The University of Southampton, located in the English city of the same name, is one of the founding members of the Russell Group and recognized for its highly relevant research on major global issues. In British and international rankings, Southampton is among the best, being one of the 100 best universities in the world, according to the QS World University Rankings 2018.
Founded in 1862 on the south coast of England, the university currently has a student community of over 20,000, 30% of whom come from over 140 countries. “Our international students are motivated, enthusiastic and passionate about their research areas, with a desire to make a difference in the world and be part of change,” says Sara Sandford, Regional Director of the International Office in Southampton.
According to Sandford, the university has been actively working with the Brazilian public for six years and currently has 33 students from Brazil. “We are excited to continue receiving new Brazilian students every year and we hope that this number will only grow, with the help of our partnership with loveUK“.
Southampton offers eight areas of study, spread across its seven campuses, namely: Business, Law and Art; Engineering and Environment; Health Sciences; Humanities; Medicine; Natural and Environmental Sciences; Physical Sciences and Engineering; and Social, Human and Mathematical Sciences.
The coastal university is highly recognized for its engineering courses, having been awarded first place in the Research Excellence Framework for General Engineering. “We are also known for offering courses in specific niche areas, including Maritime Engineering and Maritime Law; Ocean and Earth Sciences; Acoustical Engineering and Aeronautical Engineering,” says the Regional Director.
Southampton is among the 1% universities considered to be the best in the world, with a pioneering history of teaching online courses and supporting the global academic environment by establishing a campus in Malaysia in 2012, focused on Engineering courses.
According to the Guardian University Guide, the university also has five research subjects listed among the top 45 in the world (Nursing, Archaeology, Earth & Marine Sciences, Geography and Performing Arts). “Our research addresses a range of global challenges, including food security, web science, the effects of air pollution, rail infrastructure, public health and has also developed new approaches to cancer treatment and brought sustainable energy to remote communities,” says Sandford.
The British woman continues: “When our academics are not researching solutions to national and global issues, they are teaching our students, offering in-depth knowledge, rigorous methods, enthusiasm and high personal standards.”
