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The University of Southampton
MedicineUndergraduate study

Facilities

As an undergraduate you will benefit from the world-class research facilities, educational resources and amenities that make Southampton one of the best learning environments in the UK.

Wider University facilities

The University’s continued investment in research facilities, totalling £200m over four years, has resulted in a number of state-of-the-art buildings. These include the award-winning EEE building, interdisciplinary Mountbatten Building and the Life Sciences Building, which opened in September 2010.

We also have an enviable library service, with five libraries offering a total of 2.6 million publications and a wide range of online resources as well as dedicated study areas and IT facilities.

Information and advice

The Student Services Centre is the central point of contact for all student queries. A dedicated team of trained advisors provides up-to-date advice and information about accommodation, enrolment, exams, fees, funding, graduation and ID cards.

Access to IT

All of our campuses and halls of residence are equipped with state-of-the-art computer facilities. These include high-speed wireless internet access, network points for laptops and public workstations.

Students with a disability, specific learning difficulty or chronic medical condition can take advantage of our specialist equipment and assistive technology. Contact us to get help and advice with student services provision.

Culture and nightlife

The Southampton University Students’ Union (SUSU), located at Highfield Campus, is the hub of the University social scene. SUSU is led by students for the benefit and interest of students. It's here to represent your voice on issues at local, national and international level. It has fantastic facilities and services which provide a thriving social scene for all our different communities of students. All SUSU members also have access to free and confidential advice and support.

Well-connected

The Unilink bus service provides a quick connection for the city’s shops, marinas, bars and restaurants. They also serve the airport, coach and main train stations.

Throughout your training you will have access to a full range of Faculty and University facilities. These include a well-resourced Centre for Learning Anatomical Sciences, clinical skills areas, computer suites and newly refurbished lecture theatres with state-of-the-art audio-visual equipment. As a medical student, you will be able to take advantage of exciting opportunities for inter-professional learning, which will be invaluable as you prepare to join the healthcare teams of the future.

Key facts

There are five libraries based around the University to satisfy all of your academic needs.

All of our campuses and halls of residence are equipped with state of the art computer facilities that are available to all students.

If you have a disability, specific learning difficulty or chronic medical condition, we have specialist equipment and assistive technology. 

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