Educads
US University of Sunderland logo

University of Sunderland

· Public University

Admissions open
Type
Public University
Founded
Students
International

University of Sunderland: the applicant's brief

6 findings
  1. The short answer

    The University of Sunderland is a public research university in the United Kingdom, with campuses in Sunderland, London and Hong Kong. It suits students who want a multi-campus public university and need a clear base in the North East of England.

  2. What you can study

    The university is a research university, but no subject areas or specific programmes are listed for international applicants to review. The programme catalogue should be checked on the university website before applying.

  3. Getting in

    International applicants should apply through the university’s official admissions route and check the programme page for entry requirements, document lists, and any course-specific deadlines. The university website should also be checked for English language requirements, visa guidance, and whether the chosen programme is taught at Sunderland, London, or Hong Kong.

  4. What it costs

    The university does not publish a fee range for international students in the information available here; confirm the current tuition rate with its admissions office. Budget separately for living costs, which will vary by campus location and personal lifestyle.

  5. Coming from abroad

    The language of instruction is not stated here, so confirm it on the official programme page before applying. Also check which campus you would study at, what visa route applies to that location, and whether the course is offered in Sunderland, London, or Hong Kong.

  6. How it compares

    In the United Kingdom, where there are 193 universities, Sunderland is one of the public universities with an international footprint because it operates campuses in three locations, including outside the UK. That makes it more geographically spread than many single-campus institutions, but the right choice still depends on the exact course and campus you need.

Written from this university's catalogue entry and its cited encyclopedia summary. Figures are only shown where the institution or a cited source publishes them — always confirm fees and entry requirements with the university itself before applying.

Questions about University of Sunderland

What type of university is it?

It is a public research university.

Where is it based?

It is located in Sunderland in the North East of England, with campuses in Sunderland, London and Hong Kong.

How many students does it have?

It has about 20,000 students as of 2024, plus a further 6,650 students on transnational education courses.

When did it gain university status?

It gained university status in 1992.

Overview

The University of Sunderland is a public research university located in Sunderland in the North East of England. Its predecessor, Sunderland Technical College, was established as a municipal training college in 1901. It gained university status in 1992. It now has campuses in Sunderland, London and Hong Kong, and has about 20,000 students as of 2024, with a further 6,650 students on transnational education courses.

Tuition fees & costs

Indicative annual tuition

On request

Indicative living cost

Fees vary by programme and are indicative. Confirm exact fees with the university before applying.

Admission requirements

How to apply

  1. 1Check the entry requirements and intake dates for your chosen programme on the official university website.
  2. 2Confirm you meet the academic requirements (high-school certificate, bachelor’s degree or equivalent) for the programme.
  3. 3Apply directly through the university admission portal, or via its official application platform.
  4. 4Submit your transcripts and English-proficiency scores (IELTS / TOEFL / Duolingo English Test) and pay the application fee.
  5. 5On receiving your offer letter, accept it and begin your student-visa process for United Kingdom.

Related universities

OX University of Oxford logo

University of Oxford

Oxford, England, United Kingdom · Public University

★ 81 QS World #3 Admissions open
Tuition (indicative)
GBP 29,500 – GBP 40,000/yr
Founded
1096
CA University of Cambridge logo

University of Cambridge

Cambridge, England, United Kingdom · Public University

★ 81 QS World #5 Admissions open
Tuition (indicative)
GBP 29,000 – GBP 39,000/yr
Founded
1209
IM Imperial College London logo

Imperial College London

London, England, United Kingdom · Public University

★ 80 QS World #2 Admissions open
Tuition (indicative)
GBP 31,500 – GBP 42,500/yr
Founded
1907
ED University of Edinburgh logo

University of Edinburgh

Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom · Public University

★ 79 QS World #27 Admissions open
Tuition (indicative)
GBP 25,500 – GBP 34,500/yr
Founded
1583

Last updated 29 Aug 2026. Information is provided for guidance — verify with official sources before applying.

Stay updated

Get admission alerts, scholarship deadlines & university news — free.