The latest available figures* show that 94% of our recent graduates were in employment or further study. This is a higher figure than that achieved by graduates from Oxford, Cambridge, Southampton and Warwick.
* Figures from the Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA)
Our Professional Training placement programme is admired by other universities around the world.
Over 1,000 partner organisations work with us to provide students from all parts of the University with vital experience of the professional environment. What makes our Professional Training placements so good? They’re built into your degree programme, not bolted onto it.
Our campus hosts major national facilities such as the Ion beam Centre, which academics from other universities come here to use. These facilities allow our Award-winning researchers to change the world in important fields such as safe water, sustainable energy, communication, disease control and health.
£12m Ivy Arts Centre and Guildford School of Acting; £36m Surrey Sports Park, host to 15 teams; £35m 5G Research Centre for the next generation of mobile communications; £47m School of Veterinary Science; £70m Manor Park student village; £13m new Library & Learning Centre.
A confidential support service for disabled and dyslexic students, ALS can give you advice about study-related support from the Disabled Students Allowance (DSA).
Our services and facilities are constantly being improved. We aim to create an environment which welcomes disabled and dyslexic students, enabling you to participate fully in university life.
Situated on the side of Stag Hill not far from Guildford’s town centre, the University campus is self contained.
All facilities are close to each other and the campus setting offers a controlled environment to live and study. Staff are easily contactable and amenities are on hand.
As the campus is on the side of a hill, ground floor levels between buildings can vary widely. Level changes in footpaths are generally stepped which can cause difficulty for students with mobility problems. However, there are routes to most places on campus using ramps.
If you have mobility difficulties, you should also contact the Faculty Fire Officer (through the Academic Faculty Office) who will discuss an evacuation plan with you. We recommend that you visit the campus in advance to ensure that we meet your needs.
Our Assistive Technology Centre (ATC) is based in the Library and is an invaluable resource for many students.
It utilises the potential of technology to support students with disabilities, offering specialist software and the potential to loan certain equipment.
Many disabled students have concerns about access and support in Higher Education. We aim to make your transition to university life as smooth as possible.
Most of the campus and its buildings are generally accessible to students with mobility difficulties.
Students who have most successfully managed the campus have powered wheel chairs, mobility scooters or use their own cars.
Our learning support tutors will respond to your individual needs and plan sessions with you accordingly.
We aim to support your study skills in areas such as organising projects, essays or portfolios; improving internet skills; planning a presentation using PowerPoint; how you manage your time; referencing and bibliographies; revision and exam techniques; your memory skills; and development of your reading skills.
Additional Learning Support offers a range of services, including mentoring and one-to-one learning support, and can arrange examination adjustments. Find out more.
There are numerous parking bays close to academic buildings and residential accommodation which are reserved for disabled drivers or their carers. Our Security Department will be able to advise the most suitable spaces for you to use.
Blue badge holders who are members of the University are automatically entitled to a University Disabled Permit free of charge. This entitles the holder to park in any of the University car parks and disabled bays for unlimited periods.
Non-blue badge holders who wish to have a University Disabled Permit because of an existing medical need may also be eligible, subject to confirmation from the Guildowns University Medical Centre or their own GP. Please note that standard prices apply to this type of disabled permit. All parking permit applications are made online and further information can be found at the following website:
