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The University of Southampton is a public research university located in Southampton, England. It is a founding member of the Russell Group of research-intensive universities in the United Kingdom. The university has a strong emphasis on research and is known for its innovative approach to education.

History

The University of Southampton was founded in 1862 as the Hartley Institution, which was established through the bequest of Henry Robinson Hartley. It became a university in 1952, receiving its royal charter. Over the years, the university has expanded significantly, both in terms of student numbers and academic offerings.

Campuses

The university operates several campuses:

Highfield Campus: The main campus, home to the majority of the university's academic departments and the Hartley Library.
Avenue Campus: Houses the Faculty of Humanities.
Boldrewood Innovation Campus: Focuses on engineering and maritime studies.
National Oceanography Centre, Southampton: A collaboration with the Natural Environment Research Council.
Winchester School of Art: Located in Winchester, offering courses in art and design.
Chilworth Manor: A conference and training centre.

Academics

The University of Southampton is organized into several faculties, including:

Faculty of Arts and Humanities
Faculty of Engineering and Physical Sciences
Faculty of Environmental and Life Sciences
Faculty of Medicine
Faculty of Social Sciences

The university is renowned for its research in areas such as oceanography, engineering, and computer science.

Student Life

The university offers a vibrant student life with numerous societies and clubs. The Students' Union provides support and organizes events throughout the year. The university's sports facilities are extensive, catering to a wide range of activities.

Notable Alumni

The University of Southampton has produced many notable alumni, including:

Justine Greening, former Secretary of State for Education
Chris Packham, naturalist and television presenter
Adrian Newey, Formula One engineer
Jon Sopel, journalist
Sir Tim Berners-Lee, inventor of the World Wide Web
Professor Nigel Shadbolt, computer scientist
Jocelyn Bell Burnell, astrophysicist

Related pages

References

Gallery

Shield of the University of Southampton
University of Southampton logo

University of Southampton logo
Hartley Library opening
Front of Hartley Library
"Toast rack" building
Autumnal trees on campus
Aerial view of Highfield Campus
Avenue Campus
National Oceanography Centre
Chilworth Manor
Unilink bus on campus
George Thomas Student Services Building
Southampton 10 Years logo
ISVR building
Rear of Hartley Library
Nuffield Theatre
Turner Sims Concert Hall
SUSU Main Building
Glen Eyre student accommodation
Sports ground in Eastleigh
Justine Greening
Chris Packham
Adrian Newey
Jon Sopel
Sir Tim Berners-Lee
Professor Nigel Shadbolt
Jocelyn Bell Burnell

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-'''University of Southampton Medical School'''
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+{{Use British English|date=October 2023}}
-The '''University of Southampton Medical School''' is a leading [[medical school]] located in [[Southampton]], [[United Kingdom]]. It is part of the [[University of Southampton]], and is situated on the university's main campus. The medical school is known for its innovative teaching methods, research excellence, and strong focus on patient care. It offers a range of undergraduate and postgraduate programs in medicine and related fields.
+The '''University of Southampton''' is a public research university located in [[Southampton]], [[England]]. It is a founding member of the [[Russell Group]] of research-intensive universities in the United Kingdom. The university has a strong emphasis on research and is known for its innovative approach to education.
 ==History==
-The University of Southampton Medical School was established in the mid-20th century, in response to the growing need for medical professionals in the UK. Since its inception, the school has been at the forefront of medical education, adopting new technologies and teaching methods to provide its students with a comprehensive medical education.
+The University of Southampton was founded in 1862 as the Hartley Institution, which was established through the bequest of Henry Robinson Hartley. It became a university in 1952, receiving its royal charter. Over the years, the university has expanded significantly, both in terms of student numbers and academic offerings.
-==Programs==
+==Campuses==
-The medical school offers a variety of programs, including a Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery ([[MBBS]]) degree, which is a primary medical qualification recognized across the globe. In addition to the MBBS program, the school offers postgraduate degrees such as Master's and PhD programs in various medical and health-related fields.
+The university operates several campuses:
-==Research==
+* '''Highfield Campus''': The main campus, home to the majority of the university's academic departments and the [[Hartley Library]].
-Research at the University of Southampton Medical School is world-renowned, with numerous departments conducting groundbreaking research in areas such as cancer, nutrition, respiratory medicine, and primary care. The school's research efforts are supported by state-of-the-art facilities and strong collaborations with healthcare organizations.
+* '''Avenue Campus''': Houses the Faculty of Humanities.
+* '''Boldrewood Innovation Campus''': Focuses on engineering and maritime studies.
+* '''National Oceanography Centre, Southampton''': A collaboration with the [[Natural Environment Research Council]].
+* '''Winchester School of Art''': Located in [[Winchester]], offering courses in art and design.
+* '''Chilworth Manor''': A conference and training centre.
-==Facilities==
+==Academics==
-The medical school boasts modern facilities, including lecture theatres, laboratories, and a clinical skills resource centre. These facilities provide students with the opportunity to learn in a realistic healthcare setting, preparing them for their future careers in medicine.
+The University of Southampton is organized into several faculties, including:
-==Admissions==
+* Faculty of Arts and Humanities
-Admission to the University of Southampton Medical School is highly competitive, with applicants required to demonstrate excellent academic achievements, a commitment to healthcare, and strong personal qualities. The admissions process includes an assessment of academic qualifications, performance in the [[UK Clinical Aptitude Test]] (UKCAT), and an interview.
+* Faculty of Engineering and Physical Sciences
+* Faculty of Environmental and Life Sciences
+* Faculty of Medicine
+* Faculty of Social Sciences
+The university is renowned for its research in areas such as oceanography, engineering, and computer science.
 ==Student Life==
-Students at the University of Southampton Medical School benefit from a vibrant campus life, with numerous clubs, societies, and events designed to enhance their university experience. The medical school encourages students to engage in extracurricular activities, including volunteering, sports, and cultural events, to develop a well-rounded skill set.
+The university offers a vibrant student life with numerous societies and clubs. The [[Students' Union]] provides support and organizes events throughout the year. The university's sports facilities are extensive, catering to a wide range of activities.
+==Notable Alumni==
+The University of Southampton has produced many notable alumni, including:
+* [[Justine Greening]], former Secretary of State for Education
+* [[Chris Packham]], naturalist and television presenter
+* [[Adrian Newey]], Formula One engineer
+* [[Jon Sopel]], journalist
+* [[Sir Tim Berners-Lee]], inventor of the World Wide Web
+* [[Professor Nigel Shadbolt]], computer scientist
+* [[Jocelyn Bell Burnell]], astrophysicist
+==Related pages==
+* [[Russell Group]]
+* [[Higher education in the United Kingdom]]
-==Alumni==
+==References==
-The University of Southampton Medical School has produced many distinguished alumni who have made significant contributions to the field of medicine and healthcare. These include leading researchers, clinicians, and healthcare leaders who are making a difference in communities around the world.
+{{Reflist}}
-==Conclusion==
+==Gallery==
-The University of Southampton Medical School is a prestigious institution that offers high-quality education and training in medicine. With its strong emphasis on research, innovative teaching methods, and comprehensive programs, the school prepares its students for successful careers in the medical field.
+<gallery>
+File:Shield of the University of Southampton.svg|Shield of the University of Southampton
+File:University of Southampton logo.svg|University of Southampton logo
+File:HartleyOpening.JPG|Hartley Library opening
+File:HartleyLibraryFront.JPG|Front of Hartley Library
+File:Toast rack - University of Southampton.jpg|"Toast rack" building
+File:Autumnal trees, University of Southampton (geograph 5599126).jpg|Autumnal trees on campus
+File:Highfield Campus aerial view.jpg|Aerial view of Highfield Campus
+File:AvenueCampus.JPG|Avenue Campus
+File:National Oceanography Centre Southampton UK seen from waterfront.jpg|National Oceanography Centre
+File:ChilworthManor.JPG|Chilworth Manor
+File:Unilink Enviro 400 through Highfield campus.JPG|Unilink bus on campus
+File:George Thomas Student Services Building, University of Southampton.jpg|George Thomas Student Services Building
+File:Southampton 10 Years.png|Southampton 10 Years logo
+File:ISVR-building.jpg|ISVR building
+File:HartleyLibraryRear.JPG|Rear of Hartley Library
+File:Nuffield-theatre-southampton.jpg|Nuffield Theatre
+File:TurnerSimsConcertHall.JPG|Turner Sims Concert Hall
+File:SUSU Main Building Main Entrance.jpg|SUSU Main Building
+File:Glen Eyre.jpg|Glen Eyre student accommodation
+File:University of Southampton Sports Ground, Eastleigh - geograph.org.uk - 501048.jpg|Sports ground in Eastleigh
+File:Official portrait of Justine Greening crop 2.jpg|Justine Greening
+File:Chris Packham, People's Walk for Wildlife 2018 (44125363624) (cropped).jpg|Chris Packham
+File:Adrian Newey 2011 Sebastian Vettel in Yokohama (cropped).jpg|Adrian Newey
+File:Jon Sopel, March 2008.jpg|Jon Sopel
+File:Sir Tim Berners-Lee (cropped).jpg|Sir Tim Berners-Lee
+File:Professor Nigel Shadbolt.jpg|Professor Nigel Shadbolt
+File:Launch of IYA 2009, Paris - Grygar, Bell Burnell cropped.jpg|Jocelyn Bell Burnell
+</gallery>
-[[Category:Medical Schools in the United Kingdom]]
 [[Category:University of Southampton]]
-{{Med-school-stub}}
+[[Category:Russell Group]]
+[[Category:Educational institutions established in 1862]]
+[[Category:1862 establishments in England]]