University of Sunderland – Where Industry Connections Meet Student Success

About Sunderland
Ranked in the Top 50 UK universities (Guardian University Guide 2024), the University of Sunderland delivers career-focused education across two vibrant campuses. With 96% graduate employability (HESA 2023) and strong industry ties, we empower 20,000+ students from 100+ countries to turn ambition into achievement.

Academic Faculties & Career Pathways

1. Faculty of Business, Law & Tourism

• Accreditations: ACCA | CIM | CIPD

• Flagship programs:

  • MBA with SAP certification

  • LLB Law with courtroom simulation training

• Industry partners: EY | Nissan | Sunderland AFC

2. Faculty of Education & Society

• Ofsted Outstanding teacher training

• Unique offerings:

  • Prison education partnerships

  • UNESCO-recognized community projects

3. Faculty of Health Sciences

• NMC-approved nursing programs

• £1.2m Simulation Centre featuring:

  • Virtual hospital wards

  • Immersive ambulance simulator

• 100% placement rate for healthcare courses

4. Faculty of Technology

• £8m Future Technology Centre with:

  • Robotics lab

  • Cybersecurity operation center

• Degree apprenticeships with Siemens & Thales

Flagship Programs

• BSc (Hons) Nursing (Adult/Mental Health)

• MSc Artificial Intelligence

• BA (Hons) Journalism – Broadcast & digital pathways

• BEng (Hons) Mechanical Engineering

• MBA with Digital Leadership

Flexible study options: January/September starts | Foundation years | Degree apprenticeships

Campus Life & Location

City Campus

• Home to Business & Law schools

• Facilities include:

  • Law mock courtroom

  • Bloomberg Financial Lab

  • Student-run enterprise hub

St Peter’s Campus

• Riverside location with:

  • Marine Technology Centre

  • Media Production Centre (Sky partnership)

  • Living Lab for environmental research

Sunderland Advantages

• Most affordable UK student city (NatWest 2023)

• 15-min metro to Newcastle

• Stunning North Sea coastline

Student Experience

Industry Engagement

• Live briefs from NHS, BBC, Nissan

• Annual careers fair with 200+ employers

• Paid internship schemes

Student Community

• 120+ societies including:

  • Award-winning robotics team

  • Mooting Society

  • International cultural associations

Support Services

• 24/7 mental health support

• Dedicated disability advisors

• Free English language classes

Career Outcomes

Graduate Destinations:

• NHS | PwC | BBC | Rolls-Royce | Local Schools
  Entrepreneurial Success:

• 80+ student startups supported annually

“My nursing placement at Sunderland Royal Hospital led directly to my graduate role.”
– BSc Nursing graduate

Admissions & Scholarships

• Undergraduate: 104 UCAS points

• Postgraduate: 2:2 degree or experience

• International: IELTS 6.0 | £3,000 scholarships

• No-fee application process

Why Apply Through UNI Student Hub?
Our Sunderland applicants receive:
✅ Priority accommodation allocation
✅ Personal statement/portfolio reviews
✅ Visa application support
✅ Exclusive employer networking

Start Your Sunderland Journey
Contact us today for:

• Course recommendations

• Scholarship guidance

• Campus tour arrangements

Applications open for 2025/26 entry