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University of Suffolk

Ipswich, United Kingdom • Founded 2007

Updated Sep 2026 · Source: uos.ac.uk

Overview

English Name: University of Suffolk
Acronyms: UCS
Founded: 2007
Institution Type: University
Control Type: Public
Rankings:
SCImago 2026 #3642
Daily life at University of Suffolk
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University of Suffolk, a public university founded in 2007, is based in Ipswich, United Kingdom. The institution operates as a higher-education provider.

Academically, University of Suffolk teaches across bachelor's through doctoral programmes, is organised into multiple faculties and runs a broad programme catalogue.

The institution serves 13,590 students.

University of Suffolk is ranked #3642 globally and #128 within the United Kingdom.

Location & Contact

Mailing address, phone, email, and social channels for University of Suffolk are listed below.

Address: Neptune Quay
Postal Code: IP4 1QJ
Map:
Phone: 44 (0)1473 338000
Social Media:

Academic Details

The numbers behind University of Suffolk: student body, academic staff, and recognising bodies.

Academic Year: October to June
Admission Requirements: Honours and Foundation degrees, at least two A Levels or equivalent and at least three GCSEs grade C/4 or above, with a grade C/4 or above in English and Maths. More information on individual course requirements may be found on the institution website
Total Students: 13,590
Female Students: 6,975

Degrees

Some PhD programmes in collaboration with University of East Anglia

Master's 16 programs
  • Business Administration
  • Child Care and Development
  • Computer Graphics
  • Computer Science
  • Criminology
  • Education
  • Health Administration
  • Health Education
  • Heritage Preservation
  • Human Resources
  • Justice Administration
  • Management
  • Nursing
  • Psychology
  • Public Health
  • Social Work
Doctoral 9 programs
  • Biological and Life Sciences
  • Computer Science
  • Education
  • English
  • Health Sciences
  • History
  • Management
  • Social Policy
  • Sports

Faculties & Divisions

The schools and divisions inside University of Suffolk, with subject coverage, are listed below.

Art, Design and Humanities (School) 11 subjects offered

Specialisations & Subjects

  • Architecture
  • Communication Arts
  • English
  • Fashion Design
  • Film
  • Fine Arts
  • Graphic Design
  • History
  • Interior Design
  • Media Studies
  • Photography
Health Sciences (School) 8 subjects offered

Specialisations & Subjects

  • Health Education
  • Medical Auxiliaries
  • Medical Technology
  • Midwifery
  • Nursing
  • Oncology
  • Public Health
  • Radiology
Law and Social Sciences (School) 6 subjects offered

Specialisations & Subjects

  • Criminology
  • Geography
  • Law
  • Political Sciences
  • Social Work
  • Sociology
Psychology and Education (School) 5 subjects offered

Specialisations & Subjects

  • Child Care and Development
  • Preschool Education
  • Primary Education
  • Psychology
  • Special Education
Science, Technology and Engineering (School) 5 subjects offered

Specialisations & Subjects

  • Biological and Life Sciences
  • Computer Engineering
  • Computer Graphics
  • Information Sciences
  • Sports
Suffolk Business School (School) 6 subjects offered

Specialisations & Subjects

  • Accountancy
  • Business and Commerce
  • Economics
  • Finance
  • Management
  • Marketing

Programs Offered

Search and filter University of Suffolk's available programmes by degree level.

73 programmes on record. Each level below shows a sample. Compare these on the programs page All programs in United Kingdom

Honours Degree 42 programmes

Showing 10 of 42.

Master of Business Administration 1 programme

Master's Degree 18 programmes

MA Professional Practice: Integrated Care
Liberal Arts

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MSc Advanced Clinical Practice
Start: September

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Showing 10 of 18.

Foundation 2 programmes

Postgraduate Certificate 6 programmes

PgC Professional Practice: Integrated Care
Liberal Arts

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Postgraduate Certificate in Magnetic Resonance Imaging
Start: September 2026

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Postgraduate Diploma 4 programmes

PgD Professional Practice: Advanced Radiography Practice
Biomedical & Laboratory Sciences
Start: September 2026

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PgD Professional Practice: Integrated Care
Liberal Arts

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Scholarships in United Kingdom

Below are scholarships available to students in the United Kingdom.

Alumni Postgraduate Loyalty Scheme
University funded · International students · Renewable · Partial Tuition
A loyalty discount for University of Suffolk or University Campus Suffolk graduates who return for postgraduate study: 25% off fees for master's (MA/MSc/MRes) and PhD study, or 10% off for SCITT/PGCE alumni returning to a further postgraduate course.
Asylum-Seeker Support Scholarship
University funded · Renewable · 2,000 GBP per year · Full Tuition · Covers Living
Two scholarships a year covering a full tuition fee waiver plus a £2,000 bursary per level of study for undergraduates in Suffolk or Norfolk who are seeking asylum in the UK (or are a dependant on an asylum application) and cannot access Student Finance England support.
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.
Care Leavers Bursary
University funded · Renewable · 500 GBP per year · Living Stipend · Covers Living
A £500-a-year bursary, for up to three years, for home undergraduates who are currently or were previously in local authority care, including foster care, adoption from care or a Special Guardianship arrangement.
Estranged Student Bursary
University funded · Renewable · 500 GBP per year · Living Stipend · Covers Living
A bursary of up to £500 per academic level, for up to three years, for home undergraduates who are irreconcilably estranged from their parents and have applied to their funder for estrangement status, in line with the Standalone Pledge.
FdA Health & Wellbeing (Nursing Associate) Award
University funded · 3,000 GBP per year · Partial Tuition
A £3,000 award for up to 70 students starting the FdA Health & Wellbeing (Nursing Associate) course for 2026/27 entry.
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.
International Merit Scholarship
University funded · International students · Renewable · 2,000 GBP per year · Partial Tuition
An automatic tuition fee discount of between £1,000 and £3,000 a year for international undergraduate and postgraduate-taught students who meet or exceed the University of Suffolk's published entry requirements for their country of qualification.
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.
University of Suffolk Bursary
University funded · Renewable · 500 GBP per year · Living Stipend · Covers Living
A £500-a-year household-circumstance bursary for home undergraduates assessed by the university as living in an IMD quintile 1 (most deprived) area, paid for up to three years.
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 University of Suffolk

The application path for University of Suffolk, in five steps.

  1. 1
    Browse the programme catalogue

    Use the programme finder to browse University of Suffolk's 73 active programmes. Filter by keyword or scan by degree level. Read curriculum details on each programme's dedicated page if available.

  2. 2
    Check eligibility for your chosen programme

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

  3. 3
    Get your documents ready

    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
    Apply through UCAS or direct entry

    University of Suffolk takes undergraduate applications through the UCAS system (ucas.com). Postgraduate applicants apply directly through University of Suffolk's own admissions portal at www.uos.ac.uk instead.

  5. 5
    Reach out and track your application

    Confirm receipt of your application with the admissions office and keep an eye on your portal for status changes. Reach the institution by phone at 44 (0)1473 338000. Quick responses to any follow-up requests keep your application moving smoothly through the review process.

Frequently Asked Questions about University of Suffolk

Common questions about University of Suffolk, answered from data on record.

When was University of Suffolk founded?

University of Suffolk was established in 2007 (approximately 19 years ago).

Where is University of Suffolk located?

University of Suffolk is located in Ipswich, United Kingdom.

Is University of Suffolk public or private?

University of Suffolk is a public institution.

What is the student enrolment at University of Suffolk?

Student enrolment at University of Suffolk is around 13,590.

What qualification levels does University of Suffolk offer?

University of Suffolk offers bachelor's, master's and doctoral programmes.

How do I find University of Suffolk online?

You can find University of Suffolk online at www.uos.ac.uk.

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