There are many places and spaces to study or take a well-earned break on and around our campuses, so we have put together a list of highlights if you are looking for some inspiration this semester.
- The Arlott: A rainforest friendly, relaxing retreat – The Arlott is our palm oil free ethical destination on campus with a vibrant and modern space with both inside and outside areas. Enjoy a coffee or lunch alfresco while studying in the courtyard area or grab a bite inside when the sun isn’t shining.
- Valley Gardens: A peaceful hideaway tucked away in the corner of Highfield Campus. Visit the ‘secret garden’ for a spot of revision or group work in green surroundings.
- Building 100: A study spot with a view. One of the newest buildings on campus, you’ll find plenty of light, airy places to study, including group and individual study pods – not forgetting panoramic views of Southampton.
SUSU has it all – from food to coffee and outdoor places, visit the SUSU building on Highfield Campus for a range of places to study and take a break including:
- Below Deck: A bar by night offering food (and a cocktail after a long day of work!), Below Deck also has an outdoor courtyard space you can hang out in by day.
- The Bridge: Your students’ union coffee shop, offering coffee and food on campus in a space where you can study or relax.
- Plant Pot: The home of vegetarian and vegan food which also offers the ‘Veg Out Space’ directly next door.
- Library services: Including Hartley Library – one of the largest university libraries in the south of England. Open 24 hours a day, it’s a great place to study on your own or with a group. Visit the University website for opening hours for all our campus libaries.Top tip: Hartley Library gets busy between 11:00 and 16:00 on weekdays during this period so it’s recommended to find study spaces first thing in the morning and evening. If you are struggling to find a study space, speak to a member of the library team at the main helpdesk.
- Student Hub hangout space: The Student Hub not only offers you in-person support in Building 37 on questions and concerns relating to fees, financial support, accommodation, wellbeing, disability, careers and course administration, but also has a comfy hangout area with cushions and relaxing surroundings – an alternative space open to you throughout the year.
- Avenue Campus: Just minutes from the green spaces of Southampton Common, Avenue Campus includes a student common room.
- Central library and nearby cafes: Take advantage of the Central Library (southampton.gov.uk) in the Southampton city centre, and surrounding cafes if you like working with atmosphere and a buzz. Guildhall Square is a popular location!
If you’re still looking for inspiration, you can explore all our university campuses online as well as all our university workstations.
