Was Surrey Uni a polytechnic?
The firm foundations on which the University of Surrey are built stretch back to the late 19th century, when Battersea Polytechnic opened its doors to 2,406 young men and women aged between 16 and 25.
What is the qualification for University of Surrey?
If you are applying for an undergraduate course at Surrey, you must meet our minimum standards for English and mathematics. English: Higher Secondary Certificate (HSC) / Standard XII , English 70% from CBSE or ISC exam boards.
Does Surrey accept lower grades?
What happens if I don't meet the conditions of my offer? If you have not met the offer requirements, it may still possible for you to secure a place at the University of Surrey. We will look at all achieved results and for some courses we may be able to accept slightly lower achieved grades.

(Master's degree sample in science from the University of Surrey in 2017)
What type of university is Surrey?
Coat of arms of the University of Surrey |
Former name |
Battersea Polytechnic Institute (1891–1956) Battersea College of Technology (1956–1966) |
Type |
Public research university |
Established |
1966 (gained university status) |
Endowment |
£5.8 million (2023)
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(Sample of a Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Surrey)