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University of Winchester

University of Winchester

Key Information
Rank 85
Location Winchester, England
Established 1840
International Students 7.2%
Famous For Arts, Business, Sport
International Fees £11,600
Key Information
Location Winchester, England
Established 1840
Famous For Arts, Business, Sport
International Fees £11,600

University of Winchester Overview

The University of Winchester is located close to the south coast of the UK in the scenic South Downs. A cathedral city, Winchester achieved university status in 2008 and currently has around 7,000 students enrolled.

Following the National Student Survey, Winchester ranked 4th in England for overall satisfaction. Rated by final year undergraduate students, there is 100% overall satisfaction in American Studies, Archaeology, Business Management, Choreography and Dance, Digital Media Design, Digital Media Development, Education Studies (Early Childhood), Event Management, Health Community and Social Care Studies, History and the Medieval World, History and the Modern World, Media Production, Media Studies, and Politics and Global Studies.

The culture of the university is informal, with an emphasis on providing a supportive community for students through promotion of start-up businesses and social entrepreneurship, as well as personal support in student study and life. Winchester has seen a great amount of development in recent years, with work on brand-new accommodation and an award-winning student union, which achieved one of the best rankings in the National Student Survey, being completed.

University of Winchester Services for International Students

International students have access to special services which include pre-arrival advice and an international induction programme, including an airport pickup service and workshops on life, study and culture in the UK. Student support advisers can be seen at any time for help with academic and related personal issues. The University also runs an organisation through the Student Union which aims to help integrate international students into life at Winchester.

University of Winchester Rankings

  • 85th in the Times University Guide 2018
  • 90th in the Guardian University Guide 2018

Following the 2014 Research Excellence Framework, 82% of the submitted work was considered to be of ‘international quality’.

University of Winchester Accommodation

The University of Winchester guarantees international students a place in University accommodation for the duration of their studies. Winchester offers accommodation both on and off campus, with private rented housing also available. There are almost 1,500 beds in total, many of which are en suite, with self catering options also available. The former are generally arranged as student villages or small flats of about six students to a kitchen, while the latter are more traditional halls of residence with corridors containing shared bathrooms and kitchenettes.

University of Winchester Location

The University of Winchester campus is located within walking distance of the centre of the city of Winchester, one hour from London. It is an ancient cathedral city and was chosen by Alfred the Great to be the capital of the kingdom of Wessex. It is also steeped in Arthurian myth, with the castle containing the legendary Round Table of King Arthur. In the present day, the city has a strong cultural scene, particularly stemming from a literary heritage. There are also numerous pubs, bars, restaurants and cafes, leading to a lively social scene at all hours.

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