Highfield Campus

Top locations

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Hartley Library

The library is one of the largest university libraries in the south of England. Open 24 hours a day, it's a great place to study on your own or with a group.

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Valley Gardens

Like a secret garden, Valley Gardens is tucked away in a corner of Highfield Campus. It's the perfect place to grab a few quiet moments to yourself in lush green surroundings.

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Students' Union

The Students' Union offers everything you need to make the most of your time as a student at Southampton.

Jubilee Sports Centre

Whether you’re looking to work out in the gym or do a few laps of the pool, you’ll find everything you need to stay fit and healthy right here on campus.

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Centenary Building

One of the newest buildings on campus this building celebrates 100 years of Highfield Campus. You might have some lectures here and you’ll find plenty of light, airy places to study.

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Wind tunnels

Our many wind tunnels are used regularly by sports teams and the aerospace, motorsport and marine industries, as well as being a key research facility for students.

Campus tours

Take a virtual tour of Highfield Campus

Explore our buildings, classrooms and social spaces from the comfort of your own home.

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Watch our Highfield Campus video

Our campus is always changing. Relax on our lawns in spring, and explore our festive markets in winter.

Study facilities

Highfield Campus is home to a broad and exciting range of study and research facilities for many different subject areas. These are some of the highlights.