University of Southampton: Statistics
Updated:
| Position | Category |
|---|---|
| #122 of 14,131 | In the World |
| #32 of 2,785 | In Europe |
| #12 of 163 | In the United Kingdom |
| #10 of 131 | In England |
| #1 of 2 | In Southampton |
| #10 of 1,098 | For Marine Engineering |
| Top100 | For 71 other topics |
Quick Review
- Enrollment
- 21,335
- Type
- Non-profit
- Funding
- Public-private
partnership - Highest Degree
- Bachelor
- Website
- www.southampton.ac.uk
- Languages
- English
- Acceptance rate
- 32%*
* The University of Southampton is among the institutions that don't provide data on acceptance rates. This might happen because the university has programs where applicants only need to meet admission requirements to enroll and don't necessarily compete with others.
We estimate the above acceptance rate based on admission statistics of closely ranked nearby universities with similar research profiles that do publish such data.
Acceptance rate & Admissions
| Admissions Requirements | Passes in either two subjects at 'A' Level with passes in three further subjects at AS Level or in three subjects at 'A' Level with one further subject at AS Level, or equivalent; Ordinary Certificate or Higher National Certificate or Diploma awarded before the establishment of BTEC, pre-GCE; International Baccalaureate; European Baccalaureate |
|---|---|
| Academic Calendar | October to June (October - February; February-June) |
| Enrollment | 21,335 |
| Full time employee | 2,601 |
| Student:staff ratio | 8:1 |
Research profile
University of Southampton is a world-class research university with 161,610 scientific papers published and 5,625,631 citations received. The research profile covers a range of fields, including Engineering, Physics, Biology, Chemistry, Liberal Arts & Social Sciences, Computer Science, Environmental Science, Medicine, Quantum and Particle physics, and Materials Science.
University of Southampton majors
by publication & citation count
Annual publication & citation counts
| Year | Publications | Citations |
|---|---|---|
| 1993 | 1322 | 13056 |
| 1994 | 1472 | 13946 |
| 1995 | 1548 | 15911 |
| 1996 | 1833 | 17788 |
| 1997 | 1695 | 19111 |
| 1998 | 1975 | 21103 |
| 1999 | 2013 | 23641 |
| 2000 | 2235 | 27879 |
| 2001 | 2468 | 32891 |
| 2002 | 2942 | 40859 |
| 2003 | 3115 | 48310 |
| 2004 | 3116 | 56020 |
| 2005 | 3381 | 66067 |
| 2006 | 3729 | 76507 |
| 2007 | 3845 | 87314 |
| 2008 | 3917 | 98541 |
| 2009 | 4178 | 113401 |
| 2010 | 4685 | 126367 |
| 2011 | 5017 | 142778 |
| 2012 | 5121 | 162129 |
| 2013 | 5836 | 182685 |
| 2014 | 5989 | 202413 |
| 2015 | 6676 | 218965 |
| 2016 | 7076 | 237752 |
| 2017 | 6712 | 262895 |
| 2018 | 6664 | 292733 |
| 2019 | 6718 | 337473 |
| 2020 | 7223 | 402558 |
| 2021 | 7350 | 460270 |
| 2022 | 6847 | 438021 |
| 2023 | 7125 | 454074 |
| 2024 | 6044 | 443652 |
| 2025 | 4450 | 387950 |
Tuition
| International studetns | 17,560-21,580 (GBP) |
|---|---|
| Local studetns | 9,250 (GBP) |
The University of Southampton has financial aid programs and on-campus housing.
Programs and Degrees
The table below displays academic fields with programs and courses that lead to Bachelor's, Master's, and Doctorate degrees offered by University of Southampton.
Note that the table provides a general overview and might not cover all the specific majors available at the university. Always visit the university's website for the most up-to-date information on the programs offered.
| Programs | Bachelor | Master | Doctoral |
|---|---|---|---|
| Art & Design | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Biology | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Business | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Chemistry | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Computer Science | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Economics | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Engineering | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Environmental Science | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Liberal Arts & Social Sciences | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Mathematics | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Medicine | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Physics | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Psychology | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Doctorate | Archaeology, Art Management, Astronomy and Space Science, Biological and Life Sciences, Biomedicine, Business Administration, Chemistry, Computer Science, Demography and Population, Earth Sciences, Economics, Education, Electronic Engineering, Engineering, English, Environmental Studies, Fashion Design, Film, Fine Arts, Geography, Gerontology, Graphic Design, Health Sciences, History, International Relations and Diplomacy, Law, Management, Marine Science and Oceanography, Mathematics, Medicine, Modern Languages, Music, Philosophy, Physics, Political Sciences, Psychology, Social Studies, Sociology, Statistics, Textile Design |
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University of Southampton alumni
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Brian Eno
- Occupations
- writerconceptual artistcomposerrecord producerphotographer
- Biography
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Brian Peter George Eno is an English musician, songwriter, record producer, visual artist, sound designer, author and political activist. He is best known for his pioneering contributions to ambient music and electronica, and for producing, recording, and writing works in rock and pop music. A self-described "non-musician", Eno has helped introduce unconventional concepts and approaches to contemporary music. He has been described as one of popular music's most influential and innovative figures. In 2019, he was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame as a member of Roxy Music.
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John Nettles
- Occupations
- actortelevision actorwriterfilm actorstage actor
- Biography
-
John Vivian Drummond Nettles is an English actor and author. He is best known for his starring roles as detectives in the crime drama television series Bergerac (1981–1991) in the title role, and Midsomer Murders (1997–2011) as Detective Chief Inspector Tom Barnaby. He has also narrated several television series.
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Ricky Whittle
- Occupations
- actortelevision actormodel
- Biography
-
Richard George Whittle is a British actor. Whittle first came to prominence as a model for Reebok in the early 2000s. He is known in the United Kingdom for his role as Calvin Valentine in the soap opera Hollyoaks. In 2009, he finished second in the BBC reality competition Strictly Come Dancing. In 2012, Whittle crossed over to American television when he booked a recurring role on VH-1's Single Ladies, followed by a recurring role on ABC's Mistresses in 2014. From 2014 to 2016, Whittle appeared in The CW's post-apocalyptic drama The 100 as Lincoln. Whittle starred in the Starz television series American Gods for three seasons.
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Adrian Newey
- Occupations
- engineerdesignerautomotive engineerracing automobile driver
- Biography
-
Adrian Martin Newey is a British engineer, aerodynamicist, automotive designer, and motorsport executive. Since 2026, Newey has served as Team Principal, technical director and co-owner of Aston Martin in Formula One; he previously served as technical director of Leyton House and McLaren, chief designer of March and Williams, and chief technical officer of Red Bull Racing. Widely regarded as one of the greatest engineers in Formula One history, Newey's designs have won 14 Drivers' and 12 Constructors' titles and 223 Grands Prix between 1991 and 2024.
University of Southampton faculties and divisions
| Faculty : Arts & Humanities | Archaeology, Art Management, Chinese, English, Fashion Design, Film, French, German, Graphic Design, History, Latin American Studies, Linguistics, Music, Philosophy, Portuguese, Spanish, Textile Design, Visual Arts |
|---|---|
| Faculty : Engineering and Physical Sciences | Aeronautical and Aerospace Engineering, Astronomy and Space Science, Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Civil Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical and Electronic Engineering, Electronic Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Marine Engineering, Materials Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Naval Architecture, Optical Technology, Physics, Sound Engineering (Acoustics), Speech Therapy and Audiology |
| Faculty : Medicine | Medicine |
| Faculty : Natural and Environmental Sciences | Biological and Life Sciences, Earth Sciences, Health Education, Health Sciences, Marine Engineering, Marine Science and Oceanography, Midwifery, Nursing, Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy |
| Faculty : Social Sciences | Accountancy, Business Administration, Education, Finance, Geography, Law, Management, Mathematics, Psychology, Social Sciences, Statistics |
General information
| Founded | 1952 |
|---|---|
| Accreditation | Quality Assurance Agency for Higher Education |
| Motto | Strenuis Ardua Cedunt The Heights Yield to Endeavour |
Location and contacts
| Address | University Road Southampton, SO17 1BJ United Kingdom |
|---|---|
| City population | 271,000 |