Media Psychology and Applied Communications (MSc)

Self-paced learning: Take a look at the information and videos in this guide to help you get connected to the main IT systems, services and resources at Salford, including Blackboard, Student Hub, LinkedIn Learning and Office 365 and its tools.

Estimated duration is 25 minutes.

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Self paced learning: You will learn what academic integrity means and why it is essential to obtaining your degree. You will develop an awareness of what academic misconduct is, the different forms of academic misconduct (with emphasis on plagiarism and collusion), how to avoid them, and where to get help. 

Estimated duration is 25 minutes.

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Self-paced learning: Find out here about how the Library supports you in your studies all day every day online and on campus: with a huge range of journals, books and other learning resources, flexible study spaces, laptop and Macbook loans, friendly and knowledgeable staff, and expert academic support.

1. Come to a Library welcome event (online and on campus)

Library Welcome sessions are running online and on campus throughout Welcome Week and regularly throughout the semester: see the Library website for details.

2. Visit the Library website for:

• Library Search - the best way to access our huge catalogue of books, journals and databases which you'll need for your studies
• Finding and booking study spaces across campus
• How to borrow books, laptops, Macbooks and other resources
• Printing information
• Help with finding resources specific to your subject
• And much more information about all our Library services, spaces and support

3. Download the Library App

Services on the app include check-in to lectures, book a space in the library, search for library resources, access reading lists and much more.

4. Looking for support with your studies?

Whether you want to improve your writing or communication skills, develop your digital capabilities, find information for your assignments, brush up on your maths, or get into good study habits, you'll find a flexible range of support.

You can access eLearning, and we run free online and on-campus workshops on a wide range of topics throughout the year. If you need more specialist support you can book an individual appointment with one of the team.

Visit the Skills website.

Welcome meeting with Programme Leader.

In this session we will explore how to make the best of your online learning experience.