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University of Sunderland
Description
The life changing University of Sunderland has over 24,000 students based in campuses on the North East coast, in London and Hong Kong and at its global partnerships with learning institutions in 15 countries. We are proud of our long-established commitment to widening participation, our world-leading research, public and private sector collaborations, and our track-record for providing quality student experiences that result in graduates who are the tomorrow-makers of our societies and economies. The University is focused on ensuring our graduates leave equipped with the knowledge, skills, confidence, and connections to make a positive difference in the wider world.
Top reasons to study here
With endless sands and miles of beautiful coastline, Sunderland’s Seaburn and Roker beaches and their long promenades are ideal for summer walks and taking in the raw beauty of the North East.
Both beaches have once again been awarded the prestigious Blue Flag status in 2022 for their cleanliness and facilities.
Thrill seekers are well catered for as well – Adventure Sunderland is based on the Roker seafront and offers a range of activities from kayaking and canoeing to abseiling and surfing.
- City of Sunderland
- Safety on campus
- Facilities
- Healthy eating and living
- Music & Nightlife
University of Sunderland programs
Business & Management, Business Administration and Management
Business & Management, Finance, Management
Business & Management, Business Studies, Marketing
Business & Management, Business Studies, Human Resource Management (HR)
Accounting, Business & Management, Finance
Business & Management, Marketing
Business & Management, Business Administration and Management
Business & Management, Business Studies, Management, Marketing
Accounting, Business & Management, Finance
Accounting, Business & Management, Finance
Law, Law Sciences
Counseling, Education & Training
Health psychology, Medicine & Health
Education & Training, Educational Psychology
Psychology, Social Sciences
Counseling, Education & Training, Psychology, Social Sciences
Public Policy, Social Sciences
Social Sciences, Sociology
Applied Sciences & Professions, Health Care, Medicine & Health, Social Care
Applied Sciences & Professions, Civic Engagement, Social work, Community work, Volunteering
Applied Sciences & Professions, Civic Engagement, Social work, Community work, Volunteering
Criminology, Social Sciences
Early Years and Childhood Studies, Education & Training
Medicine & Health, Nursing
Medicine & Health, Nursing
Medicine & Health, Nursing
Medicine & Health, Nursing
Medicine & Health, Pharmacy& Pharmacology
Cosmetic Science, Medicine & Health
Medicinal and Biological Chemistry, Natural Sciences & Mathematics
Business & Management, Management, Marketing
Journalism, Journalism & Media
Business & Management, Fashion Marketing, Journalism, Journalism & Media
Hospitality, Leisure & Sports, Journalism, Journalism & Media, Sports Sciences
Biological Sciences& Bioscience, Biology, Natural Sciences & Mathematics
Chemistry, Natural Sciences & Mathematics
Business Information Systems, Computing Systems
Education & Training, Primary Education
Journalism & Media, Media Studies & Mass Media
Business Information Systems, Computer Sciences (CS) & Computer programming
Engineering & Technology, Industrial & Systems Engineering
Business Information Systems, Computing Systems, Engineering & Technology, Industrial & Systems Engineering
Business Information Systems, Cybersecurity, Forensics& Digital Forensics, Social Sciences
Business Information Systems, Computer Games Technology
Business Information Systems, Data Science& Big Data& Data analysis
Business Information Systems, Cybersecurity
Business Information Systems, Computing Systems
Business Information Systems, Computer Sciences (CS) & Computer programming
Business Information Systems, Cybersecurity
Business Information Systems, Data Science& Big Data& Data analysis
Criminal Justice, Law Sciences
Criminal Justice, Criminal Law, Law Sciences, Legal Studies
Criminology, Social Sciences
Criminal Justice, Criminal Law, Law Sciences, Legal Studies
Criminal Justice, Criminal Law, Law Sciences, Legal Studies
Art, Creative, Applied Arts and Design
Creative, Applied Arts and Design, Studio Art
Creative, Applied Arts and Design, Music History, Musical Arts
Humanities, Philosophy & Ethics
Humanities, Philosophy & Ethics
Engineering & Technology, General Engineering & Technology
Electrical Engineering& Electrical Power& Machines Engineering, Electronics & Embedded Technology & Electronic Engineering & Microelectronic Engineering, Engineering & Technology
Electrical Engineering& Electrical Power& Machines Engineering, Electronics & Embedded Technology & Electronic Engineering & Microelectronic Engineering, Engineering & Technology
Engineering & Technology, Manufacturing and Production Engineering
Engineering & Technology, Manufacturing and Production Engineering
Engineering & Technology, Mechanical Engineering
Engineering & Technology, Mechanical Engineering
Engineering & Technology, Manufacturing and Production Engineering
Electrical Engineering& Electrical Power& Machines Engineering, Electronics & Embedded Technology & Electronic Engineering & Microelectronic Engineering, Engineering & Technology
Engineering & Technology, Mechanical Engineering
Automotive & Vehicle Engineering, Engineering & Technology
Business & Management, Engineering Management
Business & Management, Project Management (PMP)
Business & Management, Project Management (PMP)
Cosmetic Science, Medicine & Health
Medicine & Health, Pharmaceutical Biotechnology, Pharmaceutical Sciences
Medicinal and Biological Chemistry, Natural Sciences & Mathematics
Biochemistry, Natural Sciences & Mathematics
Medicine & Health, Pharmacy& Pharmacology
Cosmetic Science, Medicine & Health
Medicine & Health, Pharmaceutical Chemistry, Pharmaceutical Sciences
Medicine & Health, Pharmaceutical Biotechnology
Humanities, Philosophy & Ethics
Humanities, Philosophy & Ethics
Humanities, Writing & Creative Writing
Education & Training, English Literature, English/Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages, General Studies & Classics, Humanities
about University of Sunderland
Overview
The University of Sunderland is a truly life-changing university. We’ve been providing higher education in the city since 1901, and we’re proud to be an innovative, accessible and inspirational university.
History
The University of Sunderland’s vision is to be bold and inspirational in providing education, research and creative practice, which offers transformative experiences to students, staff, communities and business partners in the UK and across the world. Learn more about how the University is managed, from the structure of our Executive Team, to our Strategic Plan.
Education
Our forward-thinking teaching staff, state-of-the-art facilities and strong links to world-renowned companies will provide you with the support you need to embark on your career journey. We have a wide range of academic departments, offering short, undergraduate and postgraduate courses in the arts and creative industries, sciences, computing, engineering and manufacturing, sport, education, law and tourism and more.
Research
Research practice at the University of Sunderland is stitched into the very fabric of the institution. For almost 100 years, researchers at the University have been challenging themselves and their subject in order to improve society across all of its facets – from the early days of pharmacy to the support for heavy industry at its height, through to today’s new sciences and advanced technologies.
Over 70% of published research carried out at the University of Sunderland has been rated as either world-leading or internationally excellent in the 2021 Research Excellence Framework, doubling the proportion of world-leading or internationally excellent research since the REF was last held in 2014.
Career
Our careers and employability service, Sunderland Futures allows students to engage in person or online with employers through employer talks, employability conferences and careers fairs to ensure that they are well placed to make connections with potential employers. We offer a wide selection of experiential opportunities ranging from volunteering, work shadowing, paid projects, Student Ambassador roles, support in finding a student job, professional mentoring and the Sunderland Professional Award (SuPA) to help enhance our students’ future employment prospects.
Alternatively, if a student is a budding entrepreneur, then they may decide to run their own business alongside studying at university. At Sunderland, The Enterprise Place provides support for our students to help them realise their start-up ambition whilst with us and for three years after graduation.
Services
Student services
- facilities
- Library
- Accommodation
- Sports
- Clubs and societies
- Counselling services
- Security
- Well-being
Housing services
Living in a student-friendly city like Sunderland is an amazing experience. We know moving away to university is one of the biggest and most exciting decisions you’ll ever make, and you’ll find a home from home at Sunderland.
We offer a great choice of accommodation for you to choose from and our rent prices include heating, lighting, water, fuel, Wi-Fi and personal possessions insurance.
All of our accommodation is self-catered, with fully equipped kitchens and onsite coin-operated laundry facilities. We understand the importance of having reliable and fast internet connection, and we can guarantee you 50 Mbps, with unlimited downloads and uploads as standard.
- Clanny House
- Panns Bank
- Scotia Quay
Library services
The Murray Library (City Campus)
- Collections include: Arts, Education, Health, History, Languages, Literature, Medicine, Natural Sciences, Nursing, Performing Arts, Pharmacy, Psychology and Counselling, Social Sciences, Sport
St. Peter’s Library (Sir Tom Cowie Campus)
- Collections include: Business, Computing, Education, Engineering, History, Languages, Law, Literature, Media, Social Sciences, Tourism
ICT services
IT Services can help you set up your University email account, connect your computer or smartphone to Wi-Fi or a wired internet connection, provide advice on software and internet security and much more.
There are a number of IT support desks in both campuses, so you’re never far away from the advice you need.
IT Services also provide a range of online guides on things like printing on campus, storing your files, security, software and much more.
Medical services
We take our students’ health, wellbeing and career prospects seriously. We know, as you do, that students need to be healthy and happy in order to fulfill their potential and maximise their chances of getting that dream job.
We have a range of free and confidential support systems for all students, such as our Wellbeing service. The service offers advice on a range of issues such as stress, anxiety and low mood, self-harming behaviours, bereavement and loss, eating issues, dependency and addiction, concerns about sexuality, issues with self-esteem and confidence and long-term mental health difficulties.
Student life
Campus life
- City Campus, Sunderland
- The Sir Tom Cowie Campus at St Peter’s, Sunderland
- University of Sunderland in London
- University of Sunderland in Hong Kong
Sports facilities
Joining a club at university is a life changing experience, you’ll meet new friends, experience the rush of winning for your university, and also enjoy some great social events.
Team Sunderland have over thirty clubs to choose from, so there is something for everyone. All clubs provide weekly training sessions led by qualified coaches, transport (when required), and equipment. Some examples of the clubs available include American Football, Netball, Kickboxing, Rowing, and even an Equestrian club!
Student clubs
There are over 50 Sports Clubs and Societies for you to join, covering everything from feminism, football, games, and hockey, to snow sports, debating and rugby. Whatever your interests, we’ll help you find friends and have a happy and fulfilling student experience.
Accreditation
- Sunderland is one of the UK’s leading widening participation Universities and was named The Times/Sunday Times University of the Year for Social Inclusion 2021
- A shortlisted as University of the Year by the THE – Times Higher Education, and our We Care programme picked up the Widening Access Initiative (Retention and Progression) Award at the 2020 NEON awards.
- # 101-150 , QS WUR Ranking By Subject.
Address
Edinburgh Building, Chester Rd, Sunderland SR1 3SD, United Kingdom
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