University of Surrey

Surrey ranks 21st in the Complete University Guide 2027 and 246th in the QS World University Rankings 2027. Its subject results include first place for hospitality, event management and tourism in the Guardian University Guide 2027. Explore the university’s latest rankings for more detail.

Surrey’s Professional Training placements give students on participating courses the opportunity to build experience alongside their degree. The placements team supports students through applications, their time at work and their return to study. The Employability and Careers service also offers careers advice, application support, workshops and employer events, with support available for up to three years after graduation.

Standard full-time Home undergraduate tuition fees are £9,790 for 2026/27, with £10,050 published for 2027/28 entry. International and postgraduate fees depend on your course, and foundation or placement years can have different charges. Check your chosen course page for the relevant entry year, annual tuition costs and any additional expenses before planning your budget.

For 2026/27 entrants, the University of Surrey Bursary offers eligible full-time Home undergraduates £3,000 a year where household income is below £10,000, or £1,200 where it is £10,000–£25,000. Applicants must also meet postcode criteria, normally living in an area within IMD quintiles 1 or 2, alongside the scheme’s other conditions. Student Finance England income assessment and consent to share financial information are required. Eligibility is reviewed annually, and payments do not cover Professional Training Years or repeat periods of study.