Centre for Biological Sciences

International students

Welcoming students from all over the world

Welcoming students from all over the world

With a global reputation for quality research, a network of partnerships across the world and students from over 100 countries, the University is an international institution. With a lively campus life and excellent facilities, it’s also a great place to study.

Biological Sciences leading research work means that we are in professional contact with a range of universities and other institutions overseas.

Many of our staff have lived and studied in other countries, and we understand that choosing to study abroad can be a big step. We offer a range of support to help you enjoy your time at Southampton to the full.

Choosing Southampton to study

We are a leading Centre in a prestigious British university with an outstanding location on the South Coast of England.

Finding somewhere to live

We can offer comfortable and secure accommodation in our halls of residence, often guaranteed for your whole course.

Sharing our students’ experiences

Read interviews with some of our international undergraduate and postgraduate students.

Meeting one of our representatives

You may be able to meet a University representative in your own country to find out more about us – see our schedule of visits.

“When you come to Southampton, you will find that Biological Sciences is a friendly community with a long tradition of welcoming students and researchers from other countries.”

Dr Thomas Papenbrock, International Support Tutor

Key features

  • The University of Southampton is ranked as 15th in the UK by The Times Good University Guide 2010. It is among the top 100 universities worldwide (Times Higher World University Rankings 2009).

  • Whichever country you come from (including EU countries), we have specialist staff ready to help with your entry to the UK.

  • Biological Science's has its own International Support Team and a pioneering, student-led International Representatives Scheme

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