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University of Southampton

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Overview

Established in 1952, the University of Southampton is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the suburban 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 Winchester. Officially recognized/chartered by the Privy Council, University of Southampton is a large-sized (uniRank enrollment range: 20,000-24,999 students) coeducational UK higher education institution. University of Southampton offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor's degrees and master's degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study table below for further details. This 72-year-old UK higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on students' past academic records and grades. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment. University of Southampton 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

University of Southampton's Control Typepublic

Entity

University of Southampton's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

University of Southampton' Size by Total Enrollmentlarge-sized

Selectivity

University of Southampton's Selectivity by Acceptance Ratenot reported

University Identity

Name
Acronym
Founded 1952 Origins date back to 1862
Motto Strenuis Ardua Cedunt
The Heights Yield to Endeavour
Video Presentation

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University Location

Address University Road
Southampton
SO17 1BJ South East England
United Kingdom
University of Southampton's location map and satellite view Location Map and Satellite View
University of Southampton Phone Number +44 (23) 8059 5000
University of Southampton Fax Number +44 (23) 8059 3131
Other locations Winchester

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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 University of Southampton'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 University of Southampton's academic range and degree level offering.




Programs and Courses

Courses and Programs

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You can also explore our new A-Z Guide to 8,100 University Programs, Courses and Degrees to learn more about study outlines and typical duration, tuition ranges, career prospects, salary expectations of each course/program/degree.

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 University of Southampton'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 University of Southampton.

University of Southampton: 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)
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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 University of Southampton's admission information.

University of Southampton's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

This institution admits Men and Women (coed).


University of Southampton's Admission Selection Admission Selection

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


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

University of Southampton's acceptance rate range is not reported.


University of Southampton's International Students Admission International Students Admission

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

University of Southampton has more than 8200 international students.

University of Southampton's Admission Office Admission Office



(23) 8059 5000


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Size and Profile

Introduction

University size and profile can be important factors to consider when choosing a university. 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 University of Southampton.

University of Southampton's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

University of Southampton has an enrollment range of 20,000-24,999 students making it a large-sized institution.


University of Southampton's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

This institution has a range of 1,500-1,999 academic employees (Faculty).


University of Southampton's Control Type Control Type

University of Southampton is a public higher education institution.


University of Southampton's Entity Type Entity Type

University of Southampton is a non-profit higher education institution.


University of Southampton's Campus Setting Campus Setting

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


University of Southampton's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

This institution adopts a Semesters type of academic calendar.


Religious Affiliation

University of Southampton 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 University of Southampton's main facilities:


University of Southampton's Library University Library

This institution has a physical Library. Visit University of Southampton's Library


University of Southampton's Housing University Housing

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


University of Southampton'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 University of Southampton's main services:


University of Southampton'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.

University of Southampton's Study Abroad Study Abroad

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

University of Southampton's Distance Learning Distance Learning

Not reported


University of Southampton's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

Not reported

University of Southampton's Career Services Career Services

Not reported


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.


University of Southampton's Recognition or Accreditation Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

University of Southampton is legally recognized and/or institutionally accredited by: Privy Council

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation

1952


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

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

  • Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA)
  • Association of International Accountants (AIA)
  • Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB International)
  • Bar Standards Board (BSB)
  • BCS, the Chartered Institute for IT
  • British Psychological Society (BPS)
  • Chartered Institute for Securities and Investment (CISI)
  • Chartered Institute of Architectural Technologists (CIAT)
  • Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA)
  • Chartered Institute of Marketing (CIM)
  • Chartered Institute of Public Finance and Accountancy (CIPFA)
  • Chartered Institution of Highways and Transportation (CIHT)
  • Chartered Insurance Institute (CII)
  • Chartered Management Institute (CMI)
  • Chartered Society of Physiotherapy (CSP)
  • Royal College of Podiatry (RCPod)
  • CPA Australia
  • General Medical Council (GMC)
  • Geological Society
  • Institute and Faculty of Actuaries (IFA)
  • Institute of Biomedical Science (IBMS)
  • Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales (ICAEW)
  • Institute of Chartered Accountants in Scotland (ICAS)
  • Institute of Highway Engineers (IHE)
  • Institute of Marine Engineering, Science and Technology (IMarEST)
  • Institute of Materials, Minerals and Mining (IOM3)
  • Institute of Mathematics and its Applications (IMA)
  • Institute of Physics (IOP)
  • Institution of Chemical Engineers (IChemE)
  • Institution of Civil Engineers (ICE)
  • Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET)
  • Institution of Environmental Sciences (IES)
  • Institution of Mechanical Engineers (IMechE)
  • Institution of Structural Engineers (IStructE)
  • National School of Health Care Science
  • Royal Aeronautical Society (RAeS)
  • Royal College of Occupational Therapists (RCOT)
  • Royal Geographical Society (with IBG)
  • Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS)
  • Royal Institution of Naval Architects (RINA)
  • Royal Society of Biology (RSB)
  • Royal Society of Chemistry (RSC)
  • Royal Statistical Society (RSS)
  • Society of British and International Design (SBID)


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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 University of Southampton's affiliations and memberships; feel free to submit any relevant missing higher education-related organizations this university is affiliated with.

  • Association of Commonwealth Universities (ACU)
  • European University Association (EUA)
  • Conference of European Schools for Advanced Engineering Education and Research (CESAER)
  • Russell Group
  • Universities UK
  • Worldwide Universities Network (WUN)

Academic Structure

Introduction

Academic divisions can provide valuable insights into the range of fields of study and disciplines 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 University of Southampton '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

uniRank publishes brief reviews, rankings and metrics of some University of Southampton's social media channels as a starting point for comparison and an additional selection tool for potential applicants.


Facebook Facebook

University of Southampton's Facebook page University of Southampton's official Facebook page

Twitter X (Twitter)

University of Southampton's X (formerly Twitter) page University of Southampton's official Twitter page

YouTube YouTube

University of Southampton's YouTube channel University of Southampton's official YouTube channel

Instagram Instagram

University of Southampton's Instagram page University of Southampton's official Instagram channel

LinkedIn LinkedIn

University of Southampton's main LinkedIn profile

TikTok TikTok

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