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The University of Chichester is a globally recognised higher education institution, with two state-of-the-art campuses. The first is located in the vibrant city of Chichester and the second is situated in the beautiful coastal town of Bognor Regis. Both of the university’s campuses benefit from fantastic transport links and are well-located in relation to local services and attractions.
Chichester prides itself on celebrating the unique characteristics of all its students, and prioritises a community-led student experience. The university welcomes students and staff from a wide variety of backgrounds.
Chichester is recognised for the high quality of its teaching and the university was awarded a ‘Gold’ award in the most recent Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF 2023), the highest award for teaching excellence. Students themselves have also recognised the quality of education and experience at Chichester, with the Complete University Guide ranking the university 10th in the UK overall for student satisfaction (Complete University Guide 2023).
Chichester offers 136 interdisciplinary and cutting-edge undergraduate programmes of study, across eighteen subject areas. To get a taste for student life at the university, students are encouraged to attend an open day at Chichester. This will allow them to tour the campuses and talk one-to-one with teaching staff and current students. At Chichester’s open days, prospective students are able to get a real sense of what it is like to live and study at this welcoming modern university.
University of Chichester students on Whatuni say:
“The uni has great facilities and incredible lecturers who give attention to all students.”
“Friendly and welcoming environment with lots of support.”
“The uni is a small community, but everyone knows everyone and it’s always been a positive place to study and be.”
The University of Chichester’s approach to learning is designed to inspire and motivate students, helping them to unlock their natural potential and develop their unique interests. Undergraduate courses at Chichester nurture students’ transferable and vocational skills, preparing them for future career success in specialised subject areas. Many degree pathways include opportunities for hands-on practical experience and industry placements.
136 undergraduate courses are available at Chichester across the university’s 18 schools and departments. Innovative and visionary courses are available in a wide range of subject areas, from arts and humanities to STEM subjects, education, and sport.
Lecturers at Chichester are hand-picked by the university for their knowledge, passion, and teaching abilities. Many lecturers are involved in ground-breaking research in their specialist fields and bring to their roles a wealth of academic and industry experience. Every student receives personalised one-to-one academic support at Chichester. The university ensures that students feel supported throughout their educational journey and are able to fulfil their full academic and personal potential.
University of Chichester students on Whatuni say:
“The course is very interesting and my professors are good.”
“The best is the support students get from lecturers with that they are always available to help.”
“The tutor contact time is 5 days a week for a whole working day sometimes a bit longer so you have a lot of learning time.”
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GET PROSPECTUSThe University of Chichester is committed to bringing together the best and brightest students from the UK and beyond. While entry requirements for the university vary on a course-by-course basis, Chichester typically requires evidence of one of the following levels of qualification for entry onto undergraduate courses:
The university also considers a number of alternative certified qualifications from across the globe, providing they are determined to be equivalent to required UK qualifications. Specific grade scores are generally required, and these will vary on a course-by-course basis. All course specific entry requirements can be found on individual undergraduate course pages.
Students are encouraged to contact Chichester’s helpful admissions team should they require any advice or help with their application.
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ASK A QUESTIONThe University of Chichester offers its undergraduate students a wide range of accommodation options across both its campuses, in addition to a number of off-campus alternatives.
All university accommodation is well-equipped, with Wi-Fi and utilities included. Prices start from £145 per week, for an average 40-week contract, and students can choose from catered or self-catered halls.
Chichester’s facilities are renowned for their quality, and the university provides students with a range of state-of-the-art spaces for research and study.
The university boats a high-spec library which has open-access workstations, printing facilities, individual study rooms and group working spaces. The library collection houses over 260,000 printed volumes in total, as well as over 500,000 e-books.
Recently constructed facilities at Chichester include the £35 million Engineering and Digital Technology Park on the Bognor Regis campus, which provides dedicated training to aspiring STEM students. The university also has specialised physiology labs, biomechanics labs, a sports therapy teaching clinic, a gym and a rehab room for sports science students.
There are a wide range of industry standard media suites, multi-purpose performance studios for drama students, recording studios and sound stages for music students, as well as a bespoke Engineering and Digital Technology Park.
University of Chichester students on Whatuni say:
“Access to great facilities.”
“The campus feels very welcoming and relaxed and it's in a very nice location with amazing music facilities.”
“Really nice rooms.”
Find out more about the accommodations and facilities in person at the uni.
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VIEW 1241 REVIEWS WRITE A REVIEWM Molly Reviewed 28 Feb 24 Creative Writing and English BA (Hons) So far, this University has treated me incredibly well. The staff have been amazing and each accommodation is in a safe place, even off campus. I’d definitely say that if you prefer a quiet place but still want a city, come here. It’s one of the calmest places I’ve ever lived and it has around 300... READ FULL REVIEW
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The University of Chichester understands the pressures students experiences while studying for an undergraduate degree. As such, the university provides a team of highly qualified student support specialists who are always on hand to help students throughout their time at Chichester. A comprehensive range of student support services provide confidential and non-judgemental spaces where students can receive individual help with any issues they may face while at the university.
Chichester’s friendly Support and Information Zone (SIZ) is a one-stop-shop for any student questions or concerns. SIZ provides is a range of support options for students with disabilities, long-term health conditions, autistic spectrum conditions, mental health conditions and specific learning difficulties, including dyslexia, dyspraxia, and dysgraphia. Student support advisors at Chichester can also refer students to the university’s student health team, which consists of two registered nurses, a mental health advisor, and a counselling service. There is also a specialist student finance advisor at the university to help students with any finance and budgeting issues.
University of Chichester students on Whatuni say:
“Great place to study and plenty of support around.”
“Chichester is such a lovely area to live and study in! Support for students goes up and beyond.”
“I think that the uni does everything for students really well and I feel very supported.”
Find out more about the student support offered on the university’s website.
VISIT WEBSITEChichester is recognised for the high standards of its teaching. The university was awarded a ‘Gold’ award in the most recent Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF 2023), the highest award for teaching excellence.
The university is known for its strong creative and digital technologies programmes, where students are instructed by Bafta and Oscar award winning lecturers. Chichester also boasts one of the largest and most diverse music programmes in the UK. Students studying music are ideally placed at the university to develop professionally, with access to the Chichester Festival Theatre and Alexandra Theatre providing opportunities to take part in top-class productions.
Chichester is world-renowned for the high quality of the research undertaken at the university. The innovative developments made by students and staff across the university’s cutting-edge research centres informs teaching content and methods at undergraduate level. The most recent Research Excellence Framework (REF 2021) ranked 86% of Chichester’s research as “internationally renowned” and a further 12% was classified as “world leading.” Subject areas which scored particularly high in REF 2021 included English and creative writing, sport, and history.
Chichester’s Student Union (SU) works closely with the university to ensure that Chichester has one of the best student communities in the UK. The SU runs a wide range of social events throughout the year and organises the university’s diverse array of societies.
University of Chichester students on Whatuni say:
“It's a nice small place away from the city. Close to the beach as well.”
“Student nights are class and would 100% do it over again.”
“The location by the sea is amazing and the campus has a small, relaxed feel.”
There are more than 27 sports clubs and 40 different societies at Chichester. Sporting societies at Chichester are particularly strong, with a variety of recreational and competitive teams. There is a diverse selection of societies available, ranging from fine art, film and aerial circus to the Korean Society and the Afro Caribbean Society.
The University of Chichester has two campuses. One is in the city of Chichester itself and the other is in the seaside town of Bognor Regis. Both locations offer students vibrant and close-knit communities with a variety of restaurants, shops, cultural attractions, outdoor spaces, pubs and bars. Chichester is a historic cathedral city, while Bognor Regis is a lively coastal resort. For those who enjoy getting outdoors, both campuses are on the doorstep of the breath-taking South Downs National Park.
See the campus and city for yourself in person by booking an open day place.
BOOK OPEN DAYStudents at the University of Chichester benefit from the specialist services offered by the university’s careers and employability centre throughout the course of their studies, and even after they graduate. Professional career consultants provide individual students with a bespoke range of support services which ensure that students are able to make informed and practical career choices. These support services help students hone practical skills and build industry connections.
The university also has extensive collaborative links with multiple industry sectors. These partnerships give graduating students invaluable professional connections, linking them to relevant industry professionals who can help them kickstart their careers. Many of the course modules offered by the university also include opportunities for real-world work placements. These are fantastic ways for students to enhance their CV, gain practical experience and develop important transferable skills.
The careers and employability centre additionally maintains regular, up to date lists of current vacancies, internships, and other work experience opportunities that students can access at any time.
The University of Chichester offers its undergraduate students a fantastic range of scholarships, bursaries and other awards which can cover part or all of the costs associated with studying. These opportunities may be available directly through the university or via university partners. Scholarships and bursaries do not need to be repaid and range in value, depending on the award type and issuing body.
The university also maintains a dedicated student money advice service, which helps students to identify and access scholarships and other financial award opportunities, while also providing advice on finance management.
At Chichester tuition fees are charged according to the type of course applied for and the fee paying status of the applicant. Prospective students should consult relevant course pages for the most up-to-date fee information before making an application.
For the 2024/2025 academic year, undergraduate students from the UK can typically expect to pay £9,250 per academic year for full-time BA/BSc/BMus/BEng/MScI/Meng courses, while international students can typically expect to pay £15,840 per academic year.
Send a message directly to the uni to learn more about their scholarships and bursaries.
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As well as a wide range of courses, studying at University of Chichester offers you loads of opportunities to boost your CV thanks to the careers department. You might even have the chance to do a work placement or sandwich year during your degree.
As well as providing you with opportunities to develop academically and professionally, you'll have a wide range of clubs and societies to join. You'll be able to pick up a new hobby and make loads of new friends by joining some of the clubs and societies on offer at University of Chichester.
The world is your oyster! Of course, the exact options open to you will depend on which subject you choose to study. Employers often look to hire graduates, so you can be sure that your degree will give you a wider range of employment opportunities.
No matter what degree you choose, however, you'll have option of going on to further study. If you want to keep studying, your undergraduate degree will enable you to go on to a master's degree or even a PhD.
If you opt to live in uni halls, you'll benefit from free WiFi and all-inclusive rent. Rent for uni halls also includes security and maintenance, so you can be sure you'll be well-looked after. There are several accessible rooms available, which are adapted for disabled students.
Halls also have communal areas such as kitchen facilities where you can meet your flatmates over a cup of tea. You'll also have access to dining facilities where you can share a meal with other students in your accommodation.
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