Getting here
Let us know how you’ll be travelling to us when you book so we can send details on how to get here in your confirmation email. If you’re coming by car, we’ll allocate you a parking location and provide directions. Let us know if you need accessible parking when you book.
Once our pre-booked car parks are full, you'll be directed to city centre car parks. You can use the free Unilink shuttle buses to help you get between campuses, to car parks, and to Southampton Central train station in the city centre. Show your open day programme or email confirmation to use the shuttle buses.
In-person open day events
Open days are a great way to see our campuses and get a feel for what it's like to study here. You'll have time to:
- attend subject talks and chat about your options with our academics
- tour our campuses and talk with students to hear what it's like to study here
- visit our accommodation to get a feel for what it's like to live in halls
- learn about the support we offer
Subject talks and demonstrations
Our academics will give subject talks, and current students will help showcase some of our workshops, labs and studios. Check the programme for details and times.
You'll get the chance to:
- attend a subject talk and hear directly from our expert academics
- explore the available study pathways and how you'll learn on the course
- find out about career options available in your subject area
- visit lab and studio demonstrations to give you a taste of hands-on learning
- have an informal chat with our academic experts and ask any questions you have
Open day dates
Campus tours
These are a great opportunity to explore life on campus and the unique study spaces and facilities for your subject. You'll visit the libraries, study areas, labs and workshops as well as our sports facilities, food and drink cafés and social spaces.
As well as our main Highfield campus, you may need to visit one of our specialist campuses for your subject of interest. Boldrewood and Avenue are both just a short walk away or you can use the shuttle buses to travel between campuses.
Support available
Learn about the support available to you as a student. You'll hear about the student hub, disability and wellbeing support, careers, sport and more.
Travel bursariesWe understand that travel costs can be a barrier when you attend a University event. We offer travel bursaries of up to £100 to help you to cover these costs.Explore eligibility and apply- Visit our accommodationSee some student accommodation at our nearby halls of residence. We'll also explain the different kinds of rooms you can choose, as well as the locations and costs.Explore our halls
- Chat with studentsLearn first-hand from current undergraduates what it's like to be a University of Southampton student. Get their top tips for applying, living and studying here.Explore student life
