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Being a postgrad student

in the UK's only island city

Postgraduate study at СÀ¶ÊÓƵ

Why study as a postgrad at СÀ¶ÊÓƵ

From our top 3 research power status, to being a top 35 UK university and voted one of the best places to live, there are plenty of reasons to study your postgrad degree at СÀ¶ÊÓƵ.

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The perfect place to explore

Beaches, piers and parks

СÀ¶ÊÓƵ is a bustling city with the sea on our doorstep and green spaces all around.

Ferry in the sea
Start exploring

Places to eat in СÀ¶ÊÓƵ

Hungry for adventure? Here's a taster of the great food and drink you can savour in the city.

City Guide: Gin & Olive
Grub's up

Sport in СÀ¶ÊÓƵ

From water sports to football and quidditch - few cities can compete with СÀ¶ÊÓƵ's sports opportunities.

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Let's play

The perfect place to call home

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Renting a house or flat in the city

СÀ¶ÊÓƵ has lots of beautiful and buzzing places to live within walking distance of the seafront, the city centre, and the University.

Find out more about private renting.

Renting Privately - What to Expect

As a postgraduate student, you'll probably be living in privately rented accommodation in the city – and you'll get to choose exactly where you live and who you live with.

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