The University of Sunderland is a public research university located in Sunderland, North East England. Founded in 1901 as Sunderland Technical College, it gained university status in 1992. The university has two main campuses in Sunderland (City Campus and Sir Tom Cowie Campus at St Peter’s) plus a London campus and international partnerships. Sunderland offers programs in arts, business, education, health, sciences, and technology. The university is known for its strong industry links, particularly with automotive, media, and healthcare sectors. Sunderland emphasizes employability through work placements, enterprise opportunities, and career support. The university contributes significantly to regional development and innovation.