The Winchester experience
There are many reasons to study at Winchester – but the one to consider most is that you will become part of a safe and supportive community.
Diverse range of courses
The University of Winchester has a long and well-established track record for providing high quality education. It is a small university of around 5,600 students studying at both undergraduate and postgraduate level on a wide range of programmes. We believe research is key and it provides the foundations for many of our taught postgraduate programmes. Study is available in humanities, arts, social sciences, business, education and English language.
Academic quality
The UK is renowned for the quality of its education and its qualifications are recognised and accepted throughout the world. The University of Winchester has a strong track record of students gaining employment after graduation. More than 91% of Winchester graduates are employed or undertaking further study six months after graduating.
Friendly community
Our students enjoy studying in a University that has been able to retain a genuine sense of community. Staff are friendly, approachable and committed to providing students with a quality education experience. We pride ourselves on offering international students a high degree of individual attention from application to graduation, including accommodation, welfare and language support. Please visit our international support pages for further information.
Accommodation
Accommodation in the University of Winchester Halls of Residence is guaranteed for all non-EU students for the duration of their course, provided they reserve a place at least three months prior to arrival. Please visit our Accommodation pages for further information.
Location
The main campus is delightfully situated within a compact and pleasant campus on a wooded hillside overlooking the beautiful cathedral city of Winchester. The campus enjoys magnificent views of the surrounding countryside and is a 10-minute walk into the city centre.
Excellent facilities
The University of Winchester boasts an extensive modern library, new and well-equipped IT Centres, active Student Union and great sports facilities. The University Centre is a new flagship building opens in autumn 2007 and will provide a number of key social facilities for the whole University community. It includes a new Student Union with a 1,200 venue space complete with bars and cinema, a range of catering facilities, main reception, a bookshop, mini-mart and Internet cafe.