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Solent University

Southampton, United Kingdom · Public · Est. 2005

Updated 28 Oct 2026

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Established

2005

Type

Public

Location

Southampton, United Kingdom

Complete University Guide (UK) 2027

=115th of 130 UK universities

About the university

Solent University traces its origins to a private School of Art founded in Southampton in 1855. After mergers between local colleges of art, technology and nautical studies, it became an independent institution in 1989 and a university in 2005.

Solent is known for practical, career-focused courses and for maritime education: it runs well-known shipping, logistics and maritime business master's courses alongside business, computing and media degrees.

For Indian students the attraction is a single published master's fee of £18,350 a year, January as well as September starts on many master's courses, and acceptance of Duolingo as well as IELTS. Solent alumni get 20% off a later postgraduate course.

Southampton is a port city on England's south coast, with lower living costs than London.

Roots
Origins in a private School of Art founded in 1855; independent higher education institution from 1989 and a university since July 2005
Type
Public university
Total students
About 11,000 (THE profile)
Campus
City-centre campus in Southampton, home to The Spark teaching building
Intakes
September for all courses; January as well for many master's courses

Rankings

  • Complete University Guide (UK) 2027

    =115th of 130 UK universities

Popular courses with Indian students

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Fees for international students

Course fees
CourseDurationFee / year (GBP)Approx. in rupees
Applied AI and Data Science MSc1 year full time (placement option)£18,350≈ ₹22.4 lakh
Cyber Security MSc1 year full time (placement option)£18,350≈ ₹22.4 lakh
Software Engineering MSc1 year full time (placement option)£18,350≈ ₹22.4 lakh
Global Master of Business Administration (MBA)1 year (full time)£18,350≈ ₹22.4 lakh
Project Management MSc1 year (full time)£18,350≈ ₹22.4 lakh
Applied Accounting and Finance MSc1 year (full time)£18,350≈ ₹22.4 lakh
Accounting, Auditing and Strategic Management MSc1 year (full time)£18,350≈ ₹22.4 lakh
Digital Marketing MSc1 year (full time)£18,350≈ ₹22.4 lakh

Fees are for international students for the entry year shown on each course page and can rise each year. Approximate exchange rates (based on ECB reference rates, March 2026). Actual rates on your payment date will differ.

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Scholarships

  • Postgraduate taught (12 months or longer)

    Solent Postgraduate Taught International Excellence Scholarship

    Value: £1,500 off tuition fees

    Eligibility: International fee-paying students with a 2:1 equivalent in their previous degree. Applied automatically. Listed for May and September 2026 entry; check whether it continues for 2027.

    Official page (opens in a new tab)
  • Postgraduate taught (12 months or longer)

    Solent 20th Anniversary Study Award

    Value: £2,500 off tuition fees

    Eligibility: All international fee-paying students on full-time postgraduate taught courses starting in May or September 2026. Applied automatically; cannot be deferred. Check for a 2027 equivalent.

    Official page (opens in a new tab)
  • Postgraduate

    Solent alumni discount

    Value: 20% off tuition fees

    Eligibility: Self-funded Solent graduates who return for a postgraduate course. Applied automatically; cannot be combined with other awards.

    Official page (opens in a new tab)
  • One-year master's at any UK university

    Chevening Scholarships

    Value: Full tuition, a monthly living stipend, return flights and the visa fee

    Eligibility: Indian citizens with at least two years' work experience and leadership potential.

    Official page (opens in a new tab)

Admission requirements

Undergraduate

  • Solent looks for qualifications equivalent to UK A levels; check the course page for the typical offer.
  • A foundation year (year 0) is available with Standard XII at 50% or above.
  • Apply through UCAS; a portfolio is needed for most art and design courses.

Postgraduate

  • A bachelor's degree with at least a second division (equivalent to a UK 2:2).
  • Many master's courses accept a degree in any discipline; some, such as International Shipping and Logistics, ask for a related subject.

Documents

  • Valid passport
  • Class 10 and Standard XII mark sheets
  • Degree certificate and transcripts (for postgraduate courses)
  • English test score (IELTS, Duolingo or TOEFL)
  • Personal statement
  • Portfolio, for art and design courses

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English language requirements

English requirements
Test or routeTypical requirement
IELTS AcademicUndergraduate: 6.0 with 5.5 in each component. Master's: 6.5 with 6.0 in writing and 5.5 in other skills, though several technical and maritime master's ask for 6.0 with 5.5 in each component. Tests must be under two years old.
Duolingo115 overall with at least 95 in each component (undergraduate) or 100 in each component (master's); results must be shared through the Duolingo portal.
TOEFL iBTFor tests before 21 January 2026: 80 overall with at least 20 in each component. For tests from 21 January 2026: 5 overall (as listed on course pages).
Pre-sessional EnglishAvailable for students who need to raise their score before the course.

Accommodation and living costs

Solent's own halls are close to the city-centre campus. Prices include rent, all utility bills, broadband, cleaning of communal areas and accommodation over Christmas and Easter. The standard 2026/27 contract runs for 41 weeks (17 September 2026 to 1 July 2027). International students pay a £150 advance and the balance in three instalments.

Accommodation and living costs
ItemIn GBPApprox. in rupees
Chantry, non-en-suite room£5,338.20 to £6,012.65 for 41 weeks£130–147per week≈ ₹15,884 – ₹17,891
David Moxon or Deanery, standard en suite£6,529.25 for 41 weeks£159per week≈ ₹19,429
Kimber, superior en suite£6,974.10 to £7,576.80 for 41 weeks£170–185per week≈ ₹20,752 – ₹22,546

Campus and location

Solent has a compact campus in the centre of Southampton, close to its halls of residence.

  • The Spark, an award-winning teaching building, sits at the heart of the campus.
  • Specialist maritime training and long-standing links with the shipping industry.
  • Industry partners on some courses; the Applied AI and Data Science MSc names IBM among its partners.
  • An India contact number is listed on the university's India page for applicants.

Careers and graduate outcomes

Solent focuses on practical skills and work placements; several master's courses offer a placement route. After graduating you can apply for the UK Graduate visa: 18 months for bachelor's and master's graduates who apply from 1 January 2027.

Graduate outcomes
WhatFigureSource
Graduate visa length for applications from 1 January 202718 months (bachelor's and master's)GOV.UK

Studying in the UK

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FAQs

How much is a master's at Solent?

Most master's courses list £18,350 a year for international students. Some 2027-entry pages still show this as the 2026/27 fee, so check the course page before you budget.

Can I start in January?

Yes, on many master's courses, including Applied AI and Data Science, Cyber Security, the Global MBA, Project Management and Digital Marketing.

Does Solent accept Duolingo?

Yes. Solent asks for 115 overall on Duolingo, with at least 95 in each part for undergraduate courses and 100 for master's courses.

Are there scholarships for Indian students?

For 2026 entry Solent applied a £2,500 anniversary award to all international master's students, and a £1,500 excellence award for a 2:1 degree. Check the scholarships page for 2027 entry.

How much is accommodation?

University halls cost about £130 to £185 a week in 2026/27 on a 41-week contract, with bills and broadband included.

Sources

  1. Solent: Applied AI and Data Science MSc (opens in a new tab)
  2. Solent: Software Engineering MSc (opens in a new tab)
  3. Solent: Business Management BSc (Hons) (opens in a new tab)
  4. Solent: students from India (opens in a new tab)
  5. Solent: scholarships and bursaries (opens in a new tab)
  6. Solent: 20th Anniversary Study Award (opens in a new tab)
  7. Solent: residence fees (opens in a new tab)
  8. Solent: our history (opens in a new tab)
  9. THE: Solent University profile (opens in a new tab)
  10. Complete University Guide 2027 league table (opens in a new tab)
  11. GOV.UK: Graduate visa (opens in a new tab)

Official website: www.solent.ac.uk (opens in a new tab)

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