About
The University of Sunderland stands as a transformative institution, recognized among the leading modern civic universities. Acknowledged for its significant impact on students, the relevance of its programs, and its ambitious approach, the university has approximately 20,000 students distributed across campuses on the North East coast, in London, Hong Kong, and global partnerships with learning institutions in 14 countries.
The university provides transformative experiences for students from diverse backgrounds. With a professions-facing approach, it is dedicated to cultivating highly skilled, work-ready graduates through career-focused teaching and learning. The university takes pride in its role as a society shaper, making a positive difference in both industry and society through impactful research, innovation, and practical initiatives.
The University of Sunderland's commitment extends to providing world-leading research and delivering quality student experiences, ensuring graduates are prepared to become tomorrow's leaders. Its recognition as a top 50 university in the Guardian University Guide 2023 underscores its dedication to widening participation and preparing students for success in both the public and private sectors. Graduates emerge equipped with knowledge, skills, and confidence, ready to positively impact the world. The university remains focused on establishing connections that empower its graduates to thrive in their careers.
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Why choose the University of Sunderland?
- Global Reach: The University of Sunderland boasts a diverse community of 27,500 students across its campuses on the North East coast, in London, Hong Kong, and through global partnerships in 15 countries.
- Top 50 University: It is ranked as a top 50 university in the Guardian University Guide 2024, highlighting its commitment to widening participation, world-leading research, and collaborations with public and private sectors.
- Quality Student Experiences: The university is known for providing quality student experiences, resulting in graduates who are tomorrow-makers of societies and economies, equipped with knowledge, skills, confidence, and connections to make a positive impact.
- Teaching Excellence: Recognized internationally, the University of Sunderland receives five stars for teaching, inclusiveness, employability, and facilities in the QS World University Rankings 2023.
- International Recognition: It is one of the world's best young universities according to THE Young University Rankings 2023 and ranks in the top 10 universities in Europe for International Student Diversity.
- Outstanding Research: Over 70% of the university's published research is rated as either world-leading or internationally excellent in the latest Research Excellence Framework.
- Regional Leadership: It holds the top position in the North-East for teaching quality, student experience, and student satisfaction, as per The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2023 and The Complete University Guide 2024.
