Rankings of University of Salford

The University of Salford is a publicly funded university in a town of the same name, in Greater Manchester, England. The university’s primary campus, Peel Park, is just half an hour’s walk from Manchester city centre. Additionally, this campus is also home to the Salford Museum and Art Gallery.

Latest ranking updates for University of Salford
  • September 2023: University of Salford ranks 801 in the latest THE World University Rankings from THE Times Higher Education, UK.
  • September 2023: The Guardian University League Tables by Subject (Business and Management) update. University of Salford achieves place 92.
  • September 2023: Publication of The Guardian League Table. Ranking position #88.
  • July 2023: Publication of Webometrics Ranking Web of Universities. Ranking position #772.

University rankings

    • #70 
    • #88 
    The Times Good University Guide
    [Published 16 September, 2022]
    • #70 
    • #88 
    The Guardian League Table
    [Published 09 September, 2023]
    • #66 
    • #82 
    CUG The Complete University Guide
    [Published 08 June, 2023]
    • #70 
    • #801 
    THE World University Rankings
    [Published 27 September, 2023]
    • #119 
    • #851 
    QS World University Rankings
    [Published 27 June, 2023]
    • #60 
    • #1095 
    US News: Best Global Universities
    [Published 24 October, 2022]
    • #55 
    • #907 
    Scimago Institutions Rankings
    [Published 06 March, 2023]
    • #65 
    • #1507 
    CWUR Center for World University Rankings
    [Published 25 April, 2022]
    • #57 
    • #1272 
    URAP World Ranking - University Ranking by Academic Performance
    [Published 28 November, 2022]
    • #17 
    • #93 
    StuDocu World University Ranking - EMEA - Europe, the Middle East and Africa
    [Published 06 September, 2021]
    • #49 
    • #601 
    QS World University Rankings: Sustainability
    [Published 26 October, 2022]
    • #54 
    • #772 
    Webometrics Ranking Web of Universities
    [Published 31 July, 2023]
    • #60 
    • #645 
    THE China Subject Ratings Overall
    [Published 11 May, 2022]

Historic rankings in TOP global university rankings

Subject rankings

Agriculture

    • #858 
    Agriculture
    URAP University Ranking by Academic Performance - By Field
    [Published 22 July, 2023]

Architecture, Building & Planning

    • #20 
    • #27 
    Architecture
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 08 June, 2023]
    • #31 
    • #39 
    Architecture
    The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
    [Published 09 September, 2023]

Arts Visual & Performing

    • #16 
    • #17 
    Creative Writing
    The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
    [Published 09 September, 2023]
    • #47 
    • #52 
    Creative Writing
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 08 June, 2023]
    • #23 
    • #28 
    Music
    The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
    [Published 09 September, 2023]
    • #41 
    • #50 
    Music
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 08 June, 2023]

Business

    • #40 
    • #52 
    Marketing
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 08 June, 2023]

Computer Science

    • #65 
    • #83 
    Computer Science
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 08 June, 2023]
    • #29 
    • #251 
    Computer Science
    THE World University Rankings by Subject
    [Published 26 October, 2022]

Design

    • #48 
    • #57 
    Graphic Design
    The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
    [Published 09 September, 2023]
    • #13 
    • #14 
    Interior Design
    The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
    [Published 09 September, 2023]

Engineering

    • #25 
    • #29 
    Aerospace Engineering
    The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
    [Published 09 September, 2023]
    • #26 
    • #34 
    Civil Engineering
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 08 June, 2023]
    • #34 
    • #47 
    Civil Engineering
    The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
    [Published 09 September, 2023]
    • #45 
    • #501 
    Engineering
    THE World University Rankings by Subject
    [Published 26 October, 2022]
    • #48 
    • #1182 
    Engineering
    URAP University Ranking by Academic Performance - By Field
    [Published 22 July, 2023]
    • #50 
    • #63 
    Mechanical Engineering
    The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
    [Published 09 September, 2023]
    • #51 
    • #65 
    Mechanical Engineering
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 08 June, 2023]

Journalism & Media Studies

    • #15 
    • #19 
    Journalism
    The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
    [Published 09 September, 2023]

Languages & Literature

    • #64 
    • #76 
    English
    The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
    [Published 09 September, 2023]
    • #81 
    • #96 
    English
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 08 June, 2023]

Law

    • #52 
    • #68 
    Law
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 08 June, 2023]
    • #71 
    • #88 
    Law
    The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
    [Published 09 September, 2023]

Mathematics

    • #49 
    • #62 
    Mathematics
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 08 June, 2023]

Natural Sciences

    • #44 
    • #61 
    Biology
    The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
    [Published 09 September, 2023]
    • #32 
    • #40 
    Chemistry
    The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
    [Published 09 September, 2023]
    • #34 
    • #44 
    Chemistry
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 08 June, 2023]
    • #13 
    • #19 
    Physics
    The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
    [Published 09 September, 2023]

Social Studies & Humanities

    • #34 
    • #42 
    Geography
    The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
    [Published 09 September, 2023]
    • #41 
    • #51 
    History
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 08 June, 2023]
    • #45 
    • #53 
    History
    The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
    [Published 09 September, 2023]
    • #65 
    • #84 
    Psychology
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 08 June, 2023]
    • #92 
    • #114 
    Psychology
    The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
    [Published 09 September, 2023]
    • #63 
    • #401 
    Psychology
    THE World University Rankings by Subject
    [Published 26 October, 2022]
    • #64 
    • #601 
    Social Sciences
    THE World University Rankings by Subject
    [Published 26 October, 2022]
    • #2 
    • #2 
    Social Work
    The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
    [Published 09 September, 2023]
    • #11 
    • #16 
    Social Work
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 08 June, 2023]
    • #43 
    • #54 
    Sociology
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 08 June, 2023]

Sports Science

    • #33 
    • #43 
    Sports Science
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 08 June, 2023]
    • #39 
    • #47 
    Sports Science
    The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
    [Published 09 September, 2023]

Highest subject rankings for University of Salford

Social Work The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
#2 
Social Studies & Humanities
Interior Design The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
#14 
Design
Creative Writing The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
#17 
Arts Visual & Performing
Physics The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
#19 
Natural Sciences
Journalism The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
#19 
Journalism & Media Studies
Architecture CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
#27 
Architecture, Building & Planning
Aerospace Engineering The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
#29 
Engineering
Sports Science CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
#43 
Sports Science
Marketing CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
#52 
Business
Mathematics CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
#62 
Mathematics

“I studied here, and I’m confident when I say these were the best days of my life. I finished the program with new life experiences and long lasting friendships. During my course I was given the opportunity to travel and meet all kinds of like minded people in your field. Highly recommend this university.”

About University of Salford

PROS

  • Students praise the university’s excellent facilities, such as their dance studio, 25 -meter swimming pool, floodlit football pitch, six sports halls, and the health hub.
  • The location is a popular feature, as the city centre is just a 30 minute walk away. Manchester’s roads are well -marked for cyclists, so this is a viable option for students to get around.
  • Ranked among the top 1,000 in the world by QS World University Rankings and Times Higher Education.

CONS

  • One criticism that is expressed frequently is that certain buildings are much older than others. In some cases these buildings are not suitable for their purposes.
  • A common opinion from students is that the accommodation fees are not fair in relation to what is received.

Key facts

Foundation year:
1850
Telephone:
+44 161 295 5000
Address:
Faraday House, 43 Crescent
M5 4WT, Salford
England UK
Website:
https://www.salford.ac.uk/
Social:

Requirements for international students / English requirements

IELTS academic test score (similar tests may be accepted as well)

    • 6.5
    • All other courses
    • 4.5
    • Foundation / Pathway Courses
    • 6.5
    • Graduate Degrees
    • 6.0
    • Undergraduate Degrees
  • Life as a Salford student
  • MEET OUR STUDENT BLOGGERS | EMMA
  • This is Salford: our university
  • Salford Business School: work placement

NSS Aggregate Student reviews

Below you see the results of University of Salford for each of the survey questions in comparison to the average for all UK universities.

Overall student satisfaction
69 /100
3617 total respondents

THE Student Experience Survey by Times Higher Education

Times Higher Education has surveyed 20251 undergraduate students in the UK about their study experience. 116 students of University of Salford participated in the survey.

Below you'll find the results for each of the survey questions for University of Salford in comparison to the average for all UK universities.

Overall score: 74.9

Student composition of University of Salford

Nursing and Midwifery:
4965
Business and Management:
2870
architecture, building and planning:
1630
Biosciences:
1545
Creative Arts and Design:
1515
Performing Arts:
905
Computing:
780
Social Policy:
705
Law:
645
Psychology:
620
Mechanical Engineering:
540
Sociology:
500
Sport and Exercise Sciences:
450
Civil Engineering:
405
Electrical And Electronic Engineering:
340
English Studies:
255
geography, earth and environmental studies:
255
Physics and Astronomy:
240
Politics:
130
languages and area studies :
75
History:
70
education and teaching:
10
India:
1160
Nigeria:
535
Kuwait:
320
Saudi Arabia:
85
China:
45
Pakistan:
40
Kenya:
40
Iran:
35
Sri Lanka:
20
United Arab Emirates:
20
Ghana:
20
Bahrain:
20
United States:
20
Bangladesh:
20
Hong Kong (Special Administrative Region of China):
20
Uganda:
15
Oman:
15
Jordan:
10
Malaysia:
10
Norway:
10
Qatar:
10
Zimbabwe:
10
Tanzania:
10
Egypt:
10
Indonesia:
5
Syria:
5
Lebanon:
5
Canada:
5
Cayman Islands:
5
Mexico:
5
Peru:
5
Iraq:
5
Vietnam:
5
Taiwan:
5
Singapore:
5
Brunei:
5
Zambia:
5
Sudan:
5
South Africa:
5
Mauritius:
5
Libya:
5
Cameroon:
5
Algeria:
5
Turkey:
5
Switzerland:
5

Campuses of University of Salford

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FAQ

University of Salford ranks #58 in England UK in our meta ranking of 112 university rankings. See rankings of all 382 universities in England UK.

University of Salford ranks #1 in Salford in our meta ranking. See rankings of all 3 universities in Salford.

University of Salford is listed in The Times Good University Guide, The Guardian League Table, CUG The Complete University Guide, THE World University Rankings, QS World University Rankings, US News: Best Global Universities and more. See all 19 rankings of University of Salford.

University of Salford achieved #82 in CUG The Complete University Guide. This is the university’s highest ranking in the 112 rankings tracked on our website. See all rankings for University of Salford.

University of Salford achieved the highest ranking for Social Studies & Humanities. It is ranked #2 in The Guardian University League Tables by Subject (Social Work). See all subject rankings for University of Salford.

A large number of university rankings include surveys among academics on reputation. In our meta ranking of 112 university rankings University of Salford ranks #1 among universities in Salford and #58 among universities in England UK. See all rankings of University of Salford.

In our meta ranking University of Salford ranks #58 among all universities in England UK and University of Oxford ranks #1. See all rankings of universities in Salford. Apart from rankings you may also want to see the ratings from students who attended the universities.