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The University has some of the best new academic, library, sports, arts and accommodation facilities of any university in the UK, as well as one of the most envied Professional Training placement programmes in the world. This combination of prestige, expertise, resources and lifestyle is unique, and it’s all to be found here in the beautiful countryside of the Surrey Hills just half an hour from central London.
University of Surrey students benefit from discounted membership of Surrey Sports Park, giving access to a huge range of facilities, classes and activities, as well the opportunity to join sports clubs and represent Team Surrey.
The region around the University of Surrey is one of the engines of the economy, with thriving business sectors including finance, engineering, leisure and construction. Many of the most influential people choose to live among Surrey’s beautiful green hills, so you could be rubbing shoulders with major players right here in the restaurants of Guildford.
And with the University’s own thriving Research Park the home for some of the most innovative and successful high-tech companies in the country, you’ll be living, working and studying in the middle of a business community that’s just as ambitious and professional as you are.
The Careers Service works closely with all University Faculties to provide relevant and timely careers activities appropriate for the needs of our students. We offer a huge variety of talks and workshops many involving graduate recruiters.
In addition to promoting specific careers and employers, our events also provide expert advice on Effective Applications, CV Writing, Interview Skills, Assessment Centres and much more. The University recognises that students need thorough preparation if they are going to be successful when competing for sought after careers.
Surrey's website provides information to assist students with their job seeking and we also advertise a wide range of graduate job vacancies aimed at Surrey students and graduates.
One of the world’s great financial, political and cultural capitals is connected to Guildford by a short, fast, direct train link, so you can be in London for a breakfast and back again well before lunch. And if you need to go further away, you’ll find both Gatwick and Heathrow international airports right on our doorstep. But it’s not just the great transport links that make us the best place for you to be.
Enjoying all the benefits of the Courts of Residence on the Stag Hill campus, the University's accommodation at nearby Manor Park is situated in an area of great natural beauty. Designed as a car-free student village, with a subsidised bus service, Manor Park offers a first-class learning and living environment. In addition Hazel Farm on the edge of Guildford provides an affordable option with the added benefit of a free bus pass valid throughout the town. You can access the University easily from all of our Courts of Residence, whether on foot or by bus.