University of Sunderland

The University of Sunderland is a public university located in the city of Sunderland in North East England, United Kingdom, with academic roots dating back to 1901 and official university status granted in 1992. The university is well known for its strong emphasis on practice-based, career-focused education, offering a wide range of undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral programmes across disciplines such as business, engineering, computing, media and journalism, arts and design, health sciences, nursing, education, and pharmacy. The University of Sunderland maintains close links with industry and employers, providing students with valuable opportunities for work placements, internships, and real-world projects that enhance employability. It operates two main campuses in Sunderland, along with an international campus in London that caters especially to international students. With modern facilities including advanced laboratories, media studios, digital libraries, and dedicated student support services, the university attracts students from around the world and offers a supportive learning environment, affordable living costs, and a strong commitment to teaching excellence and student success.