Southampton Solent University is a public university in the UK with a 160-year history, located on the south coast of England in the major port city of Southampton, Hampshire.

Although Solent gained university status in 2005, its roots trace back to a private School of Art founded in 1856. The modern university was formed through the merger of several colleges, including Southampton College of Art, Southampton Technical College, Warsash Maritime College.
Nowadays Southampton Solent University has two campuses: City Campus and Warsash Maritime Academy.
The university features numerous laboratories and workshops, including computer labs, biomechanics and physiology labs, specialized equipment and simulators for hands-on training.
Solent places a strong emphasis on practical education, allowing students to apply theoretical knowledge in real-world conditions.

Southampton Solent University is renowned for its maritime programmes, with state-of-the-art simulators for cargo loading and unloading operations, ship navigation and control, and full-scale engine room simulator. These facilities are built to the latest industry standards, ensuring realistic, hands-on training. Beyond maritime studies, Solent also excels in healthcare, media technologies, and the arts.
Solent’s campuses provide everything students need, including dining areas and cafés, social and entertainment spaces, sports and creative activity areas. The Student Centre offers guidance and support for students, while the Student Union organizes volunteering programs, social events, and recreational activities.

Accommodation:
Southampton Solent University has six student residences, and all first-year students are guaranteed a place. Additionally, the university assists students in finding private housing if needed.

Why Choose Southampton Solent University?

• Prime city-center location,
• State-of-the-art academic and research facilities, including high-tech laboratories and workshops,
• Highly international student body – students from over 100 countries,
• Research projects with real-world impact in society, culture, and industry.

Programmes:

• Pre-sessional English Courses,
• International Foundation,
• Undergraduate / Bachelor's,
• Postgraduate / Master's.

University Structure:

• The School of Art, Design and Fashion,
• The School of Business, Law and Communications,
• The School of Maritime Science and Engineering,
• The School of Media Arts and Technology,
• The School of Sport, Health and Social Sciences.

Most Popular Fields of Study:

• Maritime Science,
• Media Arts,
• Healthcare,
• Biomechanics,
• Business,
• Law,
• Sports.

Application Deadlines: until January 15 / Until July 15

Admission Requirements

International Foundation:

• IELTS 5.5

Undergraduate (Bachelor’s Degree):

• IB / A-level / International Foundation,
• IELTS 6.0 / TOEFL 80

Postgraduate (Master’s Degree):

• Bachelor’s degree,
• IELTS 6.5 / TOEFL 92

Notable Alumni:

• Jenny Packham – Fashion Designer
• Camille Lepage – French Photojournalist
• Jake Eames – Fashion Photographer
• William Adkin – Cricketer
• Paul Goodison – 2008 Olympic Medalist (Sailing)