The University of Salford is a state-owned institution headquartered in Salford, Greater Manchester, UK. Founded in 1967, it employs approximately 4,660 individuals and specializes in providing higher education.
On August 27, 2026, Professor Andy Miah, Chair in Science Communication & Future Media at the University of Salford, provided expert comment on Meta's legal decision and new safety measures, including a two-hour time limit across Facebook and Instagram, noting that the case "conflated two critical concerns about child online safety." Simultaneously, the University of Salford collaborated with RHS Garden Bridgewater to brew new late summer beers, using specially selected ingredients grown at RHS Bridgewater. These beers are now available at the garden’s Bridgewater Cafe and The Old Fire Station café & bar at the University’s Peel Park campus. Earlier the same day, HMG Paints became the first business to access the University’s £100,000 apprenticeship pledge, creating opportunities for others and building on an apprenticeship graduate's career success attributed to the University. Previously, on August 26, 2026, an academic announced a 'Rogue Hollywood' film season, showcasing six classic 1970s films at HOME Manchester from August 30 to September 16. Also on August 26, student Noluthando celebrated receiving the Ethel Harwood Memorial Prize after completing a successful placement in the finance department at Salford City Council, where she supported the management of the local authority’s financial services and budgets, achieving strong grades.
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