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Postgraduate

Whether you want to study at master's or PhD level, we have the experts, facilities and support to help you achieve your dreams. We are:

Postgraduate open days and visits

Explore Southampton on a campus tour, at a virtual information event or at an Open Day.

Our postgraduate information events will restart later in the year. Register your interest now to find out as soon as they open.

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Fees and funding

Find out more about postgraduate tuition fees and any discounts, scholarships or other funding options you might be eligible for.

 
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Order a prospectus

Download the postgraduate prospectus to find out more about life as a postgraduate student at Southampton.

 
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Your guide to postgraduate study

What is postgraduate study? What courses are available and how much does it cost? We've prepared a guide to help answer your questions.

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Sparking intellectual debate

Discover our Distinguished Lecture series; where students and staff are invited to listen to experts on a broad range of topics.

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A network of 3,000 researchers

As a PhD researcher at Southampton you'll have automatic membership of our Doctoral College, offering training and development.

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We offer a 10% alumni discount

If you're applying for postgraduate study as a University of Southampton alumnus you'll receive a 10 per cent fees discount.

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Dedicated PG accommodation

Our modern City Gateway hall of residence is exclusively for postgraduate and mature students and offers a wealth of amenities.

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Sport and wellbeing facilities

Whether you want to swim, join a sports team or hit the gym to unwind, our outstanding facilities and expert fitness staff will meet your needs.

 
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Dedicated careers service

Whatever stage you're at in your studies, our Careers & Employability Service can offer invaluable help and advice.

 

Explore our facilities

You will be supported in your studies by our specialist research, study and leisure facilities. Take a look at our slideshow for a sample of what's on offer here, or explore our full range of research facilities .

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The Large Anechoic Chamber, part of the Institute of Sound and Vibration Research.
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Boldrewood Innovation Campus is home to our 138m towing tank.
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The University is home to a driving simulator with real car controls and a 135-degree field of view.
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Our flight simulator plays a crucial role in testing student design projects.
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Our Special Collections are home to rare manuscripts of historical interest.
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Our wind tunnels are used for a wide variety of research activities.
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Our rooftop observatories are equipped with high-quality telescopes and CCD detectors.
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One of the University's many purpose-built study areas.
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Ocean and Earth Science students will benefit from our purpose-built research vessel.
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Keep mentally and physically alert with our wide range of sport and wellbeing facilities.
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Our University fleet includes a yacht for use by students, staff and the wider community.
 

Find out how to apply

Ready to make the next move?

Our step-by-step guides will tell you everything you need to know about applying for postgraduate taught or research study.

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*The Russell Group is an organisation of 24 top UK universities committed to the highest research and teaching standards

**QS World University Rankings, 2025

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