International students

We are proud that international scholars make up one third of our student population.

We welcome you with open arms and offer you exceptional support on our beautiful, green campuses.

We focus on your future career from day one.

We are here to help you before you leave home, during your journey, when you arrive and after you graduate.

International Offer Holder Webinar Series

Confirming your place at Surrey

Join us for this session to learn about how to confirm your place at Surrey. From providing the required documents, to thinking about your visa application, we’ll be answering your questions on the next steps. We’ll talk you through the key dates and make sure you know how to apply for accommodation by the upcoming deadline. We’ll also share some top tips on how to prepare for University over the summer holidays!

Date: Wednesday 3 July 2024
Time: 2-3pm (BST)

RESERVE YOUR PLACE

Getting ready to arrive at Surrey next month

Not long to go until you are a Surrey student! This session will talk through how to apply for your student visa, securing accommodation and the support services that you can familiarise yourself with, ahead of arriving on campus. We will share top tips about what to do over the next few weeks, to make your arrival to University (and the UK) as smooth as possible!

Date: Monday 19 August 2024
Time: 9 -10am (BST)

RESERVE YOUR PLACE

£5,000 International Excellence Award

This prestigious award recognises academic excellence and is awarded to self-funded undergraduate students starting a bachelor's degree at the University of Surrey in September 2024.

This fee discount for international students’ first year of study is awarded through assessment of previous academic performance, predicted grades and personal statement.

Discover and apply

University of Surrey: campus tour

International student, Daniella, takes us around her favourite places on campus and tells us why she loves the University of Surrey. Explore the beautiful green outdoors, MySurrey Hive, Surrey Sports Park and more.

International student blogs

Read the experiences of other international students at Surrey.

Students walking out of Angel Gate in Guildford town centre

Historical, cosmopolitan Guildford

Castle and cobbles, nightlife and shopping - Zach explores.

Accommodation on Manor Park campus

Hassan shares his experiences of living in student accommodation.

From the Canary Islands to Guildford

Miguel describes how he’s adapted to life at Surrey.

Prepare for your arrival

We will be emailing you later in the summer with details of preparing for your arrival. In the meantime, have a browse through these international students’ guides.