Studying at Salford City College
We are absolutely delighted that you have chosen to study at the University Centre at Salford City College, one of the University of Salford’s partner colleges, and we wish you an enjoyable and rewarding time here.
First things first...
Be sure to digest all the information below, as this will provide you with everything you need to know and what you need to do before you start.
Get registered
As this is a University of Salford award delivered by a partner college, it is important that you register at both the University of Salford and Salford City College to allow access to course materials and student finance payments.
University of Salford
Keep an eye out for your invitation to register email and/or text. Get ahead by following the link in your email/text to access our online registration portal. Don't forget to follow the steps on-screen, ensuring your personal contact information is correct and your payment is in place.
University Centre at Salford City College
Registration at the University Centre at Salford City College will take place from Monday 5 September 2022, at the University Centre at Salford City College, Dakota Avenue, Salford M50 2PU. You will be sent a time slot for your programme of study. Any questions can be directed to enrol@salfordcc.ac.uk
Applied for funding?
Be sure to complete your online declaration form for Student Finance to make sure your funding is in place. You will need to be registered at the University of Salford and University Centre at Salford City College before your funding can be released.
Finding somewhere to live
If you’re moving away from home for the first time to start your studies, you might feel a bit worried about where you’re going to live. Don’t be. Having your own place can be part of the adventure – expect to make friends and learn about fridge politics. Head to our accommodation information for more details.
If you’ve already booked your accommodation in Peel Park Quarter or Eddie Colman/John Lester Courts, you’ll be hearing from Campus Living Villages separately about moving in dates and anything else you need to know.
Welcome week
When you enrol you’ll be given more details on your induction and teaching timetable, which will be dependent on your course. The college will contact you separately about enrolling at University Centre, Future Skills, Dakota Avenue, Salford M50 2PU.
Find out the latest enrolment information now.
Settling in to your studies
To get you settled in, we have highlighted some key activities to help you get a head start and to help you make the most of your studies.
Developing your academic skills
Our Get Ready to Learn at the University of Salford resource will give you a great introduction to studying here. As well as giving you a jump start with your academic studies, you’ll find information about the University’s Clifford Whitworth Library and Blackboard, our Virtual Learning Environment, as well as how you can get Office 365 for free. Find out more and get started.
Get a job
If you need to find a job, we can help with that. Our recruitment agency, Unitemps, can help you find part-time work that fits around your studies and we have a full careers service that can help build your skills and get you ready for the world of work after graduating.
Get active
Be part of something bigger at university. Whether you want to play competitively, have fun with your friends, or just want to stay fit and healthy, you can join Team Salford by signing up to the University of Salford’s Sports Centre, or joining a Students’ Union Sports Club and Activity Group. We have it all; from Give It A Go, our no commitment drop-in sessions, to campus sport where groups of friends, accommodations and course mates battle it out for campus pride. Finally, make sure you keep your eye out for our annual major Varsity competition against the University of Chester, either by playing yourself or by getting a Varsity t-shirt and coming along to support!
Get all the answers you need
In between now and when you join us, if there’s anything else you’d like to know then askUS, or contact the University Centre at Salford City College at hestudentsupport@salfordcc.ac.uk.
Hear from our students
For the real lowdown on student life before you arrive, visit our student blog – Made in Salford. This includes blogs covering topics from life on campus, eating on a student budget and how to make the most of your placement – all written by our very own students.
A warm welcome from Jane Nickisson
Jane Nickisson, Head of Centre (FutureSkills and The UniversityCentre at Salford City College), wishes you a warm welcome:
"At the University Centre, we are a family. We take pride in our community and encourage the success of everyone who is part of our team, whether that be our students, staff or our extensive network of employers and partners.
From the moment you step through the door at the beginning of your time with us to the day you graduate and beyond, we are dedicated to giving you the best possible opportunities.
Our excellent facilities and expert teaching staff will guide you through your time here and provide you with the best start to your future career. We hope that your experience with us here at the University Centre will be a positive one that will stick with you for the rest of your life. We know you'll fit in perfectly, which is why we look forward to welcoming you to our family."
When will term start?
Teaching for all programmes will begin commencing September 2024. We will contact you with further details for registration and induction before this date. Please ensure you keep your contact information up to date.
Find out the latest enrolment information now.
Any questions?
In the meantime, if you have any queries related to starting your course at the University Centre at Salford City College, please get in touch: