UniHomes guide to
Surrey
Uni Life in Surrey
Key reasons to study in Surrey
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1Entertainment and nightlife
University of Surrey student life embodies the Friday night feeling, with Guildford town centre offering access to a choice of fabulous clubs, pubs, and music venues. While the Students’ Union serves as your starting point, there are also top cocktails at The Fallen Angel, electric atmospheres at Labyrinth, and themed nights at Thirty3hz. To watch incredible musicians doing what they do best, give The Ivory Lounge a go.
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2Transport links
Student life in Surrey is made easier with its excellent transport links. The Surrey LINK Card gives under 20s 50% off adult fares, while the Stagecoach StudentRider also offers bus discounts. There’s a night bus to get you back safely after a night out, while cycling is also on the up in Guildford. For those who enjoy big city life, you’re only a 30-minute train away from London, where there is so much more exploring to do!
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3Outdoor adventures
Our University of Surrey student life guide wouldn’t be complete without mentioning the county’s incredible nature, which draws tourists from all over. You’ll be spoilt for choice by green spaces here, with Surrey Hills National Landscape and Guildford’s Riverside Nature Reserve to keep you busy. Whether you enjoy walking, horse riding, or cycling, this is the place to be!
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4Academic reputation
Our University of Surrey student guide has to give a mention to the institution itself and its strong academic reputation. The university holds a high student satisfaction and strong subject rankings, particularly in Tourism, Engineering, and Food Science, consistently ranking in the top 30 overall. What’s more, Surrey is one of the safest UK universities.
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5Guildford’s top foodie spots
Students love Guildford’s diverse options, including pan-Asian cuisine at Ivy Asia, Greek food at Theion, and contemporary Thai dishes at Thai Terrace. There are also other familiar favourites like Turtle Bay, where you can be sure to snag some student perks!
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6Shop ‘til you drop
If you’re a shopaholic, you’re sure to enjoy student life in Surrey, with Guildford town centre offering The Friary, a shopping centre packed with over 50 shops, including well-known brands and plenty of student offers. You may also be a fan of shopping along Guildford’s cobbled High Street, where a farmers’ market pops up every month.
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Universities in Surrey
University of Surrey
Founded in 1966, the University of Surrey is regarded for its high employability rates and top-ranking hospitality and tourism courses. Situated in Guildford, this institution places a strong focus on career-ready education.
Royal Holloway University
Royal Holloway University is a research-intensive institution, renowned for its gorgeous campus and its notable alumni, including suffragette Emily Davison! You’ll find over 12,000 students here from more than 130 countries.
Kingston University London, Kingston Hill Campus
Kingston University London hosts a vibrant community of over 20,000 students from across the globe. The Kingston Hill Campus is a leafy site with a focus on business, education, health, social care, and music students.
University for the Creative Arts
The University for the Creative Arts was formed from the Kent and Surrey Institutes of Art and Design in 2005. This specialist art and design university focuses on the creative arts, architecture, and other aspects of design, as well as film production.
St Mary's University
Established in 1850 as a teacher training college, St Mary’s University is a high-ranking institution located on a beautiful, historic campus in Strawberry Hill, Twickenham. Home to approximately 6,000 students, it is famous for its focus on sports science and teaching.
Kingston University - Penrhyn Road Campus
Kingston University’s Penrhyn Road Campus is based in South West London, just a short walk from the centre of Kingston upon Thames. As the university's central hub, it houses courses in science and computing, featuring the award-winning Town House building.
Student Life in Surrey
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Frequently Asked Questions
Student life in Surrey offers a nice mix of student nights, beautiful surroundings, and social opportunities. There are over 170 societies at the University of Surrey, so there's bound to be something you like!
Students typically live in Guildford near the University of Surrey's campus and a good range of nightlife and study spots. However, Egham and Kingston upon Thames are also popular, featuring houses and flats to suit varying group sizes.