Gabriela Adela - PhD Applied Linguistics (Computer Assisted Languages Learning)The life of a research PhD student is very independent, you have to be organised and disciplined since, ultimately, it is yourself who dictates the pace of the investigation.
Mark Aldridge - BA Film and English, MA and PhD Film StudiesThe support offered by the university stood me in good stead for my career following my studies. Since leaving I have delivered papers at several international conferences and published two books.
Bradley Barnes - BA History, MRes HistoryI have loved absolutely every minute of my degree programme. Not only has the programme allowed me to pursue a passion, it has also nurtured my own personal development, both as a ‘historian’ and as an individual.
Gareth Beale - PhD ArchaeologyThe University of Southampton is well known for archaeology and it was an exciting prospect to be working in a world-class research environment involved in so many fantastic projects.
Jenny Bunker - MA AestheticsThe postgraduate community is small but lively, with a vigorous fortnightly MPhil/PhD research group which provides an opportunity to present work-in-progress to a critical but encouraging audience.
Tony Burgess - MA Maritime ArchaeologyI saw the Mary Rose as a schoolboy not long after it was raised and to go back and see so many of the 19,000 or so artefacts was wonderful.
Catriona Cooper - MPhil ArchaeologyHaving completed my undergraduate and MSc degrees here I enjoyed working in Archaeology and it had access to all the resources I would need for a MPhil.
Alex Cunningham - MA Jewish History and CultureThe most enjoyable part of my degree is the opportunity to undertake original research with a group of people who are equally as passionate about the subject.
Doris Dippold - MPhil/PhD Applied LinguisticsLinguistics is extremely interesting and a wide subject, offering a wide array of areas to explore. A thoroughly worthwhile endeavour, and one that, if you also use all the opportunities open to you to develop your transferable skills, offers good chances to find employment both within and outside of academia.
Patrick Dresch - MA in Maritime ArchaeologyThe MA made me aware of many different aspects of maritime archaeology that I had not previously been aware of and helped me focus the questions I needed to ask to learn more.
John Ellis - PhD HistoryI’m having to learn to express my research in a way which satisfies the demanding academic standards. But my supervisor is very supportive and I’m enjoying getting to grips with the subject. I would encourage anyone to consider taking a PhD in a subject that really interests them. It’s incredibly stimulating and very rewarding.
Karen Fielder - PhD HistoryWhen the PhD is over, I’m hoping to use the skills I’ve learned through work and study in an area such as heritage consultancy.
Clara Fuquen-Gomez - PhD ArchaeologyThe Centre for Maritime Archaeology is recognised worldwide as a pioneering centre for education and research in the field.
Denise Greenfield - PhD EnglishAs a postgraduate student, I enjoy having a bit more flexibility in how I study, and I especially enjoy the independence I’m given to explore different avenues in my research.
Hossein K. Hadisi - PhD Music CompositionI chose the University of Southampton due to its excellent reputation, high rankings and the professors teaching here. This is one of the top universities for music research and composition in the UK.
Daniel Hickin - MA and PhD Film StudiesI knew Southampton has a great reputation for the subject, it’s easily one of the best universities in the country with amazing staff such as Tim Bergfelder, Lucy Mazdon and Michael Williams and I’ve never regretted my choice
George Holloway - PhD MusicThe best part of the degree is the supervisions, as well as the interaction and idea-sharing with other students and staff.
Chu-Ying Liu - PhD Film StudiesThe UK offered me a great experience with its outstanding history and solid academic development. Southampton is ranked among the top 100 universities in the world. It is a perfect place for people who are looking for an academic career.
Kelsey Miller - MA PhilosophyI love that I have the opportunity to debate philosophical issues with people who share my belief in their importance to the world.
Jeremy Page - BA Philosophy, MA Philosophy (part-time)I enjoy the freedom I have to map out my own path in Philosophy, I also benefit from the broad base of expertise possessed by the staff from which I am able to draw on whichever path I choose
Alican Pamir - PhD Film StudiesI think, the best research in the area of film studies is in the UK and the best academic centre among them all is at the University of Southampton. The decisive factor for me was that my area of interest was also shared by authoritative figures of the field making up the department’s academic staff.
Sara Perry - PhD ArchaeologySouthampton has a history of pushing the boundaries on the scope of the discipline, and my work sits within this vein.
Alma Rodriguez-Tsuda - PhD LinguisticsI’m definitely enjoying the work and appreciate all the support I get from the staff here, it’s very motivating.
Karen Ruebens - PhD ArchaeologyWe socialise a lot, which is an important aspect of doing a PhD because you can get quite isolated, so it was nice to have that community to support you.
Claudia Sandberg - PhD Film StudiesKnowing about the university systems both in the US and in Germany, I find studying in the UK more demanding and more rewarding. I have enjoyed tremendous support and advice by my supervisor, advisor and other members of staff, which I think I would not have received elsewhere. This has helped me grow as a person and as a researcher.
Zubair Shafiq Jatoi - PhD Film StudiesI chose the University of Southampton because it is a world class university and secondly it is ranked as number one in film studies in UK.
Ingrid Stigsdotter - PhD Film StudiesI chose to study for a PhD at Southampton because of the expertise offered in areas relevant to my topic of research, which involves exploring cultural and linguistic differences in the reception of contemporary European cinema.
Sheila Thomas - MRes HistoryMy specific area of research also means that I have close contacts with other disciplines within the University.
Scott Tucker - PhD ArchaeologyMeeting and interacting on a daily basis with people from a wide variety of nationalities and backgrounds makes for a very unique research environment with a diverse range of topics and geographical regions. The exposure to these areas of research was among the best parts of the programme.
Dan Varndell - PhD Film and EnglishThis is the best place for me, working alongside inspirational staff. I’m not saying I’ll never leave, but another university would have to be pretty special to beat Southampton.
Alexandra Walker - BA Archaeology, MA Archaeology, PhD ArchaeologyIt’s great to be part of such a vibrant community of researchers with a real passion for archaeology.
Thomas Wallace - BA English, MA Creative WritingThe English department are really friendly, helpful and passionate about their fields of interest. As a course rep last year I was a part of board of school meetings where it became clear how focused the staff are in constantly improving English and tackling problems that arise. You always feel that there is someone you can talk to if you have any questions, and tutors are always prompt in replying to emails!
Mike Witcombe - PhD Modern LanguagesIf you want to work in a small but diverse faculty alongside people conducting innovative research, there are few places that can rival Southampton.
Xia Yu - PhD Modern LanguagesSouthampton is very highly regarded and respected for modern languages and the staff are among the best.