University of Sunderland: Statistics
Updated:
| Position | Category |
|---|---|
| #1571 of 14,131 | In the World |
| #556 of 2,785 | In Europe |
| #100 of 163 | In the United Kingdom |
| #80 of 131 | In England |
| #281 of 1,095 | For Military science |
| Top50% | For 93 other topics |
Quick Review
- Enrollment
- 19,090
- Type
- Non-profit
- Funding
- Public-private
partnership - Highest Degree
- Doctorate
- Website
- www.sunderland.ac.uk
- Languages
- English
- Acceptance rate
- 82%*
* The University of Sunderland 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 | Competitive admission |
|---|---|
| Academic Calendar | September to June |
| Enrollment | 19,090 |
Research profile
University of Sunderland has published 7,127 scientific papers with 131,536 citations received. The research profile covers a range of fields, including Liberal Arts & Social Sciences, Computer Science, Biology, Political Science, Medicine, Law, Environmental Science, Engineering, Sociology, and Psychology.
University of Sunderland majors
by publication & citation count
Annual publication & citation counts
| Year | Publications | Citations |
|---|---|---|
| 1992 | 30 | 28 |
| 1993 | 76 | 126 |
| 1994 | 75 | 67 |
| 1995 | 118 | 152 |
| 1996 | 113 | 216 |
| 1997 | 156 | 294 |
| 1998 | 167 | 407 |
| 1999 | 220 | 553 |
| 2000 | 295 | 983 |
| 2001 | 221 | 1044 |
| 2002 | 261 | 1549 |
| 2003 | 206 | 1782 |
| 2004 | 283 | 1973 |
| 2005 | 209 | 2522 |
| 2006 | 256 | 2785 |
| 2007 | 197 | 3177 |
| 2008 | 195 | 3383 |
| 2009 | 174 | 3835 |
| 2010 | 169 | 4045 |
| 2011 | 159 | 4523 |
| 2012 | 178 | 4913 |
| 2013 | 226 | 4914 |
| 2014 | 163 | 5354 |
| 2015 | 179 | 5465 |
| 2016 | 188 | 5265 |
| 2017 | 261 | 5496 |
| 2018 | 276 | 6330 |
| 2019 | 300 | 7255 |
| 2020 | 342 | 9059 |
| 2021 | 321 | 9767 |
| 2022 | 283 | 10201 |
| 2023 | 415 | 11082 |
| 2024 | 345 | 11003 |
Tuition
The tuition table for University of Sunderland gives an overview of costs but prices are approximate and subject to change and don't include accommodation, textbooks, or living expenses. The costs of programs might differ significantly for local and international students. The only source of truth for current numbers is the university's official website.
| Program | Annual Tuition Cost | Currency |
|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate (UK/EU) | £9,250 | GBP |
| Undergraduate (International) | £12,500 - £14,500 | GBP |
| Postgraduate (UK/EU) | £6,900 - £9,250 | GBP |
| Postgraduate (International) | £12,500 - £15,500 | GBP |
The University of Sunderland 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 Sunderland.
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 | No |
| Biology | Yes | Yes | No |
| Business | Yes | Yes | No |
| Chemistry | No | No | No |
| Computer Science | Yes | Yes | No |
| Economics | Yes | Yes | No |
| Engineering | Yes | Yes | No |
| Environmental Science | Yes | Yes | No |
| Liberal Arts & Social Sciences | Yes | Yes | No |
| Mathematics | No | No | No |
| Medicine | Yes | Yes | No |
| Physics | No | No | No |
| Psychology | Yes | Yes | No |
| Doctorate | Arts and Humanities, Business Administration, Fine Arts, Law, Management, Natural Sciences, Tourism |
|---|
University of Sunderland alumni
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Tony Scott
- Occupations
- directorfilm directorfilm producer
- Biography
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Anthony David Leighton Scott was a British film director and producer.
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Jordan North
- Occupations
- radio personalitypodcaster
- Biography
-
Jordan Levi North is a British radio DJ and television presenter from York, England. Since April 2024, he has been the host of Capital Breakfast, and formerly hosted lunchtime and drivetime shows on BBC Radio 1.
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Steve Cram
- Occupations
- middle-distance runnermarathon runnertrack and field coachathletics competitor
- Biography
-
Stephen Cram, CBE is a British retired track and field athlete. Along with fellow Britons Sebastian Coe and Steve Ovett, he was one of the world's dominant middle distance runners during the 1980s. Nicknamed "The Jarrow Arrow", after his home town, Cram set world records in the 1,500 m, 2,000 m, and the mile during a 19-day period in the summer of 1985. He was the first man to run 1,500 m under 3 minutes and 30 seconds. He won the 1,500 m gold medal at the 1983 World Championships and the 1,500 m silver medal at the 1984 Olympic Games.
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Ross Pearson
- Occupations
- mixed martial arts fighter
- Biography
-
Ross Pearson is a retired English mixed martial artist and professional boxer. A 26-fight veteran of the UFC, he was a three-time "Fight of the Night" winner and was the lightweight winner of The Ultimate Fighter 9.
University of Sunderland faculties and divisions
| Faculty : Applied Sciences | Computer Science, Engineering, Health Sciences, Pharmacy, Psychology, Sports, Technology |
|---|---|
| Faculty : Arts, Design, and Media | Ceramic Art, Dance, Design, Film, Fine Arts, Journalism, Music, Photography, Radio and Television Broadcasting, Theatre, Video |
| Faculty : Business and Law | Business and Commerce, Human Resources, Law, Management, Marketing, Tourism |
| Faculty : Education and Society | Education, History, Modern Languages, Political Sciences, Primary Education, Religious Studies, Secondary Education, Social Sciences |
General information
| Founded | 1992 |
|---|---|
| Motto | Scientiam Dulce Hauriens Sweetly absorbing knowledge |
| Colors | nasturtium, dark blue |
Location and contacts
| Address | Edinburgh Building City Campus Chester Road Sunderland, SRI 3SD United Kingdom |
|---|---|
| City population | 277,000 |