History of the university begins in 1840 when the Winchester Diocesan Training School for training elementary teachers. It reached university status in 2005.
In the University of Winchester there is
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Faculty of Arts
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Faculty of Business, Law and Sport
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Faculty of Education, Health and Social Care
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Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences
Why should you join University of Winchester?
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Innovative and forward-thinking learning and teaching with scholars at the forefront of their disciplines
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A great location in Hampshire in the ancient cathedral city of Winchester, which is one hour away from London
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An attractive campus situated within walking distance of the city centre
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First year full-time undergraduates are guaranteed high quality campus accommodation (subject to conditions)
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Great sports facilities, including the Winchester Sports Stadium and new University Gym
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A new Student Union inside the award-winning University Centre
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Research activity at national and international levels of excellence
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A safe and supportive community with an informal culture
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A dedicated centre for research and knowledge exchange offering support for postgraduate research students.
University of Winchester has two campuses: the King Alfred Campus and West Downs. Most of the undergraduate study and halls of residence are in the King Alfred Campus(Queens Road and Burma Road).

