University of Sunderland

University of Sunderland - Overview & Background

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Key Advantages of the University of Sunderland

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  QS Stars 5-Star rating for teaching quality and inclusiveness.
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  Over 70% of research rated world-leading or internationally excellent (REF 2021).
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  Strong global community with students from 100+ countries.
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  One-year work placement or internship opportunities available for most undergraduate and postgraduate courses.
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  London campus strategically located near Canary Wharf, providing exposure to global business hubs.

Sunderland University Jobs and Placements 

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  Employment Rate of Graduates: 93% of University of Sunderland graduates are employed or in further study within six months of graduation.

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  Top Recruiters: NHS, Nissan, BBC, Rolls-Royce, Procter & Gamble, and local councils in the North East region.

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  Career Support: Dedicated Careers and Employability Service offering internships, placements, and global career fairs.

Sunderland University Campus

Main Campus:

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  City Campus: City Centre, Sunderland, SR1 3SD, United Kingdom

Other Campus:

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  Sir Tom Cowie Campus at St Peter’s: St Peter’s Way, Sunderland, SR6 0DD, United Kingdom
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  London Campus: Marsh Wall, Canary Wharf, London, E14 9SG, United Kingdom
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  Hong Kong Campus: Tower 2, Times Square, Causeway Bay, Hong Kong

Residence at University of Sunderland

Accommodation at the Precinct:

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  Number of Rooms: 190
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  Cost of Rooms: £107 per week

Accommodation at Panns Bank:

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  Number of Rooms: NA
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  Cost of Rooms: from £88 per week

Accommodation at Scotia Quay:

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  Number of Rooms: NA
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  Cost of Rooms: from £125 per week

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Notable Alumni at University of Sunderland

Some distinguished alumni from the University of Sunderland include:

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  Steve Cram, athlete and world-record middle-distance runner
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  Jordan North, radio DJ and BBC Radio 1 presenter
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  Ortis Deley, television presenter, actor, and radio DJ
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  Terry Deary, children’s author best known for the Horrible Histories series
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  Richard Billingham, photographer and artist known for Ray’s A Laugh
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  Griselda Allan, acclaimed English painter

University of Sunderland Address

City Campus:

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  Edinburgh Building, Chester Road, Sunderland, SR1 3SD, United Kingdom.

Bus Service:

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  Multiple operators such as Stagecoach, Go North East and Arriva service the region; the university also provides a free campus bus linking campuses and residences.

Train Service:

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  Sunderland Railway Station provides national rail links and there’s a Metro stop servicing the university’s City Campus and Sir Tom Cowie Campus at St Peter’s.

Nearest Airport:

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  Newcastle International Airport – the closest major airport, less than 40 minutes away by car/Metro.

Nearest Hospital:

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  Sunderland Royal Hospital is the closest major hospital.

Recreational Sites:

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  Sunderland Museum & Winter Gardens
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  Mowbray Park
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  Roker & Seaburn Beaches
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  Stadium of Light
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  Herrington Country Park

University of Sunderland Map Location

Address: University of Sunderland, Edinburgh Building, City Campus, Chester Road, Sunderland, SR1 3SD, United Kingdom