One of the top research universities in the U.K., the University of Southampton is best-known for its innovative learning system. The university is a founding member of the Russell Group of research-intensive universities. Originating from Hartley Institution in 1862, Southampton got the university status in 1952.
The University of Southampton offers undergraduate, postgraduate and foundation year courses in various disciplines. The different departments of the university include the Faculty of Arts and Humanities, Faculty of Engineering and Physical Sciences, Faculty of Environmental and Life Sciences, Faculty of Medicine and the Faculty of Social Sciences. Apart from the core subjects, Southampton also offers some exclusive areas of study including audiology, acoustical engineering, archaeology, criminology, optoelectronics, and gerontology.
The university has seven campuses; amongst them, five are in Southampton itself and the other two are in Winchester and Malaysia, respectively. Highfields is the main campus of the University of Southampton. Notably, Southampton is a vibrant city with enormous opportunities. All the seven campuses of the University of Southampton boast of world-class infrastructure. The campuses maintain the most optimized environs for advanced learning. There are hi-tech laboratories, art studios, and libraries on the campuses. The university comprises highly-experienced faculty members who are from the academia as well as respective industries. Further, Southampton maintains collaborations with the leading universities and institutions across the world for student exchange and study-abroad programs.
University of Southampton Rankings
- #101-150 Universities Rankings - ARWU (Shanghai Ranking) 2020
- #90 World University Ranking - QS 2021
- #127 University Ranking - THE (Times Higher Education) 2021
- #17 University Ranking (UK) - The Complete University Guide 2021
- #23 University Rankings - The Guardian 2021
- #97 Global Universities - US News & World Report 2021
Why University of Southampton?
- University offer a wide variety of rooms in our halls of residence to suit every student's needs and budget
- University have a total of ten halls of residence
- Students can choose from two catering options available at halls of residence - part-catered or self-catered. Part-catered means that during term-time student would get breakfast and a main meal later in the day, on weekdays only (Monday - Friday)
- Guaranteed accommodation is offered to international students who are registered for full- time program
- University offer various facilities to students like common rooms, laundrettes, computer rooms, barbeque and social areas and much more
- Accommodation fee includes utilities like gas, water, electricity, wi-fi
University of Southampton Tuition Fees
Courses | Duration | Tuition Fees |
---|---|---|
Medicine and HealthCare (1 Courses) | 5 year | GBP 38315 |
MBA (1 Courses) | 1 year | GBP 23500 |
Engineering (6 Courses) | 1 Year - 3 Year | GBP 19725 - GBP 22760 |
Science (13 Courses) | 1 Year - 3 Year | GBP 26850 |
Arts (3 Courses) | 3 year | GBP 18520 - GBP 22760 |
Law (1 Courses) | 3 year | GBP 18520 |
Media Films (2 Courses) | 1 Year - 3 Year | GBP 18520 - GBP 19580 |
Information Technology (IT) (2 Courses) | 1 year | GBP 18630 - GBP 20550 |
Banking & Finance (2 Courses) | 1 year | GBP 19400 - GBP 21000 |
Management (4 Courses) | 1 Year - 3 Year | GBP 17800 - GBP 18520 |
University of Southampton Entry Requirements
Courses | Exam |
---|---|
Arts | IELTS |
Banking & Finance | IELTS , PTE |
Engineering | IELTS , PTE |
Information Technology (IT) | IELTS , PTE |
Law | IELTS |
Management | IELTS , PTE |
MBA | IELTS , PTE |
Media Films | IELTS |
Medicine and HealthCare | IELTS , TOEFL , PTE |
Science | IELTS , PTE |
University of Southampton English language test scores accepted
To be considered for admission, international applicants are required to demonstrate a certain level of English language proficiency. At the University of Southampton, language requirements are established in proficiency bands.
Test Name | Band A | Band B | Band C | Band D | Band E | Band F | Band G | Band H | Band I |
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IELTS | 6.0 | 6.5 | 6.5 | 6.5 | 6.5 | 7.0 | 7.0 | 7.0 | 7.0 |
PTE | 51 | 62 | 62 | 62 | 62 | 70 | 70 | 70 | 70 |
TOEFL-iBT | 82 | 92 | 92 | 92 | 92 | 100 | 100 | 100 | 100 |
CPE | 180 | 185 | 185 | 185 | 185 | 185 | 185 | 185 | 185 |