University Guide
University of Salford
The University of Salford is based in Greater Manchester, with roots in the Royal Technical Institute, which opened in 1896. It received its Royal Charter in 1967 and now teaches across three campuses: Peel Park, Frederick Road and MediaCity. Courses span business, engineering, healthcare, science and the creative industries, with practical facilities and employer connections helping students link their learning to professional life.

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The overview
The main things you need to know about studying at the University of Salford.
Rankings
Salford ranks 57th in the Guardian University Guide 2027, climbing 28 places from the previous year. It also received an overall Silver rating in the Teaching Excellence Framework 2023, recognising the quality of its undergraduate student experience and outcomes.
Employability
Salford’s Careers service helps students explore career options, prepare applications and connect with employers through careers fairs and practical guidance. Support includes individual appointments, workshops and advice on working for yourself. Graduates can continue accessing careers and employability support for life, including job opportunities, interview preparation and help planning their next steps.
Fees
For 2026/27, tuition fees for new home undergraduate students are £9,790 annually, with the published fee cap rising to £10,050 for 2027/28. International full-time courses starting in 2027/28 cost £16,920–£22,140 per year, depending on the course and level. Foundation, part-time and postgraduate fees vary, so check your programme’s course page and entry year before budgeting.
Bursaries
Salford’s Inspire Support Scheme provides eligible campus-based undergraduates with £150 in annual credit for learning resources. Qualifying home students from low-income backgrounds and areas with low university participation can receive £500 in total. Eligible UK undergraduates can also access annual bursaries of £1,100 for care leavers or estranged students, and £550 for student carers. The Unite Foundation scholarship can provide successful applicants with accommodation and bills covered for up to three years. Check each scheme’s eligibility and application requirements.
Accommodation
Peel Park Quarter is Salford’s partnered accommodation for new first-year undergraduates, managed by Campus Living Villages. Located on Peel Park campus, it offers en-suite bedrooms with shared kitchens, utility bills and Wi-Fi included, plus a gym and social spaces. John Lester and Eddie Colman Courts, also managed by CLV, is a separate private option near Frederick Road, with shared kitchens and bathrooms. Check current rents, availability and contract lengths before booking, and consider which campus you’ll attend. You can also explore student accommodation in Salford through AFS.
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Students' Union
Salford Students’ Union offers societies, sports and social events, with Atmosphere Bar and Café providing a place to meet on Peel Park campus. Its student groups cover a range of interests, and students can get support to start their own. The Advice Centre provides free, independent and confidential guidance, including help with housing and academic concerns.


Famous for
Salford is known for its links with media and industry. Its MediaCity campus sits alongside the BBC and ITV, with specialist production facilities. The university also houses Energy House 2.0, where researchers test full-sized buildings under controlled weather conditions to investigate energy use and building performance.
News
In October 2026, Salford reported very high engagement in working with business in the Knowledge Exchange Framework. It also achieved high engagement in research partnerships, public and community engagement, and support for graduate start-ups, reflecting its work sharing university expertise with businesses and wider society.
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“Manchester is pretty perfect; just imagine a smaller London, with a slightly edgy and hipster vibe minus the traffic and bank-breaking prices. It almost feels like it’s made for students, and no matter what your passion in life is, be it sports, arts, food or just plain partying, Manchester has it all".
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