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University life is about more than studying; it's about people, new experiences and expanding your social life. Here are just a few of the ways you can make friends, follow your passions and make a difference during your time here.

Group of happy fresher students at a nightclub.

Over 400 clubs and societies
Make connections through 40 international societies
More than 2,500 volunteering opportunities

Explore your Students' Union

Our Students' Union (SUSU) sits at the heart of campus life. It's run by students, for students. The main SUSU building sits on Highfield Campus, but the union has social spaces, services and events across our campuses.

Your global union

The Students’ Union has societies for all regions of the world. Whether you want to speak to someone from home, or experience a new culture, there’s lots going on.

SUSU international societies

Practise your faith

Feel at home in our on-campus faith centre and prayer room. You can meet others through SUSU's faith societies or connect locally with our city's diverse faith communities.

Visit our Faith and Reflection Centre

Make a difference with us

There are so many ways to get involved and give back to the community during your time at Southampton. Our volunteering bank has a wealth of opportunities.

Get involved

Our students are here to help you

The best people to answer your questions about life at Southampton are our students. Feel free to get in touch if there's anything you're unsure about.

Ask our students

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