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Based on a beautiful and vibrant campus, The University of Surrey provides exceptional teaching and practical learning to inspire and equip students for personal and professional success.
The University is spread over three sites with the following faculties:
The University prepares their students for the world of work, and many take up the opportunity to do Professional Training placements as a part of their degree.
The Higher Education Statistics Agency recently reported that 93% of Surrey’s 2017 graduates were in work or further education six months after they graduated. In the QS World Employability Rankings 2019, Surrey has also been ranked 1st in the UK and 7th in the world for work placements and research partnerships with employers.
Surrey was recognised as an ‘outstanding’ institution when it received a prestigious Gold award in the first ever Teaching Excellence Framework.
Set in the bustling town of Guildford in the heart of the southeast of England, the campus is just a 10-minute stroll from Guildford town centre, which is alive with bars, restaurants and cafes. There is a frequent bus service between campus and the main railway station, running into the early hours of the morning.
University of Surrey students on Whatuni say:
“Engaging course and great people.”
“Great campus and there are a wide range of cultures. It is interesting to get to know different people.”
“My course covers a lot of interesting material; the facilities are well equipped.”
The University has an outstanding record for graduate employability, with 93% of Surrey's 2017 graduates finding a job or going into further education within six months of graduating, according to the Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA). Out of 497 institutions, Surrey was ranked 18th in the UK and 131-140 in the world for overall employability (QS World Employability Rankings 2019).
Students are encouraged to take up a year in industry with one of the University's 2,300 placement partners. The University also has close links to a large number of international universities and companies, for those of you wishing to experience life abroad for one or two semesters.
The Employability and Careers Centre is available to help students and recent graduates with any career-related advice, including guidance interviews and drop in appointments, where interview practice and CV help is given. Careers fairs, inspirational talks and workshops are also available for you to take advantage of.
University of Surrey students on Whatuni say:
“Good placement opportunities.”
“Lots of help and resources for placements and employment.”
“Very helpful with finding placements. A lot of support, preparation and workshops.”
Courses are usually made up of lectures, seminars and workshops, combining academic learning with independent study. Students are typically assessed through exams, essays, practical work and presentations.
Personal and professional development is embedded at the heart of students' learning experience too. Many courses include a professional training year, where you'll have the opportunity to either work on placement in a company, or study and work abroad. Students are well-supported throughout their placements and some receive job offers from their placement company as a direct result of successful performance.
Teaching using the latest relevant technology, Surrey's lecturers are passionate and specialised in their field of study and have been praised in student reviews for their enthusiasm and commitment to teaching.
University of Surrey students on Whatuni say:
“Enthusiastic lecturers who clearly love the subject and well informed.”
“Lecturers are very knowledgeable, helpful and approachable.”
“My teachers are really helpful.”
Independent from the University, the Students' Union at Surrey is run by a team of five enthusiastic and dedicated elected student officers, who focus their energy on bringing you the best possible student experience.
There are four zones making up the Union: Voice, Activity, Support and Community. These four teams work together to represent your needs and make sure that your time at the University is fulfilling and memorable.
University of Surrey students on Whatuni say:
“Organises a lot of trips.”
“I think our SU represents us very well and the union facilities are very nice.”
“They do a good job representing students.”
The University’s accommodation is grouped in friendly communities across campus, so you can make friends, find support and enjoy your home away from home. There are more than 5,000 rooms in self-catered housing to suit different budgets, and most bedrooms have an en-suite bathroom.
There is 24/7 security on all sites, and the University of Surrey was voted top for security in the Times Higher Education 2018.
The largest housing site is based at Manor Park, where facilities include a café and easy access to the Surrey Sports Park.
If you'd prefer to live outside of the university walls and in the town centre, the Accommodation Office can help you find the right place to live.
University of Surrey students on Whatuni say:
“Good, clean, updated accommodation (I lived in Twyford).”
“Stag Hill Count - amazing as near uni and town. They have common kitchens and accommodation facilities depend on the band of prices.”
“On campus is definitely the place to be. Nothing beats the proximity to just about everything you need. The housing itself is pretty decent and definitely cheaper than living off campus.”
The University takes pride and invests heavily in its facilities. They’ve recently invested £16 million into the Library, ensuring that you have access to a modern learning environment.
As a Surrey student, you'll benefit from discounted membership to Surrey Sports Park. The £36m facility boasts a £500,000 gym, an indoor climbing centre, a spinning studio, a 50m Olympic-standard swimming pool and 10 grass pitches.
There is also a modern performing arts space. Created primarily for theatre and performance students, the Ivy Arts Centre has a 200-seat theatre, two studios, dressing rooms, a costume making room, a foyer and bar. The Centre offers a wide range of classes and groups, and hosts concerts and performances throughout the year.
University of Surrey students on Whatuni say:
“I think the facilities are very good.”
“The library is furnished in a modern style, great places to get food, campus well laid out.”
“Really helpful, especially library facilities.”
The University is a 10-minute walk from the centre of town, with a frequent bus service running late into the night. Alive with bars, restaurants, and a huge variety of shops, you’ll quickly find something to excite you. For the avid music fan, movie buff, or even swimmer, Guildford is home to a cinema, lido, many music venues and three theatres.
If you’re struck by a moment of wanderlust and want to travel, Guildford is the perfect base from which to explore, with great road, rail and air connections. And you’ll be just 35 minutes away from the UK’s largest international airports, Heathrow and Gatwick, and on a direct train line between Portsmouth and London Waterloo.
University of Surrey students on Whatuni say:
“Pleasant town and safe community.”
“The city is a great place to go shopping or have dinner with friends in the wide range of restaurants in town. There are some clubs and parties too.”
University is the ideal opportunity to break out of your comfort zone and find a new hobby, or pursue an existing passion with like-minded people. Societies are made up of groups of students interested in a common theme – maybe you all love baking, share a geographical location or have similar religious views.
Whether you want to share in the magic of Harry Potter or reckon the Archery society may just hit the mark, joining one of the University’s 130+ societies (or starting your own) will help you make friends and memories for life.
University of Surrey students on Whatuni say:
“Brilliant!”
“Wide range available.”
“Inclusive and enjoyable.”
On the Stag Hill site, you'll find the Student Services Centre, which is there to help you with any general non-academic queries, advice and guidance. There is also an on-campus Centre for Wellbeing with a dedicated team of nurses and advisors ready to give support and advice on anything from mental health issues to leading a healthy lifestyle.
The University of Surrey also has its own GP surgery, support for disabled students, a multi-faith chaplaincy, advisers for international students and Student Life Mentoring, a programme that assigns a mentor to new students living in university accommodation. Student reviews have also praised the level of academic support from tutors and lecturers.
University of Surrey students on Whatuni say:
“Lots of feedback from academic staff.”
“Wellbeing centre is really useful.”
“I had an issue with my student finance and the uni very much helped me when I started to panic about it.”
Full information on the University’s fees can be found on their website.
The University of Surrey is committed to making sure that they offer support to students who might need it. Bursaries and scholarships are among the most competitive in the country, with both merit-based and means-tested awards available.
For information on bursaries and scholarships and eligibility criteria please visit the University of Surrey website.
Engineering
Home to the one of the world’s first research centres dedicated to mobile communications and future internet technologies, the University of Surrey has a huge focus on engineering. They are ranked in the top three for electrical and electronic engineering by the Guardian University Guide 2019.
Hospitality and Tourism
A leading centre for both research and teaching, Surrey’s School of Hospitality and Tourism Management was ranked 2nd for hospitality, leisure, recreation and tourism in the Complete University Guide 2019 and top five for hospitality and leisure management in the QS World University Rankings 2018.
Biomedical Sciences
Surrey is one of the UK’s leading universities for biomedical science courses, and aims to give you a broad and varied understanding of the subject through academic teaching and practical work. You'll be taught by some of the leading academics within the University, as well as have access to 24-hour computer suites and extensive teaching laboratories.
Business
Business students at Surrey study a mixture of compulsory and specialist optional modules. As part of their course, students have also taken up placements with companies such as Marks and Spencer’s, Sony and Aldi.
Entry requirements for all degree courses can be found on the relevant course page.
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What's it like to study at this institution? Current students and alumni share their opinion…
VIEW 582 REVIEWSLove the campus and the people who go here, but hate my course! The university management need to start putting students above making more money by increasing intake by 1000 per year, as this is already starting to have a negative impact on student satisfaction meaning that they are likely to fall
Awful social, housing is terrible but teaching is
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