Salford is a city of nearly 300,000 inhabitants located in the Greater Manchester region of England. Nicknamed Dirty Old Town because of the Industrial Revolution, Salford has undergone significant urban revitalization, particularly through districts such as Salford Quays and Broughton, where the establishment of media, technology, and digital companies has contributed to the city’s renewal. Today, its transformation makes it a dynamic territory rich in cultural, economic, social, and academic assets.

The University of Salford is the main higher education institution in the area. Granted university status in 1967 after nearly half a century of institutional development and mergers, it offers professionally oriented programmes closely aligned with the local socio-economic environment across its three campuses. Equipped with state-of-the-art facilities, particularly in health, science, and engineering, the University of Salford provides students with a wide range of academic programmes recognized for their excellence.

Salford hosts more than 30,000 students, including 5,000 international students. Despite Brexit, the internationalization of student life has continued. Students benefit from a vibrant campus and student life designed to improve both living conditions and academic success through numerous sports, cultural, and civic engagement activities. Dedicated support services are also provided for international students to facilitate their integration into the local community.