University of Surrey

The University of Surrey is one of the UK’s leading professional, scientific and technological universities with a world-class profile and a reputation for excellence in teaching and research. We are a global community of ideas and people, dedicated to life-changing education and research. With a beautiful and vibrant campus, we provide exceptional teaching and practical learning to inspire and empower our students for personal and professional success. Based on the evidence, the Teaching Excellence Framework Panel (TEF) judged that the University of Surrey delivers consistently outstanding teaching, learning and outcomes for its students. The University of Surrey has been awarded Gold. It is of the highest quality found in the UK. Several our programmes are in the top ten in the UK. Food Science and Sociology are ranked second in the UK in the Times University Guide 2021. Other subjects featuring in the top ten include Hospitality and Tourism, Materials Technology, Performing Arts, Veterinary Science, Criminology and Chemistry. In the Shanghai Ranking – 2021 Subject rankings we are third in the world for Hospitality and Leisure Management. The Graduate Outcomes survey is the largest survey of employment and further study outcomes for UK graduates. In 2020, 96 per cent of Surrey undergraduates are in work or further education. The University campus is set in 700 acres of beautifully landscaped grounds on the edge of Guildford's historic town centre. A short walk from the rail station, London is 34 minutes away, connecting you to some of the world's busiest and most famous locations. Heathrow and Gatwick international airports are also within easy reach. Multi-million-pound investments abound.