The University of Salford
North West, England
How much do University of Salford graduates earn by subject?
University of Salford graduates earn a median salary of £26,500 five years after graduation. The highest-paying subject is Architecture, building and planning at £40,900, while Performing arts graduates earn £22,300.
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Salary growth: how do earnings change over time?
Graduate salaries typically grow significantly in the first five years. Subjects like medicine and engineering tend to see steeper growth, while creative fields may start lower but offer non-linear career paths.
| Subject | 15 months | 3 years | 5 years |
|---|---|---|---|
| Architecture, building and planning | £30,000 | £30,500 | £38,500 |
| Engineering | £29,500 | £28,000 | £32,500 |
| Computing | £27,000 | £23,500 | £29,500 |
| Health and social care | £28,500 | £25,250 | £28,250 |
| Mathematical sciences | £27,000 | £22,500 | £30,000 |
| Medical sciences | £28,000 | £29,500 | £33,000 |
| Business and management | £25,000 | £21,500 | £26,500 |
| Allied health | £28,000 | £30,000 | £30,500 |
| Chemistry | £24,000 | £25,500 | £34,000 |
| Psychology | £25,000 | £20,000 | £24,500 |
| Biosciences | £25,000 | £18,500 | £22,500 |
| Creative arts and design | £24,000 | £18,000 | £22,500 |
| Performing arts | £24,000 | £23,000 | £27,000 |
15-month data from Graduate Outcomes survey. 3-year and 5-year data from LEO (Longitudinal Education Outcomes). Growth is calculated from 15 months to 5 years after graduation.
How competitive is University of Salford?
In 2024, University of Salford received 55,400 applications and accepted 11,885 students, giving an acceptance rate of 21.5%.
Source: UCAS End of Cycle Data
What are the employment outcomes at University of Salford?
85% of University of Salford graduates are in sustained employment or further study 5 years after graduation. The university offers 22 subjects with median salaries ranging from £22,300 to £40,900. (Satisfaction = NSS teaching score)
| Subject | Employment | Median Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Architecture, building and planning | 87.2% | £40,900 |
| Physics and astronomy | 83.3% | £34,700 |
| Nursing and midwifery | 93.4% | £33,900 |
| Engineering | 88.1% | £32,100 |
| Computing | 87.8% | £32,100 |
| Sport and exercise sciences | 80.7% | £31,800 |
| Health and social care | 85.1% | £31,400 |
| Mathematical sciences | 93.3% | £31,000 |
| Geography, earth and environmental studies | 78.9% | £29,700 |
| Medical sciences | 81.6% | £29,600 |
| Business and management | 84.1% | £28,500 |
| Allied health | 86.7% | £28,100 |
| Media, journalism and communications | 89.3% | £28,100 |
| Law | 84.8% | £27,400 |
| Chemistry | 80% | £26,300 |
| English studies | 77% | £25,600 |
| Psychology | 82.8% | £25,200 |
| General, applied and forensic sciences | 100% | £24,800 |
| Biosciences | 82% | £23,700 |
| Sociology, social policy and anthropology | 83.7% | £23,700 |
| Creative arts and design | 84.8% | £23,700 |
| Performing arts | 85.9% | £22,300 |
* Avg. Tariff: Average UCAS tariff points of students who enrolled on this course. This is not the entry requirement — enrolled students often exceed requirements. Always check the official university website for actual entry requirements.
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Highest Earning Subjects
- 1 Architecture, building and planning £40,900
- 2 Physics and astronomy £34,700
- 3 Nursing and midwifery £33,900
- 4 Engineering £32,100
- 5 Computing £32,100
Quick Facts
Tuition Fees
UK students: £9,250/year (government-capped)
International students: £15,000–£40,000+/year (varies by course)
Check the university website for exact international fees.
Data Source
Graduate earnings from the Longitudinal Education Outcomes (LEO) dataset and Graduate Outcomes survey via Discover Uni 2024/25. Figures show median earnings at 15 months, 3 years, and 5 years after graduation. Continuation rates show the percentage of students who progress in their studies.
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