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Guildford, England, United Kingdom
Top reasons to study here
- A friendly and safe campus university set in beautiful countryside, with the convenience and social life of bustling Guildford on the doorstep and London just 3
- Personal and professional development is embedded at the heart of students' learning experience, with
- Surrey is one of the most culturally diverse universities, with students coming from around 120 different countries.
PhD Programmes
Engineering & Technology (10)
- Ph.D. Automotive Engineering
- Ph.D. Biomedical Engineering
- Ph.D. Engineering Materials
- Ph.D. Space Engineering
Social Sciences (9)
- PsychD Clinical Psychology
- Ph.D. Economics
- Ph.D. Health Psychology
- Ph.D. Politics
- Ph.D. Psychology
- Ph.D. Psychology
- PGR Psychology
- Ph.D. Sociology
Natural Sciences & Mathematics (8)
- Ph.D. Biomedical Engineering
- Ph.D. Chemistry
- Ph.D. Mathematics
- Ph.D. Physics
- Ph.D. Quantum Biology
- Ph.D. Space Engineering
Arts, Design & Architecture (6)
- Ph.D. Dance
- Ph.D. Digital Media Arts
- Ph.D. Film Studies
- Ph.D. Music
- Ph.D. Sound Recording
- Ph.D. Theatre
Humanities (6)
- Ph.D. Creative Writing
- Ph.D. Creative Writing
- Ph.D. English Literature
- Ph.D. Linguistics
Medicine & Health (6)
- PGR Biosciences
- Ph.D. Biosciences and Medicine
- Ph.D. Health Psychology
- Ph.D. Health Sciences
Computer Science & IT (5)
- Ph.D. Computer Science
- PGR Computer Science
- Ph.D. Digital Media Arts
Environmental Studies & Earth Sciences (4)
Business & Management (3)
- Ph.D. Economics
- Ph.D. Management and Business
Education & Training (2)
- Ph.D. Higher Education
- Ph.D. Psychology
Hospitality, Leisure & Sports (1)
Law (1)
- Ph.D. Law
About
History
The University of Surrey was established on 9 September 1966 with the grant of its Royal Charter, but its roots go back to a late 19th-century concern to provide greater access to further and higher education for the poorer inhabitants of London. By the beginning of the 1960s, the College had outgrown its main building in Battersea Park Road and in 1962 it was decided to move the institution to Guildford.
Education
Surrey prides itself on excellence in both research and teaching, and was recognised as an ‘outstanding’ institution when it received a prestigious Gold award in the first ever Teaching Excellence Framework. There are three faculties within the University: the Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences; the Faculty of Engineering and Physical Sciences, and the Faculty of Health and Medical Sciences. Surrey.
Research
Our research seeks to answer global challenges, drive innovation and deliver real-world impact. We have over 1,000 postgraduate researchers at the University of Surrey working on varied research projects from over 170 research areas, alongside nearly 450 supervisors. The Doctoral College supports the academic and professional development of postgraduate researchers and early career researchers.
Career
Personal and professional development is embedded at the heart of students' learning experience. In the QS World Employability Rankings 2019, Surrey was ranked 1st in the UK and 7th in the world for work placements and research partnerships with employers. The University has an outstanding record for graduate employability, with 94% of Surrey's 2018 graduates finding a job or going into further education within six months of graduating, according to the Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA). There is a host of careers support available, including Surrey Pathfinder, a digital hub providing 24-hour access to careers appointments and event bookings, jobs, placements and interactive development tools.
University Ranking
QS World University Rankings by TopUniversities
2020
274 -26
2019
248 16
2018
264
QS World University Rankings is one of the top international rankings measuring the popularity and performance of universities all over the world. They measure university reputation based on the impressions of higher education experts, companies who hire graduates, and teaching quality. QS also considers the ratio of international teachers and students present at universities, as well as the times research papers were mentioned by researchers. After calculating and comparing these criteria, QS ranks the universities accordingly.
World University Rankings by Times Higher Education
2020
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2019
251
2018
251
World University Rankings is a vital resource that provides the definitive list of the world's best universities. They look at how often they're producing new ideas, what their reputation is around the world, and how much they're contributing to science and academic fields. After calculating and comparing these criteria, THE ranks the universities accordingly.
Academic Ranking of World Universities by Shanghai Jiao Tong University
2019
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2018
301
2017
301
ARWU World University rankings is the first world university ranking. It ranks the world's top 1000 colleges and universities based on objective indicator. They look at the number of award-winning (Fields Medals and Nobel Prize) scientists who are located there, how much of their research is cited and referenced around the world, and how much they've contributed to different academic fields. After calculating and comparing these criteria, ARWU ranks the universities accordingly.
Best Global Universities Rankings by U.S. News & World Report
2020
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2019
409 5
2018
414
Best Global Universities Rankings by U.S. News & World Report presents all the top universities from the U.S. and 60 other countries around the world. They measure the rate of students going to their second year of studies, as well as the rate of students who graduate. It also asks university representatives on the performance of universities, and evaluates university resources, teacher salaries, graduation rates, student academic achievements and satisfaction. After calculating and comparing these criteria, U.S. News ranks the top international universities accordingly.
Services
Student services
Students can access MySurrey: an online portal giving access to all support and advice services 24 hours a day. MySurrey Hive provides access to support from staff who can advise on student-life related queries, as well as providing somewhere to meet friends for informal study or to socialise.
Housing services
The University has invested over £200m in student accommodation, with proportionally more accommodation across its campuses than almost any other university in the UK, with more than 5,000 rooms available. Over half of these are en suite. Friendly student mentors are on hand to help you settle in and feel at home. When it comes to living off campus, our award winning Surrey Lettings team can help you find the right place to live within your budget.
Library services
Surrey’s £16m Library and Learning Centre is open 24 hours a day, seven days a week, and offers a mix of single, silent and group study spaces. In addition to a wealth of books, journals and e-resources, the Library provides laptop loans, workshops to develop your academic skills and learning resources for those that need additional learning support.
ICT services
There are 400 PCs in the Library and Learning Centre, and five other open access PC labs across campus. There are 144 laptops available for loan 24 hours a day, seven days a week. The Surrey App Store provides all the software you need free of charge. The IT Service Desk in the Library offers help and advice for all IT-related services.
Medical services
The University Health Centre is a GP service located on campus. The Centre for Wellbeing offers a range of services to ensure that students feel well and supported throughout their time at the University, offering advice and support for mental and physical health issues.
Student Life
Campus life
Set in the bustling town of Guildford in the heart of the southeast of England, the campus is just a 10-minute stroll from Guildford town centre. There is a frequent bus service between campus and the main railway station, running into the early hours of the morning. Most University buildings are on the Stag Hill site, with accommodation, Surrey Sports Park, the School of Veterinary Sciences and the School of Health Sciences at the Manor Park site nearby. Everything you need is on campus: coffee shops, a food market, a convenience store, a bank, a launderette, a post office, a bookshop and a health centre.
Sports facilities
Surrey Sports Park is one of Europe’s leading sports facilities and has set a new benchmark for the quality of university sports facilities. Whether you join for fun, health or competition, as a University of Surrey student you’ll benefit from discounted membership and the opportunity to represent Team Surrey.
Student clubs
The University of Surrey Students’ Union voices student opinion, provides support and advice, and offers volunteering and training opportunities. The Students’ Union also hosts over 140 exciting clubs and societies, and organizes unforgettable events and entertainment.
Accreditation
Many of our degree programmes are accredited by professional, statutory and regulatory bodies.
The Global Study Awards
Together with the ISIC Association and British Council IELTS, Studyportals offers you the chance to receive up to £10000 to expand your horizon and study abroad. We want to ultimately encourage you to study abroad in order to experience and explore new countries, cultures and languages.
