Locations on campus
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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.
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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.
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Hartley Library
The heart of Highfield, the library is open 24 hours a day and is a great place to study on your own or with a group.
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Common learning spaces
You can book time in these spaces for study groups or project work. There are more than 180 rooms to choose from.
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Music studios
Our music students benefit from 2 live studio rooms and 2 control rooms. There are also many rehearsal rooms, including a dedicated percussion room.
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Photonics clean rooms
The Zepler Institute Cleanroom Complex is our state-of-the-art multidisciplinary centre for materials and device research in electronics, photonics, and nanotechnology.
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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.
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New chemistry labs
Explore our refurbished chemistry labs, containing the same equipment used in modern chemical laboratories.
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The Piazza Food Court
Offers snacks, coffee, and hot and cold food options including pizza and noodles.
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Pret a Manger
Buy sandwiches, soups, salads, daily specials, and plenty more besides from this popular cafe chain.
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Costa Coffee
Our cosy campus Costa has the full range of hot and cold drinks, sandwiches and cakes.
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Library Cafe
You don't have to go far from your studies to get refreshments. Situated on the ground floor of Hartley Library, this is a great place to grab coffee, cake, and sandwiches.
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Interchange Kiosk
The perfect place for grabbing a quick sandwich or a snack while you're waiting for the next bus.
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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.
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Sports halls
You’ll find a variety of courts, sports halls, and practice rooms in the Students’ Union building.
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Bouldering wall
Put your strength and agility to the test on the Students’ Union bouldering wall.
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Southampton Common
Just a few minutes' walk from Highfield Campus, this is the largest green space in Southampton.
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Valley Gardens
This tranquil space is hidden in the heart of campus and is a great space for quiet study or relaxing.
How to get to Highfield Campus
Campus location
Highfield Campus is located in the north-east of the city, close to Portswood, Bassett and Southampton Common.
Public transport
Unilink bus routes depart regularly from Highfield Interchange, in the centre of campus. They travel to many locations across the city including halls of residence, train stations and the airport.
- Swaythling Station is 1 mile away. It's a 7 minute bus ride or a 20 minute walk.
- Southampton Central Station is 2.5 miles away. It's a 25 minute bus ride or a 50 minute walk.
- Southampton Airport is 2.5 miles away. It's a 25 minute bus ride or a 50 minute walk.
Parking
Parking is available for blue badge holders on all our campuses. Other visitor parking is limited and you must arrange this in advance with your host. We offer more information about parking on, or close to campus.
Accessibility info
Our ambition is to make our campuses and buildings easily accessible to everyone. The AccessAble website provides more details on the accessibility of our buildings and facilities.
