Solent University
Degrees for working adults in London, Birmingham and Manchester. 2 days a week on campus.
Solent University offers degrees for working adults at its London, Birmingham and Manchester campuses, with timetables of 2 days a week on campus, evenings & weekends. It runs several intakes a year. Eligible students with settled status, or pre-settled status and 3+ years in the UK, can fund their tuition with a Student Finance loan, and AdmitGo's help with the application is free.
Key facts
| Campuses | London, Birmingham and Manchester |
|---|---|
| Weekly timetable | Daytime, evening and weekend, or weekend-only timetables. Delivered with QA Higher Education. |
| Courses | 4 courses through AdmitGo |
| Foundation Year | Available |
| Entry | Courses start with a Foundation Year, so you don't need A-levels. You'll have an interview and an English test. |
| Funding | Tuition Fee Loan paid to the university. Maintenance Loan up to £14,135 a year in London (2026/27) for those who qualify, depending on household income and status. |
| Intakes | Several a year. Your advisor confirms the next start date for your course. |
Courses at Solent University
- Business Management (with Foundation Year)Business & Management
- Computer Science (with Foundation Year)Computing & IT
- Cyber Security (with Foundation Year)Computing & IT
- Psychology (with Foundation Year)Psychology
How to apply with AdmitGo
1. Check if you qualify. Five quick questions about your status, years in the UK, previous studies and English.
2. Free call with your advisor. You choose the course and the start date that suit you.
3. Application and interview. We prepare your CV and application and get you ready for the university interview and English test.
4. Student Finance. We guide you through the Student Finance England application, then you start classes.
Questions about Solent University
Can I study at Solent University while working full time?
Yes. The timetable is 2 days a week on campus, evenings & weekends, so most students keep their jobs. Daytime, evening and weekend, or weekend-only timetables. Delivered with QA Higher Education.
What do I need to apply to Solent University?
Courses start with a Foundation Year, so you don't need A-levels. You'll have an interview and an English test. AdmitGo helps you prepare your CV, your application and the interview.
How do I pay for a degree at Solent University?
If you qualify for Student Finance, a Tuition Fee Loan pays your fees directly to the university, so you pay £0 upfront. Depending on your status you may also get a Maintenance Loan of up to £14,135 a year in London for living costs, based on household income.
When is the next intake at Solent University?
There are several intakes a year and dates differ by course. Your advisor will confirm the next start date for the course you choose.
Updated October 2026. Course lists and timetables can change. Your advisor confirms the details before you apply.