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Solent University at solent.ac.uk

2024 Ranking and Overview

country rank  116
world rank  2062

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Overview

Established in 2004, the Solent University is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the urban setting of the medium city of Southampton (population range of 250,000-499,999 inhabitants), South East England. This institution also has a branch campus in Warsash. Officially recognized/chartered by the Privy Council, Solent University (Solent) is a medium-sized (uniRank enrollment range: 9,000-9,999 students) coeducational UK higher education institution. Solent University (Solent) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as pre-bachelor's degrees (i.e. certificates, diplomas, associate or foundation), bachelor's degrees, master's degrees and doctorate degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study table below for further details. This 20-year-old UK higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on students' past academic records and grades. The acceptance rate range is 70-79% making this UK higher education organization a moderately selective institution. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment. Solent also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, sports facilities, financial aids and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, as well as administrative services.

University Snapshot

Control

Solent University's Control Typepublic

Entity

Solent University's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

Solent University' Size by Total Enrollmentmedium-sized

Selectivity

Solent University's Selectivity by Acceptance Ratemoderately selective

University Profile

Name
Acronym Solent
Founded 2004 Origins date back to 1855
Motto Scintill Tuus Imaginationem
Spark Your Imagination
Colours Red and black
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Campus Location

Address East Park Terrace
Southampton
SO14 0YN South East England
United Kingdom
Solent University Phone Number +44 (23) 8201 3000
Solent University Fax Number +44 (23) 8031 9412
Other locations Warsash

Solent University's location map and satellite view Location Map and Satellite View

Fields of Study / Degree Levels

Introduction

What is the difference between comprehensive/generalist and specialized universities in terms of the range of fields of study they offer, degree levels available and academic and carreer paths pros and cons? Read our guide article about generalist and specialized universities to learn more.


Fields of Study and Degree Levels Matrix

The following Solent University's Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix is divided into 6 main fields of study and 4 levels of degrees, from the lowest undergraduate degree to the highest postgraduate degree. This matrix aims to help quickly identify Solent University's academic range and degree level offering.




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Programs and Courses

Courses and Programs

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Tuition Fees

Introduction

Yearly tuition fees refers to the amount of money that a student is charged by a University for one academic year of full-time study. Read our guide article about tuition fees and financial aid options to learn more.


Yearly Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This Solent University's Tuition Fees Range Matrix is divided into 2 types of students, local and international students, and 2 degree levels, undergraduate and postgraduate degrees, and aims to help students to have an approximate idea of the yearly tuition range they might expect to pay at Solent University.

: Tuition Fees Range Matrix

Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students
10,000-12,499 US$
(9,110-11,390 Euro)
5,000-7,499 US$
(4,555-6,830 Euro)
International
students
17,500-19,999 US$
(15,950-18,225 Euro)
12,500-14,999 US$
(11,390-13,670 Euro)

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Admissions

Introduction

Applying for admission is the first step towards achieving students' academic and career goals and accessing the many opportunities and resources that a university has to offer. Read our "Introduction to University Admissions" article to learn more.


Admission Information

uniRank publishes below some basic Solent University's admission information.

Solent University's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

This institution admits Men and Women (coed).


Solent University's Admission Selection Admission Selection

Has Solent University a selective admission policy? Yes, based on students' past academic records and grades.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

Solent University's acceptance rate range is 70-79% making this institution a moderately selective higher education institution.


Solent University's International Students Admission International Students Admission

International students are welcome to apply for admission at this institution.

1,820 international students

Solent University's Admission Office Admission Office

East Park Terrace
Southampton SO14 0YN
(23) 8031 9646
(23) 8201 5066

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Size and Profile

Introduction

University size and profile can be important factors to consider when choosing a university or assessing its value. Here are some potential reasons why University size and profile can affect students when choosing a university.


Size and Profile

uniRank publishes below some major size and profile indicators for Solent University.

Solent University's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

Solent University has an enrollment range of 9,000-9,999 students making it a medium-sized institution.


Solent University's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

This institution has a range of 500-599 academic employees (Faculty).


Solent University's Control Type Control Type

Solent University is a public higher education institution.


Solent University's Entity Type Entity Type

Solent University is a non-profit higher education institution.


Solent University's Campus Setting Campus Setting

This institution's main campus is located in a Urban setting.


Solent University's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

This institution adopts a Semesters type of academic calendar.


Religious Affiliation

Solent University does not have any religious affiliation.


Facilities and Services

Introduction

What are the most common University facilities and services? Read our two guide articles about University Facilities and University Services to learn more.


University Facilities

uniRank provides below an overview of Solent University's main facilities:


Solent University's Library University Library

This institution has a physical Library. Visit Solent University's Library


Solent University's Housing University Housing

This institution provides housing services such as on-campus residences or dormitories.


Solent University's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

This institution features sporting facilities and organizes sports activities for its students.



University Services

uniRank provides below an overview of Solent University's main services:


Solent University's Financial Aid Financial Aid

This institution offers one or more of the following financial aid for eligible students: scholarships, grants, loans, tuition waivers, emergency financial aid etc.

Solent University's Study Abroad Study Abroad

This institution offers study abroad and exchange program opportunities for its students.

Solent University's Distance Learning Distance Learning

Not reported


Solent University's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

This institution offers students academic guidance and support to assist them in their academic pursuits.

Solent University's Career Services Career Services

This institution offers career counseling, career assessments, job and internship postings, career events, alumni networking or other career-related services to assist students transition successfully from academic life to professional life.


Recognition and Accreditation

Introduction

There are different types of legal recognition and quality assessment of higher education institutions around the world, depending on the country and its legal and higher education system... read our article about university accreditation and recognition to learn more.


Solent University's Recognition or Accreditation Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

Solent University is legally recognized and/or accredited by: Privy Council

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation

1992


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Solent University's programmatic accreditations; feel free to submit any relevant missing specialized accreditations.

  • Association of Photographers (AOP)
  • BCS, the Chartered Institute for IT
  • British Association of Sport and Exercise Sciences (BASES)
  • British Psychological Society (BPS)
  • Broadcast Journalism Training Council (BJTC)
  • Chartered Association of Building Engineers (CABE)
  • Chartered Association of Business Schools (CABS)
  • Chartered Institute of Architectural Technologists (CIAT)
  • Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport (CILT)
  • Chartered Institute of Marketing (CIM)
  • Chartered Institute of Professional Development (CIPD)
  • Chartered Institute of Public Relations (CIPR)
  • Chartered Management Institute (CMI)
  • Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC)
  • Higher Education Academy (HEA)
  • Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales (ICAEW)
  • Institute of Chartered Shipbrokers
  • Institute of Marine Engineering, Science and Technology
  • Institution of Engineering and Technology
  • Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET)
  • Register of Exercise Professionals (REPs)
  • Society of British and International Design (SBID)
  • Society of Sports Therapists (SST)
  • Solicitors Regulation Authority and the Bar Standards Board
  • Staff and Educational Development Association (SEDA)


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Memberships and Affiliations

Introduction

University memberships and affiliations to external organizations can be important for several reasons... read our article about university affiliations and memberships to learn more.


Affiliations and Memberships

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Solent University's affiliations and memberships; feel free to submit any relevant missing higher education-related organizations this university is affiliated with.

  • MillionPlus
  • Universities UK

Academic Structure

Introduction

Academic divisions can provide valuable insights into the range of disciplines and fields of study a University focuses on and the institution's level of specialization. Comprehensive or Generalist Universities typically offer a wide range of academic programs and have many academic divisions and subdivisions across different disciplines, while Specialized Universities tend to focus on a narrower range of programs within a specific field or industry and have fewer academic divisions and a simplified organizational structure. Read our guide article "Understanding Academic Divisions in Universities - Colleges, Faculties, Schools" to learn more about academic divisions and typical university organizational structures.


Academic Structure

uniRank shows a structural diagram of the first-level academic divisions of the Solent University 's organizational structure; feel free to submit any relevant missing division.


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Social Media

Introduction

Social media can be a powerful tool for Universities to communicate with current students, alumni, faculty, staff and the wider community. But how can social media be important for prospective students? Read our article about the importance of Social Media for universities and prospective students to learn more.


Social Media

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Facebook Facebook

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Twitter X (Twitter)

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YouTube YouTube

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LinkedIn LinkedIn

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TikTok TikTok

Solent University's official TikTok channel

Free Online Courses

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