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Surrey University Placements: Job Opportunities & Placement rate, Packages

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University of Surrey Placement overview
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University of Surrey Placement overview

University of Surrey records a career outcomes rate of 93% for the year 2021, with an average overall salary of £29,465. Maximum number of graduates were pursuing a postgraduate degree - research around 96% of them and PG Taught - 95% of them. On an average majority of students opted for a research level degree after graduating from the University of Surrey in the year 2021.

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University of Surrey Placement Highlights

Placement Rate	93%
Overall Average Salary	£29,465
Highest Placement Location	Europe & Asia: 100%
Graduates Pursuing PG Taught	95%
Graduates Pursuing PG Research	96%
Top Industries	Marketing, Finance & Health
Top Job Roles	Legal Associate, Sales & Health Professionals

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University of Surrey Graduate Outcomes 2021

As per the graduate outcomes survey of 2021 for the University of Surrey, it was recorded that:

93% of Surrey undergraduates were either working or were pursuing higher education.
94% of the graduates who took industry placements were also either employed or were studying.
85% of the Surrey undergraduates were involved in the graduate level roles (as opposed to roles not requiring a degree).
89% of the graduates agreed that their current activity was meaningful.
80% also accepted that their current activity fitted with their future plans.

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Higher Education

It was noted that 95% of the graduates were pursuing a postgraduate taught degree while 96% of them were enrolled for a postgraduate research course after graduating from the University of Surrey in the year 2021. Some of the most popular majors that undergrads pursued for their post graduation were:

Economics
Chemistry
Computer Science
Mathematics
Tourism & Hospitality
Mechanical Engineering Sciences

University of Surrey Top Industries & Average Salaries

There were these top 5 industries that hired graduates of the University of Surrey in the year 2021 namely - Computing, Finance, Healthcare, Education and Engineering. The following were some of the top job roles along with the average salaries as recorded for the graduates for the University of Surrey in the year 2021:

University of Surrey Top Industries	Average Salary Range
Nursing Professionals	£26,092 - £40,667
Engineering Professionals	£28,069 - £51,000
Sales & Marketing Professionals	£48,672
Business Professionals	£25,735 - £47,000
Education Professionals	£43,429
Therapy Professionals	£24,273 - £38,780
Finance Professionals	£29,953
Natural & Social Sciences Professionals	£27,154 - £34,500
IT Professionals	£31,321 - 42,600
Health Professionals	£24,852 - £48,778
Law Professionals	£22,647

In terms of average salaries as earned by Surrey graduates of class of 2021, it was recorded that level wise the salaries were:

Undergraduate: £26,592
Postgraduate taught: £35,845
Postgraduate Research: £41,181

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Course Wise Graduate Outcomes

As per the data, around 95% of the students were pursuing a postgraduate taught degree while 96% of them were enrolled for a postgraduate research degree after graduating from the University of Surrey in the year 2021. The following courses recording 100% students pursuing higher education is as follows:

Courses Offered at University of Surrey	Postgraduate Taught Degree	Postgraduate Research Degree
Centre For Environment And Sustainability	92%	100%
Chemical And Process Engineering	91%	80%
Chemistry	100%	100%
Civil And Environmental Engineering	91%	100%
Computer Science	89%	100%
Economics	91%	100%
Electrical And Electronic Engineering	88%	82%
Guildford School Of Acting	95%	-
Higher Education	100%	-
Hospitality And Tourism Management	96%	100%
Mathematics	100%	100%
Mechanical Engineering Sciences	83%	100%
Music And Media	100%	100%
Physics	83%	100%
Politics	-	100%
Psychology	92%	100%
School Of Biosciences And Medicine	100%	100%
School Of Health Sciences	100%	100%
School Of Law	-	100%
School Of Literature And Languages	90%	100%
School Of Veterinary Medicine	83%	100%
Sociology	89%	100%
Surrey Business School	85%	83%

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Popular Graduate Occupations List

The graduates who graduated from University of Surrey in 2021, were able to find jobs for themselves under the following:

Chemical & Process Engineering: Engineering and IT
Chemistry: Natural and social sciences professional
Civil & Environmental Engineering: Production Managers and Directors
Computer Science: Computer Programming
Economics: Finance Professional | Business, research and administrative professional | IT professional
Guildford School of Acting: Teaching professional | Artistic, literary and media occupations
Higher Education: Tertiary Education
Hospitality & Tourism Management: Sales and marketing professional | Hotels and similar accommodation
Music & Media Arts: Sound Recording And Music Publishing | Artistic, Literary And Media Occupations
Physics: Natural and social sciences professional
Psychology: Therapy professional | Business, research and administrative professionals | Other Health Related Professionals
School of Bioscience & Medicine: Science, engineering and production technician
School of Law: Legal professional | Legal associate
School of Veterinary Medicine: Veterinarians
Sociology: Protective service occupation | Market research and public opinion polling
Surrey Business School: Accounting, bookkeeping and auditing; tax consultancy | Finance professional | Sales and marketing professional

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Surrey University
Students Ratings & Reviews

4.1/5

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Student Views (Based on Reviews)

75% students never faced discrimination in this university

Vibe of Campus

Fun loving

Academically oriented

Friendly

Multi-dimensional

Internships3.7

Part time work4.4

Post study jobs3.9

Quality of faculty4.4

Student Life4.9

Value for money4.2

Public transportation4

Safety4.9

Indian Food3

Permanent Immigration3.6

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Computer Science BSc (Hons) - Batch of 2028

4.6

Strong academics and supportive community.

Tips: Transitioning here was easy. There was a bit of a cultural shift but there are a lot of people from my country of origin that you can converse with, also a lot of people are friendly here so talking with them will be easy and great. I didn't get any scholarships, because international undergraduate students from India can only apply for the International Excellence Award.

Total Monthly ExpensePound 725

Prepping time for classes21 hours/Week

Expected Annual SalaryPound

Reviewed on 12 Nov 2025Read more

Anonymous

MSc Artificial Intelligence - Batch of 2026

4.5

University with plenty of opportunities.

Tips: Students need to get to know about the course that they are taking. Should be mentally prepared to take care of themselves without anyone's support. It is really important for all international students. It is easier for them to sustain if they know a little bit of cooking.

Likes (Part time work): It is very easy to get part time from this location since it's near London. If you apply consistently and your CV looks good, then it's quite easy. You just need to focus on building ourselves and then you can get your part-time job within 1 or 2 months.

Dislikes (Public transportation): Different modes of public transportation are easily available. The bus stop is inside the campus. The railway station is very near the campus, with just 10 minutes walk. There are more than three bus stops inside the campus where you can expect buses very often.

Total Monthly ExpensePound 600

Prepping time for classes16 hours/Week

Expected Annual SalaryPound 40025

Reviewed on 8 Nov 2025Read more

Rishi Rajeshbhai Patel Verified Icon

MSc Artificial Intelligence - Batch of 2027

4.1

An enriching and rewarding experience at the University of Surrey.

Tips: The University of Surrey offers strong academics great placements and a diverse community. Transitioning was smooth with mild cultural shifts. I earned a 5000 pounds merit scholarship. It is best to choose to study for me.

Likes (Student Life): The University of Surrey has a lively, inclusive and engaging campus atmosphere. My day usually includes group study sessions and spending time with friends at the hive or the lake. I enjoy the friendly community and the balance between academics and recreation the most. The campus hosts frequent events like cultural festivals career fair and all.

Dislikes (Indian Food): Authentic cuisine is quite limited around campus. Most nearby restaurants serve British, Italian or Asian fusion food with average prices ranging from 10-20 pounds per meal. I usually prefer cooking myself as it is more affordable and lets me enjoy the flavour of home.

Total Monthly ExpensePound 700

Prepping time for classes15 hours/Week

Expected Annual SalaryPound 31000

Reviewed on 6 Nov 2025Read more

Anonymous

MSc Artificial Intelligence - Batch of 2026

4.1

College is good for technical subjects.I don't know about other field.

Tips: Know your faculty. Know your assessment type. Do deep research on your elective subject prior. Do pack food items for at least one month. Pack necessary utensils but not too many. Do not buy a costly laptop, the university has enough resources. Do not believe on YouTube influencer.

Dislikes (Indian Food): Indian food is available but it's costly. Cooking for yourself is cheap. Tesco, Lidl, coop are cheaper for students and the quality is also good. You can get mandatory items for one month for between 10 to 15 GBP. Bring 2 sports shoes, one for regular work and one for part time work.

Total Monthly ExpensePound 571

Prepping time for classes35 hours/Week

Expected Annual SalaryPound 35000

Reviewed on 24 Oct 2025Read more

Dev Rahul Laddha Verified Icon

Business Analytics MSc - Batch of 2024

3.9

Welcoming university and friendly people.

Tips: Be prepared for the initial cultural shock; the country and town are very different from India. Living alone in this new place will test you physically, mentally, and emotionally. However, if you stay focused and determined, you'll become a much more confident individual. Plan your finances and schedule your day carefully to complete your degree efficiently. Apply for as many scholarships as possible; they are helpful. I didn't because I lacked knowledge.

Likes (Safety): I have lived for 2 whole years in Guildford. I lived in a house outside the university, so I had no campus security, but it never ever felt unsafe to be anywhere in Guildford at any time of the day or night. Right from the very first day when I carried my suitcases all by myself from the railway station to my house at 1 AM in the night, to my last day in Guildford before I moved to London, I never felt unsafe anywhere in Guildford. I always found helpful people everywhere. Some even offered me a lift from Tesco to my home in their cars.

Dislikes (Indian Food): The university is located in Guildford which has limited Indian restaurants. Near the university you can find only two options. Eat Out Guildford is an affordable choice offering good portions at a reasonable price. For a more upscale experience Shah's in Guildford Town Centre is another option. Personally, I prefer cooking at home, as it's more affordable and healthier. Tesco and Lidl, both about a 15 minute walk from the university are convenient for grocery shopping. I recommend eating out occasionally.

Total Monthly ExpensePound 700

Prepping time for classes30 hours/Week

Expected Annual SalaryPound 30000

Reviewed on 2 Sep 2025Read more

Akash Nair Verified Icon

MSc in International Business Management - Batch of 2023

4.1

A truly surreal experience that has shaped me for better.

Tips: There will be a lot of culture shock when you come to the UK, but the best thing to do is to embrace the change and keep your mind open to learning about the culture. Overall transition was very smooth for me personally because I was lucky enough to meet amazing people and make friends from around the world. The University made it very easy to engage with other people, especially during the freshers' week. One thing I notice is that it doesn't matter your background or interests, there will always be a place for you here at Surrey, may it be via student societies or social clubs, so don't worry about thinking you won't be able to make friends for any reason. The university does provide scholarships for students coming from India, or at least they did when I joined, so do check. Overall, I was very satisfied with my time at university, and I have utmost faith that anyone who comes here with an open-minded mindset will have a great time here and leave with a lifetime worth of amazing memories.

Likes (Quality of faculty): I had an excellent experience with the professors. They were approachable and knowledgeable, and the teaching faculty was diverse. While some professors were more engaging than others, overall, it was an excellent experience.

Dislikes (Indian Food): There aren't many options for Indian food in Guildford. However, there are still a decent number of restaurants from other cultures, so it's not too bad if you want to order in sometimes. I prefer cooking myself, but I do order Italian food every now and then. There are also a decent number of fast-food restaurants, so you will have options, but not particularly much for late-night cravings.

Total Monthly ExpensePound 1800

Prepping time for classes15 hours/Week

Expected Annual SalaryPound

Reviewed on 20 Aug 2025Read more

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Which are the top alumni industries where University of Surrey graduates are working?

Answered a year ago

University of Surrey has placed its alumni graduates in some of the top organizations of amny different sectors. Some of the top alumni industries at the university are given as follows:

Others Denote Information Technology, Research and Sales, etc.

Tasneem Hoda

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How long does University of Surrey take to give offers?

Answered 2 years ago

After the University of Surrey has received the application from UCAS, the University of Surrey sends the applicants an email confirming that it has received the same. This email shall have a link to ‘Surrey self-service and the university number. The University of Surrey admissions decisions for un

Akanksha Malhotra

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Does University of Surrey provide placement?

Answered 2 years ago

The University of Surrey has an exceptional placement programme for students and also works closely with the business community. In an increasingly competitive jobs market, a degree from the University of Surrey opens doors of opportunities for its graduates with a record career outcome of 93% for 2

Piyush Kohli

Contributor-Level 10

Is University of East Anglia better than University of Surrey?

Answered 9 months ago

According to the brief comparison given below, the University of East Anglia ranks best after the University of Surrey, however both the universities follow a contradictory trend as the University of East Anglia rankings are declining over the years and for Surrey, these US world and News rankings a

Pallavi Garg

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How much does it cost to study University of Surrey MBA course?

Answered 10 months ago

University of Surrey offers MBA courses for international students that includes a transformational experience for professionals so that they can build on their skills and knowledge. The Full Time MBA programme at Surrey University focuses on strengthening areas such as Innovation, Digital Economy,

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