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University of Winchester

(3.9)
104 reviews
Guardian University Guide 2025 ranking
115
103
103

Overview

University information
Level of study
Undergraduate 83%Postgraduate 17%
Mode of study
Full-time 96%Part-time 4%
Gender ratio
Female 66%Male 33%Other 1%
Where students come from
International 6%UK 94%
Number of students
8,285
Source: HESA
About University of Winchester

UCAS Code: W76

The University of Winchester is small, stylish, desirable and values-driven, with an international reach. The campus offers a dynamic academic environment within a friendly, social and supportive community. Winchester is one of the most beautiful cities in the UK and has a strong cafe culture and a bustling atmosphere.

Source: University of Winchester
Tuition Fees
  • First year tuition fees for UK students range from £5,760 to £9,550 with the most common fee for a course being £9,535.
  • International students pay between £16,700 and £17,450 in the first year, with most courses having a fee of £16,700.
Job prospects

Undergraduate

£19.6k

Average graduate salary

91%

Graduates in work or further study

Postgraduate

92%

Graduates in work or further study

Average graduate salary is determined 12 months after a student graduates

Graduates in work or further study percentage is determined 15 months after a student graduates

Open Day

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Universities will list upcoming open days on their websites. Most will also have virtual open days; these are a great alternative if you really can't get there in person. For tips on preparing for open days, check the advice section here on The Uni Guide.

Courses

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Here are this uni's top 20 courses, based on UCAS points

120-128 UCAS points

Nutrition and Dietetics

BSc (Hons) 3 Years full-time 2025

Main Site

120-128 UCAS points

Midwifery

BSc (Hons) 3 Years full-time 2025

Main Site

120-128 UCAS points

Physiotherapy

BSc (Hons) 3 Years full-time 2025

Main Site

112-120 UCAS points

Forensic Investigative Psychology

BSc (Hons) 3 Years full-time 2025

Main Site

112-120 UCAS points

Primary Education with QTS

BA (Hons) 3 Years full-time 2025

Main Site

112-120 UCAS points

Law with Criminology

BA (Hons) 3 Years full-time 2025

Main Site

112-120 UCAS points

Forensic Investigation

BSc (Hons) 3 Years full-time 2025

Main Site

112-120 UCAS points

Marketing

BA (Hons) 3 Years full-time 2025

Main Site

112-120 UCAS points

Psychology & Child Development

BSc (Hons) 3 Years full-time 2025

Main Site

112-120 UCAS points

Criminology

BA (Hons) 3 Years full-time 2025

Main Site

112-120 UCAS points

Film Production

BA (Hons) 3 Years full-time 2025

Main Site

112-120 UCAS points

Criminology with Sociology

BA (Hons) 3 Years full-time 2025

Main Site

112-120 UCAS points

Professional Policing

BSc (Hons) 3 Years full-time 2025

Main Site

112-120 UCAS points

Forensic Science

BSc (Hons) 3 Years full-time 2025

Main Site

112-120 UCAS points

Psychology

BSc (Hons) 3 Years full-time 2025

Main Site

112-128 UCAS points

Nursing (Child)

BN (Hons) 3 Years full-time 2025

Main Site

112-120 UCAS points

Psychology with Criminology

BSc (Hons) 3 Years full-time 2025

Main Site

112-120 UCAS points

Sports Therapy

BSc (Hons) 3 Years full-time 2025

Main Site

112-120 UCAS points

Law

LLB (Hons) 3 Years full-time 2025

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104-120 UCAS points

Medieval History with Year Abroad

BA (Hons) 4 Years full-time 2025

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Reviews & discussions

(3.9)
Based on 104 reviews
5 star
37%
4 star
34%
3 star
18%
2 star
7%
1 star
5%
All reviews

Showing 20 reviews

1st year student

Social life is not very goodrnCourse is good and lecturers are helpful

(2)

1 year ago

3rd year student

A bit all over the place. Modules were changed, added or removed as we went along and we ended up on some modules that had nothing to do with us because it seemed they were just trying to fill the contact hours. Lecturers have a lot of knowledge in their field but sometimes struggle to teach it in a...

(3)

1 year ago

2nd year student

My course is brilliant. The resources are amazing the best I’ve seen, the lecturers are all so supportive and you definitely get what you pay for!

(5)

1 year ago

3rd year student

Could have matched what was advertised.rnHowever it is okay.

(3)

1 year ago

1st year student

Good course covering a wide range of topics, some feel less relevant than others but in the broad scheme all combine for a comprehensive view

(4)

1 year ago

1st year student

The lecturers are engaging for the most part and the course is challenging and interesting. The timetable is 3 days a week from your second semester

(5)

1 year ago

Undergraduate students were asked to rate their universities on each of the following attributes. You can see their ratings here, along with whether these ratings are high, medium or low in comparison to other universities.

46%

Nightlife

low

53%

Political

med

70%

Creative

high

64%

Sporty

med

77%

Student Union

high

Source: University Student Reviews and Survey

National Student Survey (NSS) scores

The NSS is an annual survey where final-year students are asked to rate different aspects of their course and university experience.

Select an option to see a detailed breakdown

How often does your course challenge you to achieve your best work?

83%

low

How good are teaching staff at explaining things?

90%

med

How often do teaching staff make the subject engaging?

80%

low

How often is the course intellectually stimulating?

78%

low

To what extent have you had the chance to bring together information and ideas from different topics?

82%

med

How well does your course introduce subjects and skills in a way that builds on what you have already learned?

82%

low

How well has your course developed your knowledge and skills that you think you will need for your future?

82%

low

To what extent have you had the chance to explore ideas and concepts in depth?

81%

low

To what extent does your course have the right balance of directed and independent study?

75%

med

How well have assessments allowed you to demonstrate what you have learned?

81%

low

How fair has the marking and assessment been on your course?

80%

low

How often does feedback help you to improve your work?

75%

med

How often have you received assessment feedback on time?

90%

med

How clear were the marking criteria used to assess your work?

77%

med

How easy was it to contact teaching staff when you needed to?

85%

med

How well have teaching staff supported your learning?

86%

med

How well were any changes to teaching on your course communicated?

71%

med

How well organised is your course?

67%

med

How well have the IT resources and facilities supported your learning?

82%

med

How well have the library resources (e.g., books, online services and learning spaces) supported your learning?

85%

med

How easy is it to access subject specific resources (e.g., equipment, facilities, software) when you need them?

84%

med

How clear is it that students' feedback on the course is acted on?

65%

med

To what extent do you get the right opportunities to give feedback on your course?

82%

med

To what extent are students' opinions about the course valued by staff?

77%

med

How well does the students' union (association or guild) represent students' academic interests?

73%

med

During your studies, how free did you feel to express your ideas, opinions, and beliefs?

85%

med

How well communicated was information about your university/college's mental wellbeing support services?

73%

low

My contribution during placement(s) as part of the clinical team was valued.

76%

med

I was given opportunities to meet my required practice learning outcomes / competences.

82%

med

I was allocated placement(s) suitable for my course.

86%

med

I received sufficient preparatory information prior to my placement(s).

63%

low

I received appropriate supervision on placement(s).

77%

med

My practice supervisor(s) understood how my placement(s) related to the broader requirements of my course.

75%

med

Discussions

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Hello!

My name is Jo and I am the official representative for the University of Winchester on The Student Room.

I have lived in Winchester for the previous 7 years, and have been working at the University since 2018. I have studied at undergraduate level, and have lots of experience to pass on from my time at university. Living in Winchester has been great so far. It is a beautiful, historic city that has great links to bigger cities such as London and Southampton. I am happy to help you with any questions you have about the University or life in Winchester (including the best sushi spots!).

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