

Southampton, England
Southampton, Solent University is a university located in Southampton, South East England. It is a member of the MillionPlus group of modern universities. It holds the highest TEF rating — Gold — for outstanding teaching quality.
The university has approximately 8,515 students, with a diverse international community representing 56 nationalities. The largest international cohorts come from India, Norway, and Nigeria.
Southampton currently lists 100 courses on CourseOptions, spanning 83 undergraduate and 17 postgraduate programmes. There are 6 scholarships available for international students.
Graduate outcomes are strong: 88% of graduates go into employment or further study within 15 months, and the median graduate salary is £28,500, rising to £28,100 after five years.
Student satisfaction is strong, with an NSS teaching satisfaction score of 89%.
Southampton is a major port city with strong maritime heritage and easy access to London.
| Ranking System | Position |
|---|---|
| QS World University Rankings 2026 | Not Ranked in QS |
| Times Higher Education 2026 | Not Ranked in THE |
| Guardian University Guide (UK) | No Guardian Ranking Available |
| The Complete University Guide (UK) | No CUG Ranking Available |
Source: QS, THE, CUG, Guardian — Updated January 2026
82.5% of graduates are in employment or further study within 15 months of graduation.
| Time After Graduation | Median Salary | UK Average | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 months | £28,500 | £26,220 | +9% |
| 3 years | £25,200 | £23,184 | +9% |
| 5 years | £28,100 | £25,852 | +9% |
Source: HESA Longitudinal Education Outcomes (LEO) 2025
These figures represent institution-wide averages across all subject areas and study modes. Actual graduate outcomes vary by course and cohort. For course-specific data, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.
Has an 84% overall satisfaction rate according to the National Student Survey (NSS) 2025.
Source: National Student Survey (NSS) 2025.
These figures represent institution-wide averages across all courses and may not reflect satisfaction for a specific course. For course-level data, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.
14.9% of students are international, representing 56+ countries. Total international students: 1,270.
| Countries | Students | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| India | 495 | 39% |
| Norway | 80 | 6.3% |
| Nigeria | 55 | 4.3% |
| Saudi Arabia | 55 | 4.3% |
| Morocco | 30 | 2.4% |
| Pakistan | 30 | 2.4% |
| Bangladesh | 25 | 2% |
| Germany | 25 | 2% |
| China | 20 | 1.6% |
| Greece | 20 | 1.6% |
Source: HESA official data.
We found 11 scholarships you may be eligible for based on your location.
Excellence scholarship for international postgraduate taught students
For selected nationalities (see university)
Financial support for students with caring responsibilities
Open to all international students
Deadline: 19 June 2026Support for Gypsy, Roma, Traveller, Showman, and Boater communities
Open to all international students
Deadline: 19 June 2026Financial support for undergraduate apprenticeship students
Open to all international students
Deadline: 19 June 2026Open to all international students
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