About University of Winchester
The University of Winchester is a cathedral city university in Hampshire renowned for teacher education, liberal arts, digital media, and social justice research. Its compact King Alfred Quarter blends historic red-brick buildings with the award-winning West Downs Centre and a close-knit student community.
Key Information
Student Statistics
- • 8,500 total students
- • 900 international students
- • 120 student societies
Location
- • Located in Winchester
- • Public university
- • Established 1840
Subject Rankings
Academics & Faculties
Degrees Offered
Foundation, Bachelor, Master, PhD
Popular Subjects
Teacher EducationCreative WritingDigital MediaSport and Exercise SciencePsychology
Student-Staff Ratio
14 : 1
Faculties & Departments
Faculty of Education and the Arts
Teacher Education, Performing Arts, Media and Film, Fine Art
Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences
History and Archaeology, English and Creative Writing, Politics and Society, Law
Faculty of Business and Digital Technologies
Management, Accounting and Finance, Digital Futures, Computer Science
Faculty of Health and Wellbeing
Nursing, Sport and Exercise, Psychology, Public Health
Entry Requirements
Undergraduate
Academic: Typical offers range from BBB–BCC A-levels (120–104 UCAS points); IB 30 for Education and Creative Writing.
Alternatives: BTEC Extended Diploma DDM, Access to HE Diploma with 30 credits at Distinction
IELTS: 6
R 5.5 / W 5.5 / L 5.5 / S 5.5
TOEFL iBT: 80
Interviews for teacher training and nursing • Enhanced DBS check for education and social care • Writing sample for creative writing
Postgraduate
Minimum Qualification: 2:2 honours degree or equivalent professional experience
GPA: 0
IELTS: 6.5
R 6 / W 6 / L 6 / S 6
TOEFL iBT: 90
Research proposal for MPhil/PhD • Professional references for PGCE and health programmes
Fees & Funding
Tuition (International)
- Undergraduate: £13,000
- Postgraduate: £14,000
- Foundation: £11,500
Living Costs (Annual)
- Accommodation: £6,900
- Food: £2,200
- Transport: £600
- Entertainment: £900
- Other: £750
- Total: £11,350
Scholarships
Winchester International Scholarship
MeritValue: £1,500 (Partial)
International fee status • Equivalent of 60%+ overall • Short statement on community impact
Global Leaders Scholarship
InternationalValue: £4,000 (Partial)
Postgraduate taught applicant • Leadership or social entrepreneurship experience
Deadline: 2025-05-31
Campus & Facilities
Sparkford Road, Winchester SO22 4NR
Attractive campus in historic Winchester with Victorian buildings and modern facilities including the West Downs Centre
Size: 60 acres
Facilities
Academic
Martial Rose Library, West Downs Centre, Performing Arts studios, Sports Science labs
Sports
Sports Stadium, Fitness suite, Sports hall
Accommodation
En-suite self-catered
Queens Road and Burma Road residences with private bathrooms and communal lounges.
Cost: £170 - £215 (per week)
Wi-Fi • Laundry • Bike storage
Distance: On campus
Contract: 40-45 weeks
Catered halls
St Swithun's and Beech Glade with meal plans and pastoral support.
Cost: £165 - £195 (per week)
Meal plan • Common rooms • 24/7 pastoral team
Distance: 5-minute walk
Contract: 35-40 weeks
Accommodation guaranteed for first-year international students who apply by the July deadline through the Winchester portal.
Airport transfers from Heathrow, move-in helpers, and guidance for private renting in the city.
Student Life & Support
Clubs & Sports
Clubs: 120
Teams: 40
Cultural Activities
- Winchester Students' Union runs cathedral carol services, writing festivals, sustainability markets, and gigs at the Vault.
International Support
- Visa support: Yes
- Language support: Yes
- Orientation: Yes
- Buddy program: Yes
- Contact: international@winchester.ac.uk
Health & Wellbeing
- Medical centre: Yes
- Counselling: Yes
- Disability support: Yes
- Emergency: +44 (0)1962 827 666
Careers & Outcomes
Employability Rank
108
Graduate Outcomes
Employed: 79%
Further study: 11%
Unemployed: 5%
Average Salary
£24,000
annual
Top Employers
Hampshire schoolsNHS HampshireWinchester City CouncilHampshire ConstabularyHeritage organisations
Location & Transportation
Nearest Airport
Southampton Airport
17 km • 20 minutes by train
Public Transport
- Rail: Winchester station offers fast trains to London Waterloo (55 minutes) and Southampton • £28-£40 off-peak return
- Bus: Bluestar and Stagecoach services connect campus with city centre and South Downs • £2-£3 per journey
Local Area
Winchester is a historic cathedral city with artisan cafés, riverside walks, and quick access to the South Downs National Park.
Cost of Living: Medium
Attractions: Winchester Cathedral, South Downs Way, Winchester Christmas Market
Shopping: The Brooks Shopping Centre, High Street independents, Farmers' Markets
Entertainment: Theatre Royal Winchester, Railway Inn live music, Hat Fair street arts festival
Additional Information
Metadata
Source: University of Winchester prospectus 2024/25, Graduate Outcomes survey, local authority data
Last Updated: 2025-12-03T00:00:00Z
Verified: Yes
Contact Email: admissions@winchester.ac.uk