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University of Southampton

England: Southampton

Bachelor's degree, Foundation (University Preparation), Master's degree, MBA, Pre-Master's degrees

96%

Employability rate

24000

Students

Top 100

World (QS)

University of Southampton, a university of excellence and member of the Russell Group

Ranked among the top 100 universities worldwide and in the top 10 of UK universities, the University of Southampton's reputation speaks for itself. As a founding member of the Russell Group, the quality of its courses and opportunities will be the least of your worries! The university's motto? Simply better than the rest.

It is one of the world's leading universities and is very active in academic research. It offers a wide range of courses that are constantly evolving to meet the needs of students and businesses. The university supports approximately 14,000 jobs in the city, creating 6,000 of them. It also has a campus in Malaysia.

Located on the south coast of the UK, you can fully enjoy the pleasures of the beach while being just 1 hour and 15 minutes from London by train. Served by an airport, you will also have the option of traveling within the UK.

This university is divided into numerous departments, each distinguished by its high quality. For example, in 2020, the Civil Engineering program was ranked 5th in the Guardian University Guide, while its Film and Media programs were ranked 3rd and its Music programs 1st.

numerous infrastructures

Regardless of your field of study, you will have the opportunity to benefit from exceptional facilities. The state-of-the-art RJ Mitchell wind tunnel, used by numerous professionals in aerospace and Formula 1, among others, is available to aerodynamics students.

If you are studying finance, you will have access to the University's Bloomberg Trading Suite, a trading room equipped with 24 sophisticated computer terminals connected to Bloomberg finance software tools used by traders in London and around the world.

Students also have access to the 138m towing tank, the nanofabrication centre and the Broadlands archives containing documents on the history of the United Kingdom dating back to the 16th century.

The campuses

Southampton University is divided into 7 campuses, 6 of which are in the United Kingdom. The first five are located in the city of Southampton:

• Highfield Campus (main campus)
• Boldrewood Innovation Campus
• Campus Avenue
• University Hospital Southampton
• Waterfront Campus

The other two campuses are located in Wintchester and… Malaysia!

Southampton is one of the most vibrant and dynamic cities on England's south coast. With its many shops, marinas, and breathtaking natural beauty, the city and surrounding area have much to offer. This friendly city is home to around 42,500 students and boasts one of the mildest climates in England. The main campus, Highfield, is just a 10-minute walk from the lively Portswood district. 

Accommodation in Southampton

Just like the quality of the courses, accommodation won't be a concern for you. The university offers a total of 10 Halls of Residence. Of these 10 residences, 7 are located in Southampton, mostly near the Highfield and Avenue Campuses; 2 are in Winchester; and the last one is on the Malaysian campus. Discover all these residences here !

Also, to suit as many people as possible, you will have a choice between several types of accommodation.

Diverse and varied career paths

The University of Southampton offers a total of over 65 fields of study across its 5 faculties:

• Arts and Letters
• Engineering and Physics
• Environment and Life Sciences
• Medicine
• Social Sciences

The University of Southampton offers a wide range of English courses to prepare students for Master's degrees in research or teaching. It also provides several options (evening or daytime classes) for international and local students who wish to enroll in one of its programs but do not yet have the required level.

Preparation programs

Foundation year

Foundation Year programs are one-year courses designed to prepare you for higher education in English. The advantages of Foundation Year are numerous; for example, it allows you to avoid repeating your final year of secondary school. You can apply to better universities and acquire new knowledge in your chosen fields of study.

The university also offers a Pre-sessional Programme for Foundation Years. These 8-week courses are designed to help you reach the level required to complete a Foundation Year. You must have a minimum IELTS score of 5.5.

Pre-masters courses

These courses are designed for those who wish to pursue a Master's degree but need to improve their English. They can also serve as a bridge between your Belgian Bachelor's degree and your future British Master's program. A significant advantage is the guarantee of subsequent admission to a Master's program at the University of Southampton, depending, of course, on your progress. This program is reserved for international students!

Study programs offered in Southampton

• Aeronautics & Aerospace
• Architecture & Interior Design
• Business, Commerce & Management
• Law & Criminology
• Economics & Social Sciences
• Education & Teaching
• Environment & Development
• Finance & Accounting
• History & Geography
• Computer Science & AI
• Engineering
• Languages ​​& Translation
• Medicine, Biology & Biomedicine
• Fashion & Luxury
• Music
• Philosophy & Literature
• Psychology & Social
• Health
• Science & Applied Sciences
• Humanities
• Political Science & International Relations
• Veterinary & Zoology

Why choose the University of Southampton?

• A network of 220,000 alumni in 180 different countries
• 233 partner institutions in 54 different countries to spend a semester abroad
• More than 300 student clubs and associations with over 12,000 members
• A mix of licenses in three or four years

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Falling for something

"Beyond the semester abroad offered by most universities, Southampton offers you the Year in Employment opportunity. This year-long internship program gives you the chance to develop your professional skills while you study. You can choose a position in your field of study or explore new career paths. This program takes place after your second year of studies and is an opportunity to discover your strengths and interests. This program, which adds a year to your degree program, can be the ideal opportunity to build a network and start shaping your professional future."

– Marc, Consultant at Study Experience

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