer-generated analysis to acquire new players. Rated PG13 for strong language - visit the IMDB parent’s guide for more information. The use of analytics and data to build a competitive baseball team.
Icarus (2017): When Bryan sets out to uncover the truth about doping in sports, a chance meeting with a Russian scientist transforms his story from a personal experiment into a geopolitical thriller. Rated 15 - visit the IMDB parent’s guide for more information. Doping in sports and its implications on sports science and ethics.
Breaking2 (2017): After six months of scientifically advanced training, three of the world's most elite distance runners set out to break the two-hour marathon barrier. Nike's project to break the two-hour marathon barrier, showcasing sports science, physiology, and endurance training.
The Game Changers (2018): A UFC fighter's world is turned upside down when he discovers an elite group of world-renowned athletes and scientists who prove that everything he had been taught about protein was a lie. Plant-based diets and their impact on athletic performance.
Free Solo (2018): Alex Honnold faces the biggest challenge of his career, climbing El Capitan in Yosemite National Park. He pursues it Free Solo, which means climbing without a rope and alone. Rated PG13 for strong language - visit the IMDB parent’s guide for more information. The psychological and physical challenges of elite performance in climbing.
Check out our TikTok - What it's like studying Sports Science
Professional Bodies
CASES (formerly BASES) provides a career guide that offers valuable information for those pursuing a career in sports and exercise science. The CASES homepage is also a useful resource for students looking for further support and opportunities.
Other relevant organisations include:
- UKSCA (UK Strength and Conditioning Association)
- IUSCA (International Universities Strength and Conditioning Association)
- NSCA (National Strength and Conditioning Association)
- ISPAS (International Society of Performance Analysis of Sport)
Guides
Study skills
Studying at university is different to how you might have studied in the past and, as you make the jump to this next level, our academic skills team, based in the Library, are here to help you develop the skills and confidence you’ll need to succeed. Here are their top tips:
- Complete our short Learning at University course to learn about teaching and assessment methods, and how to approach your learning.
- As you study with us, develop the study, research, digital and numeracy skills you need to succeed. From writing your first assignment, finding academic sources, and developing academic writing skills to presenting with confidence, or using Microsoft 365 tools, our skills microsite offers all the support you need, for free.
- If English isn’t your first language, Learn English for Academic Purposes (LEAP) offers a range of free online workshops, help and support that you can benefit from while you study.
You’ll also have an academic induction in September as part of your Welcome Week activity. This will provide you with essential information about your course, offer interactive tasks to get you prepared for the start of your modules, and provide the chance to meet your tutors and fellow students. We’ll send you more details about this via email as we get closer to the start of term.
Salford Inspire Scheme
After completing registration in September, you’ll receive an email inviting you to take part in the Salford Inspire Scheme. This provides most undergraduates with £150 of credits per year of your degree to spend in the Inspire online store. Here you’ll find deals on things like bikes, stationery, textbooks, clothing and footwear, memberships to University societies, books and technology.
Prepare for your subject
Read
- The Nursing and Midwifery Council: The Code: The Code: Professional standards of practice and behaviour for nurses, midwives, and nursing associates.
- The Nursing and Midwifery Council Standards for Nursing Associates: Clarifies the role of nursing associates and defines their scope of practice.
Explore
- Nursing Associate Case Studies (Nursing and Midwifery Council): Discover where nursing associates work and explore potential career paths.
Engage
- Instagram: @salforduni @uos_students
- TikTok: @salforduni
- Check your emails to find details of how to join Campus Connect & connect with your course mates before you start!
Placement Readiness
Ahead of your programme and your allocated placement in November, you need to complete mandatory placement readiness requirements to receive clearance to attend placement.
Requirements include Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, Occupational Health checks, and immunisations.
Access the School of Health and Society DBS & Occupational Health page to learn more, and please check your emails regularly and respond promptly to ensure you are placement ready.
Listen
- “Just a sharp scratch” by Martyn Davey RNA: Bridging the information gap for Trainee Nursing Associates and Registered Nursing Associates in a light comedic way.: Episode 1: In the beginning – Where did the role of the Nursing Associate come from? Why you and your role are so valuable to healthcare and patient experience. Episode 3: Year 1 and so it begins! Delve into the initial stages of the Nursing Associate journey.
- Mind the Skills Gap podcast – Career journey through Nursing Associate Apprenticeships with Shannon Rogose
Study skills
Studying at university is different to how you might have studied in the past and, as you make the jump to this next level, our academic support team are here to help you develop the skills and confidence you’ll need to succeed. Here are their top tips:
- Complete our short Learning at University course to learn about teaching and assessment methods, and how to approach your learning.
- As you study with us, develop the study, research, digital and numeracy skills you need to succeed. From writing your first assignment, finding academic sources, and developing academic writing skills to presenting with confidence, or using Microsoft 365 tools, our skills microsite offers all the support you need, for free.
- If English isn’t your first language, Learn English for Academic Purposes (LEAP) offers a range of free online workshops, help and support that you can benefit from while you study.
You’ll also have an academic induction in September as part of your Welcome Week activity. This will provide you with essential information about your course, offer interactive tasks to get you prepared for the start of your modules, and provide the chance to meet your tutors and fellow students. We’ll send you more details about this via email as we get closer to the start of term.
Salford Inspire Scheme
After completing registration in September, you’ll receive an email inviting you to take part in the Salford Inspire Scheme. This provides most undergraduates with £150 of credits per year of your degree to spend in the Inspire online store. Here you’ll find deals on things like bikes, stationery, textbooks, clothing and footwear, memberships to University societies, books and technology.
Prepare for your subject
Read
Anti-Discriminatory Practice: Equality, Diversity and Social Justice (seventh ed., 2020) by Neil Thompson.
A-Z of Learning Disability (2016) by Angela Olsen et al.
Critical Thinking Skills: Effective Analysis, Argument and Reflection (third ed., 2017) by Stella Cottrell.
Modern Social Work Theory (fourth ed., 2014) by Malcolm Payne.
Theory and Practice: A Straightforward Guide for Social Work Students (third ed., 2015) by Siobhan Maclean and Rob Harrison.
*Titles linked to the University of Salford Library Search page.
Podcasts
Ciara's Pink Sparkle Podcast: Access insightful discussions on various topics, available on most major streaming platforms.
Social Work England: Stay informed with key issues and developments in social work, available on most major streaming platforms.
British Association of Social Workers (BASW): Let's Talk Social Work: Gain professional insights into social work topics, available on most major streaming platforms.
YouTube
Social Work Student Connect (YouTube): Explore informative content on social work education and practice with the Social Work Student Connect channel hosted by Siobhan Maclean.
Social Media
Follow the following accounts on X (formerly Twitter):
@BASW_UK: Stay connected with the British Association of Social Workers for updates and professional insights.
@DanceSyndrome: Stay updated on Dance Syndrome's latest activities and initiatives.
@LearningDisEng: Get valuable resources and updates on learning disabilities from Learning Disabilities England.
@MakatonLDND: Follow for insights and resources on using Makaton language.
@SiobhanMaclean: Follow Siobhan Maclean for interesting discussions and updates on social work and related topics.
@SocialWorkEng: Keep up-to-date with updates and news from Social Work England.
Blogs
Learning Disability Nurses' Forum: Explore discussions, resources, and insights related to learning disability nursing.
Social Work with adults (GOV.UK): Access information and updates on social work with adults from GOV.UK.
Reading
BASW Professional Capabilities Framework (PCF): Explore the competencies and capabilities expected of social work professionals.
Future nurse: Standards of proficiency for registered nurses (NMC): Stay informed about the latest standards of proficiency for registered nurses.
Social Work England Professional Standards: Understand the professional standards set by Social Work England for social workers.
Study skills
Studying at university is different to how you might have studied in the past and, as you make the jump to this next level, our academic skills team, based in the Library, are here to help you develop the skills and confidence you’ll need to succeed.
You can find online modules on topics such as learning at university, preparing for assessments, referencing and academic writing to help you get started before you join us in September. We also run free online workshops throughout the year and, if you need more specialist support, you can book a one-to-one appointment with one of the team.
If English isn’t your first language, Learn English for Academic Purposes (LEAP) offers a range of free online workshops, help and support that you can benefit from while you study.
You’ll also have an academic induction in September as part of your Welcome Week activity. This will provide you with essential information about your course, offer interactive tasks to get you prepared for the start of your modules, and provide the chance to meet your tutors and fellow students. We’ll send you more details about this via email as we get closer to the start of term.
Salford Inspire Scheme
After completing registration in September, you’ll receive an email inviting you to take part in the Salford Inspire Scheme. This provides most undergraduates with £150 of credits per year of your degree to spend in the Inspire online store. Here you’ll find deals on things like bikes, stationery, textbooks, clothing and footwear, memberships to University societies, books and technology.
Prepare for your subject
Welcome to your journey as a physiotherapy student and into your future career. This guidance has been developed in collaboration with current students and provides the right level of information to give you a head start without overwhelming you. Your initial points of contact and your year one managers are as follows:
- Full-time: Dr Stuart Porter (s.porter@salford.ac.uk)
- Part-time/apprentice: Dr Cassie Oddy (c.l.oddy1@salford.ac.uk)
Cassie and Stuart also co-lead your first major module (AMP1), so you will be working closely with both throughout your first term. We will be sending regular updates over the summer, so it is important that you have a working email address that you can access before your University account is issued. If your email changes, or if you have been relying on a college email account, please send your updated details to Stuart.
Stuart runs a pre-induction quiz with a cash prize during the five days leading into induction week, two questions per day Monday to Friday, so a valid email address is essential to ensure you can take part.
The Dropbox links below will be useful and will give you a good start before teaching begins in September. If any links do not open correctly, please contact Stuart.
See y'all soon! You're gonna love it... Now get looking at these links.
Study skills
Studying at university is different to how you might have studied in the past and, as you make the jump to this next level, our academic skills team, based in the Library, are here to help you develop the skills and confidence you’ll need to succeed. Here are their top tips:
- Complete our short Learning at University course to learn about teaching and assessment methods, and how to approach your learning.
- As you study with us, develop the study, research, digital and numeracy skills you need to succeed. From writing your first assignment, finding academic sources, and developing academic writing skills to presenting with confidence, or using Microsoft 365 tools, our skills microsite offers all the support you need, for free.
- If English isn’t your first language, Learn English for Academic Purposes (LEAP) offers a range of free online workshops, help and support that you can benefit from while you study.
You’ll also have an academic induction in September as part of your Welcome Week activity. This will provide you with essential information about your course, offer interactive tasks to get you prepared for the start of your modules, and provide the chance to meet your tutors and fellow students. We’ll send you more details about this via email as we get closer to the start of term.
Salford Inspire Scheme
After completing registration in September, you’ll receive an email inviting you to take part in the Salford Inspire Scheme. This provides most undergraduates with £150 of credits per year of your degree to spend in the Inspire online store. Here you’ll find deals on things like bikes, stationery, textbooks, clothing and footwear, memberships to University societies, books and technology.
Prepare for your subject
Watch
Comedian Alex Brooker visits the University of Salford (YouTube): Watch Alex Brooker's visit to the University of Salford.
Day in the Life of a DOCTOR Shadowing a PROSTHETIST (YouTube): Discover the daily activities of a prosthetist.
Doctor Shadows an ORTHOTIST: Day in the Life (YouTube): Explore a day in the life of an orthotist.
The Paralympic Games - Paris 2024: Review the highlights and achievements of paralympic athletes from the most recent games, many of whom rely on Prosthetic and Orthotic devices when competing.
Read
Anatomy of Movement (2007)* by Blandine Calais-Germain.
Artificial Parts, Practical Lives: Modern Histories of Prosthetics (2002)* by Katherine Ott, David Serlin and Stephen Mihm.
Health and Care Professions Council Standards of Proficiency for Prosthetists/Orthotists.
Principles of Anatomy and Physiology (16th Ed., 2020)* by Gerard Tortora.
The Amazing Legacy of James E. Hanger Civil War Soldier (2002) by Bob O'Connor.
Therapeutic Communications for Health Professionals (3rd ed., 2010)* by Cynthia Adams and Peter Jones.
*Titles linked to the University of Salford Library Search page.
Browse
British Association of Prosthetics and Orthotics website: Access resources and information from the British Association of Prosthetics and Orthotics.
Ossur Academy on YouTube: Explore educational videos on prosthetics and orthotics from Ossur Academy.
Prosthetics and Orthotics in the news (BBC News): Stay updated with the latest news in prosthetics and orthotics.
BAPO also now has a dedicated careers resource.
Equipment
Compulsory: Safety Footwear (Steel Toe Cap).
Optional: Long L-shaped 4mm Allen key.
Study skills
Studying at university is different to how you might have studied in the past and, as you make the jump to this next level, our academic skills team, based in the Library, are here to help you develop the skills and confidence you’ll need to succeed. Here are their top tips:
- Complete our short Learning at University course to learn about teaching and assessment methods, and how to approach your learning.
- As you study with us, develop the study, research, digital and numeracy skills you need to succeed. From writing your first assignment, finding academic sources, and developing academic writing skills to presenting with confidence, or using Microsoft 365 tools, our skills microsite offers all the support you need, for free.
- If English isn’t your first language, Learn English for Academic Purposes (LEAP) offers a range of free online workshops, help and support that you can benefit from while you study.
You’ll also have an academic induction in September as part of your Welcome Week activity. This will provide you with essential information about your course, offer interactive tasks to get you prepared for the start of your modules, and provide the chance to meet your tutors and fellow students. We’ll send you more details about this via email as we get closer to the start of term.
Salford Inspire Scheme
After completing registration in September, you’ll receive an email inviting you to take part in the Salford Inspire Scheme. This provides most undergraduates with £150 of credits per year of your degree to spend in the Inspire online store. Here you’ll find deals on things like bikes, stationery, textbooks, clothing and footwear, memberships to University societies, books and technology.
Prepare for your subject
Read
- How to read a Scientific Paper - Purdue University: Guidance on effectively reading and understanding scientific papers, provided by Purdue University.
- Critical Thinking in Psychology (second ed., 2020)* by R Sternberg and D Halpern: Available at John Smith's Student Store. Read the first chapter excerpt through Cambridge University Press.
- The Conversation - Psychology: Access the latest news, research, and analysis in psychology from The Conversation.
- *Titles linked to the University of Salford Library Search page.
Listen
- PsyCrunch Podcast (British Psychological Society): e.g. Ep 34: 'How do you make friends as an adult?'
- Speaking of Psychology (American Psychological Association): e.g. Ep 282: 'You can learn new things at any age, with Rachel Wu, PhD.'
- The TED Interview - podcast series: 'How to turn grit into a lifelong habit' with Angela Duckworth.
- Thinking Allowed (BBC Radio 4): Stay updated on the latest social science research with this engaging podcast. Available to stream on BBC Sounds and major streaming platforms.
Watch
- How Stress Drains Your Brain — and What To Do About It (YouTube): A video explaining the impact of stress on the brain and strategies to manage it.
- Kitchen Stories (Salmer fra kjøkkenet) [Subtitled]: A scientific observer's job of observing an old cantankerous single man's kitchen habits is complicated by his growing friendship with him. Rated PG for mild language, see here for IMDB parents’ guide.
- Memento (2000): A man with Anterograde Amnesia tries to uncover the perpetrator who killed his wife and caused him to sustain the condition. Contains adult themes, see here for IMDB parents’ guide.
Study skills
Studying at university is different to how you might have studied in the past and, as you make the jump to this next level, our academic skills team, based in the Library, are here to help you develop the skills and confidence you’ll need to succeed.
You can find online modules on topics such as learning at university, preparing for assessments, referencing and academic writing to help you get started before you join us in September. We also run free online workshops throughout the year and, if you need more specialist support, you can book a one-to-one appointment with one of the team.
If English isn’t your first language, Learn English for Academic Purposes (LEAP) offers a range of free online workshops, help and support that you can benefit from while you study.
You’ll also have an academic induction in September as part of your Welcome Week activity. This will provide you with essential information about your course, offer interactive tasks to get you prepared for the start of your modules, and provide the chance to meet your tutors and fellow students. We’ll send you more details about this via email as we get closer to the start of term.
Salford Inspire Scheme
After completing registration in September, you’ll receive an email inviting you to take part in the Salford Inspire Scheme. This provides most undergraduates with £150 of credits per year of your degree to spend in the Inspire online store. Here you’ll find deals on things like bikes, stationery, textbooks, clothing and footwear, memberships to University societies, books and technology.
Prepare for your subject
Read
- How to read a Scientific Paper - Purdue University: Guidance on effectively reading and understanding scientific papers, provided by Purdue University.
- Critical Thinking in Psychology (second ed., 2020)* by R Sternberg and D Halpern: Available at John Smith's Student Store. Read the first chapter excerpt through Cambridge University Press.
- The Conversation - Psychology: Access the latest news, research, and analysis in psychology from The Conversation.
*Title linked to the University of Salford Library Search page.
Listen
- PsyCrunch Podcast (British Psychological Society): e.g. Ep 34: 'How do you make friends as an adult?
- Speaking of Psychology (American Psychological Association): e.g. Ep 282: The psychology of swearing, with Richard Stephens, PhD
- The TED Interview - podcast series: 'How to turn grit into a lifelong habit' with Angela Duckworth.
- Thinking Allowed (BBC Radio 4): Stay updated on the latest social science research with this engaging podcast. Available to stream on BBC Sounds and major streaming platforms.
Watch
- Criminology: A Very Short Introduction - Tim Newburn (Talks at Google) (YouTube).
- Studying criminology: why and how? (Oxford Academic) (YouTube).
- Time (series one and two) (BBC): Eric is a prison officer who tries to protect those in his charge. When one of the most dangerous inmates identifies his weakness, Eric faces an impossible choice between his principles and his love for his family. Available to watch on BBC iPlayer.
- The Responder (BBC): British police drama series set in Liverpool, written by a former police officer. Available to watch on BBC iPlayer.
Study skills
Studying at university is different to how you might have studied in the past and, as you make the jump to this next level, our academic skills team, based in the Library, are here to help you develop the skills and confidence you’ll need to succeed.
You can find online modules on topics such as learning at university, preparing for assessments, referencing and academic writing to help you get started before you join us in September. We also run free online workshops throughout the year and, if you need more specialist support, you can book a one-to-one appointment with one of the team.
If English isn’t your first language, Learn English for Academic Purposes (LEAP) offers a range of free online workshops, help and support that you can benefit from while you study.
You’ll also have an academic induction in September as part of your Welcome Week activity. This will provide you with essential information about your course, offer interactive tasks to get you prepared for the start of your modules, and provide the chance to meet your tutors and fellow students. We’ll send you more details about this via email as we get closer to the start of term.
Salford Inspire Scheme
After completing registration in September, you’ll receive an email inviting you to take part in the Salford Inspire Scheme. This provides most undergraduates with £150 of credits per year of your degree to spend in the Inspire online store. Here you’ll find deals on things like bikes, stationery, textbooks, clothing and footwear, memberships to University societies, books and technology.
Prepare for your subject
Read
- How to read a Scientific Paper - Purdue University: Guidance on effectively reading and understanding scientific papers, provided by Purdue University.
- Critical Thinking in Psychology Robert J. Sternberg, Cornell University, New York, Diane F. Halpern, Claremont McKenna College, California
- The Conversation - Psychology: Access the latest news, research, and analysis in psychology.
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An Introduction to Counselling (fifth ed., 2013) by John McLeod.
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Critical Thinking in Counselling and Psychotherapy (2010) by Colin Feltham.
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Person-centred Counselling in Action (2013) by Dave Mearns and Brian Thorne.
*Title linked to the University of Salford Library Search page.
Listen
- PsyCrunch Podcast (British Psychological Society)
- Thinking Allowed (BBC Radio 4): Stay updated on the latest social science research
Watch
- Good Will Hunting (1997) - Will Hunting, a janitor at M.I.T., has a gift for mathematics but needs help from a psychologist to find direction in his life. Rated 15 for strong language – visit the IMDB parents’ guide for more information
Study skills
Studying at university is different to how you might have studied in the past and, as you make the jump to this next level, our academic skills team, based in the Library, are here to help you develop the skills and confidence you’ll need to succeed.
You can find online modules on topics such as learning at university, preparing for assessments, referencing and academic writing to help you get started before you join us in September. We also run free online workshops throughout the year and, if you need more specialist support, you can book a one-to-one appointment with one of the team.
If English isn’t your first language, Learn English for Academic Purposes (LEAP) offers a range of free online workshops, help and support that you can benefit from while you study.
You’ll also have an academic induction in September as part of your Welcome Week activity. This will provide you with essential information about your course, offer interactive tasks to get you prepared for the start of your modules, and provide the chance to meet your tutors and fellow students. We’ll send you more details about this via email as we get closer to the start of term.
Salford Inspire Scheme
After completing registration in September, you’ll receive an email inviting you to take part in the Salford Inspire Scheme. This provides most undergraduates with £150 of credits per year of your degree to spend in the Inspire online store. Here you’ll find deals on things like bikes, stationery, textbooks, clothing and footwear, memberships to University societies, books and technology.
Prepare for your subject
Read
Essentials of Exercise and Sport Psychology (2021) by Zachary Zenko and Leighton Jones (Open Access Textbook PDF available via STORK).
The Conversation - Sport Psychology: Access the latest news, research, and analysis in psychology from The Conversation.
Listen
The Sport Psych Show: Dan Abrahams aims to demystify sport psychology for players, coaches and parents by speaking with some of the most influential people in sports performance today. Available on all major streaming platforms.
Slice of PIE: Exploring the application of Psychologically Informed Environment's (PIE) across sport, business, the military, education, and the performing arts with experts and leaders in these fields. Available on all major streaming platforms.
Don’t Tell Me The Score (BBC): The latest sport and debate including commentaries on the big games and sporting events. Available to stream on BBC Sounds.
Watch
Sport psychology - inside the mind of champion athletes - Martin Hagger (YouTube).
Why we choke under pressure - and how to avoid it - Sian Leah Beilock (YouTube).
Study skills
Studying at university is different to how you might have studied in the past and, as you make the jump to this next level, our academic skills team are here to help you develop the skills and confidence you’ll need to succeed.
You can find online modules on topics such as learning at university, preparing for assessments, referencing and academic writing to help you get started before you join us in September. We also run free online workshops throughout the year and, if you need more specialist support, you can book a one-to-one appointment with one of the team.
If English isn’t your first language, Learn English for Academic Purposes (LEAP) offers a range of free online workshops, help and support that you can benefit from while you study.
You’ll also have an academic induction in September as part of your Welcome Week activity. This will provide you with essential information about your course, offer interactive tasks to get you prepared for the start of your modules, and provide the chance to meet your tutors and fellow students. We’ll send you more details about this via email as we get closer to the start of term.
Salford Inspire Scheme
After completing registration in September, you’ll receive an email inviting you to take part in the Salford Inspire Scheme. This provides most undergraduates with £150 of credits per year of your degree to spend in the Inspire online store. Here you’ll find deals on things like bikes, stationery, textbooks, clothing and footwear, memberships to University societies, books and technology.
Prepare for your subject
Webinars
Supporting the Training Process in Elite Women’s Football (YouTube): This webinar focuses on strategies and techniques for supporting the training process in elite women's football, potentially covering topics such as strength and conditioning, injury prevention, and performance analysis.
Introducing athlete monitoring technology for local amateur sports (YouTube): This webinar introduces athlete monitoring technology tailored for local amateur sports, discussing how such technology can be implemented and its benefits for monitoring athlete performance and reducing injury risk.
Podcasts
Pacey Performance Podcast - 'How the best football academies develop players': This episode delves into the methods and practices employed by top football academies to develop players, exploring coaching philosophies, training methodologies, and talent identification strategies.
Huberman Lab guest series - 'How to assess and improve all aspects of your fitness' (YouTube): This episode focuses on assessing and improving various aspects of fitness, covering topics such as strength, endurance, flexibility, and cognitive performance.
The Total Football Analysis Podcast: Covering all things tactics, analysis, scouting, data and more.
Training Ground Guru: The go-to destination for the latest on Football Performance. Insights into coaching, conditioning and recruitment, plus tips from the top professionals.
The Athletic Football Tactics Podcast: Revered football tactics writer Michael Cox is joined by The Athletic's brightest tactics and data analytics writers.
Real Science of Sport Podcast: World-renowned sports scientist Professor Ross Tucker and veteran sports journalist Mike Finch break down the myths, practices and controversies from the world of sport. From athletics to rugby, soccer, cycling and more, the two delve into the most recent research, unearth lessons from the pros and host exclusive interviews with some of the world's leading sporting experts.
Influencers
Sportsmith: Discover high performance with the world’s best. Sportsmith provides unmatched experience from high-performance specialists: for coaches, for the athletes. Follow Sportsmith on X (formerly Twitter).
Film
Moneyball (2011): Oakland A's general manager Billy Beane's successful attempt to assemble a baseball team on a lean budget by employing computer-generated analysis to acquire new players. The use of analytics and data to build a competitive baseball team.
Icarus (2017): When Bryan sets out to uncover the truth about doping in sports, a chance meeting with a Russian scientist transforms his story from a personal experiment into a geopolitical thriller. Doping in sports and its implications on sports science and ethics.
Breaking2 (2017): After six months of scientifically advanced training, three of the world's most elite distance runners set out to break the two-hour marathon barrier. Nike's project to break the two-hour marathon barrier, showcasing sports science, physiology, and endurance training.
The Game Changers (2018): A UFC fighter's world is turned upside down when he discovers an elite group of world-renowned athletes and scientists who prove that everything he had been taught about protein was a lie. Plant-based diets and their impact on athletic performance.
Free Solo (2018): Alex Honnold faces the biggest challenge of his career, climbing El Capitan in Yosemite National Park. He pursues it Free Solo, which means climbing without a rope and alone. The psychological and physical challenges of elite performance in climbing.
Check out our TikTok - What it's like studying Sports Science.
Professional bodies
CASES (formerly BASES) provides a career guide that offers valuable information for those pursuing a career in sports and exercise science. The CASES homepage is also a useful resource for students looking for further support and opportunities.
Other relevant organisations include:
UKSCA (UK Strength and Conditioning Association)
IUSCA (International Universities Strength and Conditioning Association)
NSCA (National Strength and Conditioning Association)
ISPAS (International Society of Performance Analysis of Sport)
Guides
A Guide to Careers in Sport and Exercise Science - British Association of Sport and Exercise Sciences.
Study skills
Studying at university is different to how you might have studied in the past and, as you make the jump to this next level, our academic skills team, based in the Library, are here to help you develop the skills and confidence you’ll need to succeed. Here are their top tips:
- Complete our short Learning at University course to learn about teaching and assessment methods, and how to approach your learning.
- As you study with us, develop the study, research, digital and numeracy skills you need to succeed. From writing your first assignment, finding academic sources, and developing academic writing skills to presenting with confidence, or using Microsoft 365 tools, our skills microsite offers all the support you need, for free.
- If English isn’t your first language, Learn English for Academic Purposes (LEAP) offers a range of free online workshops, help and support that you can benefit from while you study.
You’ll also have an academic induction in September as part of your Welcome Week activity. This will provide you with essential information about your course, offer interactive tasks to get you prepared for the start of your modules, and provide the chance to meet your tutors and fellow students. We’ll send you more details about this via email as we get closer to the start of term.
Salford Inspire Scheme
After completing registration in September, you’ll receive an email inviting you to take part in the Salford Inspire Scheme. This provides most undergraduates with £150 of credits per year of your degree to spend in the Inspire online store. Here you’ll find deals on things like bikes, stationery, textbooks, clothing and footwear, memberships to University societies, books and technology.
Prepare for your subject
Read
The Code (Nursing and Midwifery Council): Familiarise yourself with the professional standards of practice and behaviour for nurses, midwives and nursing associates.
Nursing calculations book - recommended texts:
Numeracy and Clinical Calculations for Nurses (2nd ed., 2020) by Neil Davison (available to purchase through Salford Inspire).
Nursing Calculations and IV Therapy For Dummies (UK ed., 2016) by Claire Boyd (available to purchase through Salford Inspire).
Onboard
Your programme includes a placement with important requirements to fulfil before starting your studies and placements. These include a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, Occupational Health checks, and immunisations. Please check your emails regularly and respond promptly. Visit our Student Onboarding DBS and Occupational Health page page for more information.
Study skills
Studying at university is different to how you might have studied in the past and, as you make the jump to this next level, our academic skills team, based in the Library, are here to help you develop the skills and confidence you’ll need to succeed. Here are their top tips:
- Complete our short Learning at University course to learn about teaching and assessment methods, and how to approach your learning.
- As you study with us, develop the study, research, digital and numeracy skills you need to succeed. From writing your first assignment, finding academic sources, and developing academic writing skills to presenting with confidence, or using Microsoft 365 tools, our skills microsite offers all the support you need, for free.
- If English isn’t your first language, Learn English for Academic Purposes (LEAP) offers a range of free online workshops, help and support that you can benefit from while you study.
You’ll also have an academic induction in September as part of your Welcome Week activity. This will provide you with essential information about your course, offer interactive tasks to get you prepared for the start of your modules, and provide the chance to meet your tutors and fellow students. We’ll send you more details about this via email as we get closer to the start of term.
Salford Inspire Scheme
After completing registration in September, you’ll receive an email inviting you to take part in the Salford Inspire Scheme. This provides most undergraduates with £150 of credits per year of your degree to spend in the Inspire online store. Here you’ll find deals on things like bikes, stationery, textbooks, clothing and footwear, memberships to University societies, books and technology.
Prepare for your subject
Read
The Code (Nursing and Midwifery Council): Familiarise yourself with the professional standards of practice and behaviour for nurses, midwives and nursing associates.
Nursing calculations book - recommended texts:
Numeracy and Clinical Calculations for Nurses (2nd ed., 2020) by Neil Davison (available to purchase through Salford Inspire).
Nursing Calculations and IV Therapy For Dummies (UK ed., 2016) by Claire Boyd (available to purchase through Salford Inspire).
Onboard
Your programme includes a placement with important requirements to fulfil before starting your studies and placements. These include a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, Occupational Health checks, and immunisations. Please check your emails regularly and respond promptly. Visit our Student Onboarding DBS and Occupational Health page page for more information.
Study skills
Studying at university is different to how you might have studied in the past and, as you make the jump to this next level, our academic support team are here to help you develop the skills and confidence you’ll need to succeed. Here are their top tips:
- Complete our short Learning at University course to learn about teaching and assessment methods, and how to approach your learning.
- As you study with us, develop the study, research, digital and numeracy skills you need to succeed. From writing your first assignment, finding academic sources, and developing academic writing skills to presenting with confidence, or using Microsoft 365 tools, our skills microsite offers all the support you need, for free.
- If English isn’t your first language, Learn English for Academic Purposes (LEAP) offers a range of free online workshops, help and support that you can benefit from while you study.
You’ll also have an academic induction in September as part of your Welcome Week activity. This will provide you with essential information about your course, offer interactive tasks to get you prepared for the start of your modules, and provide the chance to meet your tutors and fellow students. We’ll send you more details about this via email as we get closer to the start of term.
Salford Inspire Scheme
After completing registration in September, you’ll receive an email inviting you to take part in the Salford Inspire Scheme. This provides most undergraduates with £150 of credits per year of your degree to spend in the Inspire online store. Here you’ll find deals on things like bikes, stationery, textbooks, clothing and footwear, memberships to University societies, books and technology.
Prepare for your subject
Listen
Thinking Allowed (BBC Radio 4): Stay updated on the latest social science research with this engaging podcast. Available to stream on BBC Sounds and major streaming platforms.
Recommended episodes:
Guns: 'From gun sellers in the US to the impact of the gun on human progress.'
Rules and Order: 'Are we are more orderly society than in the past?'
Read
Asylums: Essays on the Social Situation of Mental Patients and Other Inmates (1st ed., 2017)* by Erving Goffman (Available from Amazon).
*Title linked to the University of Salford Library Search page.
Browse
The Conversation - UK: Access the latest news, research, and analysis across a range of academic fields.
Watch
12 Angry Men - Best Movie Scenes (YouTube): A compilation of scenes from the 1957 film which follows the intense drama of a jury in a New York City murder trial grapples with skepticism and caution, leading them to meticulously evaluate the evidence before reaching a verdict.
Study skills
Studying at university is different to how you might have studied in the past and, as you make the jump to this next level, our academic skills team, based in the Library, are here to help you develop the skills and confidence you’ll need to succeed. Here are their top tips:
- Complete our short Learning at University course to learn about teaching and assessment methods, and how to approach your learning.
- As you study with us, develop the study, research, digital and numeracy skills you need to succeed. From writing your first assignment, finding academic sources, and developing academic writing skills to presenting with confidence, or using Microsoft 365 tools, our skills microsite offers all the support you need, for free.
- If English isn’t your first language, Learn English for Academic Purposes (LEAP) offers a range of free online workshops, help and support that you can benefit from while you study.
You’ll also have an academic induction in September as part of your Welcome Week activity. This will provide you with essential information about your course, offer interactive tasks to get you prepared for the start of your modules, and provide the chance to meet your tutors and fellow students. We’ll send you more details about this via email as we get closer to the start of term.
Salford Inspire Scheme
After completing registration in September, you’ll receive an email inviting you to take part in the Salford Inspire Scheme. This provides most undergraduates with £150 of credits per year of your degree to spend in the Inspire online store. Here you’ll find deals on things like bikes, stationery, textbooks, clothing and footwear, memberships to University societies, books and technology.
Prepare for your subject
Watch
- Why ChatGPT can't write for you - David Savill's talk on AI and Creative Writing for TEDxUniversityofSalford
Read
- Our Northern School of Writing journal: GRIT featuring student work
- Joe Moran's First You Write a Sentence
- Dorothea Brande's Becoming a Writer
- Michael Baldwin's The Way to Write Short Stories
- Ann Lamott's Bird by Bird: Some Instructions on Writing and Life
- Paul Bradshaw's The Online Journalism Handbook: Skills to survive and Thrive in the Digital Age
- Nigel Warburton's The Basics of Essay Writing
- Christopher J. Bowen and Roy Thompson's Grammar of the Shot
Study Skills
Studying at university is different to how you might have studied in the past and, as you make the jump to this next level, our academic skills team, based in the Library, are here to help you develop the skills and confidence you’ll need to succeed. Here are their top tips:
- Complete our short Learning at University course to learn about teaching and assessment methods, and how to approach your learning.
- As you study with us, develop the study, research, digital and numeracy skills you need to succeed. From writing your first assignment, finding academic sources, and developing academic writing skills to presenting with confidence, or using Microsoft 365 tools, our skills microsite offers all the support you need, for free.
- If English isn’t your first language, Learn English for Academic Purposes (LEAP) offers a range of free online workshops, help and support that you can benefit from while you study.
You’ll also have an academic induction in September as part of your Welcome Week activity. This will provide you with essential information about your course, offer interactive tasks to get you prepared for the start of your modules, and provide the chance to meet your tutors and fellow students. We’ll send you more details about this via email as we get closer to the start of term.
Salford Inspire Scheme
After completing registration in September, you’ll receive an email inviting you to take part in the Salford Inspire Scheme. This provides most undergraduates with £150 of credits per year of your degree to spend in the Inspire online store. Here you’ll find deals on things like bikes, stationery, textbooks, clothing and footwear, memberships to University societies, books and technology.
Prepare for your subject
Listen
- Film Studies from University of Salford - a podcast run by the Film Studies team and students
Watch
- Consider a free trial to BFI Player, MUBI or Cultpix
Read
- Andrew Dix (2016). Beginning Film Studies (2nd ed). Manchester University Press
Visit
Study skills
Studying at university is different to how you might have studied in the past and, as you make the jump to this next level, our academic skills team, based in the Library, are here to help you develop the skills and confidence you’ll need to succeed. Here are their top tips:
- Complete our short Learning at University course to learn about teaching and assessment methods, and how to approach your learning.
- As you study with us, develop the study, research, digital and numeracy skills you need to succeed. From writing your first assignment, finding academic sources, and developing academic writing skills to presenting with confidence, or using Microsoft 365 tools, our skills microsite offers all the support you need, for free.
- If English isn’t your first language, Learn English for Academic Purposes (LEAP) offers a range of free online workshops, help and support that you can benefit from while you study.
You’ll also have an academic induction in September as part of your Welcome Week activity. This will provide you with essential information about your course, offer interactive tasks to get you prepared for the start of your modules, and provide the chance to meet your tutors and fellow students. We’ll send you more details about this via email as we get closer to the start of term.
Salford Inspire Scheme
After completing registration in September, you’ll receive an email inviting you to take part in the Salford Inspire Scheme. This provides most undergraduates with £150 of credits per year of your degree to spend in the Inspire online store. Here you’ll find deals on things like bikes, stationery, textbooks, clothing and footwear, memberships to University societies, books and technology.
Prepare for your subject
Read
- Seth Godin's This is Marketing
Watch
- Check out our DVPM YouTube channel
- The Greatest Movie Ever Sold (2011)
- Philip Defranco on YouTube
Listen
Browse
Study Skills
Studying at university is different to how you might have studied in the past and, as you make the jump to this next level, our academic skills team, based in the Library, are here to help you develop the skills and confidence you’ll need to succeed. Here are their top tips:
- Complete our short Learning at University course to learn about teaching and assessment methods, and how to approach your learning.
- As you study with us, develop the study, research, digital and numeracy skills you need to succeed. From writing your first assignment, finding academic sources, and developing academic writing skills to presenting with confidence, or using Microsoft 365 tools, our skills microsite offers all the support you need, for free.
- If English isn’t your first language, Learn English for Academic Purposes (LEAP) offers a range of free online workshops, help and support that you can benefit from while you study.
You’ll also have an academic induction in September as part of your Welcome Week activity. This will provide you with essential information about your course, offer interactive tasks to get you prepared for the start of your modules, and provide the chance to meet your tutors and fellow students. We’ll send you more details about this via email as we get closer to the start of term.
Salford Inspire Scheme
After completing registration in September, you’ll receive an email inviting you to take part in the Salford Inspire Scheme. This provides most undergraduates with £150 of credits per year of your degree to spend in the Inspire online store. Here you’ll find deals on things like bikes, stationery, textbooks, clothing and footwear, memberships to University societies, books and technology.
Prepare for your subject
Listen
Watch
- BBC iPlayer Union with David Olusoga
- BBC iPlayer British History's Biggest Fibs with Lucy Worsley
- BBC iPlayer Rise of the Nazis
- All Quiet on the Western Front (2022)
- Oppenheimer (2023)
- The Zone of Interest (2023)
- Turning Point: The Bomb and the Cold War (2024)
Read
- History Today
- History Extra
- The Age of Extremes by Eric J. Hobsbawm
- To Hell and Back: Europe 1914 - 1949 by Ian Kershaw
- Roller-Coaster: Europe, 1950 - 2017 by Ian Kershaw
- Aftermath: Life in the Fallout of the Third Reich, 1945 - 1955 by Harald Jahner
- Beyond the Wall by Katja Hoyer
Visit
- Local Museums
- National Museums
Study Skills
Studying at university is different to how you might have studied in the past and, as you make the jump to this next level, our academic skills team, based in the Library, are here to help you develop the skills and confidence you’ll need to succeed. Here are their top tips:
- Complete our short Learning at University course to learn about teaching and assessment methods, and how to approach your learning.
- As you study with us, develop the study, research, digital and numeracy skills you need to succeed. From writing your first assignment, finding academic sources, and developing academic writing skills to presenting with confidence, or using Microsoft 365 tools, our skills microsite offers all the support you need, for free.
- If English isn’t your first language, Learn English for Academic Purposes (LEAP) offers a range of free online workshops, help and support that you can benefit from while you study.
You’ll also have an academic induction in September as part of your Welcome Week activity. This will provide you with essential information about your course, offer interactive tasks to get you prepared for the start of your modules, and provide the chance to meet your tutors and fellow students. We’ll send you more details about this via email as we get closer to the start of term.
Salford Inspire Scheme
After completing registration in September, you’ll receive an email inviting you to take part in the Salford Inspire Scheme. This provides most undergraduates with £150 of credits per year of your degree to spend in the Inspire online store. Here you’ll find deals on things like bikes, stationery, textbooks, clothing and footwear, memberships to University societies, books and technology.
Prepare for your subject
Read
- How to use graphic design to sell things, explain things, make things look better, make people laugh, make people cry and (every once in a while) change the world by Michael Bierut
- How to be a design student (and how to teach them) by Mitch Goldstein
- How to be a graphic designer without losing your soul by Adrian Shaughnessy
Browse
Watch
Equipment
- A3 sketchbook (you can use your sketchbook to document your creative thought over summer. Sketching is a great skill to develop and enjoy)
- Metal 300mm ruler
- Pencil, sharpener, rubber
- Fine liner pen
- Craft knife/scalpel
- Scissors
- A3 cutting mat
Study Skills
Studying at university is different to how you might have studied in the past and, as you make the jump to this next level, our academic skills team, based in the Library, are here to help you develop the skills and confidence you’ll need to succeed.
Here are their top tips:
- Complete our short Learning at University course to learn about teaching and assessment methods, and how to approach your learning.
- As you study with us, develop the study, research, digital and numeracy skills you need to succeed. From writing your first assignment, finding academic sources, and developing academic writing skills to presenting with confidence, or using Microsoft 365 tools, our skills microsite offers all the support you need, for free.
- If English isn’t your first language, Learn English for Academic Purposes (LEAP) offers a range of free online workshops, help and support that you can benefit from while you study.
You’ll also have an academic induction in September as part of your Welcome Week activity. This will provide you with essential information about your course, offer interactive tasks to get you prepared for the start of your modules, and provide the chance to meet your tutors and fellow students. We’ll send you more details about this via email as we get closer to the start of term.
Salford Inspire Scheme
After completing registration in September, you’ll receive an email inviting you to take part in the Salford Inspire Scheme. This provides most undergraduates with £150 of credits per year of your degree to spend in the Inspire online store. Here you’ll find deals on things like bikes, stationery, textbooks, clothing and footwear, memberships to university societies, books and technology.
Prepare for your subject
Watch
- Harry's placement experience at the NHS
- Accounting and Finance internship opportunities
- Hurst placements
Study skills
Studying at university is different to how you might have studied in the past and, as you make the jump to this next level, our academic skills team, based in the Library, are here to help you develop the skills and confidence you’ll need to succeed. Here are their top tips:
- Complete our short Learning at University course to learn about teaching and assessment methods, and how to approach your learning.
- As you study with us, develop the study, research, digital and numeracy skills you need to succeed. From writing your first assignment, finding academic sources, and developing academic writing skills to presenting with confidence, or using Microsoft 365 tools, our skills microsite offers all the support you need, for free.
- If English isn’t your first language, Learn English for Academic Purposes (LEAP) offers a range of free online workshops, help and support that you can benefit from while you study.
You’ll also have an academic induction in September as part of your Welcome Week activity. This will provide you with essential information about your course, offer interactive tasks to get you prepared for the start of your modules, and provide the chance to meet your tutors and fellow students. We’ll send you more details about this via email as we get closer to the start of term.
Salford Inspire Scheme
After completing registration in September, you’ll receive an email inviting you to take part in the Salford Inspire Scheme. This provides most undergraduates with £150 of credits per year of your degree to spend in the Inspire online store. Here you’ll find deals on things like bikes, stationery, textbooks, clothing and footwear, memberships to University societies, books and technology.
Prepare for your subject
The following resources will help you to prepare for your foundation year with us.
Browse
Watch
Study
Additionally, you may be interested in these accounting and finance specific resources.
- Harry's placement experience at the NHS
- Accounting and Finance internship opportunities
- Hurst placements
Study skills
Studying at university is different to how you might have studied in the past and, as you make the jump to this next level, our academic skills team, based in the Library, are here to help you develop the skills and confidence you’ll need to succeed. Here are their top tips:
- Complete our short Learning at University course to learn about teaching and assessment methods, and how to approach your learning.
- As you study with us, develop the study, research, digital and numeracy skills you need to succeed. From writing your first assignment, finding academic sources, and developing academic writing skills to presenting with confidence, or using Microsoft 365 tools, our skills microsite offers all the support you need, for free.
- If English isn’t your first language, Learn English for Academic Purposes (LEAP) offers a range of free online workshops, help and support that you can benefit from while you study.
You’ll also have an academic induction in September as part of your Welcome Week activity. This will provide you with essential information about your course, offer interactive tasks to get you prepared for the start of your modules, and provide the chance to meet your tutors and fellow students. We’ll send you more details about this via email as we get closer to the start of term.
Salford Inspire Scheme
After completing registration in September, you’ll receive an email inviting you to take part in the Salford Inspire Scheme. This provides most undergraduates with £150 of credits per year of your degree to spend in the Inspire online store. Here you’ll find deals on things like bikes, stationery, textbooks, clothing and footwear, memberships to University societies, books and technology.
Prepare for your subject
Visit:
You may already be familiar with large music venues in Manchester such as the Coop Live, AO Arena and O2 Apollo. If you’re going to visit before September, why not check out some of the other excellent music venues on our doorstep, such as the Deaf Institute, Albert Hall, Manchester Academy, YES, Band on the Wall, or Salford’s industrial White Hotel. For classical music, you can visit Bridgewater Hall, home to one of our industry partners, the Hallé Orchestra, or catch a performance from the BBC Philharmonic or Manchester Camerata.
Do:
- Research and discover new and exciting underground artists (especially from Manchester)
- Ask for recommendations on a genre you’ve never engaged with before; try and broaden your horizons
Equipment:
- Notebook & pens
- A laptop or tablet
- USB Hard Drive,Minimum 1TB (essential for backing up work and transferring files between computers, or between home and the university MacSuite,) Recommended: Samsung SSD T7
- Black Magic Camera Free Phone App: For your video projects, we will be using the fantastic Blackmagic Pocket Cinema Camera 6K Pro. You can get a head start by using Phone App version.
- Davinci Resolve Free Editing Software: We use Davinci Resolve to edit video, and industry standard colour grade. There is a fantastic free version of the software available.
Listen:
- The Ongoing History of New Music podcast
Read:
- The Art of Publishing (Helen Gammons)
- All You Need to Know About the Music Industry (Donald Passman)
Study skills
Studying at university is different to how you might have studied in the past and, as you make the jump to this next level, our academic support team are here to help you develop the skills and confidence you’ll need to succeed. Here are their top tips:
- Complete our short Learning at University course to learn about teaching and assessment methods, and how to approach your learning.
- As you study with us, develop the study, research, digital and numeracy skills you need to succeed. From writing your first assignment, finding academic sources, and developing academic writing skills to presenting with confidence, or using Microsoft 365 tools, our skills microsite offers all the support you need, for free.
- If English isn’t your first language, Learn English for Academic Purposes (LEAP) offers a range of free online workshops, help and support that you can benefit from while you study.
You’ll also have an academic induction in September as part of your Welcome Week activity. This will provide you with essential information about your course, offer interactive tasks to get you prepared for the start of your modules, and provide the chance to meet your tutors and fellow students. We’ll send you more details about this via email as we get closer to the start of term.
Salford Inspire Scheme
After completing registration in September, you’ll receive an email inviting you to take part in the Salford Inspire Scheme. This provides most undergraduates with £150 of credits per year of your degree to spend in the Inspire online store. Here you’ll find deals on things like bikes, stationery, textbooks, clothing and footwear, memberships to University societies, books and technology.
Prepare for your subject
Listen
- Tape Notes podcast - interviews with artists about the art of record production and the story of how classic albums were created.
- Song Exploder podcast - artists talk about the construction of their seminal tracks, often including original demos or stem breakdowns of the material.
Watch
- Synth Britannia – Interesting documentary on the emergence of electronic popular music in the UK. It was previously available on BBC iPlayer, but can be found on YouTube, DailyMotion, and other video hosting sites.
- Sisters with Transistors (incredible documentary about female pioneers of electronic music)
- Pump Up The Volume (excellent Channel 4 documentary about the rise of electronic dance music from its origins in the disco clubs of Chicago and New York to the global domination of house music alongside other genres like garage and drum ‘n’ bass)
For those interested in Audio for Media (sound design, music for film/tv)
- INDEPTH Sound Design on Youtube A breakdown of the sound design stems used in films such as Star Wars, Lord of the Rings, Toy Story and many more.
- Score: A Film Music Documentary recommended documentary on the film scoring process including interviews with leading composers
- Making Waves: The Art of Cinematic Sound Recommended film on all the components that go into a film soundtrack: dialogue, sound effects, music and the final mix. Available to stream / rent on various platforms including.
Read
- Tape Op - long running magazine on creative recording techniques. Many features are available on the website
- Production Expert - news, tutorials and reviews regarding music technology.
- Sound-on-Sound - Long-running music tech magazine and web resource, with news, tutorials and reviews
Equipment
- Note book and pens
- USB Hard Drive (essential for backing up work and transferring files between computers, or between home and studio) Recommended: Samsung SSD T7
- Headphones ( worthy investment to last throughout your studies, for working at home or in the university Mac Suite when recording, sound editing, composing etc.). We recommend something Audio-Technica ATH-M20X, other suitable brands include AKG and Sennheiser
For students who may need financial support in buying equipment, please see our Salford Inspire scheme.
Software
- Pro Tools Intro (free introductory version to the popular DAW with restricted features, for Mac or PC)
- Spitfire LABS (free virtual instruments for any DAW (synthesizers, strings, and more)
Study skills
Studying at university is different to how you might have studied in the past and, as you make the jump to this next level, our academic skills team, based in the Library, are here to help you develop the skills and confidence you’ll need to succeed. Here are their top tips:
- Complete our short Learning at University course to learn about teaching and assessment methods, and how to approach your learning.
- As you study with us, develop the study, research, digital and numeracy skills you need to succeed. From writing your first assignment, finding academic sources, and developing academic writing skills to presenting with confidence, or using Microsoft 365 tools, our skills microsite offers all the support you need, for free.
- If English isn’t your first language, Learn English for Academic Purposes (LEAP) offers a range of free online workshops, help and support that you can benefit from while you study.
You’ll also have an academic induction in September as part of your Welcome Week activity. This will provide you with essential information about your course, offer interactive tasks to get you prepared for the start of your modules, and provide the chance to meet your tutors and fellow students. We’ll send you more details about this via email as we get closer to the start of term.
Salford Inspire Scheme
After completing registration in September, you’ll receive an email inviting you to take part in the Salford Inspire Scheme. This provides most undergraduates with £150 of credits per year of your degree to spend in the Inspire online store. Here you’ll find deals on things like bikes, stationery, textbooks, clothing and footwear, memberships to University societies, books and technology.
Prepare for your subject
FOUNDATION YEAR
Listen
- Everything and Anything – Find a list of styles / genres and find out how diverse the music industry is!
Watch
- EdSheeran on 10,000 hour rule and advice for musicians starting out
- Powerful advice from 10 Professional Musicians you need to hear
Read
- How Music Works: A Listener's Guide To Harmony, Keys Broken Chords, Perfect Pitch and the Secrets of a Good Tune. (Powell, J.)
- This is Your Brain on Music: Understanding a Human Obsession. (Levitin, D.)
Visit
Equipment
- Note Pad, Manuscript Paper, Pens/Pencils, USB Hard dive,
- The AB Guide to Music Theory: Part One (Eric Taylor)
- Rock and Pop Theory: The Essential Guide (Julia Winterson)
CREATIVE MUSIC TECHNOLOGY
Listen:
- Tape Notes podcast - interviews with artists about the art of record production and the story of how classic albums were created.
- Song Exploder podcast - artists talk about the construction of their seminal tracks, often including original demos or stem breakdowns of the material.
Watch:
- Synth Britannia – Interesting documentary on the emergence of electronic popular music in the UK. It was previously available on BBC iPlayer, but can be found on YouTube, DailyMotion, and other video hosting sites.
- Sisters with Transistors (incredible documentary about female pioneers of electronic music)
- Pump Up The Volume (excellent Channel 4 documentary about the rise of electronic dance music from its origins in the disco clubs of Chicago and New York to the global domination of house music alongside other genres like garage and drum ‘n’ bass)
For those interested in Audio for Media (sound design, music for film/tv)
- INDEPTH Sound Design on Youtube A breakdown of the sound design stems used in films such as Star Wars, Lord of the Rings, Toy Story and many more.
- Score: A Film Music Documentary recommended documentary on the film scoring process including interviews with leading composers
- Making Waves: The Art of Cinematic Sound Recommended film on all the components that go into a film soundtrack: dialogue, sound effects, music and the final mix. Available to stream / rent on various platforms including.
Read:
- Tape Op - long running magazine on creative recording techniques. Many features are available on the website
- Production Expert - news, tutorials and reviews regarding music technology.
- Sound-on-Sound - Long-running music tech magazine and web resource, with news, tutorials and reviews
Equipment:
- Note book & pens
- USB Hard Drive (essential for backing up work and transferring files between computers, or between home and studio) Recommended: Samsung SSD T7
- Headphones ( worthy investment to last throughout your studies, for working at home or in the university Mac Suite when recording, sound editing, composing etc.). We recommend something Audio-Technica ATH-M20X, other suitable brands include AKG and Sennheiser
For students who may need financial support in buying equipment, please see our Salford Inspire scheme.
Software:
- Pro Tools Intro (free introductory version to the popular DAW with restricted features, for Mac or PC)
Spitfire LABS (free virtual instruments for any DAW (synthesizers, strings, and more)
Study Skills
Studying at university is different to how you might have studied in the past and, as you make the jump to this next level, our academic support team are here to help you develop the skills and confidence you’ll need to succeed. Here are their top tips:
- Complete our short Learning at University course to learn about teaching and assessment methods, and how to approach your learning.
- As you study with us, develop the study, research, digital and numeracy skills you need to succeed. From writing your first assignment, finding academic sources, and developing academic writing skills to presenting with confidence, or using Microsoft 365 tools, our skills microsite offers all the support you need, for free.
- If English isn’t your first language, Learn English for Academic Purposes (LEAP) offers a range of free online workshops, help and support that you can benefit from while you study.
You’ll also have an academic induction in September as part of your Welcome Week activity. This will provide you with essential information about your course, offer interactive tasks to get you prepared for the start of your modules, and provide the chance to meet your tutors and fellow students. We’ll send you more details about this via email as we get closer to the start of term.
Salford Inspire Scheme
After completing registration in September, you’ll receive an email inviting you to take part in the Salford Inspire Scheme. This provides most undergraduates with £150 of credits per year of your degree to spend in the Inspire online store. Here you’ll find deals on things like bikes, stationery, textbooks, clothing and footwear, memberships to University societies, books and technology.
Prepare for your subject
Listen
- The Ongoing History of New Music podcast
Watch
- Summer of Soul (2021 documentary on the other big festival of 1969)
- Sisters with Transistors (incredible documentary about the female pioneers of electronic music)
Read
- Major Labels: A History of Popular Music in Seven Genres (Kelefa Sanneh)
- Music: Why It Matters (Nicholas Cook)
- https://tapeop.com/ - long running magazine on creative recording techniques. Many features are available on the website
Visit
- The British Pop Archive at the John Rylands Library in Central Manchester
- Every Noise At Once – map of genres represented in Spotify’s database with click-through track snippets
Equipment
- Notepads, manuscript paper, pens
- A laptop or tablet
- USB Hard Drive (essential for backing up work and transferring files between computers, or between home and studio) Recommended: Samsung SSD T7
- Headphones ( worthy investment to last throughout your studies, for working at home or in the university Mac Suite when recording, sound editing, composing etc.). We recommend something Audio-Technica ATH-M20X, other suitable brands include AKG and Sennheiser
For students who may need financial support in buying equipment, please see our Salford Inspire scheme.
Study Skills
Studying at university is different to how you might have studied in the past and, as you make the jump to this next level, our academic support team are here to help you develop the skills and confidence you’ll need to succeed. Here are their top tips:
- Complete our short Learning at University course to learn about teaching and assessment methods, and how to approach your learning.
- As you study with us, develop the study, research, digital and numeracy skills you need to succeed. From writing your first assignment, finding academic sources, and developing academic writing skills to presenting with confidence, or using Microsoft 365 tools, our skills microsite offers all the support you need, for free.
- If English isn’t your first language, Learn English for Academic Purposes (LEAP) offers a range of free online workshops, help and support that you can benefit from while you study.
You’ll also have an academic induction in September as part of your Welcome Week activity. This will provide you with essential information about your course, offer interactive tasks to get you prepared for the start of your modules, and provide the chance to meet your tutors and fellow students. We’ll send you more details about this via email as we get closer to the start of term.
Salford Inspire Scheme
After completing registration in September, you’ll receive an email inviting you to take part in the Salford Inspire Scheme. This provides most undergraduates with £150 of credits per year of your degree to spend in the Inspire online store. Here you’ll find deals on things like bikes, stationery, textbooks, clothing and footwear, memberships to University societies, books and technology.
Prepare for your subject
FOUNDATION YEAR
Listen
- Everything and Anything – Find a list of styles / genres and find out how diverse the music industry is!
Watch
- EdSheeran on 10,000 hour rule and advice for musicians starting out
- Powerful advice from 10 Professional Musicians you need to hear
Read
- How Music Works: A Listener's Guide To Harmony, Keys Broken Chords, Perfect Pitch and the Secrets of a Good Tune. (Powell, J.)
- This is Your Brain on Music: Understanding a Human Obsession. (Levitin, D.)
Visit
Equipment
- Note Pad, Manuscript Paper, Pens/Pencils, USB Hard dive,
- The AB Guide to Music Theory: Part One (Eric Taylor)
- Rock and Pop Theory: The Essential Guide (Julia Winterson)
POPULAR MUSIC & RECORDING
Listen:
- The Ongoing History of New Music podcast
Watch:
- Summer of Soul (2021 documentary on the other big festival of 1969)
- Sisters with Transistors (incredible documentary about the female pioneers of electronic music)
Read:
- Major Labels: A History of Popular Music in Seven Genres (Kelefa Sanneh)
- Music: Why It Matters (Nicholas Cook)
- https://tapeop.com/ - long running magazine on creative recording techniques. Many features are available on the website
Visit:
- The British Pop Archive at the John Rylands Library in Central Manchester
- Every Noise At Once – map of genres represented in Spotify’s database with click-through track snippets
Equipment:
- Notepads, manuscript paper, pens
- A laptop or tablet
- USB Hard Drive (essential for backing up work and transferring files between computers, or between home and studio) Recommended: Samsung SSD T7
- Headphones ( worthy investment to last throughout your studies, for working at home or in the university Mac Suite when recording, sound editing, composing etc.). We recommend something Audio-Technica ATH-M20X, other suitable brands include AKG and Sennheiser
Please note that for students who may need financial support in buying equipment, please see our Salford Inspire scheme
Study Skills
Studying at university is different to how you might have studied in the past and, as you make the jump to this next level, our academic support team are here to help you develop the skills and confidence you’ll need to succeed. Here are their top tips:
- Complete our short Learning at University course to learn about teaching and assessment methods, and how to approach your learning.
- As you study with us, develop the study, research, digital and numeracy skills you need to succeed. From writing your first assignment, finding academic sources, and developing academic writing skills to presenting with confidence, or using Microsoft 365 tools, our skills microsite offers all the support you need, for free.
- If English isn’t your first language, Learn English for Academic Purposes (LEAP) offers a range of free online workshops, help and support that you can benefit from while you study.
You’ll also have an academic induction in September as part of your Welcome Week activity. This will provide you with essential information about your course, offer interactive tasks to get you prepared for the start of your modules, and provide the chance to meet your tutors and fellow students. We’ll send you more details about this via email as we get closer to the start of term.
Salford Inspire Scheme
After completing registration in September, you’ll receive an email inviting you to take part in the Salford Inspire Scheme. This provides most undergraduates with £150 of credits per year of your degree to spend in the Inspire online store. Here you’ll find deals on things like bikes, stationery, textbooks, clothing and footwear, memberships to University societies, books and technology.
Prepare for your subject
WATCH
Films
- Battleship Potemkin – (Eisenstein, 1925)
- Seven Samurai - (Kurosawa, 1954)
- The Conversation - (Coppola, 1974)
- Jaws - (Spielberg, 1975)
- Star Wars: A New Hope – (Lucas, 1977)
- Do the Right Thing - (Lee, 1989)
- Moonlight – (Jenkins, 2016)
- Everything Everywhere All At Once – (Kwan & Scheinert, 2022)
- Aftersun – (Wells, 2022)
Documentaries
- The Thin Blue Line (Morris, 1988)
- They Shall Not Grow Old (Jackson, 2018)
- 13th (DuVernay, 2016)
- Tiger King – (Chaiklin & Goode, 2020-21)
- Daughters – (Patton & Rae, 2024)
- The Deepest Breath – (McGann, 2023)
Continuing Series
- The White Lotus (Season 3) – (Max/NOW)
- Adolescence – (Netflix UK)
- Black Mirror (Season 7) – (Netflix)
- Severance (Season 2) – (Apple TV+)
- The Last of Us (Season 2) – (HBO/NOW)
UK Entertainment Shows
- Dragons' Den – (BBC One)
- Taskmaster – (Channel 4)
- Race Across the World – (BBC Two)
- The Great British Bake Off – (Channel 4)
YouTube Channels
- Lets Edit MC - A useful channel for students new to the industry leading editing software used on 90% of all Film and TV productions. Great video to start with is Let's Edit with Media
- Composer - Lesson 1 - Before You Edit
- The Avid Assistant - This is a great channel that will introduce you to the industry workflows we will use in our editing modules.
- This Guy Edits - Sven Pape is an ACE Award-nominated editor who cut for James Cameron, Joseph Gordon-Levitt, and Sundance filmmaker Mark Webber.
LISTEN
Podcasts
- Art of the Cut is full of conversations with Film, TV, and Documentary editors.
READ
- A Long Time Ago in a Cutting Room Far, Far Away: My Fifty Years Editing Hollywood Hits-Star Wars, Carrie, Ferris Bueller's Day Off, Mission: Impossible, and More by Paul Hirsch - a behind-the-scenes look at some of the most influential films of the last 50 years by Paul Hirsch, a film editor who worked on more than 40 features.
- In the Blink of an Eye by Walter Murch - celebrated film editor Walter Murch's vivid, multifaceted, thought provoking essay on film editing
- Into the Woods: How Stories Work and Why We Tell Them by John Yorke - the creator of the BBC Writers' Academy takes us on a journey to the heart of storytelling, revealing that there truly is a unifying shape to narrative forms.
Study Skills
Studying at university is different to how you might have studied in the past and, as you make the jump to this next level, our academic skills team, based in the Library, are here to help you develop the skills and confidence you’ll need to succeed. Here are their top tips:
- Complete our short Learning at University course to learn about teaching and assessment methods, and how to approach your learning.
- As you study with us, develop the study, research, digital and numeracy skills you need to succeed. From writing your first assignment, finding academic sources, and developing academic writing skills to presenting with confidence, or using Microsoft 365 tools, our skills microsite offers all the support you need, for free.
- If English isn’t your first language, Learn English for Academic Purposes (LEAP) offers a range of free online workshops, help and support that you can benefit from while you study.
You’ll also have an academic induction in September as part of your Welcome Week activity. This will provide you with essential information about your course, offer interactive tasks to get you prepared for the start of your modules, and provide the chance to meet your tutors and fellow students. We’ll send you more details about this via email as we get closer to the start of term.
Salford Inspire Scheme
After completing registration in September, you’ll receive an email inviting you to take part in the Salford Inspire Scheme. This provides most undergraduates with £150 of credits per year of your degree to spend in the Inspire online store. Here you’ll find deals on things like bikes, stationery, textbooks, clothing and footwear, memberships to University societies, books and technology.
Prepare for your subject
Read
- Technical Due Diligence and Building Surveying - Adrian Tragg
- Understanding Building Failures - James Douglas and Bill Ransom
- Building Regulations Explained - Robert Foulger and John Stephenson
- The Housebuilder's Bible 15 - Mark Brinkley
- Building Defects and Your Health - Mike Parrett
- Hidden Curriculum: The School of Science, Engineering and Environment
Follow
Articles, Topics and news relating to:
- The Building Safety Act
- The Equality Act
- Sustainability
- Building Pathology
- Construction Technology
Browse
- The RICS website: RICS
- RICS Pathway Guide for Building Surveying: Building Surveying Pathway Guide
- Chartered Institute of Building: CIOB
- Chartered Association of Building Engineers: CABE
Listen
Study skills
Studying at university is different to how you might have studied in the past and, as you make the jump to this next level, our academic skills team, based in the Library, are here to help you develop the skills and confidence you’ll need to succeed. Here are their top tips:
- Complete our short Learning at University course to learn about teaching and assessment methods, and how to approach your learning.
- As you study with us, develop the study, research, digital and numeracy skills you need to succeed. From writing your first assignment, finding academic sources, and developing academic writing skills to presenting with confidence, or using Microsoft 365 tools, our skills microsite offers all the support you need, for free.
- If English isn’t your first language, Learn English for Academic Purposes (LEAP) offers a range of free online workshops, help and support that you can benefit from while you study.
You’ll also have an academic induction in September as part of your Welcome Week activity. This will provide you with essential information about your course, offer interactive tasks to get you prepared for the start of your modules, and provide the chance to meet your tutors and fellow students. We’ll send you more details about this via email as we get closer to the start of term.
Salford Inspire Scheme
After completing registration in September, you’ll receive an email inviting you to take part in the Salford Inspire Scheme. This provides most undergraduates with £150 of credits per year of your degree to spend in the Inspire online store. Here you’ll find deals on things like bikes, stationery, textbooks, clothing and footwear, memberships to University societies, books and technology.
Your academic induction schedule
Monday 7 September 2026
Time |
Event Description |
Location |
| 10:00 – 12:00 |
Welcome to Architecture and Design How Trimester 1 works and how your programme will run on:
|
SEE Building, Room 0.17 |
| 12:00 – 14:00 | Welcome Week events [optional] | |
| 12:00 – 13:00 | DSBNE PG Directorate Welcome | |
| 14:00 – 15:00 | DSBNE UG Directorate Welcome | |
| 14:00 – 15:00 |
Teambuilding Activities
|
SEE Building, Room 00.17 |
| 15:00 – 16:00 | As above if time is required | SEE Building, Room 00.17 |
Tuesday 8 September 2026
Time |
Event Description |
Location |
| 10:00 – 12:00 | Walking Tour starting at the University | SEE Building, Room 00.17 |
| 12:00 – 14:00 | Welcome Week events [optional] | |
| 14:00 - 15:00 | Meet local Architectural Technologists and current students, and learn about the Chartered Institute of Architectural Technologists | SEE Building, Room 00.17 |
| 15:00 – 16:00 | As above if time is required | SEE Building, Room 00.17 |
Study skills
Studying at university is different to how you might have studied in the past and, as you make the jump to this next level, our academic skills team, based in the Library, are here to help you develop the skills and confidence you’ll need to succeed. Here are their top tips:
- Complete our short Learning at University course to learn about teaching and assessment methods, and how to approach your learning.
- As you study with us, develop the study, research, digital and numeracy skills you need to succeed. From writing your first assignment, finding academic sources, and developing academic writing skills to presenting with confidence, or using Microsoft 365 tools, our skills microsite offers all the support you need, for free.
- If English isn’t your first language, Learn English for Academic Purposes (LEAP) offers a range of free online workshops, help and support that you can benefit from while you study.
You’ll also have an academic induction in September as part of your Welcome Week activity. This will provide you with essential information about your course, offer interactive tasks to get you prepared for the start of your modules, and provide the chance to meet your tutors and fellow students. We’ll send you more details about this via email as we get closer to the start of term.
Salford Inspire Scheme
After completing registration in September, you’ll receive an email inviting you to take part in the Salford Inspire Scheme. This provides most undergraduates with £150 of credits per year of your degree to spend in the Inspire online store. Here you’ll find deals on things like bikes, stationery, textbooks, clothing and footwear, memberships to University societies, books and technology.
Your Academic Induction Schedule
Monday
Time |
Event Description |
Location |
| 10:00 – 11:00 |
Welcome from the Programme team Introduction to the course, the year ahead and University life. Building tour and Q&A |
SB1.24 |
| 12:00 – 14:00 | Welcome Week events [optional] | |
| 12:00 – 13:00 | DSBNE PG Directorate Welcome | Chapman Building, Lecture Theatre 3 (TBC) |
| 14:00 – 15:00 | DSBNE UG Directorate Welcome | Chapman Building, Lecture Theatre 3 (TBC) |
| 14:00 – 15:00 | ||
| 15:00 – 16:00 |
Tuesday
Time |
Event Description |
Location |
| 10:00 – 12:00 |
Module Introduction – connections and opportunities Meet the Team |
SB1.24 |
| 12:00 – 14:00 | Welcome Week events [optional] | Various |
| 14:00 - 15:00 | Group Project Intro: Studio Group and Discussion | SB1.24 |
| 15:00 – 16:00 | Q&A | SB1.24 |
Wednesday
Time |
Event Description |
Location |
| 10:00 – 12:00 | Self-directed study | |
| 12:00 – 14:00 | Welcome Week events [optional] | Various |
| 14:00 – 15:00 | Self-directed study | |
| 15:00 – 16:00 | Self-directed study |
Thursday
Time |
Event Description |
Location |
| 10:00 – 12:00 | Self-directed study | |
| 12:00 – 14:00 | Welcome Week events [optional] | Various |
| 14:00 – 15:00 | Self-directed study | |
| 15:00 – 16:00 | Self-directed study |
Friday
Time |
Event Description |
Location |
| 10:00 – 12:00 | Studio Project: Construction and Production | SB1.24 |
| 12:00 – 14:00 | Welcome Week events [optional] | |
| 14:00 – 16:00 | Group Project Presentation & Celebration | |
| 10:00 – 16:00 | Welcome Fair [optional] | Peel Park campus |
Study skills
Studying at university is different to how you might have studied in the past and, as you make the jump to this next level, our academic skills team, based in the Library, are here to help you develop the skills and confidence you’ll need to succeed. Here are their top tips:
- Complete our short Learning at University course to learn about teaching and assessment methods, and how to approach your learning.
- As you study with us, develop the study, research, digital and numeracy skills you need to succeed. From writing your first assignment, finding academic sources, and developing academic writing skills to presenting with confidence, or using Microsoft 365 tools, our skills microsite offers all the support you need, for free.
- If English isn’t your first language, Learn English for Academic Purposes (LEAP) offers a range of free online workshops, help and support that you can benefit from while you study.
You’ll also have an academic induction in September as part of your Welcome Week activity. This will provide you with essential information about your course, offer interactive tasks to get you prepared for the start of your modules, and provide the chance to meet your tutors and fellow students. We’ll send you more details about this via email as we get closer to the start of term.
Salford Inspire Scheme
After completing registration in September, you’ll receive an email inviting you to take part in the Salford Inspire Scheme. This provides most undergraduates with £150 of credits per year of your degree to spend in the Inspire online store. Here you’ll find deals on things like bikes, stationery, textbooks, clothing and footwear, memberships to University societies, books and technology.
Study skills
Studying at university is different to how you might have studied in the past and, as you make the jump to this next level, our academic skills team, based in the Library, are here to help you develop the skills and confidence you’ll need to succeed.
Here are their top tips:
- Complete our short Learning at University course to learn about teaching and assessment methods, and how to approach your learning.
- As you study with us, develop the study, research, digital and numeracy skills you need to succeed. From writing your first assignment, finding academic sources, and developing academic writing skills to presenting with confidence, or using Microsoft 365 tools, our skills microsite offers all the support you need, for free.
- If English isn’t your first language, Learn English for Academic Purposes (LEAP) offers a range of free online workshops, help and support that you can benefit from while you study.
You’ll also have an academic induction in September as part of your Welcome Week activity. This will provide you with essential information about your course, offer interactive tasks to get you prepared for the start of your modules, and provide the chance to meet your tutors and fellow students. We’ll send you more details about this via email as we get closer to the start of term.
Salford Inspire Scheme
After completing registration in September, you’ll receive an email inviting you to take part in the Salford Inspire Scheme. This provides most undergraduates with £150 of credits per year of your degree to spend in the Inspire online store. Here you’ll find deals on things like bikes, stationery, textbooks, clothing and footwear, memberships to University societies, books and technology.
Prepare for your subject
Equipment
- Notebooks and stationery: You'll need a variety of notebooks (sketchbooks, lined, plain) and a good range of drawing materials like pencils (HB, 2B, 4B, 6B), erasers, a pencil sharpener, fine-liner pens, and a basic ruler.
- Laptop or tablet: These are essential for research, digital work, and accessing online resources. If you don't have one, it is possible to loan one from the University library.
- USB stick/portable hard drive: For backing up your work and transferring files.
- Basic art supplies like paints (a small set of basic acrylic or watercolour paints) brushes (a few different sizes and shapes) a craft knife/scapel and cutting mat for precise cutting, a good all-purpose craft glue and glue stick and scissors.
- Camera or smartphone with a good camera: For documenting your work and capturing visual inspiration.
What to wear?
- Comfortable, practical clothing: You'll be moving around, getting messy with materials, and potentially working in workshops.
- Old clothes/apron: Keep a set of old clothes or an apron specifically for messy studio work.
- Closed-toe shoes: Absolutely essential for safety, especially when working with tools or in workshops. Avoid sandals or open-toed shoes.
Other
- Digital storage solutions and portable hard-drive or USB pen: You get a OneDrive when you get here.
Tasks to help you prepare
- Visit art galleries and museums: Look at a wide range of art, from historical to contemporary, and different disciplines like painting, sculpture, photography, textiles, and design. Pay attention to how artists use materials, composition, and colour.
- Explore different design disciplines: Research graphic design, product design, fashion design, interior design, architecture, and more. Think about what interests you and why.
- Over the summer, experiment with different art materials and techniques: Don't be afraid to try new things, even if you're not sure how they'll turn out. This year is for exploration.
- Sketch regularly: Carry a small sketchbook with you and draw anything and everything – people, objects, landscapes, abstract ideas. It's a great way to train your eye and hand.
- Engage with the art and design world online, follow artists and designers on social media, read art and design blogs and magazines and watch documentaries about artists and designers.
- Grayson Perry Art Club Channel 4
- Explore online platforms and art platforms like Itsnicethat and Creative Bloom
- Refine your critical eye: When you look at art or design, ask yourself: What do I like about it? What don't I like? How was it made? What message is it conveying?
Read
- “Steal Like an Artist: 10 Things Nobody Told You About Being Creative" by Austin Kleon
- “The Creative Habit: Learn It and Use It for Life" by Twyla Tharp
- “How to be an Explorer of the World” by Keri Smith
- "Ways of Seeing" by John Berger
- “Ideas Are Your Only Currency” by Rod Judkins
In addition, take some time to explore your own creative interests:
- Do some online or library searches to explore a wide range of art and design that happens locally, nationally, and globally. For example, look into: The Tate Modern or V&A Museum in London (UK); The Museum of Modern Art (MoMA) in New York (USA); The Centre Pompidou in Paris (France); Contemporary art galleries in your local area.
- Aim to find out about a variety of styles, histories, and approaches applied by different creative artists and designers. Keep notes on what you discover – this will be incredibly useful for your studies.
Remember, the foundation course is all about broadening your horizons and discovering your unique creative path. Embrace the experimentation, be curious, and don't be afraid to make mistakes!
Study Skills
Studying at university is different to how you might have studied in the past and, as you make the jump to this next level, our academic skills team, based in the Library, are here to help you develop the skills and confidence you’ll need to succeed. Here are their top tips:
- Complete our short Learning at University course to learn about teaching and assessment methods, and how to approach your learning.
- As you study with us, develop the study, research, digital and numeracy skills you need to succeed. From writing your first assignment, finding academic sources, and developing academic writing skills to presenting with confidence, or using Microsoft 365 tools, our skills microsite offers all the support you need, for free.
- If English isn’t your first language, Learn English for Academic Purposes (LEAP) offers a range of free online workshops, help and support that you can benefit from while you study.
You’ll also have an academic induction in September as part of your Welcome Week activity. This will provide you with essential information about your course, offer interactive tasks to get you prepared for the start of your modules, and provide the chance to meet your tutors and fellow students. We’ll send you more details about this via email as we get closer to the start of term.
Salford Inspire Scheme
After completing registration in September, you’ll receive an email inviting you to take part in the Salford Inspire Scheme. This provides most undergraduates with £150 of credits per year of your degree to spend in the Inspire online store. Here you’ll find deals on things like bikes, stationery, textbooks, clothing and footwear, memberships to University societies, books and technology.
Prepare for your subject
Equipment
- Notebook and Stationery
- Laptop or Personal Workstation for in-class and homework (Laptops are available for hire from the library for short or long-term loans)
Software
All software is free
- Visual Studio Code editor
- P5.js JavaScript Library
- CSS, HTML and JavaScript
Tasks to help you prepare
- Familiarise yourself with VSCode
- Familiarise yourself with P5
- Familiarise yourself with CSS and HTM
- Familiarise yourself with JavaScript
Study Skills
Studying at university is different to how you might have studied in the past and, as you make the jump to this next level, our academic skills team, based in the Library, are here to help you develop the skills and confidence you’ll need to succeed. Here are their top tips:
- Complete our short Learning at University course to learn about teaching and assessment methods, and how to approach your learning.
- As you study with us, develop the study, research, digital and numeracy skills you need to succeed. From writing your first assignment, finding academic sources, and developing academic writing skills to presenting with confidence, or using Microsoft 365 tools, our skills microsite offers all the support you need, for free.
- If English isn’t your first language, Learn English for Academic Purposes (LEAP) offers a range of free online workshops, help and support that you can benefit from while you study.
You’ll also have an academic induction in September as part of your Welcome Week activity. This will provide you with essential information about your course, offer interactive tasks to get you prepared for the start of your modules, and provide the chance to meet your tutors and fellow students. We’ll send you more details about this via email as we get closer to the start of term.
Salford Inspire Scheme
After completing registration in September, you’ll receive an email inviting you to take part in the Salford Inspire Scheme. This provides most undergraduates with £150 of credits per year of your degree to spend in the Inspire online store. Here you’ll find deals on things like bikes, stationery, textbooks, clothing and footwear, memberships to University societies, books and technology.
Prepare for your subject
Read
Chadwick, A., and Murphy, N. (2021) Mental health: A non-specialist introduction for nursing and healthcare. 1st ed. Banbury, Oxfordshire: Lantern Publishing.
Chadwick, A., Tudor E., Womack M, and Woodhouse L. (2019). Mental health placements: A pocket guide. Banbury: Lantern Publishing.
NHS England. (2023). The mental health nurse’s handbook. August 2023.
Mutsata, S. (2021). ‘Mental health practice’, Mental Health Practice, Harrow and London: RCN Publishing.
Pilgrim, D. (2023) Key concepts in mental health. London: Sage Publishing.
The Code (Nursing and Midwifery Council): Familiarise yourself with the professional standards of practice and behaviour for nurses, midwives and nursing associates.
Nursing calculations book - recommended texts:
Numeracy and Clinical Calculations for Nurses (2nd ed., 2020) by Neil Davison (available to purchase through Salford Inspire).
Onboard
Your programme includes a placement with important requirements to fulfil before starting your studies and placements. These include a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, Occupational Health checks, and immunisations. Please check your emails regularly and respond promptly. Visit our Student Onboarding DBS and Occupational Health page page for more information.
Study skills
Studying at university is different to how you might have studied in the past and, as you make the jump to this next level, our academic skills team, based in the Library, are here to help you develop the skills and confidence you’ll need to succeed. Here are their top tips:
- Complete our short Learning at University course to learn about teaching and assessment methods, and how to approach your learning.
- As you study with us, develop the study, research, digital and numeracy skills you need to succeed. From writing your first assignment, finding academic sources, and developing academic writing skills to presenting with confidence, or using Microsoft 365 tools, our skills microsite offers all the support you need, for free.
- If English isn’t your first language, Learn English for Academic Purposes (LEAP) offers a range of free online workshops, help and support that you can benefit from while you study.
You’ll also have an academic induction in September as part of your Welcome Week activity. This will provide you with essential information about your course, offer interactive tasks to get you prepared for the start of your modules, and provide the chance to meet your tutors and fellow students. We’ll send you more details about this via email as we get closer to the start of term.
Salford Inspire Scheme
After completing registration in September, you’ll receive an email inviting you to take part in the Salford Inspire Scheme. This provides most undergraduates with £150 of credits per year of your degree to spend in the Inspire online store. Here you’ll find deals on things like bikes, stationery, textbooks, clothing and footwear, memberships to University societies, books and technology.
Prepare for your subject
Equipment
Waterproof black shoes which cover the foot.
Radiographic Markers (can be found on Etsy or similar. Basic markers will be provided by the University).
Read
Clark's Pocket Guide for Radiographers (Third Edition) 2024 by A. Stewart Whitley, Charles Sloane, Gail Jefferson, Ken Holmes & Craig Anderson.
Interpreting Musculoskeletal Images: Anatomy, Pathology and Emergency Reporting, Paperback (2023) by Rosie Jones.
Browse
The Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC). In particular, familiarise yourself with the standards required of HCPC registered professionals.
The Society of Radiographers. This is the UK professional body for radiographers and also the trade union.
College of Radiographers. Useful for Continuing Professional Development activity.
Study skills
Studying at university is different to how you might have studied in the past and, as you make the jump to this next level, our academic skills team, based in the Library, are here to help you develop the skills and confidence you’ll need to succeed. Here are their top tips:
- Complete our short Learning at University course to learn about teaching and assessment methods, and how to approach your learning.
- As you study with us, develop the study, research, digital and numeracy skills you need to succeed. From writing your first assignment, finding academic sources, and developing academic writing skills to presenting with confidence, or using Microsoft 365 tools, our skills microsite offers all the support you need, for free.
- If English isn’t your first language, Learn English for Academic Purposes (LEAP) offers a range of free online workshops, help and support that you can benefit from while you study.
You’ll also have an academic induction in September as part of your Welcome Week activity. This will provide you with essential information about your course, offer interactive tasks to get you prepared for the start of your modules, and provide the chance to meet your tutors and fellow students. We’ll send you more details about this via email as we get closer to the start of term.
Salford Inspire Scheme
After completing registration in September, you’ll receive an email inviting you to take part in the Salford Inspire Scheme. This provides most undergraduates with £150 of credits per year of your degree to spend in the Inspire online store. Here you’ll find deals on things like bikes, stationery, textbooks, clothing and footwear, memberships to University societies, books and technology.
Prepare for your subject
Browse
Watch
Study
Read
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Kotler, P., Armstrong, G., Balasubramanian, S., & Kotler, P. (2023). Principles of marketing. (Nineteenth edition / Philip Kotler, Gary Armstrong, Sridhar Balasubramanian.). Pearson.
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Brassington, F., & Pettitt, S. (2013). Essentials of marketing (Third edition.). Pearson Education Limited.
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Jobber, D., & Ellis-Chadwick, F. (2023). Principles and practice of marketing (Tenth edition.). McGraw Hill.
Study Skills
Studying at university is different to how you might have studied in the past and, as you make the jump to this next level, our academic skills team, based in the Library, are here to help you develop the skills and confidence you’ll need to succeed. Here are their top tips:
- Complete our short Learning at University course to learn about teaching and assessment methods, and how to approach your learning.
- As you study with us, develop the study, research, digital and numeracy skills you need to succeed. From writing your first assignment, finding academic sources, and developing academic writing skills to presenting with confidence, or using Microsoft 365 tools, our skills microsite offers all the support you need, for free.
- If English isn’t your first language, Learn English for Academic Purposes (LEAP) offers a range of free online workshops, help and support that you can benefit from while you study.
You’ll also have an academic induction in September as part of your Welcome Week activity. This will provide you with essential information about your course, offer interactive tasks to get you prepared for the start of your modules, and provide the chance to meet your tutors and fellow students. We’ll send you more details about this via email as we get closer to the start of term.
Salford Inspire Scheme
After completing registration in September, you’ll receive an email inviting you to take part in the Salford Inspire Scheme. This provides most undergraduates with £150 of credits per year of your degree to spend in the Inspire online store. Here you’ll find deals on things like bikes, stationery, textbooks, clothing and footwear, memberships to University societies, books and technology.
Prepare for your subject
The following resources will help you to prepare for your foundation year with us.
Browse
Watch
Study
Additionally, you may be interested in these course specific resources.
Browse
Watch
Study
Read
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Kotler, P., Armstrong, G., Balasubramanian, S., & Kotler, P. (2023). Principles of marketing. (Nineteenth edition / Philip Kotler, Gary Armstrong, Sridhar Balasubramanian.). Pearson.
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Brassington, F., & Pettitt, S. (2013). Essentials of marketing (Third edition.). Pearson Education Limited.
-
Jobber, D., & Ellis-Chadwick, F. (2023). Principles and practice of marketing (Tenth edition.). McGraw Hill.
Study Skills
Studying at university is different to how you might have studied in the past and, as you make the jump to this next level, our academic skills team, based in the Library, are here to help you develop the skills and confidence you’ll need to succeed. Here are their top tips:
- Complete our short Learning at University course to learn about teaching and assessment methods, and how to approach your learning.
- As you study with us, develop the study, research, digital and numeracy skills you need to succeed. From writing your first assignment, finding academic sources, and developing academic writing skills to presenting with confidence, or using Microsoft 365 tools, our skills microsite offers all the support you need, for free.
- If English isn’t your first language, Learn English for Academic Purposes (LEAP) offers a range of free online workshops, help and support that you can benefit from while you study.
You’ll also have an academic induction in September as part of your Welcome Week activity. This will provide you with essential information about your course, offer interactive tasks to get you prepared for the start of your modules, and provide the chance to meet your tutors and fellow students. We’ll send you more details about this via email as we get closer to the start of term.
Salford Inspire Scheme
After completing registration in September, you’ll receive an email inviting you to take part in the Salford Inspire Scheme. This provides most undergraduates with £150 of credits per year of your degree to spend in the Inspire online store. Here you’ll find deals on things like bikes, stationery, textbooks, clothing and footwear, memberships to University societies, books and technology.
Prepare for your subject
LISTEN
- Social Media Marketing Podcast - https://onlinedrea.com/podcast/https://www.socialmediaexaminer.com/social-media-marketing-podcast/
READ
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The Grammar of the Shot - https://www.taylorfrancis.com/books/mono/10.4324/9781003257356/grammar-shot-christopher-bowen The fundamentals of great video shooting
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The Grammar of the Edit - https://www.taylorfrancis.com/books/mono/10.4324/9781003257349/grammar-edit-christopher-bowen The fundamentals of great video editing
- Social Media Marketing - https://uk.sagepub.com/en-gb/eur/social-media-marketing/book285560 - An introduction to marketing via social media
Study skills
Studying at university is different to how you might have studied in the past and, as you make the jump to this next level, our academic skills team, based in the Library, are here to help you develop the skills and confidence you’ll need to succeed.
Here are their top tips:
- Complete our short Learning at University course to learn about teaching and assessment methods, and how to approach your learning.
- As you study with us, develop the study, research, digital and numeracy skills you need to succeed. From writing your first assignment, finding academic sources, and developing academic writing skills to presenting with confidence, or using Microsoft 365 tools, our skills microsite offers all the support you need, for free.
- If English isn’t your first language, Learn English for Academic Purposes (LEAP) offers a range of free online workshops, help and support that you can benefit from while you study.
You’ll also have an academic induction in September as part of your Welcome Week activity. This will provide you with essential information about your course, offer interactive tasks to get you prepared for the start of your modules, and provide the chance to meet your tutors and fellow students. We’ll send you more details about this via email as we get closer to the start of term.
Salford Inspire Scheme
After completing registration in September, you’ll receive an email inviting you to take part in the Salford Inspire Scheme. This provides most undergraduates with £150 of credits per year of your degree to spend in the Inspire online store. Here you’ll find deals on things like bikes, stationery, textbooks, clothing and footwear, memberships to University societies, books and technology.
Join group chats to find friends early
Chat to other University of Salford offer holders by joining CampusConnect. If you're an offer holder, we'll have sent you an email invitation to join. Log in to:
- Join group chats with other University of Salford offer holders to meet your coursemates and flatmates early.
- Chat to people with common interests so you can find your community way before September.
- Quiz our current students about life at Salford or anything to do with uni - no question's a silly question!
Receiving your results
We know that most of you will be receiving your results on Thursday 13 August and, for the majority of qualifications, these will be sent directly to us. This isn't the case for all qualifications however, so please choose your qualification from the list below to see if there's anything you'll need to do on results day.
Choose your qualification
I’m studying A-levels, a BTEC or an Access course
We receive your results automatically for these qualifications via UCAS and you will be able to see our decision on your UCAS Applicant Hub on Thursday 13 August, from 08:00 onwards.
If your place is confirmed, you will receive a text message and an email on Thursday 13 August. Once this is shown as confirmed on UCAS Hub, you don’t need to do anything more. Please note that, for some qualifications, we may receive your results earlier and so you may see an update on the UCAS Applicant Hub before this date. However, we will send out all confirmation messages on Thursday 13 August.
If you don't hear from us, and would like to check your situation, please call us on +44 (0)300 555 5030. Our phone lines will be very busy on Thursday 13 August, so if your enquiry isn’t urgent, it might be easier to contact us on a different day.
I'm studying other qualifications
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 are not on the UCAS list, you will need to send your results through to us once you receive them. Please send them as soon as possible as the last date we can receive these is 2 September.
You can keep an eye on the progress of your application on the UCAS Applicant Hub. To check if we have received your qualifications, please call us on +44 (0)300 555 5030.
I'm waiting for GCSE results too
We don’t automatically receive your GCSE results, so you must send these to us when you receive them.
GCSE results will be released on Thursday 20 August. Just before this date, we will send you an email detailing the address you must send your results to by 2 September, so please keep them safe.
Once you have sent your qualifications, keep your eye on the UCAS Hub to check the progress of your application. We will also send you an email when everything has been confirmed.
If you don't receive any update from us and would like to check your situation, please call us on +44 (0)300 555 5030.
My offer is unconditional
Great news, you don’t need to do anything else! Just kick back, relax and enjoy your summer!
What if my results aren't what I expect?
Once we receive your results, we’ll make an assessment on 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 other 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.
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.
You can see more guidance on navigating your next steps on results day on the UCAS website.
Timetables and term dates
We know that you’ll be keen to see your timetable for your first year. There are two versions of your timetable: a course timetable (sometimes called a programme timetable) shows all the teaching scheduled for the entire course, which means you'll see all groups for each module. This will be available for you at the end of August. Your personal timetable is a version of this that will only show content relevant to you. You’ll receive this version during your induction week (starting 7 September).
We divide the academic year into three terms, known as trimesters - each trimester is 13 weeks (39 weeks in total). The dates that your course starts and finishes within these weeks will vary, as all courses vary slightly in length. Most undergraduate courses run across two trimesters. If you're on a healthcare or accelerated course, or a course with a mid-year start, you may have teaching across all three.
See our term dates page for an overview of the 2026/27 academic year.
Welcome Week
Welcome Week starts on Monday 7 September. It's a full week of activities to help you get settled in, meet teaching staff, learn more about your course and make friends. It's designed to help you hit the ground running and feel at home from day one.
You'll get a timetable of induction activities specifically for your course, and there will also be loads of other fun events to help you settle in and make friends. Watch the video below to see what's in store.
Arriving and settling in
Once you’ve got your results and your place at Salford has been confirmed. It's time to start getting ready to move, or plan your journey if you're commuting from home!
Staying in accommodation?
If you are staying in Peel Park Quarter or John Lester and Eddie Colman Courts, our accommodation partner, Campus Living Villages, will email you later in the summer to book your arrival slot.
Lots of students arrive around the same time, so follow CLV's instructions carefully to make the process as smooth as possible.
If you are staying in different student accommodation, your accommodation provider will be in touch with you directly.
Please visit our looking for student accommodation page for advice if you're still on the hunt for somewhere to live.
Commuting to university?
You're in good company. Thousands of our students live at home and travel in - and our location makes it one of the easier commutes in Greater Manchester. Bus, tram, bike, car or on foot, there are plenty of options. Students can also take advantage of railcards, discounted travel passes, on-campus parking rates and dedicated study spaces.
Money matters
If you haven't applied for student finance yet, a gentle nudge to do it now. Late applications can delay your funding, and you don't want to be chasing payments when you're trying to settle in.
Deadlines and processes vary depending on where you're from, so check the student finance website for your country. Students from England, Northern Ireland and Wales receive maintenance loans in three instalments - September, January and April. If you're from Scotland, you'll be paid monthly.
Even with tuition and maintenance loans in place, we know that managing money for the first time can feel overwhelming. But at Salford, we’ve got plenty of support available to help you feel confident and in control, including our Money Matters drop-in service for advice on budgeting or your financial situation. You can also check out our advice on budgeting and managing your money.
Support when you need it
Starting university is a big deal. It's exciting - and it can be a lot. For any issues that you might be dealing with, you will have access to our askUS student support teams.
If you'd like to talk through any support you might need before you arrive - whether that's for a disability, your wellbeing or learning - you can find more information on the askUS page.
If you’re looking to make friends, or improve your confidence in meeting new people, check out the SU Connection Sessions. They're sessions held in small in-person groups every week for 4 weeks.
Student Minds, the UK's student mental health charity, have some useful resources to help you navigate the move to university life.
Your Students' Union
The Students’ Union (SU) works around the clock to make sure that you love your life at Salford. It's run by students for students, and will represent you during your time at Salford. Find them when you arrive and get involved! They have loads of sports teams, clubs and societies for you to join - check out their TikTok!
"The biggest advice I'd give is to try everything! You are entering a whole new chapter of your life - meet new people, try out different hobbies, attend events you would normally miss. You never know what you might discover!"
(Max – BA (Hons) Digital Video Production and Marketing).
Tips from our students
"My top tip for new students would be to get involved in university life. Don’t just come to your classes and go back home, make use of the support available, attend events, and explore the campus. That’s how you’ll find your people and truly make the most out of it."
Tracey - BA (Hons) Business Management with Law
"Don’t wait until you arrive to start connecting - join the group chats, hop on the Instagram Lives, and don’t be shy about messaging people you see on there! Having a few familiar faces, even online, can make those first days feel way less intimidating. And remember, no one starts uni with it all figured out! Take it one step at a time, and don’t be afraid to ask questions along the way."
Dee - BSc (Hons) Business Management
"You get £150 of online credit to spend once you join as a student at Salford as part of the Inspire scheme. If you've got any purchases in mind like textbooks, stationery, or tech gear, wait until you start to buy it!"
Gwyn - BSc (Hons) Biochemistry
"Don't be afraid to ask for help! Your lecturers do more than help you pass modules - they support you. The University of Salford has a great support system. So, if you're behind on assignments, struggling with mental health, or having trouble making friends, reach out. Your tutors can make your life a lot easier."
Hayden - BA (Hons) Multimedia Journalism
Want to visit campus?
If you've not had the chance to look around the campus yet, or you want to come for a second look, keep an eye out for our campus tours.
You can also take a virtual tour of our campus, accommodation and facilities in your own time.
Got any questions?
We've been asked pretty much every question you can think of about life at Salford over the years, and we've pulled together a few of the more commonly asked student FAQs. If you can't find the answers to your questions there, you are more than welcome to contact our Applicant Services team by calling +44 (0)161 295 4545 or emailing enquiries@salford.ac.uk.
Not sure who to contact? Check out the list below to find contact details of the different teams you might need.
Our teams
Accommodation
If you are booked into Peel Park Quarter or John Lester and Eddie Colman Courts, you can find the answers to most questions on the Campus Living Villages (CLV) website. If you can’t find the answer to your question, you can contact CLV by phone or email:
- Peel Park Quarter: +44 (0)161 669 5750 / ppq@clvuk.com
- John Lester and Eddie Colman Courts: +44 (0)161 669 5755 / jlec@clvuk.com
If you’re interested in a room at one of these halls of residence, you can visit CLV's website to see availability and book a room. If you're having any trouble with booking a room or your account, please use the contact details above. Please note that the neither the University nor CLV can take bookings over the phone.
The contact details of other student accommodation providers can be found on their websites. Visit our looking for student accommodation page for a handy list of local accommodation providers with links to their websites.
Enquiries and Admissions
Our Applicant Services team is available to contact by phone or email from 10:00-16:00 Monday to Friday.
- Contact number: +44 (0)161 295 4545
- Email: enquiries@salford.ac.uk
Contact us
If you are looking for information we can help direct you to the right team, visit our contact us page for useful contact links to different teams across the university.