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Havant and South Downs College

United Kingdom

Updated Sep 2026 · Source: hsdc.ac.uk · How we collect data

Overview

Institution Type: College
Control Type: Public
Havant and South Downs College crest

Havant and South Downs College (HSDC) is a further and higher education college based in Waterlooville, Hampshire, with further campuses in Havant and Alton.

It delivers a range of higher education programmes including foundation degrees in early years practice, HNC and HND qualifications in electrical, mechanical and manufacturing engineering, BA top-up degrees in early years and adult social care, and professional teacher training for the further education sector. HSDC serves students across South East Hampshire, combining vocational and technical further education with progression routes into higher-level qualifications and university-validated degrees.

Location & Contact

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Academic Details

Havant and South Downs College's key academic numbers — student body size, staffing, and accreditation context.

Total Students: 229

Programs Offered

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15 programmes on record. Compare these on the programs page All programs in United Kingdom

Honours Degree 3 programmes

Early Childhood
Early Childhood Education · 1 year

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Certificate 4 programmes

Foundation 1 programme

Higher Diploma 7 programmes

Business
Business Administration · 2 years

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Scholarships in United Kingdom

Funding routes available to students in the United Kingdom are listed below.

Cambridge Trust International Scholarship
Cambridge Trust · Foundation funded · International students · Renewable · Combined · Covers Living
Covers tuition fees at the international rate, an annual maintenance stipend, and support towards the student visa and Immigration Health Surcharge, for postgraduate (and some undergraduate) study at Cambridge; there is no separate application form.
Gates Cambridge Scholarship
Gates Cambridge Trust · Foundation funded · International students · Renewable · Combined
Funds full-time or part-time PhD study, the one-year MLitt, or (with some exceptions) other one-year postgraduate courses at the University of Cambridge; fee and stipend amounts are set through the University's own student-funding process rather than published on the eligibility page.
Rhodes Scholarship
Rhodes Trust · Foundation funded · International students · Renewable · 20,400 GBP per year · Combined · Covers Living, Travel
Covers University of Oxford course and college fees, an annual stipend of £20,400 (£1,700 a month, 2025-26 rate), the Oxford application fee, student visa and Immigration Health Surcharge costs, two economy flights to and from the UK, and a settling-in allowance.
Weidenfeld-Hoffmann Scholarships and Leadership Programme
Weidenfeld-Hoffmann Trust · Foundation funded · International students · Renewable · 18,622 GBP per year · Combined · Covers Living
Covers 100% of course fees and a living-cost grant (at least £18,622 a year through the St Antony's College partnership) for the full period of fee liability, plus participation in a tailored leadership programme.

How to apply to Havant and South Downs College

A five-step path through the application process at Havant and South Downs College.

  1. 1
    Research programmes at Havant and South Downs College

    Use the programme finder to browse Havant and South Downs College's 15 active programmes. Filter by keyword or scan by degree level. Read curriculum details on each programme's dedicated page if available.

  2. 2
    Review admissions criteria

    Programme-level requirements at Havant and South Downs College typically include academic transcripts, language proficiency proof, identity documents, and a personal statement or interview. Confirm specific requirements with the admissions office.

  3. 3
    Gather supporting documents

    Prepare academic transcripts, ID/passport copies, language proficiency proof, a personal statement, and reference letters. International candidates may need apostilled or notarised translations — start early to avoid deadline pressure.

  4. 4
    Lodge your application

    Havant and South Downs College takes undergraduate applications through the UCAS system (ucas.com). Postgraduate applicants apply directly through Havant and South Downs College's own admissions portal at www.hsdc.ac.uk instead.

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    Confirm receipt and track progress

    Confirm receipt of your application with the admissions office and keep an eye on your portal for status changes. Quick responses to any follow-up requests keep your application moving smoothly through the review process.

Frequently Asked Questions about Havant and South Downs College

Below are key facts about Havant and South Downs College, drawn directly from institutional records.

Where can I find Havant and South Downs College?

The institution is located in Waterlooville, United Kingdom.

Is Havant and South Downs College a public or private institution?

Havant and South Downs College is a public institution.

How many students does Havant and South Downs College have?

The institution has a student body of 229.

What is Havant and South Downs College's official website?

Havant and South Downs College's official website is www.hsdc.ac.uk.

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