6 Reasons to Go to Uni in Southampton

University is your chance to fly the nest, gain a bit of independence, and take control of your own learning. Where you go is pretty much up to you, with more than 100 unis to choose from in the UK. There is plenty of choice when it comes to choosing the city or town that you’ll call home while you study, and it’s all about finding the right place for you.

Southampton is one student city that comes up time and time again as one of the best places for bright minds to live and study. Each year, thousands of new student residents move in and get to experience everything that this city has to offer, which is why we’ve written this article to highlight the best bits of studying here.

1. OUTSTANDING EDUCATION

Whether you’re an academic type looking to kickstart your career in an area such as law, or you’re a artistic type seeking a more creative career path, Southampton has two universities that cover your needs. The University of Southampton has been named one of the top 100 universities in the world according to the QS university rankings. That means that this university is in the top 1% of all the world’s educational institutions, which would therefore make a degree from here look highly attractive on your CV.

Alternatively, Solent University offers plenty of highly-regarded creative courses and industry-focused degrees that will guide you into your chosen career. If you choose to study at Solent, you’ll benefit from good links to businesses (local and national) and well-connected course tutors.

2. IT’S AN ARTY PLACE TO LIVE

Fancy yourself as a bit of a creative type? Love to get involved in festivals and events? Southampton has a well-established creative community, with plenty of craft events, underground music, and unusual things to do. Pair this with the many clubs and societies on offer at both universities and you’ll find yourself meeting loads of like-minded people throughout your studies.

3. THE MUSIC VENUES

Not only is Southampton home to plenty of underground music venues such as The Talking Heads, where you can expect to see a range of lesser known live bands and DJs, but it’s also home to an O2 Academy: the go-to venue for more mainstream artists. This means that if you’re a fan of the more popular stuff, your favourite bands and singers are likely to visit at some point during your studies.

4. GETTING OUTDOORS

There are loads of opportunities to get outdoors when you live in Southampton, primarily because it’s set on the beautiful English coast, meaning you’re never too far away from loads of sea-related activities. You can expect watersports and coastal walks, making this a great place to get out and bond with your mates.

Not only can you head down to the seaside quite easily, but you’ve also got access to The Common: 365 acres of parkland and the perfect summer hangout. In fact, when the weather picks up, you can expect to find students from both universities relaxing near the lake or attending one of the many events that take place here.

5. IT’S GREAT FOR WANNABE DOCTORS

As we’ve said, Southampton University falls into the top 1% of worldwide universities on a whole, but did you also know that it has a great medical school? Wannabe doctors come from far and wide to experience what it’s like to learn from some of the best medical tutors around – plus, the city has great bus links, meaning medical students are always just a short journey from key locations such as hospitals and the library.

6. AMAZING NIGHTLIFE AND STUDENT CULTURE

Okay, so one of the main attractions for students in Southampton is the academic opportunity, but these two universities have paved the way for an amazing student culture. Southampton is a bustling student city, with loads to see and do.

There are plenty of bars, cafes, restaurants, and nightclubs here to keep students entertained throughout the academic year. In fact, we surveyed students from the city and asked them which places they thought were the best – see what they said here.

FIND THE RIGHT STUDENT CITY FOR YOU

Universities have turned loads of cities into busy student hubs, and places like Southampton have become go-to places for young people to study their chosen courses, to meet new people, and to get stuck into uni life. If you’re thinking about becoming one of these lucky students, take a look at our Southampton student accommodation.