accommodation
Salford students pay amongst the lowest rents in the country, with Salford being named as the second cheapest university in the country for accommodation in the National Union of Students Accommodation Costs Survey 2004
Mathias Court is a University-owned site close to the main campus that is dedicated to postgraduate students. All flats are offered on a 50-week let, but students who wish to have a shorter contract period may apply for accommodation at any of the University’s other sites.
The accommodation comprises flats for either two or three students, each having their own single study bedroom and sharing kitchen and bathroom facilities. Each single study bedroom is equipped with a wardrobe/cupboard unit, bed, carpet, curtains, desk and easy chair.
Kitchens are fully-fitted and equipped
with microwave oven, cooker with
separate grill, and a fridge-freezer.
Students supply their own cooking
utensils and bed linen. Bathrooms
have WC and bath. Launderette
facilities are situated on the ground
floor of the block.
Accommodation is also available for married students, or students with families.
For information on accommodation please contact the Accommodation Office using the details below.
Contact Details:
T +44 (0)161 295 5457/3059/
4824/5089 (4 lines)
F +44 (0)161 295 5554
accommodation@salford.ac.uk
www.cars.salford.ac.uk/crservice/accommodation
There are nearly 3,000 international students from 119 countries around the world that have chosen to study at Salford
Getting to the University
of Salford
The best way to get to the University
of Salford is by taking a flight to
Manchester International Airport
either directly from your home country
or via one of London’s airports.
The University operates a ‘meet and greet’ service so that you will be met by a University representative when you arrive at the airport providing you arrive at one of the main entry points in the academic year. We offer an online booking service where you be able to give your flight arrival details. You will receive free transport from the airport to your accommodation.
You can also get to the University from the airport by train that will take you direct to the station on the University campus within 30 minutes, or you can take a taxi.
Full details of what to do when you arrive in Salford will be posted to you before the start of your programme.
English language requirements
During your course, all tuition,
examinations and subject materials
will be in English, so in order to
benefit from a programme of study
you will be required to demonstrate
a good understanding of the English
Language. You are required to have
achieved an appropriate qualification
before joining the University of
Salford which might include one of
the following:
- International English Language Testing Service (IELTS) test, administered by the British Council. You will need to achieve an overall band score of 6.0, although students may be offered a place on the condition of attending a pre-sessional English Language programme.
For further details visit www.languages.salford.ac.uk
- A Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL), administered by the Educational Testing Service, USA. You will need to achieve a score of at least 550 (paper based) or 213 (computer-based). The original document will need to be sent directly to the University, quoting Institution Number 0515
For more information about the required proficiency in English and recognition of other qualifications contact the International Office:
International Relations
T +44 (0)161 295 3251
F +44 (0)161 295 5256
course-enquiries@salford.ac.uk
www.salford.ac.uk/international
International Welcome Week
and Orientation Programme
This free programme runs to assist
you during your first week at Salford
and to help you settle in to the
University community. All new
International students will be sent a
leaflet prior to arrival giving details of
the programme and explaining how
to book a place.
The programme offers coffee mornings and information sessions as well as help with practical things like shopping and opening bank accounts.
There will be a full social programme of events in the evenings and some daytime events that will assist you in meeting new people and making new friends. We will offer individual support and help with your enquiries and confusions, and help you to become more familiar with the local environment.
Student Support
The University offers a range
of support services for students,
including visa and immigration advice,
general and financial advice and
support for students with disabilities.
Further details can be found on the
University web page: www.salford.ac.uk/students/
The International Relations Office can
help with any further queries you
might have, including fees, and
application procedures. Please contact
them for further details.
Contact the International Relations
Office for further details
T +44 (0)161 295 3251
F +44 (0)161 295 5256
course-enquiries@salford.ac.uk
www.salford.ac.uk/international
come and visit us
We run regular open days throughout the year, which give you the opportunity to meet our staff and to tour our outstanding facilities.
To find out the dates of the Open
Days and to book a place visit our
website at
www.salford.ac.uk/study/visits
If you wish to arrange a visit outside of our Open Day schedule please contact the appropriate admissions tutor and we will try our best to fit you in at another time that is more convenient for you.
CSE is committed to offering the highest level of pastoral and academic support. Every student is allocated a personal tutor who will act as a guide and mentor to help you throughout your time with us.
Student Assistance Office
The office acts as a central point of
contact for students to help resolve
problems and queries. Experienced
staff will assist home and international
students with all types of enquiries
including financial worries,
accommodation problems, budgeting,
changing courses and visa advice.
See our website for full details
of our service.
www.academic.salford.ac.uk/sao/
Postgraduate applicants
It is Free to Apply to Computing Science & Engineering
Download the Postgraduate Taught Application Form:
Applications
Postgraduate taught applications should be made directly to the University – you will receive an email receipt - you should receive a decision within 5 working days.
When you have completed your application form email it as an attachment to:
pgadmissions-exrel@salford.ac.uk
Applications by Post
If you are an International Student we highly recommend you email your Application. If you do not have access to the internet you may post it to
Postgraduate Admissions
Faraday House,
The University of Salford,
Salford, Greater Manchester
M5 4WT, UK
Undergraduate applicants
All Undergraduate course applications are to be made via the Universities and Colleges Application Service (UCAS). This can only be undertaken online at:
If you experience any difficulties with applying you should contact the UCAS Customer Services team on +44 (0)870 1122211.
If you would like further help please contact the Admissions team:
Acoustics Audio & Video:
Dr Jonathan Hirst
J.Hirst.salford.ac.uk
T 0161 295 4520
Computer Science, Multimedia & Telecommunications:
Dr John Harrup
j.g.harrup@salford.ac.uk
T 0161 295 4936
Aeronautics, Aviation and Mechanical Engineering:
Dr. Les Johnston
l.j.johnston@salford.ac.uk
T 0161 295 3156
Civil Engineering:
Dr. Saad Yousif
s.yousif@salford.ac.uk
T 0161 295 3835
Physics:
Dr Neil Boag
n.boag@salford.ac.uk
T 0161 295 5239
If you want to come and see for yourself what we are really like, take one of our weekly guided tours around the University or attend an Open Day.
Visit www.salford.ac.uk/study/visits to book onto a tour or an Open Day.
