Register with a GP Keeping fit and healthy

Be part of something bigger at Salford. Whether you want to play competitively, have fun with your friends, or just want to stay fit and healthy, you can be part of Team Salford by joining one of the Students’ Union’s Sports Clubs and Activity Groups, or by becoming a member at the Sports Centre. With five fitness suites, a fitness class studio (and over 30 fitness classes a week) in addition to a 25-metre swimming pool, the Sports Centre is the perfect place to get active. Find more information about our Sports Centre and membership options at salford.ac.uk/sports-centre

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! salfordstudents.com/sport

It is important to register with the doctor as soon as you arrive, to avoid any unexpected medical bills if you get ill. We have a local medical practice on Peel Park Campus. Register online at visualproductions.org.uk/salford

If your accommodation is further away from campus, you should register with your local GP. You can find your local GP practice at nhs.uk/service-search/ find-a-gp

You should register with a dentist separately.

Finding a job

If you’d like to find a job while you’re here, we can help. We work with Unitemps, an on-campus recruitment agency that can help you find part-time work that fits around your studies and complies with the terms of your visa. Please remember that during your studies you are restricted as to the number of hours you can work per week to remain compliant with your Student Visa. Register with Unitemps now at salford.ac.uk/unitemps

You can also access our Careers and Enterprise team’s job listing platform at salford.ac.uk/careers

Start with the end in mind

Our Careers and Enterprise team is on hand to help you build professional skills, find internships and work experience opportunities, as well as connect you with graduate opportunities. We’ll help you get ready for the world of work after graduating. Find out more at salford.ac.uk/careers

Mobile phone networks

StudyInUK have some good tips about what mobile networks are available in the UK, so that you can be prepared with internet access and calling credit when you arrive. Find out more at: studying-in-uk.org/united-kingdom-cell-phonescarriers-and-networks-guide/

Bank accounts

It’s important to have a British bank account so that you can pay your rent for your accommodation, utility bills or receive a salary. Find out more about opening a bank account at salford.ac.uk/welcome/internationalstudents

Sustainability

Tap water is safe to drink in the UK so you can use a refillable water bottle when you’re on the go. We have lots of filtered water points around campus.

You can also enhance your career prospects, build your skills and become a global citizen with an international opportunity. Find out more at salford.ac.uk/io

Don’t forget to recycle your cans, cardboard and plastic bottles - find out more about recycling in Greater Manchester at recycleforgreatermanchester.com

Keeping safe on campus

Whilst Salford is a safe place to live and study, there can be times – as there are in all big cities – when you may feel unsafe. We’ve made it a little easier for you to take the utmost precautions to stay safe around campus and online.

Check out our advice on StartSmart in our ‘Taking care of yourself and each other’ section at start.salford.ac.uk

We provide a friendly security service that’s available for advice and assistance 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.

Download the SafeZone app

SafeZone is a free app to give you extra peace of mind and support whilst at university.

It enables you to access emergency or urgent assistance should you need it, request first aid and report an emergency incident or concern, day or night. Download the app once you’ve registered and have your University of Salford email address.

Find out more about the SafeZone app at salford.ac.uk/safezone

Help with childcare

Busy Bees nursery, located on our Frederick Road campus, is open 08:00 - 16:00 every weekday, offering places for babies and children aged three months to five years old (the nursery is independent from the University, places must be pre-booked and are subject to availability).

Contact the nursery on +44 (0)161 295 07522 for details or visit busybeeschildcare.co.uk/nursery/ salforduni Transportation

Find out how to get to campus at salford.ac.uk/travel

You can also use Transport for Greater Manchester to plan your journeys within Greater Manchester at: tfgm.com/plan-a-journey#/ askUS are always available to help you with advice about routes and getting discounts. Don’t forget if you are travelling between our Peel Park and MediaCity campuses on the 50 bus, show the bus driver your student ID to ride for free.