University of Surrey
University of Surrey
The University of Surrey is a public research university in Guildford, Surrey, England. The university received its royal charter in 1966, along with a number of other institutions following recommendations in the Robbins Report. The institution was previously known as Battersea College of Technology and was located in Battersea Park, London. Its roots however, go back to Battersea Polytechnic Institute, founded in 1891 to provide further and higher education in London, including its poorer inhabitants.
High Student Satisfaction & Rankings – Ranked 11th in the UK for student satisfaction and 12th in the Complete University Guide 2025.
Top Careers & Employability Support – Awarded Best University Careers/Employability Service in the UK, with 95% of graduates in work or further education.
World-Leading Professional Training Placements – Pioneered placement programs for 60+ years, ranked 1st in the UK for employer partnerships.
Excellence in Key Subjects – Ranked 1st in the UK for IT & Systems, Paramedic Science, and Tourism & Travel Studies.
Global Recognition – Ranked 233rd in the world (Times Higher Education 2025) and 15th globally for Hospitality & Leisure Management.
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Guildford, Surrey
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