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We achieved triple Gold in the latest Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF) – for student experience, for student outcomes, and overall. This Gold award recognises student experience and outcomes which are typically outstanding.
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AwardsEngineers of the future win global prize
Southampton Solent University is celebrating award-winning Mechanical Engineering students.
1 May 2025 - news
General newsBiomedical science at Solent leads the way with industry accreditation
The Institute of Biomedical Science has reaccredited Southampton Solent University for a further five years.
30 April 2025 - news
Student experienceSolent students support runners at the London Marathon
Sports and Exercise Therapy students supported runners at the 2025 London Marathon
28 April 2025 - news
Student experienceArmy recognition for Solent student
BSc (Hons) Sport and Exercise Psychology student, Olivia Venditto is celebrating the success of a collaboration with the British Army.
28 April 2025
Upcoming events
View all eventsOnline taster session: the VFX pipeline - a CGI and visual effects webinar
Wed 14 May
Virtual
The future of sports careers: CPD session for teachers and careers advisers
Thu 15 May
On-campus
Leadership Insights: Leading sustainably - local to global insights for tomorrow's leaders
Fri 16 May
On-campus
Step into the future of storytelling: XR and virtual production experience day
Mon 19 May
On-campus
Thinking of making a visit?
Solent University is located in the heart of Southampton city centre and within walking distance of Southampton Central train station.
Southampton is well connected with the rest of the UK, whether you plan to get here by car, train, plane, or ferry.
