Accommodation
Learn more about Solent student accommodation - where halls are located, residence support, and a guide for what your young person does - and doesn't! - need to bring with them when they move in.
Joining Southampton Solent University
Whether your young person is just starting to explore their options, preparing to apply, or getting ready to join us, we’re here to help you feel informed and confident every step of the way.
At Solent, we combine practical learning, strong student support and career-focused opportunities to help students thrive at university and beyond. Through industry-informed teaching, hands-on learning, and dedicated careers support, students graduate ready to take the next step in their careers. Alongside this, they'll become part of a welcoming community where they're supported to grow academically, personally and professionally.
- 0thin the UK for First/2:1 degrees, out of 130 institutions (Times Good Uni Guide 2026)
- Top0%for student satisfaction (Complete University Guide, 2025)
- 0thin the UK for teaching satisfaction, out of 123 institutions (Guardian University Guide 2027)
Support for wellbeing
Starting university and living away from home for the first time isn't just a big step for young people, it can be a big step for parents too. And we understand that. Our student support teams are on hand to provide guidance and a friendly ear in many areas, from wellbeing to funding, mental health to academic queries.Â
Our compact campus means our support services and teaching spaces are all in the same area, meaning you can be sure that your young person can easily drop into the Student Hub for direct access to help, should they require it.
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The university was really supportive; Seb has dyslexia and dyspraxia, so obviously there's challenges around that. And him going in and actually getting a degree... And he's come through and had amazing support from the university to get him to have a degree; it's helped him push through the barriers that he has and challenges that he has. They're so amazing.
Sharon Kandiah, Sebastian's mother
Support for studying
In addition to subject-related help from course tutors, your young person will have access to additional support to help them with their studies. Our student achievement team offer a wide range of study skills, such as producing assignments, referencing support, assistive technology support, resilience skills training, and employability support. Many of these resources are available online, meaning your young person can access them at a time that suits them best.
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Careers support
Our career-ready revolution is transforming the way every course is designed, taught, and connected to the world of work. The majority of our courses are built around real-world practice, industry connections, block teaching, and top learning opportunities. Solent students also receive careers support for life.
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Fees and funding
Understanding how student finance works, knowing about extra funding that's available, and helping your young person budget can be confusing. Read on for more information on money.
Applying to university
Read our guide on applying to Solent, from finding the right course, to entry requirements, and Clearing.
Life in Southampton
Southampton is a fantastic student city with plenty of green spaces, a buzzing city centre, and a tons of things to do. And the best part? Solent is right in the heart of it.
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If you'd like to receive information on supporting your young person in their university journey - from helping them to prepare, to navigating freshers' week and beyond, please use the form to give us your details and we'll be in touch.
Send me updatesHe wasn't sure what he was going to do, so I do recommend to everyone to come to all the open days that the university does, because as soon as we had the presentation with the lecturers, Eric said, "Mum can I start tomorrow?" It was fantastic and he's loved it.
Vlad Mileris, Nuria Sans-Ruiz, Eric Mileris' parents
Graduation - where it all comes together
For our students, it marks the culmination of years of dedication and hard work. For their families, it’s a chance to reflect on the journey and celebrate everything they’ve achieved along the way.Â
Hear from some of the families and supporters of Solent graduates about the journeys their loved ones have been on and the pride they feel about their achievements.
Come to an open day
Learn more about Solent and how we will prepare your young person for their career and support them during their studies at one of our on-campus open days.
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