Summary
The University of Sunderland offers life-changing opportunities for 27,500 students across its four campuses in Sunderland, London, Hong Kong, and through global partnerships with learning institutions in 15 countries. Key strengths are health, sciences, education, advanced manufacturing, software, and creative industries. The university develops highly skilled graduates through career-focused teaching and learning, and by supporting students from all backgrounds.
Student statistics
These stats give you an idea of what the student population looks like at this university.
Study level
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Undergraduate75%Postgraduate25%
Study mode
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Full-time84%Part-time16%
Student population LARGE
- 15,001–25,000 students
Where students come from
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UK81%International14%EU5%
Student gender
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Male 39%Female 61%
League table performance
See the latest league table performance of this university - overall, by subject, and its ranking during the past five years.
University League Table 2024
Ranking breakdown
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Overall score
/ Max 1000589 59%75th
8 -
Entry standards
/ Max 212129 61%72nd
12 -
Student satisfaction
/ Max 53.98 80%22nd
8 -
Research quality
/ Max 42.75 69%88th
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Research intensity
/ Max 10.13 13%123rd
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Academic services spend
/ Max 30331997 66%35th
7 -
Facilities spend
/ Max 2103569 27%83rd
1 -
Student - staff ratio
/ Min 10.313.919th
38 -
Continuation
/ Max 10086.6 87%118th
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Graduate prospects – outcomes
/ Max 10061.1 61%114th
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Graduate prospects – on track
/ Max 10072.6 73%79th
Subject League Tables 2024
- Accounting & Finance
- Art & Design
- Biological Sciences
- Biomedical Sciences
- Business & Management Studies
- Childhood & Youth Studies
- Communication & Media Studies
- Computer Science
- Counselling, Psychotherapy & Occupational Therapy
- Drama, Dance & Cinematics
- Education
- Electrical & Electronic Engineering
- English
- Health Studies
- Law
- Manufacturing & Production Engineering
- Marketing
- Mechanical Engineering
- Music
- Nursing
- Paramedic Science
- Pharmacology & Pharmacy
- Psychology
- Social Work
- Sociology
- Sports Science
- Tourism, Transport, Travel & Heritage Studies
Overall ranking
95th out of 104
Subject ranking trend - past 5 years
Accounting & Finance ranking breakdown
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Overall score
/ Max 10068.5 69%95th
3 -
Entry standards
/ Max 227119 52%53rd
28 -
Student satisfaction
/ Max 54.11 82%23rd
2 -
Research quality
/ Max 4n/a -
Continuation
/ Max 10084.7 85%96th
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Graduate prospects
/ Max 10050.0 50%76th
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Campus locations
Study options
Discover degree options and the different types of courses at this university.
For undergraduate courses
Frequently asked questions
With so many courses available at the university you’re bound to find the right one for you. Join an inclusive and welcoming community with courses that include work-related learning and clubs and societies to explore your interests – from sports to hobbies, cultural to faith. University of Sunderland is proud of its high-quality teaching and support, find them on our league table to see where they rank and how their strengths can help your university experience.
Good news! Studies, including research by HESA (the Higher Education Statistics Agency) and the University of Warwick, have found that graduates have a higher average salary than those who didn't go to uni. You can use a degree to explore subjects you are interested in and to find work in a field that you are passionate about, setting you up for a career that inspires you every day.
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