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STUDY ABROAD IN SURREY
University of Surrey International Study Centre
For progression to the University of Surrey
Get career-ready
Gain the practical skills to succeed in your career on a placement year during your studies with the UK’s best university work placement service (2021 National University Employability Award)
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The University was ranked 19th (Complete University Guide 2026), 31st (The Times and The Sunday Times Good University Guide 2026), and 23rd (Guardian University Guide 2026) in the UK league tables.
First-class student experience
Get the best student experience inside and outside the classroom. The University was ranked 15th in the UK for overall student satisfaction in the National Student Survey 2025.
University of Surrey analysis of NSS data: % of Q1-24 answered positively for institutions listed in the Guardian University Guide.
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"The International Study Centre had a really good impact in preparing me for my undergraduate course and my placement year. I realised there's so many things I had to improve and develop. It's really important to have a positive attitude towards your studies."
Glenn from Hong Kong
Studied International Foundation Year – Business, Economics, Law and Social Sciences
"I love the lake on the campus, you can have a picnic in a sunny day with friends. You can just lie on the grass and watch the ducks on the lake, you can relax and chat with friends. It feels really cosy."
Ruby from Taiwan
Studied International Foundation Year – Life Sciences