University Of Sunderland

Overview

The University was formed in order to address the regional imbalance of medical education spaces across England and to provide access to the medical profession, and was named as one of only five new medical schools in the UK in 2018. In September 2019, the School of Medicine will welcome its initial class of students.

Sunderland Technical College was established in 1901 and became the University of Sunderland in 1992. It has four campuses: two on the northeast coast of England in Sunderland, one in London where business, tourism, and nursing degrees are taught, and a brand-new one in Hong Kong.

The University of Sunderland enjoys strong ties to business and industry as well as tight collaborations with numerous top blue-chip firms. Many students’ complete internships with these businesses as part of their degrees, with engineering and media having particularly strong ties. In their feedback from the Teaching Excellence Framework , assessors recognized the university’s incorporated professional practice and the concrete contribution made by business and industry partners to program content.

The University of Sunderland places a high priority on its connections with business, and each faculty has its own cooperative business partners to help shape the content of the programs, work together on research projects or degree apprenticeships, give guest lectures, or offer internship opportunities to students and graduates.



History

Since Benedict Bishop constructed St. Peter’s Church and the monastery there in 674 AD, university of Sunderland has been a significant center for education. North of the Alps, the largest scriptorium was located in St. Peter’s Church. The Sir Tom Cowie Campus at St. Peter’s of the University of Sunderland has been built in this region.

Sunderland Technical College– The founding of Sunderland Technical Institution as a municipal training college in 1901 is where the university’s present roots may be found. Sandwich courses were introduced for the first time. A total of four departments were present when it first started: Chemistry, Mechanical Civil Engineering, Physics Electrical Engineering, and Commerce Languages. Other topics, such as Latin and navigation, were taught by part-time lecturers. More than three times as many students as anticipated- 671 students enrolled in the first year.

Sunderland Polytechnic– the Technical College, the School of Art, and the Sunderland Teacher Training College were all incorporated into the new institution that became Sunderland Polytechnic on January 26, 1969. (Established in 1908). Sunderland was one of the first of 30 Polytechnics, whose goal was to teach both academically rigorous and professionally relevant subjects.

Polytechnics are also known as technology universities in other nations. Their primary emphasis was on applied education for the workplace, and while their foundations were in engineering and applied science, they also established humanities-focused departments.

Students Statistics

  • Graduate Job Rate 94.2%
  • Percentage of International Students 36%
  • Number of Students in the University 19,531
  • Undergraduate – 15,153 75%
  • Postgraduate- 4,028 25%
  • Student population 61.8%
  • Female students 61.4%
  • Male students 80.3%
  • Non-disabled students 87.2%
  • Disabled students 12.8%
  • Non-UK 26.6%
  • Full-time 84%
  • Part time 16%
  • UK students 81%

  • Ranking & Achievements

    University of Sunderland rankings–

  • 77th (Times University Guide 2022)
  • 92nd (Guardian University Guide 2022)

  • According to its Accounting & Finance Ranking, The Complete University Guide placed Sunderland among the top 100 universities in the UK.

    However, in its Business and Management Studies (UK) ranking, it has dropped Sunderland’s standing from 88th rank for 2017 to 119th rank for 2021. This demonstrates that the university of Sunderland has fallen short on important criteria like graduation prospects, degree completion, and high honors.

    Faculties

    Through their five distinctive Faculties, they support students in achieving academic achievement across a wide range of fields and disciplines.

    The University of Sunderland’s faculties & are-

  • Faculty of Arts and Creative Industries
  • Faculty of Business, Law and Tourism
  • Faculty of Education and Society
  • Faculty of Health Sciences and Wellbeing
  • Faculty of Technology
  • Fees & Scholarships

  • Undergraduate- Tuition fees are £13,000 for 2022/23
  • Postgraduate- International tuition fees are between £13,000 and £16,500 for 2022/23
  • Scholarships for international students-

  • International Scholarship- Up to £1,400
  • AI and Data Science Scholarship- £10,000

  • Courses

    Undergraduate Courses

  • Accounting and Finance (with Professional Exemptions)
  • Accounting and Financial Management (Top-Up)
  • Adult Nursing Practice
  • Animation and Games Art
  • Artist Designer Maker: Glass and Ceramics
  • Automotive Engineering (Top-Up)
  • Biochemistry
  • Biology Education with QTS
  • Biomedical Science
  • Biopharmaceutical Science
  • Business and Financial Management
  • Business and Human Resource Management
  • Business and Management
  • Business and Management (Stage 3)
  • Business and Marketing Management
  • Business Intelligence Data Analytics (Top-Up)
  • Chemistry Education with QTS
  • Childhood and Society Studies (Top-Up)
  • Childhood Studies
  • Children's and Young People's Nursing Practice
  • Clinical Psychology
  • Community and Youth Work Studies
  • Computer Science
  • Computer Systems Engineering (Top-Up)
  • Computing Education with QTS
  • Cosmetic Science
  • Counselling (Top-Up)
  • Criminology
  • Cyber security and Digital Forensics
  • Design Technology Education with QTS
  • Education Studies
  • Electronic and Electrical Engineering
  • Electronic and Electrical Engineering (4 Years)
  • Electronic and Electrical Engineering (Top-Up)
  • Engineering Education with QTS
  • English: Creative and Professional Writing
  • Events Management
  • Fashion Design and Promotion
  • Fashion Journalism
  • Film and Media
  • Film Production
  • Fine Art
  • Forensic Psychology
  • Game Development
  • Graphic Design
  • Health and Social Care
  • Illustration and Design
  • Information and Communication Technology (Top-up)
  • International Tourism and Hospitality Management
  • International Tourism and Hospitality Management (Top-Up)
  • Journalism
  • Law
  • Learning Disability Nursing Practice
  • Manufacturing Engineering
  • Manufacturing Engineering (4 Years)
  • Manufacturing Engineering (Top-Up)
  • Marketing
  • Mass Communications (Top-Up)
  • Mathematics Education with QTS
  • Mechanical Engineering
  • Mechanical Engineering (4 Years)
  • Mechanical Engineering (Top-Up)
  • Media Production
  • Media, Culture and Communication
  • Medicinal Chemistry
  • Mental Health Nursing Practice
  • Music (Top-Up)
  • Network Systems Engineering (Top-Up)
  • Networks and Cyber security
  • Nursing (Top-Up)
  • Nutrition, Exercise and Health
  • Performing Arts
  • Pharmacy
  • Photography, Video and Digital Imaging
  • Physical Education and Youth Sport
  • Physical Education with QTS
  • Physics with Mathematics Education with QTS
  • Physiological Sciences
  • Policing Studies (Top-Up)
  • Primary Education with QTS
  • Primary Education with SEND
  • Professional Policing
  • Psychology
  • Psychology with Counselling
  • Screen Performance
  • Social Media Management
  • Social Work
  • Sociology
  • Sport and Exercise Sciences
  • Sports Coaching
  • Sports Journalism
  • Tourism and Aviation Management
  • Tourism Management

  • Postgraduate Courses

  • Applied Computing
  • Applied Cyber security
  • Applied Data Science
  • Applied Project Management
  • Business Education
  • Childhood and Youth Studies
  • Commercial Law and International Trade
  • Computer Science Secondary Education
  • Computing
  • Cosmetic Science
  • Criminal Law and Procedure
  • Cyber security
  • Data Science
  • Design
  • Digital Marketing and Analytics
  • Drug Discovery and Development
  • Early Years Teaching (IDL)
  • Education (Full-time)
  • Electronic Engineering
  • Engineering Management
  • English Secondary Education
  • English Studies
  • Extended Award
  • Finance and Management
  • Geography Secondary Education
  • Human Resource Management (CIPD accredited)
  • Inequality and Society
  • International Business Management
  • International Human Rights
  • Journalism / Journalism (Sports)
  • Law
  • Leadership in Criminal Justice and Policing
  • Manufacturing Engineering
  • Marketing
  • Marketing (Professional Practice)
  • Mathematics Education 1 Year with QTS
  • MBA
  • MBA (24 Months)
  • MBA (Finance)
  • MBA (HRM)
  • MBA (Marketing)
  • MBA (Professional Practice)
  • MBA (Top-Up)
  • Mechanical Engineering
  • Media Production (Film and Television)
  • Modern Foreign Languages (MFL) Education with Recommendation for QTS
  • Nursing
  • Online Commercial Law
  • Online International Law
  • Online Laws
  • Online Management with Law
  • Pharmaceutical and Bio Pharmaceutical Formulations
  • Pharmaceutical Sciences for the Overseas Pharmacist Assessment Program
  • Post Compulsory Education and Training (PCET)
  • Primary Education
  • Project Management
  • Psychological Research Methods
  • Psychology (Conversion)
  • Public Health
  • Public Relations
  • Radio, Audio and Podcasting
  • Science with Biology Secondary Education
  • Science with Chemistry Secondary Education
  • Science with Physics Secondary Education
  • Secondary History Education with QTS PGCE
  • Secondary Religious Education with QTS
  • Social Work
  • Special Educational Needs, Disability and Inclusion
  • Sport and Exercise Sciences
  • Sustainable Tourism
  • Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL)
  • Tourism and Aviation
  • Tourism and Events
  • Tourism and Hospitality
  • Visual Practice

  • Research Courses

  • Existing Published or Creative Work
  • Higher Doctorate
  • Philosophy (1.5 Years)
  • Philosophy (4 Years)
  • Professional Doctorate
  • Pre-sessional Courses

  • English for Academic Purposes (Course A)
  • English for Academic Purposes (Course B)
  • English for Academic Purposes (Course C)
  • English for Academic Purposes (Course D)

  • Facilities & Services

  • Sports and social clubs
  • Beautiful campus facilities
  • Awarded the prestigious Blue Flag status in 2022 for their cleanliness and facilities.
  • Support services
  • Crime Prevention team
  • Provides UV pens and an engraving tool for marking property.
  • 50m pool
  • Dry ski slope
  • An LTA accredited tennis center
  • Athletics track
  • Health and Wellbeing service
  • Café and Gym service
  • Library facilities
  • Indoor facilities
  • The Sciences Complex
  • The David Goldman Technology Centre
  • Media Centre
  • Living Lab
  • Free airport picks up service

  • Accommodation

    All first-year students in Sunderland are guaranteed an offer of housing in one of the university’s five residential halls. More than 2,000 rooms are offered, with different options like private bathrooms, shared bathrooms, and sizes ranging from medium to extremely big. Flats with shared kitchens are where the rooms are located. With fully functional kitchens and on-site laundry facilities, all halls are self-catered. WIFI and personal property insurance are both included in the rent, and a free campus bus service connects all residence halls to both campuses.

    Transport

    University employees and students who present a current Campus Card are entitled to free transportation on the Sunderland Connect Bus. With bus stops located right outside, the bus service passes by Clanny House. Every 15 minutes, the service shuttles between the campuses. Students are shuttled between the Sir Tom Cowie Campus at St. Peter’s and the City Campus.

    University personnel and students are permitted to park for free at the Stadium of Light and commute to the university via the 700/701 route thanks to a cooperation with Sunderland AFC. The Sir Tom Cowie Campus is reached in about five minutes, and the City Campus in around 20.

    FAQ’s

    What are the rankings for Sunderland University?

    101-150 (QS world ranking), 92nd (The Complete University Guide), 92nd (The Guardian).

    Is Sunderland a good university?

    Named as one of only five new medical schools in the UK in 2018.

    What is Sunderland University famous for?

    The arts and creative industries, sciences, computing, engineering, and manufacturing are well-known.

    Is Sunderland good for international students?

    One of the most popular universities in the UK for foreign students is the University of Sunderland.

    Is the University of Sunderland affordable?

    According to a 2018 Prospects Luminate poll on “Graduate earnings in the UK,” Sunderland is the second most inexpensive city in the UK. Budgeting comfortably is much simpler at Sunderland than it is at other universities.