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Why Choose University of Sunderland?
Top 30 UK University with Career Focus
Ranked #27 in the UK (Guardian 2026), Sunderland excels in delivering professionally-oriented education. Its "modern civic university" model emphasizes teaching excellence and graduate outcomes over pure research, ensuring students are job-ready upon graduation
Outstanding Graduate Employability
With 92% of undergraduates and 94% of postgraduates employed within months of graduating, Sunderland outperforms the sector average. Strong partnerships with employers like Nissan, the NHS, and Microsoft provide direct recruitment pipelines and internship opportunities.
Unbeatable Affordability in the North East
Sunderland is the 2nd most affordable student city in the UK. With monthly living costs ranging from £650 to £850, students enjoy a high quality of life at a fraction of the cost of London or Manchester.
Guaranteed Pathway Progression with OnCampus
OnCampus Sunderland offers guaranteed progression to Year 2 of a degree for students who meet academic and English requirements. The International Year One (IY1) and Pre-Master's (PMP) programs provide a secure route to a UK degree with integrated support
World-Class Facilities & Specialist Campuses
Students access state-of-the-art facilities, including the £160m Student Life Building, a 360° ship simulator, and advanced engineering labs. The dual-campus model ensures specialist resources for business, media, health, and STEM disciplines.
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Course Highlights
OnCampus Pathway Programmes (IY1 & PMP)
|
Program |
Duration |
Annual Tuition (GBP) |
Intakes |
Notes |
|
2-Semester IY1 (Standard) |
9 months |
£13,707–£14,392 |
Sep, Jan |
Most common; 9 months teaching + exams |
|
3-Semester IY1 (Extended with ELM) |
12 months |
£17,460–£19,000 |
Sep, Jan |
Includes intensive English language module |
|
4-Semester IY1 (Extended with Extra ELM) |
15 months |
£21,000–£23,280 (est) |
Sep only |
For students needing 3+ semesters ELM |
|
2-Semester PMP (Standard) |
6 months |
£16,470–£18,000 |
Sep, Jan |
Postgraduate pathway; bridges to master's |
|
3-Semester PMP (Extended with ELM) |
9 months |
£19,960–£21,500 |
Sep, Jan |
Includes English Language Module |
Direct Entry Undergraduate Programs
|
Program Category |
Annual Tuition (GBP) |
Typical Duration |
Total Cost (Tuition Only) |
|
Business & Management |
£16,000–£17,000 |
3 years |
£48,000–£51,000 |
|
Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Electronic) |
£18,500–£19,500 |
3–4 years (sandwich optional) |
£55,500–£78,000 (with sandwich) |
|
Computing & IT |
£18,000–£19,000 |
3 years |
£54,000–£57,000 |
|
Nursing (Adult, Mental Health, Children's) |
£21,500–£23,000 |
3 years |
£64,500–£69,000 |
|
Pharmacy (MPharm) |
£22,000–£24,000 |
4 years |
£88,000–£96,000 |
|
Psychology |
£17,000–£18,000 |
3 years |
£51,000–£54,000 |
|
Law (LLB) |
£19,000–£20,000 |
3 years |
£57,000–£60,000 |
|
Media & Communications |
£17,000–£18,000 |
3 years |
£51,000–£54,000 |
|
Sports & Exercise Science |
£17,500–£18,500 |
3–4 years (sandwich optional) |
£52,500–£74,000 (with sandwich) |
|
Art & Design |
£17,000–£18,000 |
3 years |
£51,000–£54,000 |
Direct Entry Postgraduate (Master's) Programs
|
Program Title |
Duration |
Annual Fee (Int'l) |
Entry Requirement |
|
MBA (Generic) |
1 year |
£18,000–£20,000 |
Bachelor's + 2–3 yrs work exp. preferred |
|
MSc Data Science |
1 year |
£18,500–£19,500 |
Bachelor's in Maths/STEM preferred |
|
MSc Computing |
1 year |
£18,000–£19,000 |
Bachelor's in any discipline; conversion available |
|
MSc Applied Cybersecurity |
1 year |
£18,500–£19,500 |
IT/STEM background preferred |
|
MSc Applied Project Management |
1 year |
£17,500–£18,500 |
Bachelor's (any discipline); 2+ yrs work exp. valued |
|
MSc Finance & Management |
1 year |
£18,000–£19,000 |
Accounting/business undergrads |
|
MSc Human Resource Management |
1 year |
£17,500–£18,500 |
Psychology, business, or related undergrad |
|
MSc International Business Management |
1 year |
£18,000–£19,500 |
Business undergrads |
|
MA Education |
1–2 years |
£15,500–£17,000 |
Bachelor's (any); teachers upskilling |
|
MA Journalism |
1 year |
£17,500–£18,500 |
Bachelor's preferred; portfolio required |
|
MA Public Relations |
1 year |
£17,000–£18,000 |
Communications, business, marketing backgrounds |
|
LLM Commercial Law & International Trade |
1 year |
£19,000–£20,500 |
Bachelor of Laws (LLB) or conversion-qualified |
|
MSc Public Health |
1 year |
£18,000–£19,500 |
Bachelor's in health-related discipline |
|
MSc Psychology (Conversion) |
1 year |
£18,000–£19,000 |
Non-psychology undergrads |
|
MSc Sports & Exercise Sciences |
1 year |
£17,500–£18,500 |
Sports science or related undergrad |
|
MSc Engineering Management |
1 year |
£18,000–£19,500 |
BEng in engineering or related discipline |
|
MSc Pharmaceutical & Biopharmaceutical Formulations |
1 year |
£18,500–£20,000 |
Pharmacy, chemistry, or science undergrad |
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Popular Study Areas
Business & Management
Computing & IT
Engineering (General)
Nursing & Health Professions
Psychology
Law
Media & Communication
English Studies
Criminology
Pharmacy & Pharmacology
Tourism & Hospitality Management
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Entry Requirements
Undergraduate Direct Entry:
- Academic (India): 70-85% in Class XII (Board dependent).
- English: IELTS 6.0 overall (min 5.5).
- Prerequisites: Maths/Physics for Engineering; Biology for Health.
Postgraduate Direct Entry:
- Academic: Bachelor's degree with 55% (UK 2:2 equiv) or 60% (UK 2:1).
- English: IELTS 6.0-6.5 overall.
- Experience: 2-3 years for MBA.
OnCampus Pathway Entry:
- IY1 Academic: Class XII 50-60% (Business/Humanities); 65-75% (Science/Engineering).
- IY1 English: IELTS 4.5-5.5.
- PMP Academic: Bachelor's 50%+.
- PMP English: IELTS 5.0-5.5.
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Scholarships at University of Sunderland
£5,000 reduction
£4,500 reduction
Up to £4,000
20% fee waiver
£500–£1,000
£1,500–£3,000
£2,000–£5,000
£3,500–£8,000/yr
£5,000–£12,000
£2,000–£8,000/yr
£2,000
£3,000
£2,500
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Student Support Services
The Learning Hub provides free writing clinics and subject-specific tutoring. Libraries offer 24/7 access and extensive digital resources.
A dedicated advisor assists with visas and cultural adjustment. Orientation weeks and a buddy system ensure a smooth transition.
Free counselling, mental health support, and 24/7 crisis assistance are available. Disability services offer comprehensive study support.
Guaranteed first-year housing for international students, with support for private rentals in later years.
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