University of Suffolk (UCS)

About

The University of Suffolk is a public university situated in Suffolk and Norfolk, England. The university was established in 2007 as University Campus Suffolk (UCS), founded as a collaboration between the University of East Anglia and the University of Essex.

Objectives

The University of Suffolk's objective is all about transformation-transforming individuals, the community, the region and beyond.

Main Academic Divisions (Faculties)

• Faculty of Arts, Business and Applied Social Science
• Faculty of Health and Science

Reasons to Study at University of Suffolk

1. They are not just another university.

   The University of Suffolk is young and ambitious. They have absorbed the best traditions in higher education and aligned them with the modern world of employment and entrepreneurship.

2. Prepared for a modern world

   92% of their graduates are in employment or further study (15 months after graduating) according to Graduate Outcomes 2019-20 and they are ranked 26th in the UK for graduates in career 15 months after graduation.

3. Rated by students

   At the University of Suffolk, you’ll receive an exceptional education, richer and more rounded than many. In the 2025 Whatuni Student Choice Awards, they were named University of the Year and placed first in the categories of Student Support and Lecturers and Teaching Quality. They also received Silver awards in Facilities, International, and Postgraduate categories.

    

    

Fees

Admission

Undergraduate Admission Requirement

Visit the entry requirements section on the relevant course page to learn more about the entry requirements. 

Postgraduate Admission Requirments

Familiarise yourself with the entry requirements for your course, all details can be found on the course page.  Ensure you meet – or have the potential to meet – them. 

Supporting Documents

• Evidence of your qualifications (certificates and transcripts; an interim transcript may be acceptable if you have not yet completed your qualification) 
• One or two references as required (refer to the course page for specific requirements) 
• CV (if required for your course) 
• Personal Statement (this should be approximately 500 words explaining your reasons for studying your chosen course, summarising relevant experience and outlining your future career plans)

How To Apply For Admission

• FOR UNDERGRADUATE: Applications for?full-time?undergraduate courses should be submitted through the Universities and Colleges Admissions Service (UCAS). 
• FOR POSTGRADUATE: Applications for postgraduate-taught study can be made directly to the University?using the online Direct?Application Form. If you would like to submit an application for the MBA at their London Centre please apply using the London Centre Direct Application form

Admission Contacts

Email: [email protected]
Phone : +44 (0) 1473 338348

Gallery

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  Graduation Moments

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  Laboratory

Campus Tour

Facilities

• Accommodation: Athena Hall is the on-campus halls of residence at the Ipswich campus, just a stone's throw away from the Waterfront Building. There's also an option of off-campus accommodation if you are working within a budget or looking for a property with specific characteristics.
• Sports: The Students’ Union run Social Sports, which offers a wide variety of different sports to try. They include traditional sports such as badminton, alternative sports like climbing and fitness-based physical activity like Pilates or Aerobics. 
• Place of Worship: The University of Suffolk is a multi-faith community and welcomes students from a diverse range of backgrounds. In Ipswich they have a multi-faith chaplaincy welcoming both staff and students of all faiths and no faith.
• Laboratory: The University of Suffolk has several laboratories, including a specialized Quantum Optics Discovery Lab for research, state-of-the-art labs for its new pharmacy program, and a cadaver lab.

Accreditations

The New England Commission of Higher Education (NECHE).

Vice Chancellor

Academic Staff

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  Marek Hornak

  Pro Vice-Chancellor Marek is a Pro Vice-Chancellor for the Commercial and Academic partnerships overseeing business engagement, academic partnerships, access to student and graduate talent, apprenticeships, CPD, and regi... read more

  onal growth. During his 17 years in higher education, Marek led the strategic development and delivery of regional skills and innovation programs supporting business innovation and workforce skills development.
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  Ali Alhaj

  Senior Lecturer Ali Alhaj is a Senior Lecturer in Cyber Security and the course leader of BSc (Hons) Computer Science in the School of Business, Arts, Social Sciences and Technology. He joined the University in July ... read more

  2020. He received his MSc in Computer Forensics from the University of South Wales (2015). He also holds a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science (2012).
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  Ebuka Anieto

  Lecturer Ebuka Anieto is a Lecturer in Physiotherapy, and Researcher. Ebuka has worked as an Academic Tutor, and Research Fellow at another higher education institution in the UK and has worked as a Physiother... read more

  apist in various health care settings including primary, secondary, and tertiary care settings in Nigeria. Ebuka will also be starting a part-time role as a Specialist Community Physiotherapist within the NHS.
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  Dr Reilly Anne Willis

  Senior Lecturer Dr Reilly Anne Dempsey Willis joined the University of Suffolk in May 2019 as a Lecturer in Law and is now a Senior Lecturer and Course Leader for undergraduate law.  She specialises in exploring... read more

  the complex relationships between social media and law, specifically relating to gender equality issues, the rights of women and girls, and reproductive rights. 
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  Laura Polley

  Lecturer Laura joined the University of Suffolk's Criminology team as a Lecturer in 2019. In 2017, Laura graduated from the University of Suffolk with a BSc (Hons) in Criminology. In 2019, she received her MSc... read more

  in Leadership and Custodial Environments. Laura previously worked as a Prison Officer for HMPPS, gaining frontline experience before joining the University as a lecturer. Laura has since attained a Postgraduate Certificate in Academic Practice, and is currently studying for a PhD in Sociology.

Notable Alumni

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  Ashan Rathnayake Aircraft Maintenance Engineer
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  Leila Lopes Actress
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  Rob Holl Principal Engineer
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  Rachel Cassar Operations Manager

History

The University of Suffolk was originally established as University Campus Suffolk (UCS) in 2007, and transformed the provision of higher education in Suffolk and beyond. Subsequently, on the 1 August 2016, the first independent University of Suffolk was officially launched.