Faculty of Education and the Arts

An established provider of high-quality programmes in the fields of teaching, the academic study of education, performing arts, film and media, and journalism.

The Faculty of Education and the Arts bring together two dynamic departments: the Institute of Education and the School of Creative Performance and Production. While each student’s programme serves as their academic ‘home’, we believe in fostering a broader sense of belonging, one that connects them to a vibrant community across the Faculty. The collaborative environment at Winchester opens the door to exciting opportunities, creative synergies, and enriching experiences that extend beyond the classroom.

Our two departments share a deep commitment to delivering an exceptional learning experience, which nurtures and supports creativity, inspires innovation, and empowers students to drive educational and social transformation.

In the Institute of Education, we embrace education in all its forms: formal, informal, and lifelong. We recognise the power education has to transform lives, not only those of our students, but also the individuals they will go on to teach, support, and inspire. All our education programmes are underpinned by a commitment to social justice.

In the School of Creative Performance and Production, we champion the transformative power of the arts in shaping culture, identity, and community. Our programmes empower students to become bold, socially engaged creatives, ready to make meaningful contributions to the world around them.

Both departments are committed to delivering inclusive and innovative programmes that equip students for diverse and fulfilling careers in education, performance, and production. Our teaching is shaped by cutting-edge research, vibrant creative practice, and meaningful real-world engagement. By collaborating closely with external partners and industry stakeholders, we ensure our graduates are not only career-ready but also empowered to make a lasting, positive impact on society.

Our students are at the heart of everything we do. We value their voices, experiences and support their aspirations, and provide opportunities for academic and professional development from undergraduate through to doctoral level study. In classrooms, studios, and the wider community, our students become agents of change as educators, performers, producers, and creators who inspire others and contribute to shaping a better future.