Online Sessions
From Monday 3 February to Friday 28 February, we're hosting a fantastic range of online events to help you take the next steps in your academic career.
Whether you’re an international student or joining us from the UK, you’ll find everything you need to know about:
- The application process (including CAS and visas for international students)
- Financing your studies with scholarships, loans, and bursaries
- What life at Salford is really like for postgraduate students
- Tips to create a standout personal statement or portfolio
Our expert staff are here to guide you every step of the way. You'll also have the chance to interact directly with course tutors in live, course-specific webinars throughout the month.
Explore our sessions below and book your place today!
Pre-Recorded Sessions - Available 24/7
Watch from 3 February - 28 February
Our on-demand content makes it easy for you to learn about postgraduate study at Salford in your own time.
| Session title | Session description | Audience | Date and Time | Next steps |
| Your Master's Journey at Salford | An overview of your postgraduate journey, including the application process, finance options and what happens after you submit your application. | All prospective master's students | Available anytime between 3 February - 28 February | This will be available to watch from 3 February. |
| Student support and learning at Salford | Learn more about the student support available at Salford, including our disability and wellbeing services, support for students who are parents and designated learning spaces available on campus. | All prospective postgraduate students. | Available anytime between 3 February - 28 February | This will be available to watch from 3 February. |
Live sessions - join us in real time
Live from 13 February to 19 February
Engage with our team during 60-minute live sessions via Teams. You’ll get answers to your questions, personalised advice, and guidance tailored to your needs.
| Session title | Session description | Audience | Date and time | Next steps |
| Student Application timeline | Guidance on the application process, CAS, visas, and fees for international students. | International students interested in master’s study. | Wednesday 12 February, 10:00-11:00 | Book now |
| The Postgraduate Researcher Journey at Salford | An introduction to the Doctoral School and academic schools, plus an overview of the application process, fees, and funding. | Anyone interested in completing a doctoral degree. | Thursday 13 February, 9:00-10:00 | Book now |
| Progressing to Master's Study at Salford | Guidance on transitioning to master’s study, with insights into study options and the differences from undergraduate study. | UK home students interested in master’s study. | Friday 14 February, 15:00-16:00 | Book now |
| Financing Your Master's Studies | Explore financing options, including loans, scholarships, and bursaries. | UK home students interested in master’s study. | Friday 14 February, 16:00-17:00 | Book now |
| Ready to Apply for a Master’s? | Tips on writing personal statements, navigating the application portal, and preparing your documents. | UK home students interested in master’s study. | Monday 17 February, 15:00-16:00 | Book now |
| Ace Your Portfolio and Interview: The Do’s and Don’ts | Tips on creating a standout portfolio and acing your interview. | UK home students interested in master’s study. Particularly relevant for students applying for postgraduate study in our School of Arts, Media and Creative Technology, and School of Health and Society. | Monday 17 February, 16:10-17:10 | Book now |
| Student Application timeline | Guidance on the application process, CAS, visas, and fees for international students. | International students interested in master’s study. | Wednesday 19 February, 10:00-11:00 | Book now |
Live Course Specific And Tutor Sessions
Join live, course-specific sessions to interact with tutors and learn more about your area of interest. These sessions provide a great opportunity to ask questions, explore course content, and understand how our programmes can help you achieve your goals.
If you can't attend a live session or your course interest isn't covered, you can email the relevant tutor directly.
Are there any in-person events?
Yes! As a part of our Postgraduate Discovery Month, we are also offering our on campus Postgraduate Open Day on Wednesday 26 February from 13:00 until 18:00.
How do I access the online content?
You can access our pre-recorded content now. This will be available all month, day or night!
To access the live sessions you will need to book your place. You can come along to as many sessions as you like but you must book on to each individual session in order to access the event. Once you have booked your place, you will receive the link to join the session.
Once you have booked your place, you can add the session to your calendar as a reminder.
The link is not working, who do I contact?
The link to join the online session will be emailed to you once you have booked your place. When you click on 'join event' you will be placed into the waiting room and the presenter will let you in before the session begins.
If you are trying to join one of our online sessions and the link is not working, please contact our Enquiries Team either by email enquiries@salford.ac.uk or by phone +44 (0)161 295 4545
What will the live sessions cover?
The masters live sessions will focus on the everything you need to know for preparing to apply, fund and start your student journey at Salford. Sessions aimed at International applicants and enquiries will cover an overview of the timeline, key deadlines and the postgraduate student journey, which includes a Q&A aspect.
If your are looking to study a doctoral degree, the Doctoral School session will cover a variety of things from how a research degree differs to a taught masters, funding and a Q&A with our Director of the Doctoral School.
For sessions aimed at Home students, we are unable to comment on CAS queries, Student Visa questions or application status.
If you are joining us from overseas, please check our our International student page for further information about getting ready for university as an international student.