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Waiting for your moment? Choose a university that's a founding member of the Russell Group, and ranked in the top 15 in the UK (Complete University Guide, 2027).
Our research has real-world impact and shapes everything we teach. At Southampton, you'll learn from academics tackling some of the world's most complex challenges.
We'll help you thrive in a fast-changing global jobs market, with opportunities designed to launch your career, including:
We're committed to helping you reach your potential, from guaranteed accommodation for Clearing students to 24/7 wellbeing support, 365 days a year. Apply for halls by 17 August – see website for T&Cs..
Highfield Campus is our main campus and the heart of the University. It's home to:
Our accommodation offers affordable living, with all-inclusive rents and unlimited travel (Unilink bus pass in Southampton halls only).
We are investing £400m in our campuses, creating flexible learning spaces, stronger industry links, and a campus designed to support how you study, socialise, and grow.
You'll join a global community of 26,000 students, including 9,000 international students from 140 countries. Southampton is a diverse city full of art, culture, sport, and vibrant nightlife.
Our art students are based at Winchester School of Art, a short bus ride away.

Is this the uni for you? Give its Clearing hotline a ring.
Guaranteed accommodation for students who apply through Clearing, just apply for your halls by 17 August (see website for T&Cs).
offer holders will be invited to our virtual Clearing event on Friday 14 August and Clearing Open Day on Saturday 15 August.
Get ready by checking our course vacancies again before your results day, keep a note of our phone number, and have our Clearing vacancies webpage loaded.
The moment ''what if'' becomes ''what's next''.
Whether you're considering your options ahead of results day, changing your mind about your course or applying to university for the first time, there are so many possibilities and opportunities ahead!
Visit our website to search course vacancies.
Our course listings will be updated again for A level results day, so as you've got your results apply online or call us to apply!
Sign up to Clearing alerts to find out everything you need to know about Clearing, hear about ways to visit the University (in person and virtually), and get updates on our course vacancies.
Or check our advice page to get the support you need to make the best decision for your future.
If you're feeling a bit of anticipation and nervousness about getting your results in the summer, we're thinking of you. Good luck!
Find out what happens after you've applied for a course in Clearing on our FAQs, including:
Already got your results?
Search course vacancies and entry requirements, apply online or call us on +44 (0)23 8059 4732 9am to 5pm, Monday to Friday, UK time.
Getting your results on A level results day (13 August)?
Call us on 0333 733 1811
Our Clearing hotline will open on:
Thursday 13 August, 8am - 9pm
Friday 14 August, 8am – 6pm
Saturday 15 August, 10am – 4pm
Sunday 16 August, 10am - 4pm
Sign up to Clearing alerts to find out everything you need to know.
Want to learn more?
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