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Study at Southampton

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As a top 15 UK university, we offer a variety of innovative degrees and courses across 65 subject areas. As well as full time on-campus learning, we also offer other convenient study options such as online, evening and CPD courses.

  • A top 15 UK university

    We're ranked 15th in The Times and The Sunday Times Good University Guide 2021.

  • High quality teaching and learning

    We were awarded a Silver rating in the 2018 Teaching Excellence Framework.

  • Outstanding job prospects

    94% of graduates enter employment or further study according to the 2020 Complete University Guide.

Your study options

Undergraduate study
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Undergraduate study

Explore our wide range of degree courses and Foundation Year programmes for undergraduate students. You can also find out how much you’ll pay, how to apply and what your accommodation options are.
Postgraduate taught study
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Postgraduate taught study

At Southampton, we offer more than 200 postgraduate and master’s degrees. You can also find out how to apply, how much you’ll pay and what funding options are available to you.
PhDs and research degrees
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PhDs and research degrees

Change the world by studying for your research degree at Southampton. Explore our range of research projects, submit your own proposal or get in contact with a PhD supervisor.
Explore our subject areas
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Explore our subject areas

At Southampton we teach and conduct research in 30 subject areas. Find out how we’re changing the world by exploring our research, facilities and courses for undergraduate and postgraduate students.
Pre-sessional English courses
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Pre-sessional English courses

If needed, these courses will help you to meet the English language requirements that you'll need to study at Southampton.
Exchanges and studying abroad

Exchanges and studying abroad

Discover the opportunities available for you to work or study abroad as part of your course. Each year we also welcome many exchange students from all over the world.
Summer schools
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Summer schools

If you’re a Year 12 student interested in studying at Southampton, our summer schools can give you a taste of university life and experience in your chosen subject area.
Continuing Professional Development
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Continuing Professional Development

Our CPD modules, courses and programmes help you to keep up to date with changing trends and maximise your effectiveness in the workplace.
Lunchtime, evening and weekend courses
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Lunchtime, evening and weekend courses

Whether you're looking to study for career development, personal enjoyment or move into higher education, we offer a variety of courses that fit around your schedule.
Online courses
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Online courses

Our online courses are offered across several different platforms and can be studied at home, from anywhere in the world at a time that suits you.
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Get a prospectus

Discover everything that Southampton has to offer with our latest prospectus or subject brochures. You can download digital versions or have a printed one sent to your home address.
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