Student stories

I'm so glad I chose this programme after lots of research. The department really lives up to its reputation and everyone has been so helpful and supportive in helping me improve week-by-week. The course is really well thought out and comprehensive too, so you're well prepared as you develop your knowledge and skills. The rose tinted glasses are well and truly off now when I consume media! 

All of the lecturers are so passionate about what they teach, it's infectious. My teachers are more than happy to have a chat about the course content. I feel I'm able to say what I'm thinking, and I am greatly encouraged. Some of my best lessons have come from this course - from how to progress academically to how to trust myself and push my confidence further.

I would advise students to take full advantage of the placement year with industrial practice. It’s a fantastic opportunity to gain hands-on experience and build industry connections, which will be crucial for your future career.

Surrey’s Centre for Vision, Speech and Signal Processing (CVSSP) is the number one department in the UK for Computer Vision. There was no doubt in my mind that amazing research is done here at the university and that's something I wanted to be a part of.

The support services provided by the University for my placement were amazing and made the entire process – from sending off my CV to arriving in Texas – so much easier. I received advice and guidance at every step, which really boosted my confidence." 

My placement year helped me ultimately decide that I love the office environment and am passionate about sales and marketing. I feel confident that the skills I developed during my placement will assist me in getting a role in the future. 

Studying Criminology and Sociology has provided me with lots of opportunities to apply my knowledge from lectures in real-life situations and assignments. I've received a huge amount of support from my lecturers who speak engagingly about the topics they teach.