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Key Facts:

  • Top 10 in the UK for employment and/or further study (Higher Education Statistics Agency, 2023)
  • Degree Apprenticeships in Business, Technology and Nursing
  • Ofsted Outstanding for Teacher Training
  • £50m new campus development for Digital Futures
  • Leading support for care leavers and military service children

Why Winchester?

Located just an hour from London, Winchester is a bright, beautiful, and buzzing city. Our modern campus facilities, stylish student accommodation, community feel, and lively Student Union make the University of Winchester a great place to enjoy.

With a wide range of course across Business, Education, Humanities, Law, and Nursing, alongside our suite of Degree Apprenticeships, the University of Winchester is a perfect place to become. A thriving Student Union, guaranteed University accommodation and a stone throws away from England Historic Capital, Winchester is the perfect place to learn.

Open days

Our Open Days are a great opportunity to see our beautiful campus, take a tour of our stunning accommodation, and meet staff and students from the course you are looking to study. We'll have a number of opportunities for you to visit us throughout the year, so we look forward to welcoming you soon.

Did you know you can get 34% off your SWR train ticket cost if you are attending an Open Day. If you have a 16-25 Railcard, the discount is 40%

This is available to the student and any guests travelling with the student to the Open Day. For more information on how to book visit our Open Day page and South Western Railway.

UK Student Recruitment Team

The UK Student Recruitment Team at the University of Winchester are here to support students, teachers and supporting through the journey of progression to university. Our aim is to help raise students’ Higher Education aspirations by offering engaging activities.

We offer a range of activities which are delivered either online, at your school/college or on campus. We have activities to help students discover more about specific subjects, practical sessions on applying and preparing for university, insights into university life and opportunities to experience learning within our beautiful campus. We want our activities to be as flexible as possible and can work with teachers and advisers to build a bespoke activity to help your students understand topics that are most relevant and important to them. Find the team on Twitter @UoWSCL or check out our Schools and Colleges pages on our website.

Useful Links:

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Find us on:

Twitter @_UoW

Instagram @uniwinchester

Tik Tok @winchesteruni



Schools & colleges Open Days

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January 2025 Open Day University of Winchester Our Open Day is a great way for you to find out more about the undergraduate courses on offer at Winchester, meet the academics leading the courses you are interested in and speak with current students. Saturday, January 18, 2025
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Parents and Supporters Webinar - February 2025 University of Winchester This session is aimed at parents and supporters of year 13 offer holders and applicants, we’ll explore next steps in deciding your firm and insurance choice university as well as cover aspects of student finance, student life, accommodation and more.  Wednesday, February 12, 2025
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Postgraduate Open Evening University of Winchester Are you a teacher or adviser and thinking about Postgraduate study? Our Postgraduate Open Evenings give you the opportunity to meet academics and current postgraduate students to find out what postgraduate life is like here at the University of Winchester. Wednesday, March 5, 2025
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Parents and Supporters Webinar - May 2025 University of Winchester Aimed at parents and supporters of year 12 students to make the most of the summer break to reflect on options after college and prepare for open days. Wednesday, May 7, 2025
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University of Winchester Teachers and Advisors Conference 2025 University of Winchester The University of Winchester is delighted to invite you to our Teacher and Adviser's Conference on June 25th 2025. It will take place at the University of Winchester, King Alfred Campus, SO22 4NR . Please fill out the form below as your expression of intent. Wednesday, June 25, 2025
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Campus Conversations - History University of Winchester History is in the spotlight on this episode of Campus Conversations as Dr Graciela Iglesias Rogers and Eleanor chat about their past experiences, the future and challenges they’ve faced during their time at Winchester.
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Campus Conversations - Law University of Winchester In this episode of Campus Conversations, Dr Emma Nottingham and student Tom engage in a thought-provoking conversation about the ever-changing nature of the Law degree.
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Campus Conversations - Physiotherapy University of Winchester Students Holly and Charlotte are joined by lecturer Jason Laird as they delve into the Physiotherapy degree and how placements have had a transformative impact on them.
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Campus Conversations - Primary Education University of Winchester This episode of Campus Conversations features a candid discussion between senior lecturer Lucy Barratt and student Catherine about the realities and rewards of studying Primary Education, one of our undergraduate teacher training degrees.
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Campus Conversations - Social Work University of Winchester Social Work is in the spotlight on this episode of Campus Conversations as Caroline Nicholson and Social Work Student Emma chat about their past experiences, the future and challenges they’ve faced during their time at Winchester.
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Campus Conversations - Sociology University of Winchester Sociology is in the spotlight on this episode of Campus Conversations as David Brown and Sociology Student Chloe chat about their past experiences, the future and challenges they’ve faced during their time at Winchester.
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Campus Conversations - Sport University of Winchester Sport is in the spotlight on this episode of Campus Conversations as Dr Steve Smith and Sport Student Ben chat about their past experiences, the future and challenges they’ve faced during their time at Winchester.
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Digital Resources for Teachers and Advisers University of Winchester Our Schools and Colleges Team have been busy developing a range of resources for you to share with your learners.
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DISCOVER Winchester Scheme University of Winchester You may be eligible for lower entry requirements to study at the University of Winchester!
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On Campus with... - Creative Writing with Dr Glenn Fosbraey University of Winchester In this episode, Dr Glenn Fosbraey joins us to discuss song lyrics, constant streams of urination as a literary device and the alchemy of creative writing.
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On Campus with... - Film Production with Rob Ferrin University of Winchester In today’s episode, Rob Ferrin joins us to tell us about a Teletubby mockumentary, how sheep are terrible actors and why he isn’t a fan of superhero films.
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On Campus with... - Forensics with Selina Robinson University of Winchester In this episode, Selina Robinson joins us to discuss gaming software in forensic investigation, the use of defibrillated horse blood in the UoW Crime Scene house and much more!
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On Campus with... - Sports Coaching with Richard Cheetham MBE University of Winchester Today, Richard Cheetham MBE joins us for an episode of constant name drops, sport chats (welly wanging) and the importance of play throughout our lives.
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Pathways to Business and Digital Technologies University of Winchester The Pathways to Business and Management programme runs for the first time from October 2024. The pathway is an opportunity for prospective business and management students to engage in a series of practical and informative sessions delivered by academics and business professionals at the Faculty of Business and Digital Technologies.
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Pathways to Law Programme University of Winchester The Pathways to Law programme is an opportunity for prospective law students to engage in a series of practical and informative sessions delivered by academics and legal professionals at the Faculty of Law, Crime and Justice.
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Pathways to Sport and Exercise Psychology Programme University of Winchester The Pathways to Sport and Exercise Psychology programme is an annual event that takes place in December. The event is an opportunity for prospective students to engage in a series of taster sessions delivered by academics from our BSc (Hons) Sport and Exercise Psychology course.
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Pathways to Sport Programme University of Winchester Unlock Your Future in Sport – Reduced UCAS Entry! The Pathways to Sport programme is a one-day immersive experience designed to give you a hands-on introduction to university life and sport-related degrees at the University of Winchester. Complete the programme and gain exclusive access to reduced entry requirements—96 UCAS points*
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Regional Contacts based at University of Winchester

Katie Bizley

Schools and Colleges Senior Development Officer

Alix Hickman

Schools and Colleges Senior Development Officer

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We are based around our original mission – to educate, advance knowledge and serve the common good – and guided by our reimagined values; the love of learning, Individual and shared endeavour and making a difference. These focus on the importance of people, place, and partnerships in delivering our mission.