University of Surrey

United Kingdom (UK) (England, Northern Ireland, Scotland and Wales)

Description

The University of Surrey is based in guildford, south east england. surrounded by beautiful English countryside, the university is still within easy reach of london, one of the most exciting capital cities in the world.

Top reasons to study here

FANTASTIC LOCATION
The University’s tranquil lakeside campus is located within sight of the lovely Surrey
Hills, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. You will live and study in green and peaceful surroundings, with the town of Guildford easily accessible and central London less than 40 minutes away by train.

PROFESSIONAL FOCUS
Professional Training placements are available to nearly all undergraduate University of Surrey students. The University works with over 2,300 highprofile partner organisations to offer students real-world, professional work experience.

PATHWAY TO SUCCESS
Our programmes consist of academic subjects, study skills and English language training designed specifically to provide
international students with a pathway to degree study at the University of Surrey.

TOP-RANKED DEGREE PROGRAMMES
In recent years, Surrey has established itself as a top-ten university in many subject areas across the major UK league tables.

University of Surrey programs

Business, Economics, Law and Social Sciences

Business & Management, Business Studies, Economics& Economy, Law, Law Sciences, Social Sciences

about University of Surrey

Overview

The University maintains its excellent reputation by providing an innovative learning environment where you can excel. You will be inspired to work hard and think critically as you lay the foundations for a successful future. With international students from over 120 different countries making up 37 per cent of the student body, Surrey is proud to be one of the most culturally-diverse universities in the UK.

History

The University of Surrey was established on 9 September 1966 with the grant of its Royal Charter, but our roots go back to a late 19th-century concern to provide greater access to further and higher education for the poorer inhabitants of London.

Education

At the International Study Centre we offer programmes for a range of interests from creative arts, to business, sciences and engineering. Each programme introduces you to the UK style of teaching while raising your academic knowledge, English language level and study skills.

Research

The University of Surrey is a research-led institution dedicated to being the best at the application of research to benefit a global society. Surrey’s 5G Innovation Centre is the world’s largest academic research centre dedicated to the next generation of mobile and wireless connectivity

Career

During your degree at the University of Surrey you will have access to the Employability and Careers Centre. Advisers will help to prepare you for your Professional Training placement and ensure you develop your employability skills ready for your future career.

Services

Student services

On campus you will find everything you need for an unforgettable study experience. There are modern classrooms, private study spaces and world-class research facilities. If you need learning support, the Assistive Technology Centre provides dyslexia screenings, one-to-one support, and additional tools and resources.

Housing services

Making sure you feel at home in your accommodation is a top a priority. Our Accommodation Team will help you find the right place to live, on or off campus, at affordable rents throughout your time at the International Study Centre.

University accommodation is arranged in groups of self-catered housing called Courts of Residence. All accommodation has been carefully designed to provide a comfortable and safe living space you can make your own.

Library services

The Library is the home of Library and Learning Services, bringing together the spaces, expertise and the materials that support the University community in their learning, teaching and research journeys.

You can access the Library online and get academic skills support online.

ICT services

IT account and password
Email and calendar
Off campus access
File storage
Connecting to the internet
Printing

Medical services

The University Health Centre is available for support with a range of physical health and wellbeing issues and offers many of the same services as other NHS surgeries in the area.

It is important that you feel happy and healthy throughout your time at Surrey. If you have any personal concerns, counsellors with experience working with students from a broad range of cultures and nationalities are available to talk.

Student life

Campus life

The University is based on a lakeside campus within the beautiful countryside of the Surrey Hills. Students study and live in our green and peaceful surroundings, yet still have easy access to the nearby town, Guildford, as well as London.

The campus itself is located within sight of
the Surrey Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. This beautiful setting provides a peaceful and natural environment where you can concentrate on your studies or take time out to relax with your friends.

Sports facilities

The £36 million Surrey Sports Park is one
of Europe’s leading sports venues and the
home of Team Surrey. University of Surrey students benefit from discounted membership to Surrey Sports Park, giving you access to facilities, classes and activities, and the opportunity to join over 40 student sports clubs.

Student clubs

Societies are made up of groups of
students interested in a common theme
– maybe you all love baking, share a
geographical location or have similar
religious views. Whether you want to share in the magic of Harry Potter or reckon the Archery society may just hit the mark, joining one of our 140+ societies (or starting your own) will help you make friends and
memories for life

Accreditation

A top 25 UK university (Complete University Guide 2020).
The University of Surrey is ranked 1st in the UK and 7th in the world for work placements and research partnerships (QS World Employability Rankings 2019).