Winchester University

The University of Winchester is situated within the historic medieval Cathedral city of Winchester in Hampshire, central southern England. A range of undergraduate, postgraduate and professional development programs are available.
Colleges which form the University of Winchester were established in 1840, and it combines this heritage with innovative learning and teaching. It was awarded full University status by the Privacy Council in 2005.

Ranking

The University is ranked among the top five universities in the South East of England and top 25 Universities in England for overall satisfaction in the National Student Survey 2013.
In the latest Research Assessment Exercise (RAE), 75% of the University’s research submitted was considered internationally recognized, with some research achieving the highest grade possible (4*) and a rating of “quality that is world-leading in terms of originality, significance and rigor".

Facilities

Libraries

The Martial Rose Library houses over 200,000 volumes relating to every course at the uni. If the book you want isn't there (which with just 200,000 volumes, chances are some won't be as you progress through your studies), you can request a copy through inter-library loans for a small charge.
The library also has 300 study spaces and 150 computer spaces which are linked to the University's network.

IT and Computing

There are more than 400 computers available to you. With the 150 in the library most of the rest are in the dedicated IT Centres.
As well as computers, the uni offers continual training to students on computer and software use. You can also use a range of reprographic and stationary services and hire out various pieces of audio-visual equipment and take part in training to use the video editing suites.

Accommodation

Main Building

The University offers catered and self-catering accommodation on campus and University Managed Housing in the city - all of which are located within walking distance of the University. A big bonus at Winchester is the fact that ALL rooms in student housing have FREE internet access.

Sports

Sports facilities at Winchester include:

• Fitness suite
• Sports hall
• Tennis courts
• Squash courts
• Outdoor pitches

Current sports clubs/teams include:

Squash Men's Basketball Cricket Men's Football Men's Hockey Men's Rugby Netball

Rounders team Rugby 7s Tennis Women's Basketball Women's Football Women's Hockey Women's Rugby

Students who have excelled at sports could apply for a sports excellence award of £4,00.

Welfare

The University Student Center

The University has a learning support service to help with more academic issues and a personal support service for non-academic issues.
The personal support service includes a confidential counseling service, a welfare team offering information and advice and help and assistance with money matters and child care matters. Due to the high proportion of mature students the nursery and half term activity sessions held at the uni are very useful services to have! 

Healthcare

When you arrive in Winchester it's advisable to register with a GP so you can get the services of a medical doctor when you need one. The university does have a medical centre with this service but does have a nurse available daily. Just make an appointment and you can see her in the clinic in St James’ Hall Room 11.
Something different about Winchester is that the clinic room them offers a range of complementary therapies on some weekday afternoons. If you think this could help you could have sessions of aromatherapy or massages.

Transport

Whilst at university in Winchester you're unlikely to need much transport getting to and from the uni if you live in student accommodation. The main halls are within walking distance of the other academic and service buildings and are only 10 minute walk from the city center.
Nationally, transport links are good, with trains running in to Waterloo station in London and many National Express coaches stop at Winchester on route all over the UK.

Careers service

The careers service will offer you a range of advice, information and tips on search for and applying for a jobs, further study, overseas and volunteering opportunities. You'll be able to make use of the service for up to 2 years after you graduate too.

Part-time jobs

Unlike a few universities, Winchester is happy for you to work part-time while you study here (so long as it doesn't interfere with your studying).
The careers service put up a lot of adverts for part time work on the JobShop website - both at the uni and in the wider area. You'll need your IT login and password to access the jobs, so don't forget them. The careers service will always have a paper copy of any advert for you to look at should you prefer that. Just pop in and asks them about it.

Religious facilities

The university has a Chapel for Christian Worship and a Muslim prayer room.
No other groups are directly catered for on campus, though a Chaplain is there to offer help to all faiths, especially in finding places of worship within the community. The University has student groups for most religions and for those not having communities or places of worship within Winchester itself, near by Southampton usually does.