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in the UK
The Times and The Sunday Times Good University Guide 2026
52nd
in the world
TIME: World's Top Universities 2026
92%
of our research environment is world-leading or internationally excellent
Research Excellence Framework 2021
140+
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    AI fluency for every student

    The University of Southampton will become the UK’s first to unveil essential AI training for undergraduates, with courses introduced for all students this year.

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MEng Civil Engineering student
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I am proud of how I've thrown myself into every opportunity that has arisen during my time in Southampton.

This has made my time at university feel worthwhile, and I am happy with how I've developed as a person.
Harry
BEng Civil Engineering, 2026
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