Study at a Top 20 UK University
University of Southampton
The University of Southampton is a founding member of the prestigious Russell Group of research-intensive universities. Ranked 87th in the QS World University Rankings 2026 and among the UK’s top 20 universities (The Complete University Guide 2026), Southampton is recognised globally for excellence in teaching and research.
Students can choose from more than 400 courses, with extensive opportunities for internships and study abroad, ensuring both academic depth and practical experience to prepare graduates for global careers.
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University campuses
Highfield Campus
The Highfield Campus, the oldest and largest at the university, is the vibrant academic heart of the university.
Avenue Campus
Boldrewood Innovation Campus
Waterfront Campus
Winchester Campus
University Hospital Southampton
City Centre Campus
Located in the heart of Southampton’s cultural quarter by Guildhall Square, this campus houses arts, teaching and study hubs like the Sir James Matthews Building and John Hansard Gallery, offering easy access to cafés, transport and green spaces.
Malaysia Campus (Iskandar Puteri, Johor)
A modern multi-storey campus within EduCity, Iskandar Puteri. Opened in 2021, it features high-quality labs (electrical, aerospace, electronics), a Bloomberg suite, library, and nearby sports and accommodation facilities.
Delhi Campus (Gurugram, India)
Set in International Tech Park, Gurgaon, this new branch provides state-of-the‐art teaching, research and collaboration spaces. Degrees are identical to those in the UK; programme launch is in August 2025.
What’s new
Consistently recognised for career success, the University of Southampton is ranked among the UK’s top 15 institutions for employability (QS Employment Outcomes 2025) and is a top 10 university most targeted by leading employers (High Fliers Research 2024).
The University has launched an online career support platform to support students into employment and help reach their goals. All international students have full access to the Careers & Employability resources which include the UoS Career Hub.
In addition to this, the university’s award-winning careers and employability team provides a variety of services. This includes over 400 internships a year, placements, volunteering opportunities, work experience support, and mentoring programmes.
Department and faculty
The University of Southampton provides excellent teaching quality to its students.
A founding member of the Russell Group, 92% of the university’s research is classed as world leading or internationally excellent, placing Southampton in the top 10% of UK institutions.
Its Russell Group membership is recognised worldwide by academics and employers. This attracts top people to work at the university on innovative projects and share their expert knowledge.
The university’s global standing creates strong relationships within the business sector. This enables course content to remain relevant, as well as providing students with suitable internships and apprenticeship opportunities from business leaders.