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Join us in 2025

We're proud to welcome students from over 100 countries, offering a blend of world-leading academic excellence, innovative teaching, and real-world experience. 

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Why Sunderland?

We're a university with a reputation for warmth and inclusivity, and we'll make sure you feel at home when you come to study with us. Helping you reach your potential and getting you to where you want to be after graduation is at the heart of everything we do.

We're proud to be ranked within the top 40 UK universities by the Guardian University Guide 2025, and we offer a range of scholarships and discounts too. Sunderland provides the perfect combination of city and seaside living, and we're one of the most affordable places to live and study in the UK. Read more about all the great reasons to choose Sunderland.

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Scholarships and bursaries

Students from Africa can enjoy a significant tuition fee reduction as an international student at Sunderland, with eligible undergraduates saving £5,000 and postgraduates saving £4,500 on tuition fees. This scholarship is available to students from Africa who enrol onto our on-campus courses, excluding preparatory courses. The reductions apply to students beginning their studies in 2025 in Sunderland or London.

Please note: exceptions may apply for some courses. We encourage you to get in touch with us for specific details regarding your eligibility. For details of other scholarships and discounts you may be eligible for, contact us or visit our scholarships and bursaries page.