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University of Surrey

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Founded in 1966, the University of Surrey is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the suburban setting of the small city of Guildford (population range of 50,000-249,999 inhabitants), South East England. Officially recognized/chartered by the Privy Council, University of Surrey is a large-sized (uniRank enrollment range: 10,000-14,999 students) coeducational UK higher education institution. University of Surrey 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 57-year-old UK higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on students' past academic records and grades. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment. University of Surrey 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, online courses and distance learning opportunities, as well as administrative services.

University Snapshot

Control

University of Surrey's Control Typepublic

Entity

University of Surrey's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

University of Surrey' Size by Total Enrollmentlarge-sized

Selectivity

University of Surrey's Selectivity by Acceptance Ratenot reported

University Identity

Name
Acronym
Founded 1966 Origins date back to 1891 as Battersea Polytechnic Institute
Colours Dark blue and gold

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University Location

Address Senate House, Stag Hill Campus
Guildford
GU2 7XH South East England
United Kingdom
University of Surrey's location map and satellite view Location Map and Satellite View
University of Surrey Phone Number +44 (1483) 300 800
University of Surrey Fax Number +44 (1483) 689 525

Fields of Study / Degree Levels

Introduction

What is the difference between 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 Surrey'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 Surrey's academic range and degree level offering.



University of Surrey: Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix
PreBach
degrees		 Bachelor
degrees		 Master
degrees		 Doctoral
degrees

 
 
 
 
A&H
L&C
B&S
M&H
S&T
Eng

Notice: please contact or visit the university website for detailed information on University of Surrey's areas of study and degree levels currently offered; the above matrix may not be complete or up-to-date.

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 University of Surrey'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 Surrey.

University of Surrey: 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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Notice: please contact the university's Admission Office for detailed information on University of Surrey's yearly tuition fees which apply to your specific situation and study interest; tuition fees may vary by program, citizenship/residency, study mode (i.e. face to face or online, part time or full time), as well as other factors. The above matrix is indicative only and may not be up-to-date.

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 Surrey's admission information.

University of Surrey's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

This institution admits Men and Women (coed).


University of Surrey's Admission Selection Admission Selection

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


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

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


University of Surrey's International Students Admission International Students Admission

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

University of Surrey has more than 5300 international students.

University of Surrey's Admission Office Admission Office

Registry, University of Surrey
Guildford GU2 7XH
(1483) 300 800
(1483) 682 222

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Notice: admission policy and acceptance rate may vary by areas of study, degree level, student nationality or residence and other criteria. Please contact University of Surrey's Admission Office for detailed information on their admission selection policy and acceptance rate; the above information may not be complete or up-to-date.

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 University of Surrey.

University of Surrey's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

University of Surrey has an enrollment range of 10,000-14,999 students making it a large-sized institution.


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

This institution has a range of 800-899 academic employees (Faculty).


University of Surrey's Control Type Control Type

University of Surrey is a public higher education institution.


University of Surrey's Entity Type Entity Type

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


University of Surrey's Campus Setting Campus Setting

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


University of Surrey's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

This institution adopts a Semesters type of academic calendar.


Religious Affiliation

University of Surrey does not have any religious affiliation.


Facilities and Services

Introduction

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


University Facilities

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


University of Surrey's Library University Library

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


University of Surrey's Housing University Housing

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


University of Surrey'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 Surrey's main services:


University of Surrey'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 Surrey's Study Abroad Study Abroad

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

University of Surrey's Distance Learning Distance Learning

This institution provides a distance learning mode for certain programs or courses.


University of Surrey's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

Not reported

University of Surrey's Career Services Career Services

Not reported


Notice: please contact or visit the university website for detailed information on University of Surrey's facilities and services; the information above is indicative only and may not be complete or up-to-date.

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 Surrey's Recognition or Accreditation Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

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

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation

1966


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

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

  • Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA)
  • Association of MBAs (AMBA)
  • Association for Nutrition (AfN)
  • Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB International)
  • BCS, the Chartered Institute for IT
  • British Dietetic Association (BDA)
  • British Psychological Society (BPS)
  • 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)
  • Council for Dance, Drama and Musical Theatre (CDMT)
  • Institute of Biomedical Science (IBMS)
  • Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales (ICAEW)
  • Institute of Chartered Accountants in Scotland (ICAS)
  • Institute of Food Science and Technology (IFST)
  • Institute of Highway Engineers (IHE)
  • 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 Mechanical Engineers (IMechE)
  • Institution of Structural Engineers (IStructE)
  • Royal Aeronautical Society (RAeS)
  • Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons (RCVS)
  • Royal Society of Biology (RSB)
  • Royal Society of Chemistry (RSC)


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Important: the above section is intended to include only those reputable organizations (e.g. Ministries or Departments of Higher Education) that have the legal authority to officially charter, license, register or, more generally, recognize University of Surrey as a whole (institutional legal recognition), accredit the institution as a whole (institutional accreditation) or accredit its specific programs/courses (programmatic accreditation).

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 Surrey'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)
  • Universities UK

Academic Structure

Introduction

Most higher education institutions' first-level academic divisions are, depending on the country, one of the following...


  • Colleges
  • Faculties
  • Schools
  • Institutes
  • Academies
  • Departments
  • Divisions
  • Centers

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. 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.

Academic Structure

uniRank shows a structural diagram of the first-level academic divisions of the University of Surrey '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 Surrey's social media channels as a starting point for comparison and an additional selection tool for potential applicants.


Facebook Facebook

University of Surrey's Facebook page review University of Surrey's official Facebook page

Twitter X (Twitter)

University of Surrey's X (formerly Twitter) page review University of Surrey's official Twitter page

YouTube YouTube

University of Surrey's YouTube channel review University of Surrey's official YouTube channel

Instagram Instagram

University of Surrey's Instagram page review University of Surrey's official Instagram channel

LinkedIn LinkedIn

University of Surrey's main LinkedIn profile

TikTok TikTok

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Free Online Courses

Open Education Global Open Education Global

This higher education institution is not a member of the Open Education Global (OEGlobal) organization that is developing, implementing and supporting free open education and free online courses. View a list of Open Education Global members by country.


Wikipedia

Wikipedia Article Wikipedia Article

University of Surrey's Wikipedia article

Video Presentation

N.A.; please submit an official University of Surrey general video presentation.


University Website

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Site last updated: Thursday, 5 October 2023

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