Solent University is a public university located in Southampton, on the south coast of England. Founded in 1855 as a private School of Art, it gained university status in 2005. Solent is known for its strong focus on vocational and professional education, particularly in maritime, media, sports, and creative industries. The university offers programs in business, computing, engineering, health, and social sciences. Solent’s city-centre campus features modern facilities including TV and radio studios, engineering workshops, and sports complexes. The university emphasizes employability through work placements, industry projects, and strong connections with local and national employers in its specialist fields.