About University Of Southampton

The University of Southampton is already one of the top 10 research universities in the UK and has achieved consistently high scores for its teaching and learning activities.

We offer first-rate opportunities and facilities for study and research, and a stimulating working environment. Our strong enterprise agenda fosters close links with business and industry.

We currently have nearly 20,000 students and 5,000 staff based across several campuses in Southampton and Winchester. Our discipline base is broad, encompassing all the major academic subjects, but we also have a unique commitment to innovation, which is evidenced both in our outstanding research and scholarship at the leading edge, and also in our ability to pioneer new approaches and techniques relevant to the world today.

We are committed to:

The advancement of knowledge through critical and independent scholarship and research of international significance.

The communication of knowledge in an active learning environment involving staff at the forefront of their disciplines.

The application of knowledge for the benefit of society, both directly and by collaboration with other organisations.

We value:

Freedom to push the frontiers of knowledge forward, within an ethical framework, for the global good of humankind.

Success and ambition for excellence within a professional setting.

Creativity and critical independence.

inclusiveness which enables all staff, students and potential students to achieve their full potential.

Openness within a caring and supportive working environment.

Innovation and enterprise balanced by prudence

Whether you hope to become a student or a member of staff at the University, or want to know about the research, education and enterprise opportunities we can offer to businesses and other organizations, you are sure to find plenty here to interest you.

The University has more than 20 Academic Schools which are organised into three Faculties.

1. Faculty of Engineering, Science and Mathematics

• School of Chemistry

• School of Civil Engineering and the Environment

• School of Electronics and Computer Science

• School of Engineering Sciences

• School of Geography

• School of Mathematics

• School of Ocean and Earth Science

• School of Physics and Astronomy

• Institute of Sound and Vibration Research

• National Oceanography Centre, Southampton

• Optoelectronics Research Centre
   

2. Faculty of Law, Arts and Social Sciences

• School of Art

• School of Education

• School of Humanities

• School of Law

• School of Management

• School of Social Sciences:
  (Counselling, Economics, Politics, Sociology and Social Policy, Social Statistics and Social Work Studies)

• Southampton Statistical Sciences Research Institute
  
   

3. Faculty of Medicine, Health and Life Sciences

• School of Psychology
• School of Biological Sciences
• School of Medicine
• School of Health Professions and Rehabilitation Sciences
• School of Nursing and Midwifery
• Healthcare Innovation Unit
• MHLS Faculty Graduate School

TUITION FEES

English Language Requirements

The majority of University of Southampton courses require an IELTS level of 6.5 or equivalent. The below table gives our standard and non-standard English requirements:

The equivalent points we recognise between IELTS and TOEFL are as follows:

Bachelor Degree Entry Requirements

The standard entry requirement is a minimum of two passes at UK A level or equivalent. In practice, most offers are made at a higher level than this, depending on the subject. The UK A level is taken after thirteen years of progressive higher level study. We recognise a wide range of equivalent certificates to A level. UK NARIC (National Academic Recognition Information Centre for the UK) can advise you on qualification equivalents. Should you be unable to find the information you need from this source, please contact us. Many international students need to take a foundation / bridging year programme before enrolling on a Bachelors degree. We can offer this at the University of Southampton, simply click on the link for more details of our Foundation Programmes.

Postgraduate Degree Entry Requirements

The standard entry requirement for postgraduate study is equivalent to a UK Bachelors degree at grade 2.1 or above. The UK Bachelors degree is of a minimum three years duration and is generally completed after 15 years of progressive higher level full-time education. We recognise a wide range of qualification equivalents. UK NARIC (National Academic Recognition Information Centre for the UK) can give you advice on qualification equivalents. Should you be unable to find the information you need from this source, please contact us.

University Accommodation

During the Graduation period the University of Southampton is able to offer accommodation in one of our many Student Halls of Residence.

Bed and Breakfast Accommodation is available from Monday 16 July 2007 - Friday 27 July 2007 inclusive.

All rooms are single, ensuite and located at Montefiore House.

£19.50 per night Graduands
£25.50 per night Guests

Also included in the price are complimentary bus tickets for you and your guests on the Graduation Park and Ride Service.

Full payment is required at the time of booking. Payment can be made by Debit card, Credit card or Cheque (cheques should be made payable to 'University of Southampton').

To make a reservation please print a copy of the booking form, complete and return the booking form together with full payment before Friday 15 June 2007.