About University of Southampton

The University of Southampton is a research university in Southampton, England. The university’s origins date back to the founding of the Hartley Institution in 1862. In 1902, the Institution developed into the Hartley University College, awarding degrees from the University of London. The University of Southampton is a founding member of the UK’s prestigious Russell Group of universities and is ranked in the top 1% of Universities worldwide. It is a truly international institution with a global reputation for excellence in leading-edge research.