

Salford, England
University of Salford is a university located in Salford, North West England. It holds a Silver TEF rating, recognising teaching that exceeds national expectations.
The university has approximately 26,030 students, with a diverse international community representing 63 nationalities. The largest international cohorts come from India, Nigeria, and Pakistan.
University of Salford currently lists 132 courses on CourseOptions, spanning 81 undergraduate and 51 postgraduate programmes. There are 9 scholarships available for international students.
Graduate outcomes are strong: 88% of graduates go into employment or further study within 15 months, and the median graduate salary is £28,500, rising to £28,800 after five years.
Student satisfaction is good, with 82% teaching satisfaction in the National Student Survey.
University of Salford is ranked #901 in the world by QS World University Rankings 2026 and #79 in the UK by the Complete University Guide.
| Ranking System | Position |
|---|---|
| QS World University Rankings 2026 | #901 |
| Times Higher Education 2026 | #801 |
| Guardian University Guide (UK) | #82 |
| The Complete University Guide (UK) | #79 |
Source: QS, THE, CUG, Guardian — Updated January 2026
82.5% of graduates are in employment or further study within 15 months of graduation.
| Time After Graduation | Median Salary | UK Average | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 months | £28,500 | £26,220 | +9% |
| 3 years | £25,900 | £23,828 | +9% |
| 5 years | £28,800 | £26,496 | +9% |
Source: HESA Longitudinal Education Outcomes (LEO) 2025
These figures represent institution-wide averages across all subject areas and study modes. Actual graduate outcomes vary by course and cohort. For course-specific data, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.
Has an 82% overall satisfaction rate according to the National Student Survey (NSS) 2025.
Source: National Student Survey (NSS) 2025.
These figures represent institution-wide averages across all courses and may not reflect satisfaction for a specific course. For course-level data, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.
19.1% of students are international, representing 63+ countries. Total international students: 4,975.
| Countries | Students | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| India | 1,730 | 34.8% |
| Nigeria | 1,365 | 27.4% |
| Pakistan | 640 | 12.9% |
| Kuwait | 185 | 3.7% |
| Bangladesh | 130 | 2.6% |
| Iran | 80 | 1.6% |
| Ireland | 65 | 1.3% |
| Hong Kong | 60 | 1.2% |
| Sri Lanka | 60 | 1.2% |
| France | 45 | 0.9% |
Source: HESA official data.
We found 5 scholarships you may be eligible for based on your location.
Tuition fee reduction for nursing students from Bangladesh
For students from: 🇧🇩 Bangladesh
Part-funded scholarships for Data Science students from Bangladesh
For students from: 🇧🇩 Bangladesh
Annual scholarship for high-achieving international students
Open to all international students
Support for high-achieving international students
For selected nationalities (see university)
£2,500 for high-achieving international students on IFY
For students from: BD,KW,NG,PK
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