NCUK University Partner
University of Salford
University of Salford is a modern university with strong industry links, modern facilities and award-winning academics, about 2km from Manchester city centre. It combines heritage with modern teaching and is known for industry-relevant learning, research and an active student life, within the wider Greater Manchester student community.
Its campuses include the main Salford campus and MediaCityUK at Salford Quays, home to digital media and performance spaces. NCUK students can progress to Salford through the International Foundation Year, International Art & Design Foundation, International Year One, International Year Two (Business Management), or Master's Preparation.
Students benefit from Manchester's nightlife, shopping, parks, museums and sporting venues close by, with the Peak District also within easy reach.
73rd
UK ranking (The Complete University Guide 2025)
15th
Most sustainable university in the UK (People & Planet University League 2023)
NCUK International Excellence Scholarship (Undergraduate)
£5,000, awarded automatically to applicants with an undergraduate offer who achieve 128 UCAS points (ABB or equivalent) with a minimum EAP grade C in the International Foundation Year.
NCUK Undergraduate Excellence Scholarship
£3,000, awarded automatically to International Year One graduates with an undergraduate offer who achieve 65% from 120 credits and an EAP grade C.
Global Gold Excellence Scholarship (Undergraduate)
£3,500 per year, for International Foundation Year students achieving ABB with an EAP grade C, or International Year One graduates achieving 65% from 120 credits with an EAP grade C.
Global Silver Excellence Scholarship (Undergraduate)
£3,000 per year, for International Foundation Year students achieving BBC with an EAP grade C, or International Year One graduates achieving 65% from 120 credits with an EAP grade C.
NCUK Postgraduate Excellence Scholarship
£3,000, for Master's Preparation graduates with a postgraduate offer who achieve 65% from 120 credits and an EAP grade C; a tuition fee deposit is required to confirm funding.
Global Gold Excellence Scholarship (Postgraduate)
£3,000 per year, for Master's Preparation graduates achieving 65% from 120 credits with an EAP grade C.
Global Silver Excellence Scholarship (Postgraduate)
£2,500 per year, for Master's Preparation graduates achieving 55% from 120 credits with an EAP grade C.
Student life and careers
The Students' Union runs clubs, societies and sports teams, including a Rowing Club, a Quidditch team and a basketball club, along with Drama and Gaming societies, and social spaces such as the Atmosphere bar and café.
The careers team offers advice, workshops and work experience, and the Launch@SalfordUni startup incubator supports student entrepreneurs.
Student support
The Wellbeing Service provides counselling and mental health support, Skills for Learning runs academic skills workshops, and a dedicated Home and International Student Support team is on hand for all students.
Accommodation
Peel Park Quarter, on the main campus, offers en-suite rooms with shared kitchen and living areas. John Lester and Eddie Colman Courts, a short walk from campus, offer a mix of en-suite rooms and flats.
Facilities
The New Adelphi building houses music, dance, theatre, and art and design studios, while the MediaCityUK campus at Salford Quays provides digital media and performance spaces. The Sports Centre includes a gym, sports halls and a swimming pool.
Sustainability
Salford's Sustainability and Environment Strategy is aligned with the UN Sustainable Development Goals.
Veritas Pathways students on the International Foundation Year may progress to University of Salford, subject to meeting its academic, English language, attendance and non-academic entry requirements.