Rankings
How every major ranking places the University of Salford. Lower is better.
Strongest subjects in the QS subject rankings (2025):
Master's courses by field
Number of courses and typical yearly tuition for international students.
| Field | Courses | Typical fee | Courses in Course Explorer |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arts, design & creative studies | 20 | $23,594 | See → |
| Public health & allied health | 18 | $23,594 | See → |
| Business & management | 14 | $22,867 | See → |
| Engineering & technology | 10 | $23,594 | See → |
| Psychology | 9 | $23,594 | See → |
| Computer science & data technology | 6 | $26,907 | See → |
| Humanities & languages | 6 | $23,594 | See → |
| Environment, sustainability & agriculture | 5 | $23,594 | See → |
| Social sciences | 5 | $19,393 | See → |
| Law, politics & governance | 4 | $23,594 | See → |
| Life sciences & biotechnology | 4 | $26,907 | See → |
| Medicine & clinical health | 3 | $14,716 | See → |
| Economics, finance & accounting | 2 | $22,867 | See → |
| Education & teaching | 1 | $23,594 | See → |
Costs and entry
88 courses mention scholarships. 1 publishes an application deadline for international students.
Jobs after studying at the University of Salford
The job market for the University of Salford's biggest fields, and how graduates stay to work in the UK.
Questions students ask
How much does a master's course at the University of Salford cost?
Typical tuition for international students is about $23,594 a year. Most courses last 1 year. Fees vary by field: computer science & data technology courses are typically $26,907, medicine & clinical health $14,716.
How is the University of Salford ranked?
In the UK it is #79 in the Complete University Guide (2026) and #85 in the Guardian University Guide (2026). Its strongest QS subjects include Architecture / Built Environment (#201–250) and Computer Science & Information Systems (#751–800).
What IELTS score does the University of Salford need for a master's course?
Most master's courses (81 of the 102 that list it) ask for IELTS 6 overall with no band below 5.5.
How many master's courses does the University of Salford offer?
107 master's courses across 14 fields; the largest are arts, design & creative studies (20), public health & allied health (18) and business & management (14).
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Updated 6 August 2026. Courses and fees from the University of Salford's own course pages; fees converted to US dollars. Rankings: Complete University Guide 2026, Guardian University Guide 2026, QS subject rankings 2025. Always confirm fees and requirements on the university's website.