Whether you鈥檙e joining us here at UoS for the first time or are looking forward to your next year on campus, discover ways to get around鈥攊ncluding the popular , below.
Life in Southampton
If you鈥檙e looking for inspiration on where to start, check out our video celebrating what makes Southampton such a great city to live in:
Unilink buses
The is a great way to get around鈥攊t connects University of Southampton students with the city by linking our campuses and halls sites to various places in Southampton.
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Travelling from Winchester
If you鈥檙e living in Winchester or studying at the Winchester School of Art (WSA), the , which operates during term time, ensures you can stay connected with Highfield Campus.
The route will take you between Highfield bus interchange, Winchester School of Art, and Winchester Broadway.
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SUSU Safety Bus
The SUSU Safety Bus is a鈥痜ree鈥痵ervice to help make sure you get home from SUSU venues on campus safely.
It operates outside every single night, running every hour, on the hour鈥攆rom 20:00 until an hour after the last SUSU venue closes.
The service will drop you straight to your door鈥攅ven if you live in Winchester.
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Cycling
If you cycle, here are a few things you can do to have a safe journey and to keep your bike secure:
- Ensure that you have lights, high visibility clothing, and a cycle helmet. You can buy these from the鈥�,鈥痩ocated above the SUSU shop on University Road.
- Register your bike鈥痺颈迟丑鈥�, a national Police approved database that can help you if your bike is stolen.
- Take a photo of your bike. Record its make, model, colour, frame number (located underneath the frame, between the pedals) and any other unique features.
- Use two, good quality bike locks, and at least one robust D-lock when locking your bike. Approved D-locks are available at the鈥�.
- Insure your bike鈥痮r check that your contents鈥� insurance also covers your bike.
- Use our cycle stores or lock your bike to the hoops at halls and on campus. To use the stores, register your ID card at the鈥�. Registration for halls cycle storage is free for halls residents.
- Keep your bike in good condition, so it is safe to use. The Bike Doctor provides free repairs and checks. The team can be found outside the鈥�攌eep an eye on鈥�痜or upcoming dates.
For more information about how to keep your bike safe, as well as how to report bike theft and where to find support, .
聽Further information
For more information on getting around our campuses and the city, visit our Transport site.
For tips on getting home safely after a night out and how to report an incident and find support if you need it, .