Master of Business Administration 

at Southampton University, Southampton

The MBA fees at University of Southampton is INR 30.15 L for 1 year. Students need to apply through the online application system of University of Southampton.

With the following entry requirements:

• A bachelor’s degree (2:2 degree)
• 3 years of work experience
• English language scores
• Rest of the documents will be same as for other postgraduate courses

The acceptance rate at the University of Southampton stands at 84% making it an easy university to target. The high acceptance rate suggests that this university accepts 8.4 students out of every 10 applicants. However, it is suggested to international students to make their applications unique and holistic. Below are the admission requirements for this university: 

International student admission requirement: 

• High school degree with 75% or above in Class 12 (CBSE/CISCE)/Bachelor's degree with at least 60% (India)
• English Language Proficiency by taking tests like IELTS/TOEFL, or PTE Academic 
• Personal statement and References 
• Application via UCAS

As per the US News and World Report 2024 rankings, the University of Southampton ranked #14 among the Best Global Universities in the United Kingdom, #44 among the Best Global Universities in Europe, and #123 in the Best Global Universities category. The university is also top-ranked among various subject rankings including Physics; Optics; Computer Science; Endocrinology and Metabolism; Geosciences; Marine and Freshwater Biology; Oncology; and more.

According to the University of Southampton's QS Rankings, the university's world university ranking has slightly increased. It was ranked #81 in 2024, but in 2025 it rose to #80. As of 2024, the institution also achieved top 100 rankings in some fields, including Engineering and Technology, Nursing, Physics and Astronomy, master's degrees in Supply Chain Management and Business Management, and more. Students can view the University of Southampton QS Rankings by year in several categories in the table below:

Although the university's ranking has significantly deteriorated as compared to 2024, it still performed well in a few categories according to the University of Southampton THE global rankings. In 2024, the university was ranked #97; in 2025, it is ranked #115. In addition, the University of Southampton achieved high ranks in 2024 in several categories, including Engineering, Business and Economics, Psychology, and the Arts and Humanities. The table below allows students to view the University of Southampton's THE rankings over time:

For admission to the University of Southampton, international applicants must have an IELTS score of at least 6.0. Also if English is not your first language, you will need to demonstrate that you are adequate in the language to benefit from your university studies in speaking, writing, and understanding it. 

You will have to offer proof that you have:

• passed a recognised English test with a qualifying score, or
• a first degree earned from a British university where English was the language of instruction and assessment, or
• been instructed and evaluated in English and are a resident of one of the countries excluded from testing.

There are varied English language requirements for various degree programmes. The score below in the table will be same for UG and PG.

Note: Students are advised to check individual course page as these eligibility criteria might change

With an acceptance rate of 84%, the University of Southampton is comparatively easier to get into. The high acceptance rate shows that the university takes a relaxed approach to admissions and easily chooses applicants for its programs. To meet the eligibility requirements, students must exhibit English language competency and receive at least 70% in their coursework. Students must submit transcripts, personal statements, excellent research projects, and results from standardized tests in addition to their eligibility.

The University of Southampton experienced a slight decline in the rankings as per some renowned ranking bodies. According to US News and World Report, the university ranked #123 in 2024 showcasing a huge decline compared to the previous year (ranked #104 in 2023). In addition, the university also ranked #22 and #201 by 'The Guardian' and 'The Complete' respectively in 2025. Students can check the table below for the rankings of the University of Southampton according to various ranking bodies:

The application fee depends on the various degree level.

For undergraduates: There is a £27 for any choice UCAS fee.

For postgraduates: There is a £50 non-refundable application assessment charge.

All applicants need to score at least 3.2 GPA in order to meet the GPA requirements for University of Southampton. Additionally, all international students are required to demonstrate their proficiency in the English language and these applicants are required to have a minimum IELTS score of 6.0 for admission in the University of Southampton.