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Press Release05/12/2024

Theology lecturer Marika to present BBC's Daily Service

A University of Winchester academic will be presenting an edition of BBC Radio 4 Extra’s Daily Service during Advent. Read more

Blog04/12/2024

Bibliography of British and Irish History is so much more than a reading list...

Gordon McKelvie, Senior Lecturer in Medieval History at the University of Winchester, argues that history lecturers need to see the Bibliography of British and Irish History’s (BBIH) as more than a convenient tool for updating reading lists... Read more

Press Release25/11/2024

Police graduates back in the classroom to meet next crop of potential recruits

Students on the Professional Policing degree at the University of Winchester found out about life on the force first hand when four recent graduates were brought in for questioning. Read more

Press Release22/11/2024

Winchester PhD scholar addresses U.N. economics workshop

A PhD Scholar from the University of Winchester has just returned from New York where she was invited to address the UN. Read more

The Conversation25/11/2024

Three ways Ruben Amorim can rebuild Man U's identity and get back to winning ways

Matt Smith, Senior Lecturer in Sport and Exercise Psychology at the University of Winchester, looks at the challenges facing the new manager of Manchester United... Read more

Press Release18/11/2024

Rap and A.I. add up to a new way to learn accounting

Accounting and Finance students at the University of Winchester have come up with musical numbers using AI. Read more

Press Release21/11/2024

University pair bring best of Iranian cinema to city

Two staff members form the University of Winchester have helped organise a mini film festival to showcase the best of Iranian cinema. Read more

Press Release15/11/2024

Researchers seek the personal stories of prostate condition which affects 3 million UK men

A research team led by Dr Margaret Husted from the University of Winchester is conducting research into a medical condition which affects huge section of the male population over the age of 50. Read more

Young woman talking to TV news crew

Press Release14/11/2024

Inspiring student speaks up for homeless charity at Westminster event

A first year student at the University of Winchester is playing an important ambassadorial role for a charity which supports young homeless people. Read more

Press Release11/11/2024

After roles on Mexican TV Ana becomes a version of herself in university's new promotional film

Student Ana Garcia, who appears in the University of Winchester’s new promotional film, 'Your Place to Become'’, is no stranger to being in front of the camera. Read more

Press Release14/11/2024

Five academics first to receive research supervisor accreditation

FIVE academic staff from the University of Winchester have become nationally accredited research supervisors. Read more

Press Release05/11/2024

Journalism students up for radio award after election scoops

Two University of Winchester journalism students have been nominated for a national radio award for their coverage of the General Election. Read more

Press Release05/11/2024

Free legal advice sessions return after success of pilot scheme

The University of Winchester and a firm of local solicitors are combining once more to offer an expanded series of free legal advice sessions after a pilot scheme proved a great success. Read more

Press Release01/11/2024

There's no 'stopping' the train of musicals coming out of Winchester

The University of Winchester is gaining a reputation as an incubator for new British musicals in need of a place to grow and develop. Read more

Press Release25/10/2024

Chancellor Hugh makes his graduation debut

Comedian and actor Hugh Dennis made his debut in a new role as Chancellor of the University of Winchester this week. Read more

Press Release30/10/2024

Worlds apart? Utopias and dystopias discussed in new podcast

A new podcast co-hosted by a University of Winchester academic looks at the differing depictions of Utopias and Dystopias in fiction and film. Read more

Young men at crowded airport

Press Release29/10/2024

Lecturers' new book explores what it's like to play a Beatle...

Anew book by two University of Winchester academics explores what it’s like to be in a Beatles tribute act. Read more

Press Release23/10/2024

Stirring speeches from Shamsa and Roman get Graduation week off to a fine start

Graduation week at the University of Winchester got off to a rousing start on Tuesday with two inspiring speeches from Honorary Doctorates. Read more

Press Release24/10/2024

Inspiring healthcare professionals honoured at graduation ceremony

THREE pioneering healthcare professionals were honoured at Wednesday’s graduation ceremony at the cathedral. Read more

Press Release09/10/2024

Winchester student film wins award at New York festival

A short film made by four students from the University of Winchester is to have its first public screening at a festival in New York. Read more

Press Release21/10/2024

Clara makes a little piece of law history in the US

A University of Winchester Law student really made a mark during her study abroad in Winchester USA. Read more

Press Release22/10/2024

Digital Technologies students design app to enhance Cathedral's visitor experience

Students from the University of Winchester were asked by the city’s Cathedral to design an app to improve the visitor experience at the famous landmark. Read more

Lim Teoh

Press Release13/09/2024

Lim shortlisted for 'Most Innovative Teacher of the Year' award

Senior Lecturer in Accounting and Taxation at the University of Winchester, Lim Keong Teoh, has been shortlisted for a prestigious Times Higher Education (THE) Award. Read more

Press Release14/10/2024

Law Week events go behind scenes of crime and justice

Two events involving the University of Winchester helped shed light on the worlds of crime and punishment as part of the Cathedral’s Law Week Festival. Read more

Press Release11/10/2024

Academics get their teeth into Dracula

Academics from the University of Winchester’s Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences (HSS) will be exploring Bram Stoker’s text at a special event, Dissecting Dracula, at the city’s Theatre Royal. Read more

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Press Release13/03/2026

Creative Writing student Gabriel creates a dystopian future for his first novel

A University of Winchester Creative Writing student has published a novel set in a dystopian future. Gabriel Webster’s ‘Devotion’ is a coming-of-age story whose central character Hector goes from innocent seven-year-old to vengeful vigilante. Read more