School of Computing, Science & Engineering

History

The School is based at the heart of the campus and at MediaCityUK. Working closely with industry partners on multidisciplinary projects, the School of Computing, Science & Engineering addresses current and future challenges.

Education

Most of our degree courses are accredited by a professional body; this strengthens links with our industrial partners and ensures that your study is appropriate and relevant to the market place.

Research

Research in the School spans the whole spectrum of the diverse subject areas covered by the school. In the Research Assessment Exercise (RAE) 2008, more than 50% of our staff returned for assessment were rated internationally excellent or world leading. The School also has strong research and academic partnerships with industry such as the BBC, BT, CISCO, Airbus, RSSB, United Utilities and Marshalls, enabling effective knowledge transfer and up-to-date awareness of topical issues in relevant industries.

Career

If you are looking for job opportunities we have a Careers & Employability team who can assist you in gaining employment in both on campus and off campus jobs and placements.

Student services

At Salford you’ll join a supportive and thriving student community with over 20,000 students from over 100 different countries, so you can be sure of a diverse and welcoming university experience.We know that coming to university can be a daunting as well as an exciting experience, but there is no need to worry. We pride ourselves on being a supportive and inclusive university and have a range of support services that are tailored to your needs and with services on each campus site, the answer should only be a short walk away.

Housing services

One of the most important decisions you need to make about your life as a student at Salford is where you are going to live. Whether you’re thinking of staying in University accommodation, living off campus or commuting from home, it’s important to consider your options.

Library services

Three library sites, located across a wi-fi enabled campus, including a state of the art facility at MediaCityUK. Our cutting edge resource discovery tool, SOLAR, allows access to all our academic resources from a single interface, including more than 365,000 books, 35,000 e-journals and 600,000 e-books and several special collections and archives.

ICT services

The University's licence agreements mean that some software titles are available for distribution from IT Services, or at discounted prices for use either on campus or at home. Personal or home use is subject to compliance with the supplier's terms and conditions.

Medical services

Health Services

Student Life work in partnership with NHS services in the community to ensure that you get the care and support that you need while you study at Salford.

Getting treatment

In order to make sure that you are able to access medical treatment as soon as possible when you need it, it is recommended that you register with a GP as soon as you arrive at University.

Campus life

Come to Salford and you’ll be based on a leafy, riverside campus only one and a half miles (2.5km) from Manchester city centre – so you’ll get the best of both worlds.

We have four University campuses, which, over the last few years, have undergone significant regeneration to offer the best learning spaces for you to develop your skills in your chosen subject area.

We’re continuing to invest heavily in our campus and facilities, to ensure that you get a great university experience.

Sports facilities

Sports Centre: If it’s sport you’re into then the Sports Centre, open 7 days a week, has something for you. Whether you’re looking to make a splash in our five lane 25m pool, or chill out and relax in the spa and sauna, there really is something to suit all tastes, needs and purposes.

Student clubs

Our Students’ Union has a range of great facilities for you to use and events to get involved with, such as our activity groups. There are over 70 student led clubs and societies, and, if you can’t find what you’re looking for – then why not start your own?