Overview
The University has been providing higher education in the city since 1901. The key to this longevity is its ability to adapt to change - something that former Education Secretary Estelle Morris highlightsWe are an innovative, forward-thinking university with high standards of teaching, research and support that sits at the heart of one of the UK's most up and coming cities. We have strong links with industry and business, and work closely with some of the world's leading companies.
The University of Sunderland, a public university, It is located in Sunderland and currently enrolls 17,207 students. The University is divided into 5 different schools, each catering to a different faculty. They are: School of Arts, Design, Media and Culture, School of Business, Law and Psychology, School of Computing and Technology, School of Education and Lifelong Learning and the School of Health, Natural and Social Sciences. The University offers over 2,000 rooms that are built in 5 residence halls for its students
Times Good University Guide 2010: 84
The University's VisionTo be recognized as one of a new generation of great civic universities - innovative, accessible, inspirational and outward looking; with international reach and remarkable local impact.
Founded: 1901University status: 1992
Location & Facilities
University has two campuses: the Sir Tom Cowie Campus by the sea, and City Campus in Sunderland's city centre.
Our halls of residence are modern and have cooking and laundry facilities. They are comfortable, the rents are reasonable and you will find that they are a good place to meet other students.
In many ways living at university is like being part of a family, albeit a rather large one. We have nearly 18,000 students from all over the UK and around the world.
All students are guaranteed a single room in university managed accommodation.
University of Sunderland's accommodation is modern, comfortable, self-catered with internet access (except for Clanny House) and very competitively priced. University also provide accommodation for couples and families (particularly beneficial for postgraduate and research students), placement students, short stays and summer only accommodation.
Your 'student experience' starts here
Living in university accommodation is sure to enhance your student experience. Living on campus provides you with excellent opportunities that those travelling home find more difficult.
Easy access to:
• the campus, libraries and facilities (both support and academic).
• colleagues and fellow students (A network for social and academic purposes).
• the Students' Union (clubs, societies, bars and social venues), the City and beyond.
Other benefits include:
• No bond to pay.
• Personal possessions insurance included within the rent.
• Free internal calls.
• Residential support network ensuring support if needed 24/7.
• Comprehensive security package 24/7.
• Free late night transport from Students' Union events.
List of Departments / Schools / Faculty / College
The University is made up of four academic departments known as Faculties. Faculty of Applied Sciences, Faculty of Arts, Design and Media, Faculty of Business and Law, Faculty of Education and Society
Courses Offered
Course Title |
Level |
Applied Business Computing (Top-Up) |
BSc (Hons) |
Automotive Engineering |
BEng (Hons) |
Biomedical Sciences |
BSc (Hons) |
Biotechnology (Top-Up) |
BSc (Hons) |
Business Computing |
BA (Hons) |
Community Health |
BSc (Hons) |
Community Health - Combined Subjects (Major, Dual and Minor) |
BA/BSc (Hons) |
Computer Applications (Top-Up) |
BSc (Hons) |
Computer Forensics |
BSc (Hons) |
Computer Science |
BSc (Hons) |
Computer Systems Engineering (Top-Up) |
BSc (Hons) |
Computing |
BSc (Hons) |
Electronic and Electrical Engineering |
BEng (Hons) |
Electronic and Electrical Engineering (Year 3 Only) |
BEng (Hons) |
Ethical Hacking and Security Systems Design |
BSc (Hons) |
Games Software Devlopment |
BSc (Hons) |
Geography |
BA/BSc (Hons) |
Geography - Combined Studies (Major, Dual and Minor) |
BA/BSc (Hons) |
Information Communication Technology |
BSc (Hons) |
Manufacturing Engineering (1 Year Top-Up) |
BEng (Hons) |
Mechanical Engineering |
BEng (Hons) |
Network Computing |
BSc (Hons) |
Network Systems (Top-Up) |
BSc (Hons) |
Nursing (Top-Up) |
BSc (Hons) |
Pharmacy |
Masters |
Psychology - BSc |
BSc (Hons) |
Psychology with Counselling |
BSc (Hons) |
Renewable Energy Engineering (subject to validation) |
BEng (Hons) |
Sociology - Combined Subjects (Major, Dual and Minor) |
BA/BSc (Hons) |
Sport - Combined Subjects (Major, Dual, Minor) |
BA/BSc (Hons) |
Sport and Exercise Development |
BSc (Hons) |
Sport and Exercise Psychology |
BSc (Hons) |
Sport and Exercise Sciences |
BSc (Hons) |
Sport Studies |
BSc (Hons) |
Sports Coaching |
BSc (Hons) |
Sports Technology (subject to validation) |
BSc (Hons) |
Advanced Clinical Practice |
MSc |
Clinical Pharmacy/Prescribing Sciences |
MSc |
Community Health |
MSc |
Counselling |
MA |
Drug Discovery and Development |
MSc |
Engineering Management |
MSc |
Enterprise in Biotechnology |
MSc |
Environment, Health and Safety (IOSH Accredited) |
MSc |
Environmental Management |
MSc |
Information Technology Management |
MSc |
IT Application Development |
MSc |
Network Systems |
MSc |
Overseas Pharmacist Applied Programme (OSPAP) leading to the University award of Postgraduate Diploma in Pharmaceutical Sciences |
PgD |
Pharmacotherapy and Medicines Management |
MSc |
Project Management |
MSc |
Psychology |
MSc |
Software Engineering |
MSc |
Software Enterprise |
MSc |
Telecommunications Engineering |
MSc |
Accounting and Finance |
BA (Hons) |
Accounting and Financial Management (Top-Up) |
BA (Hons) |
Business & Management - Combined Subjects (Major, Dual and Minor) |
BA/BSc (Hons) |
Business and Enterprise Management |
BA (Hons) |
Business and Financial Management |
BA (Hons) |
Business and Human Resource Management |
BA (Hons) |
Business and Management |
BTEC HND |
Business and Management |
BA (Hons) |
Business and Marketing (Top-Up) |
BA (Hons) |
Business and Marketing Management |
BA (Hons) |
Business Law (1 Year Top-Up) -Subject to validation |
BA (Hons) |
Business Management (Top-Up) |
BA (Hons) |
Events Management |
BA (Hons) |
Financial Management (Major, Dual and Minor) |
BA/BSc (Hons) |
Human Resource Management (Major, Dual and Minor) |
BA/BSc (Hons) |
International Tourism and Hospitality Management |
BSc (Hons) |
International Tourism and Hospitality Management (Top Up) |
BSc (Hons) |
Law - Combined Subjects (Dual and Minor) |
BA/BSc (Hons) |
Law - LLB (Single Honours) |
Bachelor of Law Degree |
Marketing Management (Major, Dual and Minor) |
BA/BSc (Hons) |
Sports Management |
BA (Hons) |
Tourism - Combined Subjects (Major, Dual and Minor) |
BA/BSc (Hons) |
Tourism Management |
BSc (Hons) |
Business Studies |
MBS |
Human Resource Management |
MSc |
International Management |
MA |
LLM Criminal Law and Procedure |
LLM |
LLM Human Rights |
LLM |
Marketing |
MA |
Master of Business Administration |
MBA |
Master of Business Administration (Finance) - Subject to validation |
MBA |
Master of Business Administration (HRM) - Subject to validation |
MBA |
Master of Business Administration (Marketing) - Subject to validation |
MBA |
Master of Business Administration (Supply Chain Management) - Subject to validation |
MBA |
Tourism and Events |
MBA |
Tourism and Hospitality |
MSc |
Scholarships
- Guaranteed £1500 scholarships
- Payment by instalments available
- Competitive fees guaranteed to stay the same for the duration of your studies
- Low cost of living
The cost of an education at the University of Sunderland is a value for money investment for your future.
Sunderland is one of the least expensive areas in England. The cost of accommodation in particular is significantly cheaper than many areas of the South East of England.
General Intake
Major intakes are Jan and Sep
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