Study Region

Studying in the South East

The South East covers the counties surrounding London — including Surrey, Kent, Hampshire, Berkshire, and Sussex. It suits students who want proximity to London without London prices, and who prefer a self-contained campus or a smaller city.

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Student life

Campuses here are often green, self-contained sites where accommodation, teaching, sport, and student services sit together, which many families find reassuring for a first year abroad. Towns are quieter than London but well served by shops, mosques, and international student communities.

Cost of living

Living costs are generally lower than in London, though they vary between towns.

Getting around

Many South East towns and cities have direct rail links to central London, and London's main airports are within reach, which can make travel home during holidays straightforward.

Types of institutions

A mix of established campus research universities and modern applied universities with strong placement and industry links, particularly in engineering, computing, and health.

How we recommend institutions

We do not publish or endorse lists of named universities. Specific institution recommendations are made individually during consultation, based on your academic profile, your preferred region, and — where applicable — your sponsoring body's approved list for the intake year.

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