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Press Release31/07/2024

University and Festival renew agreement to spread the word about the power of poetry

Poetry has the power to lift the soul but it can also provide practical experience as proven by a successful partnership between the University of Winchester and Winchester Poetry Festival. Read more

Press Release07/08/2024

Lucy looks to make a mark in forensics with her research into accidental bone damage

A University of Winchester student has pursued some groundbreaking research into the damage that can occur to buried bones while they are underground and as they are dug up. Read more

Press Release02/08/2024

New study to assess mental wellbeing of UK's teachers

Academics at the University of Winchester have launched a major survey to look at the mental wellbeing of teachers in UK schools. Read more

Press Release01/08/2024

We can all learn from these six personal views of healthcare

Six short films documenting people’s experience of healthcare received their premiere at the University of Winchester recently. Read more

Press Release31/07/2024

Jacob connects to the past with magnets and 3D printer

A History student from the University of Winchester is rebuilding the past with the aid of 3D printing and magnets. Read more

Press Release26/07/2024

University offers a taste of new midwifery apprenticeship course to NHS trusts and colleges

The Midwifery team at the University of Winchester hosted three successful taster days for those interested in studying for a Midwifery Degree Apprenticeship. Read more

Press Release23/07/2024

Refugee Week event inspires young poets to tell some home truths

Some original and moving takes on the theme of ‘Home’ were expressed by primary school pupils in a poetry competition run by the University of Winchester Read more

Press Release17/07/2024

Creative graduates' clean air book for schools up for green award

Two Creative Writing graduates from the University of Winchester have collaborated on a new picture book to teach primary schoolchildren about the hazards of air pollution has been shortlisted for a top environmental award. Read more

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Press Release18/07/2024

Grounds for a celebration - King Alfred campus wins Green Flag award

The University of Winchester will be able to hoist the prestigious Green Flag after achieving the international quality mark for its King Alfred Campus. Read more

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Press Release06/06/2024

Comedian and actor Hugh Dennis installed as our new Chancellor

Comedian and actor Hugh Dennis was installed as the new Chancellor of the University of Winchester at a special ceremony held this week. Read more

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Press Release15/07/2024

Biscuit Barrel comedy team set to roll back into Winchester after Fringe show

A comedy troupe formed at the University of Winchester is returning to the city to play a special one-off show in September. Read more

Press Release17/07/2024

Industry professionals return to university for Event Management students' networking event

Students past and present networked at a special evening organised by undergraduates on the Event Management course at the University of Winchester. Read more

Press Release15/07/2024

Mentoring scheme helps students prepare for world of work

The University of Winchester celebrated the success of its Professional Mentoring Programme at a special event held at the West Downs Centre. Read more

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Press Release28/06/2024

Second helping of awards for mealtime volunteers programme

A pioneering programme developed at the University of Winchester to give students hands-on experience of a hospital ward has won a second award. Read more

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Press Release27/06/2024

Refugee Week highlights importance of creating chances for all

The University of Winchester showed its commitment to the education needs of refugees and asylum seekers with a week of events. Read more

Press Release27/06/2024

The world comes to Winchester for major history conference

More than 150 delegates from six continents gathered at the University of Winchester for a major international history conference. Read more

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Press Release26/06/2024

University displays a hatful of talent at city's outdoor arts fest

University of Winchester students and recent graduates will be performing an array of new and innovative work as part of the Top Hat Competition at the city’s annual Hat Fair next month (5-7 July). Read more

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Press Release28/06/2024

Graduate theatre companies offer comedy and romance at City's Fringe festival

University of Winchester alumnae are taking centre stage at Southampton’s arts festival, So: Fringe (11-13 July). Read more

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Blog18/06/2024

Pisa tests prove creativity can be taught and assessed

The results of the first-ever Programme for International Student Assessment (Pisa) test of creative thinking were launched at the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development in Paris today, writes Bill Lucas Read more

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Press Release18/06/2024

Winchester forms partnership with ' University of the Parks' in Utah

The University of Winchester’s newest study abroad partner - Southern Utah University - stands at the heart of some of the USA’s most stunning scenery. Read more

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Press Release17/06/2024

University helps sixth formers hone research skills

Local sixth formers took a deeper look at some of the big issues affecting society as part of new initiative run by the University of Winchester. Read more

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Press Release12/06/2024

Theatre company gives its learning-disabled performers skills for life, says new study

A new study by the University of Winchester has shown how a theatre company has helped its learning-disabled performers off stage as well as on. Read more

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Press Release14/06/2024

Lauren named Rising Star at business awards

Lauren Watson won the Rising Star award at the first Maven Awards held at the city’s Theatre Royal. Read more

Press Release13/05/2024

Winchester's teaching courses rated 'Outstanding' by Ofsted

Ofsted has rated primary and secondary teacher training at the University of Winchester 'Outstanding' across the board. Read more

Film poster Arcadia. Nic Cage

The Conversation14/06/2024

Arcadian: Cage’s post-apocalyptic pastoral is a beautiful mess

Matthew Leggatt, Senior Lecturer in the Department of English and Creative Writing at the University of Winchester, casts a critical eye over Nic Cage's latest movie set in a future world where monsters roam by night... Read more

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