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.