Winchester University UG Prospectus 2024

THE PLACE TO BECOME

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BECOMING: ELLEN WOOD

BA (Hons) Childhood Studies graduate and inspiration for Become (oil on canvas) by Emma-Leone Palmer, as featured on the cover.

“At Winchester, you are truly valued as a student. I will graduate knowing that the University helped me become the best version of myself, and I have developed the tools and skills to continue learning and growing in my career and personal life.”

TO EDUCATE, TO ADVANCE KNOWLEDGE AND TO SERVE THE COMMON GOOD

BECOMING A WINCHESTER STUDENT

WELCOME TO OUR UNDERGRADUATE PROSPECTUS FOR 2024 ENTRY

We are delighted to share with you this glimpse into the transformational experience our student and staff community co-create and hope you find everything you need to become a Winchester student for the next stage of your academic journey.

As well as the opportunities and careerenhancing skills you will acquire to help you to flourish and succeed in your studies and beyond, our city is the perfect environment for making life-long friendships, building academic confidence and resilience and creating a home away from home.

Our students benefit from our beautiful campus, our award-winning accommodation, our modern teaching and learning facilities, and the kind and supportive culture needed to deliver an outstanding educational experience.

By challenging yourself to achieve at the highest level you will help us in ensuring that your time at Winchester is enriching, rewarding and life-affirming.

We will offer you the necessary support and guidance to underpin your studies and our dedicated Student Support and Success and Careers and Employability teams will be available to you throughout your time as a student and as a graduate.

We hope you enjoy using this prospectus in conjunction with our website to find the right course for you and look forward to your application and welcoming you to Winchester in 2024.

For more detailed information about our courses, accommodation and facilities, please explore winchester.ac.uk or follow us on social media.

A city with over 2,000 years of history to explore London is 60 minutes away by train

We use 100% renewable energy

120 pubs and bars in Winchester††

Top 25 in England for students feeling part of a community of staff and students#

TRANSFORM YOUR FUTURE

LINKING YOU TO EMPLOYERS AND FUTURE OPPORTUNITIES

We work with a range of employers, community groups, placement providers and local organisations, keen to access student talent and employ our graduates and we run regular recruitment events and panels so you can connect with employers throughout your time here. You can add to your skills and experience by getting a part-time job, volunteering or undertaking a placement and many of our courses offer a credit-bearing Volunteering or Placement module. To find these advertised, head to our CareerConnect portal, which is specifically for Winchester students.

CAREERS ADVICE FOR LIFE

You will have access to free, impartial careers advice and guidance throughout your time as a student and for your whole life. Meet with employers at our range of recruitment events, attend workshops on a topic such as CV preparation or interview techniques, and discuss your plans with one of our professional Careers Advisers.

BUSINESS START-UP

If you have an idea you want to grow into a business but are not sure where to start, you can access support via the Enterprise Futures service. Whether you are looking to develop and refine your idea, source funding or even develop your brand, you can get support through one-to-one appointments and workshops held throughout the year.

STUDY ABROAD

In today’s globalised work culture, employers often value those who have international study experience because it demonstrates numerous skills that can be transferred to their work environment. You could learn transferable skills such as the ability to communicate well with others, a level of confidence and maturity, the ability to adapt to changing situations and the personal motivation to succeed. Many of our courses offer the once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to study for a semester abroad in either the USA or Canada, usually in your second year of study, as well as shorter programme-related field trips.

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“The professional benefits I gained from volunteering include public speaking, creating contacts in the constabulary for possible career networks and references, and the experience within the criminal justice system will help my future career. Personally, my confidence improved through meeting new people and being part of a team.”

Megan, BSc Psychology and Criminology graduate

BECOMING: JAKE SMITH

BA (Hons) History student

“FINDING MY PASSION FOR HISTORY – I OWE THAT TO THE UNIVERSITY.”

WINCHESTER OUR CITY

PURSUE YOUR EDUCATION IN THE BEAUTIFUL CITY OF WINCHESTER, WITH ITS RICH HERITAGE AND VIBRANT CONTEMPORARY CULTURE.

Winchester High Street

Winchester’s café culture

Relaxing at the Cathedral grounds

Theatre Royal, Winchester

THE PLACE TO CALL HOME

There’s nothing quite like having a place of your own. We have superb, high-quality accommodation options for you to choose from so you can make yourself at home. You can live on campus in self-catered or catered accommodation, or off campus in the beautiful city of Winchester. Did you know Winchester is one of the top five safest university cities in England and Wales†?

Commuting students are warmly welcome here at Winchester. You can meet others who travel in via Winchester Student Union’s welcoming Commuting Students Network and we promote lots of sustainable travel initiatives and discounts.

OUR GUARANTEE TO YOU*

If you are a full-time undergraduate student starting your first year with us, we guarantee you University-managed accommodation (or approved nominated or referred accommodation) which includes both on- and off-campus housing. You must hold Winchester as your firm choice and apply for housing by the deadline published on our website.

Accommodation may be available beyond your first year of study if you have a disability, are from the Channel Islands or are an international student.

To explore your options, scan the QR code or visit winchester.ac.uk/housing

ALWAYS ACTIVE

Sports facilities on campus include a gym, sports hall, fitness suite and multi-use games area. See the facilities for yourself at winchester.ac.uk/virtualtour and find out which team could be for you at winchesterstudents.co.uk/sport

We are proud to be a funding partner of the new Winchester Sport and Leisure Centre where Team Winchester students can use the facilities on Wednesday afternoons.

The Leisure Centre has a climbing wall, 50 metre swimming pool and squash courts and is next door to our 8-lane athletics track and all-weather pitches in the Bar End area of the city.

Explore more at winchester.ac.uk/sports

BECOME PART OF THE TEAM

Whether you fancy trying a new sport for fun or are serious about competing in your chosen sport, there’s something for you here at Winchester. The Student Union offers more than 30 Team Winchester clubs from badminton to basketball, climbing to cricket and tennis to trampolining.

BECOMING: OMOLARA OLADIPO

Law student

“STUDYING AT WINCHESTER HAS CHALLENGED ME TO DO BETTER AND HAS MADE ME MORE CONFIDENT.”

BE MORE THAN A STUDENT

Being at University is about a wonderful education and it’s also about what else you get involved in. At Winchester Student Union we have loads of opportunities available. We have more than 100 sports teams, societies and representational networks on offer or if you would like the opportunity to represent your course you could be one of our student academic representatives.

We offer employment in our venue as well as volunteering opportunities and other ways to get involved in the Union and make the most of your time here at Winchester. For more information about Winchester Student Union visit winchesterstudents.co.uk

“Being a part of an activity group has increased my confidence tenfold, expanded my organisation skills, and created friendships I’ll treasure forever. I would definitely recommend joining as many different activity groups as possible whilst at University.”

Lizzy, History student

REACHING YOUR POTENTIAL

STUDENT SUPPORT

Student Support and Success are here to help ensure you achieve your ambitions, with services to enhance and support your student experience. We have dedicated teams to answer any questions you may have or help with any challenges you may face during your studies. This includes information, advice and guidance around careers, disability, health and wellbeing, money, international visas and support, academic skills and general student life. Friendly and professional teams support all students and communities, ensuring you make the most of your time and potential here. Find out more at winchester.ac.uk/support and follow us instagram.com/uowstudentsupport

Our new mental health strategy promotes a university-wide approach to mental wellbeing and highlights our priority to support students alongside their studies and all aspects of student life.

“With support from Student Support and Success, for the first time I feel supported with my mental health in an academic environment.”

Alex, 19 FINANCIAL SUPPORT

Over the duration of your degree, you may be eligible for additional financial support through our range of awards and bursaries. These may include rewarding your academic achievement or excellence in music or sport, or supporting students with caring responsibilities. We understand that going to university is a real investment in your future, so find out more about tuition fees and financial support at winchester.ac.uk/studentsandmoney

SPIRITUALITY, WELLBEING AND CHAPLAINCY

There are many activities and resources to explore at Winchester. We hold a rich programme of events throughout the year from Art Cafes to Labyrinths, walks and musical gatherings. Alongside our stunning Contemplation Space in the West Downs Centre, magnificent Victorian Chapel and the Muslim Prayer Room, our grounds and green spaces offer peace and tranquility. Our Christian, Buddhist and Muslim chaplains and volunteers offer a listening ear and faith-based pastoral care, as well as student faith groups and a Contemplative Community. winchester.ac.uk/spirituality

WINCHESTER STUDENT UNION

In addition to hosting hundreds of extracurricular opportunities, Winchester Student Union is here to support and represent you every step of the way. It is a democratically-elected organisation, run by students. The Union plays a crucial role in academic and welfare support, campaigning on important issues and helping to champion your rights, as well as providing social and recreation spaces and events to enhance your student experience.

Find out more at winchesterstudents.co.uk

OUR INTERNATIONAL UNIVERSITY

We are proud to be an international University, with students and staff from more than 80 different countries including India, Norway, Japan, USA and China. Thanks to our strong international partnerships, opportunities to study abroad and extensive alumni community, we have a truly global outlook.

As a community, we deeply value each individual. Whatever your nationality, ethnicity, beliefs, or orientation, you will be welcome and encouraged to become the best you can be.

Winchester is a great place for you to live and study. You will encounter new friends, cultures, and interests here that will give you a broader world view and help equip you for future challenges.

APPLYING TO US

Our friendly International Team can advise you on all aspects of making a successful application to study at the University. We are here to help, from making the application itself, to advice for those who will need a student visa.

FUNDING

We offer a range of international scholarships. Find out more at winchester.ac. uk/studentsandmoney

YOUR HOME FROM HOME

If you are a full-time international fee-paying student, we guarantee you accommodation in your first year of study if you apply for housing by our deadline. Take a look at the housing options available at winchester.ac.uk/housing

SUPPORTING YOU

We cannot wait to meet you at Heathrow Airport to shuttle you to campus for Welcome Week in September. Before your course starts, there’s an Orientation Programme to help you settle into life at Winchester and meet other students.

Our International Student Support and Success team are here to provide you with advice and support on issues such as health, welfare, employment, finances and study skills throughout your time with us.

ENGLISH LANGUAGE SUPPORT

We require all international undergraduate applicants to have a minimum IELTS score of 6.0 overall, including 5.5 in academic writing, or an equivalent qualification. There are some courses which require higher IELTS (or equivalent) and this will be clearly indicated in the entry requirements on our website. Please note, the UKVI have their own English language requirements so please check the Government website.

To improve your English language skills before you start your undergraduate course, we offer foundation and pre-sessional programmes. We also have English language support available throughout the year alongside your main course of study. Find out more at winchester.ac.uk/eltsu

Scan the QR code or visit Winchester.ac.uk/international or email us at international@winchester.ac.uk

“The University of Winchester is a really fun and comfortable learning environment to get into and I feel very at home here. I’m looking forward to the road ahead and I am hoping to get to know more about the people here. I cannot wait to see what kind of person I grow into after these three years.”

Brian, BA (Hons) Criminology student

BECOMING: BEX RICHARDS

Primary Education student

“I HAVE MORE SELF-BELIEF NOW – I KNOW I CAN ACHIEVE WHAT I WANT TO ACHIEVE.”

THE PLACE TO LEARN

Nursing facilities at West Downs

Using the Digital Media technology at West Downs

Music recording studio in the King Alfred Quarter

EXPLORE OUR COURSES

We are proud of our strengths across the arts, business, digital technologies, education,

ACCOUNTING AND FINANCE

Develop a systematic understanding of current issues in the financial world to meet the needs of a globalised profession in the twenty-first century.

Finance professionals are indispensable to every business in every industry. Learn to do more than just balance the books – acquire the skills to be a business adviser, providing strategic financial guidance to senior executives.

Develop your technical knowledge and professional expertise on a rewarding course designed to give you a systematic understanding of current financial issues.

Apply your knowledge and gain practical skills, plus build key contacts during work placements and internship opportunities.

Learning and teaching takes places in small class sizes to prepare you

to work in management teams, with modules focusing on applying theory to real business scenarios.

Our Accounting and Finance course provides you with an excellent path to many varied professional careers in areas such as banking, insurance, financial services, general management and the not-for-profit sector.

Graduates may go on to become accountants; company secretaries; business account managers; customer service executives; auditors; and financial advisors.

ACCOUNTING AND FINANCE

“My lecturers still show me so much support. They know you by name and as a person, rather than just a number.”

Sahar, Accounting and Finance graduate

ANIMAL SCIENCE AND WELFARE

Embark on an enthralling, international journey through the past with modules covering an impressive range of cultures and traditions.

Positively contribute to the advancement of animal welfare and bring about a better world.

Studying History allows you to understand how the past has shaped the present and prepares you for the challenge of shaping the future. Take the opportunity to explore history from the classical world through to the medieval period, the events of the more recent past, and much that is in between.

Our Animal Welfare and Animal Science courses encourage you to explore modern concepts of animal welfare, while considering the relationships between humans and other animals, from whether we should consume animals to the human causes of biodiversity loss.

Our suite of History courses is immensely varied, giving you a rich, in-depth view of the world and the contours and forces at play between economics, society, culture, politics and religion. From the wide breadth and extensive choice offered by our BA (Hons) History course, the more specialised routes provided by our Modern and Medieval History degrees, or combining your studies in History with another subject, you can choose modules from a broad range of themes. You will be taught by expert tutors who bring their cutting-edge research to bear on these important subjects.

You will examine animal welfare across multiple scenarios involving both domestic and exotic species, in captive and wild contexts, while the broad scope and thought-provoking content enables you to discover and develop your areas of interest, with optional modules allowing further specialism.

Our animal-focused degrees either allow you to critically question the place of animals in human society or to investigate human impacts on ecosystems, wild-living animals and those managed in captivity. We explore animal welfare by examining the biology of animal wellbeing and suffering. From a humanities or science perspective students are encouraged to find solutions to today’s animal welfare and conservation crises.

Steeped in history itself, the city of Winchester is the perfect base to study History. You will be part of a department that is global in outlook and personal in approach. Embrace opportunities to boost your CV, such as study placements abroad for a semester or a year. You can also enjoy field trips to sites of historical interest as well as talks hosted by our student-led History Society.

BA (Hons) Animal Welfare and Society is an on campus multidisciplinary degree which investigates humananimal interaction through a range of perspectives including animal behaviour, animal welfare science, ethics, religion, politics and sociology.

BSc (Hons) Animal Science and Conservation is a natural science-based degree which critically examines the relationships between animal welfare science, conservation biology and environmental sustainability, following a planetary health/one welfare approach. This is a distance learning degree delivered entirely online.

Develop deep theoretical and cultural knowledge sought after by employers in many sectors, which can allow you to pursue a broad range of career opportunities in business, civil service, industry, law, education, heritage and beyond. Many of our graduates have gone onto be researchers; museum education officers, teachers; copywriters; journalists; civil servants; and military officers.

Through practical modules or work placement opportunities you will be able to develop key employability skills, or experience working with leading animal organisations. These courses will allow you to take advantage of a diverse international job market. Graduates may go on to become employed in commercial, charity or government sectors as charity officers; conservation scientists; sustainability advisors; welfare and rehoming officers; and training and behaviour advisors.

“I think this subject is fundamental in its impact to the world.”

AND WELFARE

Dr Lisa Riley, Senior Lecturer in Animal Science

ANTHROPOLOGY

If you enjoy delving into the bare bones of what it means to be human, then Anthropology at Winchester is ideal for you.

Through the lens of social anthropology, biological anthropology and archaeology/material culture, you will embark on a fascinating exploration of human behaviours and societies across the past and present.

Modules draw on archaeological evidence, the long-term perspective of human evolution and present-day examples from societies around the world.

You can get up close and handson with a range of materials, from archaelogical finds to human skeletal remains in our cutting-edge departmental laboratory. You also have the opportunity to undertake a work

placement in Year 3, and as part of the course you will build experience with anthropological fieldwork techniques and will be encouraged to develop your own fieldwork interests.

As an Anthropology student, you learn how to understand, interpret and respond to human behaviour. Our courses develop your intercultural understanding which is a key asset in today’s international job market. Graduates may go on to roles in international development; the cultural heritage sector; government and business sectors as equality and diversity officers; teaching; digital content and marketing or commercial archaeology.

Laura,

“I was attracted to the course here at Winchester because it had a really good, broad subject learning area.”

Anthropology student

ARCHAEOLOGY

Our Archaeology courses offer you an immersive and exciting journey through time as you unlock the secrets of the past.

Gain the necessary skills to gather, analyse and interpret archaeological evidence to truly bring the past to life and conserve it for future generations.

You will learn from archaelogical researchers in a stimulating and engaging environment. We offer you the perfect blend of academic study with hands-on, practical fieldwork where you can use innovative scientific techniques, the latest range of field equipment and our fully-equipped laboratory. You will have access to specialist computer software such as ArcGIS and Geoplot.

Our department has a commercial research consultancy (ARCA) which offers valuable laboratory work experience. Several of our courses have been accredited by the Chartered Institute for Archaeologists and University

Archaeology UK, because we provide training in relevant skills for a career in the historic environment and embed professional standards into our teaching. As well as working on fieldwork sites in the UK, previous students have been to Barbados, Corsica, Georgia, Belgium, Germany and Greece – and one of our courses includes a full year’s professional placement: BSc (Hons) Archaeological Practice with Professional Placement.

Our graduates’ deep theoretical and cultural knowledge is highly valued by employers in all industries. Graduates may go on to become residential surveyors; teachers; professional archaeologists; civil servants; project managers; curators; and museum education officers.

“This is the place where you get to experience everything that archaeology is about.”

Dr Monika Knul, Lecturer in Archaeological and Geographical Geomatics

ARCHITECTURE

The place to build a sustainable future.

At Winchester, we believe architectural practices should respond to the social and environmental concerns of today. We will develop your skills in drawing, modelling, new technologies, design processes and project management to help you navigate the world of architecture. Explore the fundamental design principles, analysing how places can affect our mood and the relationship between humans and buildings – how we interact with them, use them, and feel about them.

Project-based work will be in our state-of-the-art studio, focusing on the humanities, technical skills, digital resources, and creative design. At each turn, we will urge you to ask important questions of your design. How can we use design to respond to the needs of a society? What materials are the friendliest to our planet without

compromising safety and longevity?

Lecturers, including leading industry professionals, will work with you to cement your architectural concepts and make them a reality.

Outside of the University, the city of Winchester itself is regularly voted as one of the best places to live in the UK and is laced with heritage, nature, and tradition. From Georgian and Victorian properties to the majestic Winchester Cathedral, you will be surrounded by sources of inspiration.

By interlocking the traditions of the past with the demands of the future, Architecture at Winchester will have you become a leader in the field.

Graduates may go on to become interior designers; industrial designers; production designers; project managers; urban planners; building surveyors; set designers; or architectural designers.

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Our very own state-of-the-art West Downs Centre won a highly coveted World Architecture News Gold Award in 2021, beating six other shortlisted international projects in the education sector.

ARCHITECTURE

BIOMEDICAL SCIENCE

Be at the forefront of a scientific career in healthcare.

Biomedical scientists stand at the core of our health and wellbeing. We can thank them for breakthroughs such as the coronavirus vaccine and for enforcing action through their informed clinical decisions. If this sounds like something you want to become, Winchester can help you get there.

Our course provides a contemporary approach to teaching and learning in the key biomedical science areas of human anatomy, physiology, cellular and molecular pathology, microbiology, immunology, haematology, as well as biochemistry, nutrition, metabolism and pharmacology. You will gain experience of working safely in a laboratory and be equipped with the skills required to plan and conduct experiments, and analyse and evaluate data.

Our team of expert lecturers and training staff will help to place your

learning into context. We also have guest lecturers who are practising biomedical scientists and clinicians who provide networking opportunities and a solid basis for planning your career.

If you’re looking to become a biomedical scientist, the options after graduating are rich and varied.

Graduates will become highly employable and may go on to be analytical chemists; biomedical scientists; biotechnologists; clinical scientists in biochemistry, genomics, haematology or immunology; forensic scientists; medicinal chemists; microbiologists; physician associates; medical research scientists; or toxicologists. You could also go on to study at Masters level, enter a research career or the medical profession.

BIOMEDICAL SCIENCE

“This course delivers wide-ranging, researchinformed scientific education and develops the practical skills and experience that employers value.”

Dr Hazel Brown, Academic Head of the School of Sport, Health and Community

BUSINESS MANAGEMENT

If you’re looking to forge a successful career path, Business Management at Winchester will lead the way.

Our industry-focused courses equip you with the leadership tools needed in the professional world. We will teach you how to capitalise on your individual strengths, remain agile in a fast-paced environment and ensure that your ideas are sustainable. Whether it’s working at a global company or starting your own business, with Winchester you’ll become an innovative and accountable leader.

The University of Winchester Business School is proud to be a signatory of the United Nations Principles for Responsible Management Education (PRME) initiative. The range of skills you will learn work in tandem with top business insights, giving you the latest in management theory, case studies and practice.

The dynamic pathways on our course allow you to specialise in business opportunities that speak to you and align with your individual goals. You

will also have a chance to present a formal business plan or innovation to industry professionals, who will give feedback and entrepreneurial insights.

To grow as a leader who is flexible and open-minded, you will have the opportunity to enrol on a range of field trips, paid placements and to study abroad for a semester. This, teamed with our extensive network of experts will develop your confidence as a business professional.

Graduates may go on to become leaders and general managers in the for-profit or non-profit sectors; entrepreneurs (by taking specialist enterprise and innovation modules); human resource executives; lecturers in higher education; market researchers; event managers; business analysts and management consultants to list but a few options.

BUSINESS MANAGEMENT

“I feel like the University has definitely prepared me.”

Kwakyewaa, BA (Hons) Business Management graduate

CHILDHOOD AND YOUTH

Do you want to understand the fascinating world of children and young people?

If you’re looking for a career working with children, young people and their families, Winchester is the natural next step. We will encourage you to explore the wider questions around social, emotional and mental development. How do real-world exterior factors impact the observations and behaviours of children? What challenges do young people face in the twenty-first century?

The BA (Hons) Childhood Studies course focuses on children’s education, care and development from conception to eight years. You will draw upon disciplines of psychology, health, education, social policy and internationalisation perspectives to develop you as a reflective graduate ready for working in a professional environment.

There is preparation for practice in Year 1 of our Childhood Studies course and placements in Years 2 and 3 in Early Years settings and Reception classes in Primary Schools, so you graduate with practical experience. Our emphasis on the highest quality practice translates to successful careers in leading Early Years settings.

Childhood Studies graduates may go on to become Early Years practitioners or managers; Early Years teachers; primary school teachers; teaching assistants; social workers and other allied professions working with children and families.

BA (Hons) Childhood and Youth Studies explores the experience from nine months to 25 years. It is truly multidisciplinary offering pathways in health, public health and wellbeing, education, youth work, Early Years, primary curriculum, working with young people, criminal justice and sport and leisure. You have the option to specialise with early or later age groups if you would prefer.

You will develop a holistic understanding of the knowledge and skills needed for working in a range of communities and work settings. Childhood and Youth Studies is designed to meet the growing demand for well-qualified specialists to work in education, the youth justice system, health and social care, safeguarding, and youth and community work.

Ellen, BA (Hons) Childhood Studies graduate

“Childhood Studies doesn’t limit where you’re able to go.”

CLASSICAL STUDIES

Where the past gives you a keen lens through which to see our modern world, whether you focus on the Classical period or the broader Ancient, Classical and Medieval periods.

Our BA (Hons) Ancient, Classical and Medieval Studies course, which sits within our Department of Archaeology, takes you on an engaging adventure through time. From the Bronze Age to the Crusades and beyond, it’s an absorbing journey exploring the archaeology, history, art and religion of human settlements in the British Isles, Europe, the Mediterranean and the Atlantic. This course has a multidisciplinary approach to the human past, led by experts from archaeology and history.

Our BA (Hons) Classical Studies course, which sits within our Department of History, delves specifically into the rich heritage of ancient Greece and Rome and their cultural interactions within the broader Mediterranean. Explore fascinating cultural and intellectual history on this course which blends together the study of history, literature,

drama, philosophy, archaeology, art and architecture. The course contextualises and enriches the study of these disciplines through theoretical, research and vocational elements. You investigate the civilisations of antiquity, especially the Greek and Roman, in both historical and contemporary contexts and so come to a new understanding of the world. Both courses also offer opportunities for placements, trips or study abroad. Acquire the in-depth cultural knowledge and skills sought after by employers in many sectors, which can allow you to pursue a broad range of career opportunities in business; civil service; industry; law; education; heritage and beyond. Graduates may go on to become researchers; museum education officers; teachers; copywriters; journalists; civil servants; and military officers.

“I’ve been able to tailor my degree by choosing from a selection of modules, taught by lecturers who are specialists in their subjects.”

Katie, BA (Hons) Classical Studies graduate

CLASSICAL STUDIES

COMPUTER SCIENCE AND CYBER SECURITY

Could you transform the future and make a positive impact on society and our environment by designing systems that are quick, user-friendly, secure and scalable?

Gain the necessary skills to develop innovative, data-driven solutions that can solve complex IT problems, and learn how to protect data and systems by understanding how to detect and resolve cyber security challenges.

You will have access to a wide range of specialist software and tools, including dedicated cyber security and software development laboratories in our state-of-the-art Digital Technologies facilities in the West Downs Centre.

You will also benefit from links to professional and industry bodies, such as Cisco Networking Academy, EnCase

Academic Programme, GCHQ and BCS, The Chartered Institute for IT.

You can further enhance your employment prospects, business understanding and professional skills through an additional, optional placement year.

There is a strong international demand for graduates in this sector. Graduates may go on to become software engineers; cyber security threat analysts; database administrators; network engineers; network security specialists; digital forensic analysts.

Pete, BSc (Hons) Computer Science student

“The course is really inspiring me, it’s given me confidence to know there are many more opportunities out there to go on to from here.”

CREATIVE WRITING

The place to become the best writer you can be. Our passionate and supportive lecturers run workshops designed to encourage you to develop your own individual writing style.

You are guided through a series of structured writing assignments and exercises designed to equip you across diverse literary forms and styles.

All our Creative Writing courses feature a range of varied and engaging modules. Whether composing song lyrics or delving into a screenplay, you will explore different authorial roles. Focus on the practice of crafting written prose, poetry and script is facilitated through dynamic workshops and discussions led by tutors who are published authors. If you wish, you can study Creative Writing alongside Professional Writing or English Literature.

You can find further inspiration from the authors, publishers and agents you will meet potentially as guest speakers on your course. Our courses equip you with some fantastic transferable skills, such as critical thinking and articulate expression, which are valued in a variety of employment contexts.

Creative Writing students have entered careers in a broad range of public, private and not-for-profit sectors. Graduates may go on to become advertising executives; arts managers; editors; teachers; public relations officers; copywriters; journalists; and website content managers.

“It’s really given me an insight into so many different ways that I can become a writer and go into my chosen career.”

Saffron, BA (Hons) Creative Writing graduate

CRIMINOLOGY

Become industry-ready as you experience opportunities to engage with real-life case work, project-based modules and volunteering.

On this course you will gain an understanding of crime, criminality and the criminal justice system from an individual to a state level. We offer the opportunity to combine Criminology with Law, Psychology or Sociology. You will learn from a teaching team with wide-ranging experience offering genuine insight into the criminal justice system, with teaching approaches bringing theory and practice to life. Through studying topics such as victimology, global terrorism and miscarriage of justice, you gain methodological, academic and practical skills essential to your professional development.

We encourage and support you to engage with professional agencies and organisations to develop your understanding of how they work.

Complete your studies equipped with the skills and knowledge for a wide range of criminal justice careers, including the police service, youth and probation work, and the prison service. Graduates may go on to such roles as victims service coordinators; probation officers; fraud analysts; social researchers; communications managers; prison officers; and witness support workers; and community mediators. Other graduates may apply their critical thinking skills across a range of other fields.

“It was a very broad course and I could really progress myself academically both with the help of my lecturers and through various things I did with uni.”

Jonny, BA (Hons) Criminology student

DIGITAL MEDIA

Make your mark on the world and shape the rapidly-growing digital age that we now inhabit.

Our career-focused courses enable you to become a leading professional, ready to challenge, inform and respond to the latest trends within the constantly evolving digital sector. We want to help you become an imaginative and technically astute designer who is comfortable working as part of a team.

The majority of teaching on our Digital Media Design BA takes place in our Digital Media Studio, designed to reflect design industry practice with multi disciplines working collaboratively on live client and individual projects. The 3D Lab and XR Zone enable students interested in 3D Printing, Photogrammetry and AR/VR & XR to experiment with the technology.

Digital Media students are able to study a range of disciplines: graphic design including UX/UI and Design Thinking, app and web design, 3D for visualisation, environments and game assets, and CAD for interior/spatial design, architectural visualisation and product/packaging design. Through varied networking opportunities, you can gain contacts with industry professionals, work placements and internships within your area of Digital Media. You will graduate with a professional portfolio of client work

enabling you to work as an experienced designer within: Digital Design & Development Agencies, 3D Design companies, Immersive Technology, Game and CAD studios, Heritage and Interactive Interpretation for exhibitions and Product and Packaging Design companies.

Computer Games Design and Development students are in demand, particularly with the increased accessibility of game engines such as Epic’s Unreal Game Engine, and Unity’s Game Engine and growth of the Extended/Augmented Reality applications. User interaction, user centred design and user experience are core principles on this programme. You will develop an online portfolio that demonstrates and promotes your creative ability.

Students use a large design studio, 3D lab space, computer science labs and a shared collaborative break out space where students work together on different projects.

Graduates may work as games artist; level designer; software developer; environment artist; character designer/artist; games tester or games programmer/developer.

Ahmed,

DIGITAL MEDIA

“The beautiful thing about studying here is most of our modules are project based, and we get to engage with real clients when we do these projects.”

Digital Media student

ECONOMICS

If you’re seeking an intellectually challenging discipline that could combine modern economics with finance, then our courses are ideal – even if you haven’t studied economics before.

From global recessions to interest rates, the news is full of stories where economics and finance matter. Explore economic systems and how they work and gain an indepth understanding of their impact on society and the way we live.

Economists are in demand and highly valued by businesses, so we ensure you develop the technical skills – such as proficiency in quantitative data analysis –and confidence to operate successfully in a global work environment.

The practical application of economic principles and theory is at the heart of our courses. You will benefit from a thorough grounding in economic

theory focused on the core areas of macroeconomics, microeconomics and applied economics.

Depending on your chosen pathway, you can study management accounting; financial management; behavioural finance; investments; risk management; financial markets; and financial economics. You will also engage with developments in data and digital technology from a technical and critical perspective.

Graduates may go on to become business development managers; economists; statisticians; data analysts; account managers; auditors; and financial advisors.

“I wanted to study Economics because it is so multidisciplinary and opens so many pathways for you.”

Jemima, BSc (Hons) Economics and Finance student

EDUCATION STUDIES

Gain a deep understanding of the education system and the fundamentals of how people learn.

Why does education matter? Can education change society? If you are interested in studying education in its broadest sense, one of our Education Studies courses will be the right fit for you.

Our courses combine the study of education with research, policy and practice, so you can find your own real-world values through exciting theoretical perspectives. You benefit from a research-active teaching team, so you are at the forefront of knowledge in educational practices.

Our courses offer many opportunities to tailor your degree to your interests or career ambitions. Learn from passionate teaching staff about the importance of adaptability to ensure you enter your chosen employment with a range of highly sought skills.

Your intellectual, personal, social and ethical development is at the heart of all our courses. We believe education can be a force for good in society, and we believe that you can be the one to make it happen.

After Education Studies, you might decide that teaching is right for you, like many of our alumni. Or, you could pursue a career in pastoral care settings; social charities; the museum and heritage sector; early childhood specialisms; special educational needs work; policy-making or civil service, and more. Graduates may go on to become consultants; education administrators; community education coordinators; education welfare managers; Special Educational Needs Coordinators; pastoral tutors; volunteer coordinators; and youth participation officers.

“I was interested in the fact that Education Studies explores social and political issues and social and political thought in education itself.”

Adam, BA (Hons) Education Studies student

ENGLISH

Embark on an enthralling, international journey exploring the language or literature of English, in all its rich diversity and quirkiness.

Whether you’re interested in the study of texts or the use and evolution of language, our courses are designed to spark your imagination, sharpen your written communication skills and encourage you to think critically.

Our English Literature courses develop your skills of critical analysis, research, and writing, through the study of a wide range of fiction, poetry, and drama from across historical periods. You will study early literature in its context, explore boundaries between literature and other types of texts like, films, poetry and world literature.

Are you interested in the study of English as a global language? Our English Language courses explore the fundamentals of the English Language, its evolution and its role in identity construction, social relations, and

practices. These courses focus on the real-world application of the language, getting under the skin of how it is used and what it tells us about culture. Alongside discourse analysis and anthropological concepts, you can also delve into the linguistic make-up of English.

Our courses offer lots of exciting flexibility mixed with the care and attention you only get at a smaller institution where you can really get to know your lecturers. Studying English can open many doors and give you ample opportunities for after you graduate.

Graduates from any of our English courses are highly skilled and may go on to become copywriters and editors; journalists and PR specialists; communications managers; teachers; speech and language therapists; civil servants and professional writers.

“English gives you that mindset of being able to argue with someone, look at different sides and find your own position.”

Vicky, BA (Hons) English Literature student

EVENT MANAGEMENT

Love it when a plan comes together.

Planning, designing and supporting live events are at the core of Event Management. Working with clients and attending placements, the practical and career-focused modules ensure you are ready for this exciting and ever-changing industry.

Concerts, festivals and sporting events are high growth areas of this constantly evolving industry. Our courses align with the most recent developments in technology, logistics and marketing that have been at the forefront of the event industry’s rapid growth. You will learn crucial industry skills for promoting and running events, whilst also developing essential project management and leadership skills. This will enable you to oversee an event from start to finish using a robust framework. You’ll be encouraged to think both creatively

and logically in order to solve realworld problems so that you’re one step ahead moving into your career.

Throughout your course, access to industry experts helps to give you the skills and connections you need. Our lecturers are highly respected professionals in the field and have a wealth of industry knowledge for you to benefit from in both group and oneto-one settings. Event Management is the ideal subject area to explore design-thinking, with both creative and practical skills. Industries from entertainment to publishing value strong project management skills and strategic leadership abilities. Graduates may go on to become event managers; wedding planners; project managers; and teachers.

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“Event management has an impact on the world because it brings lots of different people together to experience the same thing.”

Abi, BA (Hons) Event Management graduate

FASHION MARKETING

Are you eager to create influential marketing campaigns promoting the industry’s leading brands, individuals or trends and are passionate about fashion sustainability?

Our comprehensive three-year degree course could be your gateway into this captivating field. At Winchester, Fashion Marketing provides you with a comprehensive understanding of the commercial side of this dynamic industry. From innovative marketing strategies to digital media and technologies, our programme equips you for today’s ever-evolving fashion landscape.

With international study opportunities in the USA and France during your second year and support to secure work placements and exciting networking events, you’ll be granted a holistic learning experience tailored for success.

University of Winchester students studying Bachelor Honours degrees are pre-approved to continue their

studies with a Masters degree. To be eligible, students must apply by the end of March in their final year and meet the entry requirements of their chosen Masters degree.

Our graduates are equipped with a wealth of knowledge and experience, opening the door to limitless opportunities within the fashion industry, from fashion marketing, brand management and trend forecasting to styling, merchandising and public relations.

Our lecturing team provide you with the perfect blend of academic and professional guidance, ensuring you have all the necessary skills to be successful in your career. If you want to build a career in the fashion industry, start right here.

FASHION MARKETING

“The fact that the course combined fashion and creativity with the business elements of media and marketing really sold it to me. It made me realise that I could have a career in the business and marketing side of fashion.”

Lottie, BA (Hons) Fashion Marketing graduate

FILM

Whether you are interested in creating films or critiquing them, master the key skills for your chosen pathway and enjoy the freedom to study a broad range of genres and film techniques.

Discuss and debate at lively, interactive seminars or take advantage of outstanding industry-standard facilities to learn practical film techniques and skills at our on-campus Multimedia Centre, open 24 hours a day. A wide range of professional equipment is available to you, including two HD television studios with green screens, a newsroom, a computerised radio studio and facilities for multitrack audio recording.

Our Film Studies courses engage with film criticism, cinema history, the contexts of production and cultural issues, so you can develop wider perspectives on the use and function of film. Film Production courses also allow you to acquire skills in the

aesthetic and technological processes of directing, producing, screenwriting, editing, cinematography and sound. You will be taught by a team of film specialists and industry professionals with different backgrounds, whose diverse research expertise is reflected in the breadth and scope of the curriculum.

A Winchester Film course is ideal if you wish to work not only in the film industry but also in any creative industry, such as advertising, media or teaching. Graduates may go on to become marketing executives; broadcast presenters; content directors; location managers; production and postproduction professionals; public relations professionals; and camera operatives.

“I want to work in TV and the course has helped me experience what a real job in film production would be like.”

Beth, Film Production student

FORENSICS

Giving you exposure to real-life cases, our topical, lively courses equip you with wideranging expertise.

You will benefit from interactive and practical teaching approaches that bring theory to life and offer genuine insight into these fascinating fields. With a focus on professional employability, our courses offer you the chance to review cases as part of our live Justice Project or our Cold Case Unit. You will engage with key issues, learn forensic detection methods and review applied investigative techniques. Our extensive forensic facilities enable you to learn important practical and technical skills. These include a new teaching laboratory, a research laboratory, a state-of-theart linguistics laboratory, a dedicated crime scene house for setting up mock crime scenes, and a DEFRAlicensed taphonomic facility for carrying out decomposition research.

All three courses cover core modules in forensic evidence, crime scene investigation, DNA analysis and court room skills. In addition, each of the programmes cover specific core modules: BSc (Hons) Forensic Investigation includes criminology modules; BSc (Hons) Forensic Investigation and Cyber Security includes computer technology modules; and BSc (Hons) Forensic Science includes some chemistry-based modules such as toxicology. You can therefore choose the course which best suits your personal skills and interests.

Graduates may go on to become crime scene investigators; forensic laboratory analysts; police officers and digital analysts; customs and excise officers; prison and probation service caseworkers; cyber security analysts; and medical/pathology laboratory assistants.

Winchester students hone their crime scene investigation skills.

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GEOGRAPHY

View the world in a whole new light when you embark on our dynamic, accredited Geography degree.

Using an integrated human and physical geography perspective, you examine some of the most pressing issues facing the planet in the twenty-first century. From local challenges to global issues such as population growth, resource shortages, geopolitical instability and climate change – there’s a whole world to explore. In doing so, you learn how the natural world interacts with today’s changing society and how we might plan for the future.

Many modules take you out of lectures into the field. Locally, recent destinations have included nearby National Parks and Wales. There are also opportunities to take a field module in Europe and also

gain another perspective by studying in America or Canada for a semester.

You will recognise the value of geography to society and emphasise the importance of communicating this effectively to diverse audiences. This combination of solid subject knowledge and awareness of impact produces well rounded, confident geographers ready to enter a variety of growing areas of employment in government, science and industry.

Graduates may go on to become teachers; sustainability managers; international development workers; sales executives; tourism officers; and cartographers.

“The modules just were really appealing. There was so much variety between human and physical.”

Ellen, BSc (Hons) Geography student

HEALTH AND SOCIAL CARE

Are you ready to make a difference?

If you’re looking for a future that’s rewarding and meaningful, Health and Social Care will get you there. We ensure that students graduate with a full understanding of the national and international opportunities and challenges that health and social care face, ready to integrate into your chosen role with ease. You will be working with vulnerable and marginalised people, helping them to reach their full potential and fostering a healthy lifestyle. Our course analyses the part we all play in the larger societal systems with an emphasis on collaboration with those who use, design and shape health and social care services. We study theories on how individuals and communities behave and explore userled approaches in health and social care practice to ground your knowledge.

We look at a range of key issues from understanding mental health and physical impairments, to law and ethics. You can also choose to study a range of optional modules, such as Autism, Dementia, Substance Use and Misuse, and credit-bearing Volunteering opportunity. Additionally, we also consider and engage with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals.

With the ever-growing demand for skilled practitioners in the health and social care field, there are a variety of potential careers. To get there, each member of our teaching staff has a wealth of practical and theoretical experience to support you.

Graduates may go on to pursue careers in the NHS, social services, and charities, for example. They often work with children; youth; families; people who use substances; people with disabilities; older people; and people with mental health concerns.

HEALTH AND SOCIAL CARE

“Health and Social care means a lot to me. It’s made me who I am.”

Monifa, BSc (Hons) Health and Social Care student

HISTORY

Embark on a life-changing, international journey through the past with modules covering an impressive range of cultures and traditions.

Studying History at Winchester allows you to understand how the past has forged the present and prepares you for the challenge of shaping the future. Take the opportunity to explore history from the classical, medieval and modern worlds, through to events of the more recent past.

Our suite of History courses is immensely varied, giving you a rich, in-depth view of the world and the contours and forces at play between economics, society, culture, politics and religion. From the extensive choice offered by our BA (Hons) History course, the more specialised routes provided by our Modern and Medieval History degrees, or by combining your studies in History with another subject, such as Archaeology or Politics, you can choose modules from a broad range of themes. You will be taught by expert tutors who bring their

cutting-edge research to bear on these important subjects.

Steeped in history itself, the city of Winchester is the perfect base to study this subject. You will be part of a department that is global in outlook and personal in approach. You can also enjoy field trips to sites of historical interest guided by our expert staff as well as talks hosted by our student-led History Society.

Acquire the in-depth cultural knowledge and skills sought after by employers in many sectors, which can allow you to pursue a broad range of career opportunities in business; civil service; industry; law; education; heritage and beyond. Graduates may go on to become researchers; museum education officers; teachers; copywriters; journalists; civil servants; and military officers.

“Lectures really push you to further your boundaries and think outside the box.”

Claire, BA (Hons) History graduate

JOURNALISM

The place to become an industry-ready journalist. Get hands-on, professional training for a career in journalism by learning to produce compelling digital content across different platforms, using the latest techniques and technology.

Immerse yourself in a range of roles as you learn on the job in this enthralling industry. You will learn in our 24-hour Multimedia Centre with its purpose-built, industry-standard newsroom, TV and radio studios, computerised radio station and facilities for multitrack audio recording.

We have strong links with national broadcasters and you are given support to help secure work placements to match your interests.

Our exciting Journalism courses encourage you to pursue your interests and develop an impressive portfolio to help open doors within the industry.

Winchester Journalism graduates have gone onto work for BBC News; BBC Radio; Sky News; Sky Sports; ITV News; ITV Sport; The Wall Street Journal; London Live; beInSports; The Sun; The Daily Mail; The Independent, and numerous national magazines. Graduate roles may include journalists; editors; advertising executives; digital content producers; market researchers; and public relations officers. Both of our Journalism courses are accredited by the Broadcast Journalism Training Council (BJTC).

“The course at Winchester is very practical, and I knew that when I left, I’d leave having all the skills needed to enter the industry.”

Olivia, BA (Hons) Journalism student

LAW

Be an enforcer of change by studying how the law provides the framework of modern society.

Studying for a law degree with us is an intellectually stimulating and thought-provoking experience. Our programmes encourage you to develop an enquiring and critical attitude to the law, to learn to think logically and to communicate clearly.

You will become proficient in vital skills such as legal research, negotiation, client interviews and mooting - presenting a legal argument to defeat an opponent in court. Mooting brings law alive and you may find yourself discussing a wide range of topics from discrimination in the workplace to third-party rights when downloading music from the internet.

Be inspired by our team of researchactive experts who offer a blend of professional experience and strong academic credentials. You can tailor your degree to suit your interests and career ambitions by combining Law with either Criminology or Psychology.

Winchester’s emphasis on skills-based learning is a core component of the programme and forms a key element in the assessment pattern. The skills you will develop are attractive to a range of employers and graduates may go on to a number of careers including becoming solicitors; business and legal consultants; town and country planners; and probation officers.

“I

was given the opportunity over the summer after my second year to do a micro placement which the University sorted for me, which has completely shaped my career path.”

Annie, Law student

MARKETING

Sophisticated marketing is at the heart of any successful business. Our programmes equip you with the digital, analytical and creative skills to succeed in this competitive industry.

Our teaching is from an international perspective, drawing from the diverse backgrounds of our international faculty and students. Situated within the University of Winchester Business School, we aim to help you become an innovative, responsible and confident marketer within the sector of your choosing. You will be introduced to key marketing theories, concepts and perspectives through applied assessments and placement opportunities.

Key specialist areas taught include consumer behaviour; branding; communications; marketing research; digital; social; and analytics. The final year is strategic in nature, enabling you to develop a broad understanding of the technical infrastructures that facilitate modern marketing.

You will be prepared with the skills to succeed as a marketer in any industry. You will gain problem-defining and analytical skills, allowing you to interpret and translate key information to create marketing strategies that will engage customers and clients alike.

The resulting specialist capabilities and marketing expertise enables our students to work for an array of brands including B&Q; BMW; Del Monte; GAME; Krispy Kreme; Lucozade; Rolex; Vodaphone; WW; and Zoggs. Positions range from brand managers to content specialists.

If you are interested in marketing in the fashion industry, please find out more on the Fashion Marketing page of this prospectus or at Winchester.ac.uk/courses

“My lecturers’ passion and success has really inspired me.”

Jack, BA (Hons) Marketing graduate

MEDIA AND COMMUNICATION

Whatever your career aspirations, our team of academic experts will help you develop the knowledge and skills to stand out in today’s competitive job market.

Our dynamic Media and Communication programmes equip you to analyse the media and think critically about its social and political impacts, while giving you the chance to develop practical solutions for work-relevant projects. These courses have a strong focus on the convergence of old and new media and you may find yourself exploring social media, feature writing, news media or even branding and advertising. Access outstanding industry-standard facilities in our Multimedia Centre, including two digital TV studios with green screens, a newsroom, and a digital radio studio.

Use our work placement module to gain experience in an organisation relevant to your career aspirations and take the opportunity to develop a global world view with a semester abroad.

On completion of our BA (Hons) Media and Communication degree, you will be armed with a key set of flexible skills to enter the media industries, or take up a role within a range of sectors. Graduates may go on to become social media marketing directors; brand strategists; broadcast journalists; television and news researchers; content producers; digital marketers; media buyers; and account managers.

“The course is very broad and allows us to get theoretical knowledge as well as practical. I enjoy it because I’m developing different skills such as critical thinking, marketing, advertising, communication, collaboration and many more skills that I’ll need in my future career.”

Adeliia, BA (Hons) Media, Communication and Advertising student

MEDIA AND COMMUNICATION

MIDWIFERY

Care with compassion.

Midwifery at the University of Winchester will prepare you to deliver high-quality, family-centred, compassionate midwifery care. We will build your skills, knowledge, personal development and confidence to equip you to meet the future challenges of a rapidly evolving healthcare system, work effectively within multi-professional teams and positively contribute to the health of childbearing women, infants, families and communities.

Our innovative course focuses on a holistic approach to midwifery, providing both academic and practice-based learning. Strategies to support your wellbeing are embedded throughout the course and learning is situated within real-life and simulated environments using realistic and contemporary problems. You will carry out practical work in our first-rate facilities, develop critical thinking and problem-solving skills and gain an understanding

of the professional behaviours and values crucial to midwifery care.

The University of Winchester offers a supportive and proactive community of staff and students who encourage each other to reach their goals. In the complex world of healthcare, you can rely upon the network you’ll build to help support you to become a diligent and respected graduate and lifelong learner.

On successful completion of the course, you will gain a BSc Honours degree and professional registration as a midwife from the Nursing and Midwifery Council. Graduates may go on to work as a midwife or in fertility consultancy in the public or private sectors.

Please note that Midwifery has an earlier UCAS application deadline than other courses and will have a start date of January 2024. Find out more at winchester.ac.uk

*Subject to validation

“The University of Winchester is the place to become an exceptional midwife. It is inclusive, compassionate and able to provide high-quality midwifery care. You will be equipped with the skills to flourish, thrive and innovate within modern health care systems.”

Dr Kate Nash, Lead Midwife for Education

MUSIC

Explore your passion for music with our cutting-edge, practical and theoretical courses. Push your ability to produce studio recordings, digital music and sound design.

Our state-of-the-art facilities give you the chance to experience working in professional production environments. You can develop your practical and creative skills, from multitrack recording bands in our music studios to producing radio packages or working out in the field. With a balance of practical workshops and lectures, whatever your learning style you can pursue your passion for music through production, manipulation and performance of recorded and live music. Access our superb music recording studios and our well-

equipped 24-hour Multimedia Centre.

We believe you learn best by doing, so you will have opportunities to work within production teams or musical ensembles as well as independently.

By providing opportunities for industry or volunteering placements, we are committed to ensuring you are equipped to confidently enter a collaborative and fast-paced workplace.

Graduates may go on to become sound engineers; music publishers; studio musicians; media relations professionals; and teachers.

Chelsea,

MUSIC

“I love everything about being a Music student. The space here is just amazing and we get to meet leading professionals from the industry.”

BA (Hons) Popular Music student

NURSING

The place to become a compassionate nurse. Make a difference to people’s lives and learn how to optimise their care in a safe and stimulating environment.

If you are a caring and responsive individual, our dynamic and interactive Nursing courses will help you become a skilled and highly sought-after graduate nurse.

You will be supported to become a compassionate, competent and autonomous nurse able to deliver highquality care within an ever-changing health and social care environment. You can tailor your degree to your interests by specialising in Adult, Child, Learning Disabilities or Mental Health Nursing.

Your time will be split between learning theory on campus and applying your knowledge during placements alongside experienced professionals. Drawing

on the most up-to-date research and evidence, you are supported to develop nursing skills and the graduate attributes required to succeed in the modern workplace, such as communication skills.

We are an Approved Education Institution (AEI) by the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) for all our Nursing courses. Upon successful completion of the course, you graduate as a Registered Nurse. Graduates may go on to work as Registered Nurses; nurse educators; researchers; healthcare managers; criminal justice liaison officers; and diversion practitioners.

“We have the new Clinical Skills facilities in West Downs – they are fantastic for a Nursing student for the real-life scenarios that we do. We have simulations and actors who come in and it is all based on the real ward settings and that is phenomenal.”

Sophie, BN (Hons) Adult Nursing student

NUTRITION AND DIETETICS

Feed your curiosity.

Would you like to give back to your community? To give someone the tools and knowledge to cement a healthy lifestyle is a truly rewarding endeavour and there are plenty of opportunities out there for you. Nutrition is a rapidly growing industry and we’re committed to training you to become an expert in the field.

Our dynamic BSc (Hons) Nutrition course combines the study of nutrition science with health and wellbeing. You’ll look at the theoretical studies of nutrition as well as take part in practical workshops. We provide specialist software for you to analyse and diagnose nutritional problems and you’ll also be undertaking some hands-on experience in our kitchens and biochemistry laboratory.

Our BSc (Hons) Nutrition and Dietetics course helps you train to be a registered dietitian able to apply the nutritional care process; from developing a nutritional diagnosis to managing a wide range of nutrition-related healthcare problems found in today’s society. This interdisciplinary course combines the study of nutrition science with dietetic

practice. Alongside the scientific topics of nutritional biochemistry and physiology, you will also study communication skills, behavioural change techniques, research methods and ethics. Our courses will encourage you to look for the answers surrounding nutritional issues and follow your own lines of enquiry. You will have regular support from lecturers who will guide you through the course and offer practical opportunities for career choice. Additionally, you’ll be working alongside health professionals such as dieticians, physiotherapists and sport scientists to give you first-hand insights and to make your move into a professional role as simple as possible.

With such a high demand in the sector, graduates may go on to pursue a broad range of professions. You can work in non-clinical settings, both private and public, such as: educational and research institutions; food retailers and manufacturers; local authorities; the media; the National Health Service (NHS); overseas aid; and sports organisations.

‡We are applying for Association for Nutrition accreditation, in the meantime students can apply for registration with the Association for Nutrition by portfolio

†Approved by the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) and accredited by the British Dietetic Association (BDA)

“We’re a community committed to making a difference. We don’t pretend to have all of the answers, we never will, but we’re absolutely committed to being a part of the solutions.”

Professor Simon Jobson, Dean of the Faculty of Health and Wellbeing

PERFORMING ARTS

Hone your performance skills on a course with professional focus and creativity at the core.

Musical Theatre BA at Winchester is performer-focused and that means making your talent shine. We want to know what you can bring to our course and how we can encourage, hone and strengthen your unique voice.

Our aim is to put you through your paces, enabling you to become a well-rounded and versatile performer. To achieve this we offer a rich learning experience which brings together technical training in singing, acting and dance, with industry and contextual studies culminating in a number of practical projects. Teaching takes place in a unique interdisciplinary environment drawing on the combined strengths of the musical theatre team and staff from the acting programme, with contributions by industry professionals.

Musical theatre is a diverse and dynamic industry and this is reflected in the careers open to graduates who go on to find roles as musical theatre professionals creating, performing, researching or writing. Others work for theatrical houses that either receive

shows or produce their own, or work with young people in education and community contexts.

Acting BA is a highly vocational programme with a conservatoirestyle intensity of focus. It is delivered by our talented teaching staff who have worked around the world as actors, directors, stage managers, and technicians. You will work in a variety of genres and repertoires, from classical to contemporary, and take part in regular performances so that you graduate ready for professional life on the stage, screen and radio.

There are excellent studio and training facilities on campus, including purpose-built rehearsal, movement and performance spaces. You’ll also have access to two HD TV studios with green screens, a computerised radio studio and filmmaking equipment. You will receive career development and support during your study, including preparation for meeting agents and casting directors and auditions.

“What attracted me to the course was sort of drama school level and style content but with the kind of freedom of a university setting.”

Taya, BA (Hons) Acting student

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PHILOSOPHY, RELIGION AND ETHICS

Deepen your outlook on the world and nurture new ideas on human existence.

If you’re keen to acquire the tools of logic and reason to think rigorously and defend your own position, then our dynamic courses are a great place to start.

On our courses you will study the great critical thinkers throughout history and look to apply their theories to current situations. You will look at the bigger questions that surround our everyday life and how these impact different sections of society. Why do we exist? What is the role of religion in the contemporary world? How should we treat each other? Our experienced lecturers are there to help broaden your mind and apply these vast ideas to your specific area of interest.

Year 1 is designed to build your confidence in critical thinking and writing. Year 2 lets you delve into key topics and develop your own personal views. In Year 3 you will pursue a profile of options geared to your own academic

interests. Topics on offer reflect the wide range of options available in the department, which may include Bioethics, Judaism in the Contemporary World, Gender and Sexuality in the Bible, and Nietzsche, Freud and Atheism.

You may know exactly where you’d like your course to take you, or you might –like some of our graduates – discover this along the way. If you’re looking to explore the bigger questions, interrogate the typical and communicate critical thinking, then Philosophy, Religion and Ethics is the right place for you.

Graduates may go on to enter careers in teaching; charitable organisations; communications; journalism; social work; and academia. Critical thinking, gathering and analysing evidence, and strong cultural awareness are all sought after transferable skills that are utilised in the professional world.

“I knew Winchester would give me the freedom to study what I wanted. The department is full of passionate lecturers who truly care about their subjects.”

Carey, BA (Hons) Philosophy, Religion and Ethics student

PHYSIOTHERAPY

The place to become a leading physiotherapist. Learn how to optimise people’s wellbeing and help them reach their full potential through exercise, education and manual therapy.

You will explore the anatomy, physiology and science behind the practice of physiotherapy and develop the clinical reasoning, practical skills and confidence you need to work in this hands-on, stimulating and rewarding profession.

Our course has been developed in collaboration with clinical staff, including the Hampshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust.

Bring your learning to life in our superb Physiotherapy suite in Winchester city centre and during professional practice placements through patientfocused clinical experience and working alongside qualified practitioners.

You may also have the opportunity to gain invaluable experience treating patients at our new Winchester Health Clinic, which is managed by the University and located at the Winchester Sport and Leisure Park at Bar End. This would be supervised by an attending Health and Care Professions

Council accredited practitioner to help prepare you for your future career.

While gaining real insights from experts, you are able to develop your own individual strengths, attributes and leadership skills in a supportive and stimulating environment. You will be able to make sound and compassionate clinical decisions, problem solve and provide a consistent and high standard of evidence-based care.

If you have a particular interest in sport, you may be interested in our BSc (Hons) Sports Therapy course listed on the Sport and Exercise pages of this prospectus.

Successful completion of the BSc (Hons) Physiotherapy course provides eligibility to apply to register as a physiotherapist with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC). Graduates may go on to become physiotherapists; health promotion specialists; dance movement psychotherapists; exercise physiologists; and health service managers.

“Our lecturers work in the physio industry and can directly relate their stories, their experiences and how they have helped someone. You think that could be me one day.”

Amy, BSc Physiotherapy student

POLICING

If you enjoy facing challenges, solving problems and working for the community, Professional Policing is for you.

Our Professional Policing course covers a comprehensive range of knowledge, skills and professional approaches that are critical to effective policing services in the twenty-first century. This course is licensed by the College of Policing as a professional educational qualification entry route into the police.

On our course you will learn from skilled, credible lecturers with many years of investigative and operational policing experience. You will also benefit from guest speakers and strong links with Hampshire Constabulary. Explore topics from evidence-based policing and decision-making and discretion, and from criminology and crime prevention to proactive approaches to vulnerability, risk and public protection.

Winchester is one of a number of universities authorised by the College of Policing to deliver this Pre-Join degree, which is one of the entry routes into the Police service, equipping you to deal with the exciting challenges modern policing has to offer. However, completion of this course does not guarantee employment with the police.

You will also develop a highly desirable set of skills – including resilience, problem solving and analysis – which can be used to pursue a range of other careers. Graduates may go on to become police officers; police staff investigators for major crime; investigation disclosure supervisors; prison officers; team leaders for HM Courts and Tribunals Service; National Crime Agency officers; crime analysts; civilian investigators; and immigration enforcement officers.

POLICING

“The course gives you all the knowledge you need so that you can be the best police officer that you can be.”

Kurt, BSc Professional Policing student

POLITICS

Do you want to grapple with the most contentious political questions of today?

Our courses help you gain a global perspective on the complex political issues facing the modern world at national, regional and local levels.

On our History with International Relations course, you gain a thorough overview of the key forces and trends driving politics in a wide range of areas such as the environment, human and animal rights, conventional and nonconventional security threats, diplomacy, strategy, the rise of China and the future role of the EU and the US.

In today’s world of uncertain alliances and emerging popular movements, there is a new demand for experts who are equipped with the skills and knowledge to analyse global politics. You learn the various theoretical tools that are available to undertake such analyses and apply them to current political affairs.

Understanding the past is crucial to facing the political challenges of

the future. Our History and Politics degree challenges you to interpret the history of societies and political cultures critically and imaginatively. Studying these two complementary subjects together will not only help you understand how the world works but why it works that way. The versatile programme examines compelling global issues such as the world economy, religions, environmentalism and international relations, covering Britain, Western Europe, the USA, Eastern Europe and East Asia.

Developing your global perspective and transferable skills, such as problem solving and effective communication, are attractive to a range of employers. Graduates may go on to become political risk analysts; human rights advisers; media planners; local government officers; communications coordinators; civil service fast streamers; and policy officers.

“My degree has helped me in what I want to achieve next, not just the course content but the skills I learnt, such as debating, learning to compromise and working with other people while listening to their opinions and experiences.”

Rebekah, BA (Hons) Politics graduate

PRIMARY EDUCATION

The place to become a teacher and leave a remarkable, positive imprint on the lives of young people.

Training to teach can be challenging but also highly rewarding and exhilarating. Train to teach with a provider that has been continuously recognised as an Outstanding provider of Initial Teacher Training since our first inspection in 2005. Our dynamic course, taught by nationally-recognised experts in their fields, is informed by the latest research and innovations in primary education.

Our course covers all core and wider curriculum subjects to provide you with the knowledge and experiences you need to thrive in the classroom. You can personalise your professional portfolio with a subject specialism and option modules reflecting current issues in primary education.

You will also learn about inclusion and the most effective ways of working with diverse groups of learners.

Training at Winchester will support you to develop as a confident classroom practitioner. You will explore the broader purposes of education as well as education theories to help you gain a systematic understanding of how children develop and learn.

We work in partnership with over 450 schools across Hampshire and neighbouring counties. The diversity of our partnerships give you excellent opportunities to gain experience of working alongside expert colleagues in school.

†for the purpose of delivering initial teacher training programmes to achieve Qualified Teacher Status (QTS).

**Subject to revalidation

”I want to be remembered by children, by adults as that one teacher that really stood out and supported them the most and just made them fall in love with education.”

Ben, BA (Hons) Primary Education student

PSYCHOLOGY

Are you intrigued by human behaviour?

Our Psychology courses give you the opportunity to examine what makes humans think and act, exploring different core areas within psychology such as biological, cognitive, social, developmental and individual differences. Learn about essential psychological theories and perspectives, and use quantitative and qualitative research methods to analyse many aspects of human experience and behaviour. You will become proficient at using psychological approaches to investigate complex real world issues.

Benefit from dedicated laboratories and study spaces where you can gain hands-on experience of a variety of psychological research methods. You will be able to make your own significant contribution to the vibrant research culture here at Winchester through exploring issues at the forefront of psychology today.

You will find this a supportive environment, with lots of opportunity to get to know your tutors throughout your course and one-to-one supervision on your final year project.

Due to the wide range of skills, and the rigour with which they are taught, training in psychology is widely accepted as providing an excellent preparation for many careers. In addition to subject knowledge, graduates develop skills in communication; numeracy; analysis; teamwork; critical thinking; computing; independent learning, all of which are highly valued by employers.

Our Psychology graduates pursue further post graduate training within psychology or they transfer their wide-ranging knowledge and skills to a number of other professions in areas such as health and social care; marketing and market research; human resources; the public sector; business and management; and education.

†Currently accredited by the British Psychological Society (BPS)

‡If you hope to pursue a career in Psychology, we recommend you choose a programme where over 75% of the course content focuses on Psychology. All of these marked programmes fulfil this course content percentage.

“Psychology does have an impact on the world. It teaches us the small little things about us that can really make a difference.”

Holly, BSc (Hons) Psychology student

SOCIAL WORK

Choose a career where you can challenge inequality and make a real difference to the lives of vulnerable people.

Our BSc (Hons) Social Work degree will develop your professional skills as a critically-reflective practitioner and ensure you understand the impact of the wider social context in which people live. It seeks to challenge inequality and to intervene, support and empower people to make positive decisions. The course focuses on working with people of all ages who may be vulnerable and at risk. You will gain vital real-world skills on practical work placements in your second and third years, so you are able to deal with complex dilemmas in a confident and competent manner.

You will benefit from training in skills relevant to social work. These are reviewed annually, with past skills

training including child observation; restorative justice; counselling skills; substance use screening; harm reduction; and motivational interviewing. Learn from staff, service users, carers and practitioners who ensure your teaching material is interesting, challenging and up-to-date.

When you successfully complete the full course, you will be eligible to register with Social Work England and begin your Assessed and Supported Year in Employment as a social worker.

Graduates may go on to become social workers; high intensity therapists; youth workers; community development workers; family support workers; and probation officers.

SOCIAL WORK

“Social Work is an incredible course. You learn life skills that I don’t know that you would learn anywhere else. I wouldn’t be the person I am today without having studied here.”

Sophie, BSc (Hons) Social Work student

SOCIOLOGY

Become a well-informed critical thinker who understands key issues relating to identity, equality and diversity.

Our Sociology courses allow you to examine a wide range of pressing social issues and understand how society fits together. Whether you’re wondering why social media affects body image, how Black Lives Matter activists are changing social attitudes, or what we should be doing to tackle climate change, our enthusiastic lecturers will help you find the answers.

Modules on our Sociology courses cover engaging topics ranging from gender and sexualities, disability, and race and ethnicity, to religion, consumption, health and education. You can also choose to specialise via our Criminology pathway.

Learn how to conduct your own research and present your findings

professionally, developing academic, practical, and employability skills that’ll set you up for your chosen career.

Benefit from opportunities to expand your horizons by studying abroad in the USA or Canada for a semester or undertaking a work placement module in an organisation of your choice. Upon completion of your studies, you will be a well-informed, critical thinker who understands the cross-cultural diversity of the contemporary world.

Graduates of these courses have gone on to be charity coordinators; social media executives; youth workers; social researchers and teachers.

“The lecturers teach in an engaging way and are very passionate about the subject. It’s great to be taught by people like that.”

Olivia, BA Sociology student

SPORT AND EXERCISE

Make a difference – from developing the performance and wellbeing of future athletes to utilising the power of sport to improve society.

Excel in your studies and favourite sports with our superb facilities, including our own Stadium complete with an eight-lane athletics track; fully-equipped University Gym; biomechanics, physiology and psychology laboratories; and a strength and conditioning suite kitted out with the latest high-tech analysis equipment.

Choose from a number of pathways and benefit from high-quality teaching in a friendly learning environment. Combine scientific rigour with practical experience on many sports courses.

All our courses prepare you to be competent and confident in your chosen field, with an impressive range of transferable skills from logical thinking to clear communication. Many offer great professional practice, work placement and study abroad opportunities.

You may be eligible for our Sports Excellence Award of £500 per year –conditions apply so check online for all the details at winchester.ac.uk/bursaries

Graduates may go on to become coaches; teachers; sport psychologists; sports therapists; and personal trainers.

†Accredited by the British Psychological Society (BPS)

‡Currently recognised by the British Association of Sport and Exercise Sciences (BASES) Undergraduate Endorsement Scheme

◊Accredited by the Society of Sports Therapists

#Affiliated training provider of the UK Strength and Conditioning Association

“Here at Winchester we believe in providing opportunities for every student to have hands-on practical experience and hence we ensure small class sizes for every lab.”

Hazel Brown, Head of School of Sport, Health and Community

SPORT AND EXERCISE

HOW TO APPLY

Here’s your step-by-step guide to applying to Winchester. 1 VISIT

Visit our beautiful campus at one of our Open Days, on a Campus Tour or from the comfort of your own home via our Virtual Tour. You can also follow us on social media to get a feel for life at Winchester (see back cover).

2 APPLY

Submit your application via ucas.com to study at Winchester (don’t forget about the 31 January UCAS deadline). Midwifery has an earlier deadline - please check the Midwifery course page for details.

We review your application. For some courses, you might be asked to attend an interview.

4 ACCEPT

Accept Winchester as your Firm choice on UCAS Track and begin your journey at Winchester:

3 OFFER

We hope to offer you a place at Winchester.

• If you are a full-time first year undergraduate student, we guarantee you accommodation if you apply for University housing by the deadline published on our website (conditions apply).

• Apply online for tuition fee and maintenance loans at gov.uk/ studentfinance or through your country’s financial aid website.

• You may be eligible for additional financial support through our wide range of awards and bursaries. If you are predicted top grades, you may be eligible for our Highflier Academic Achievement Award.

• If you’re an international student, pay your deposit, request your CAS and apply for your visa. Find out more at winchester.ac.uk/international.

5 CONFIRM

We will confirm your place when we receive your results.

• If you’re holding an unconditional offer with us: congratulations, you’re in!

• If you’re holding a conditional offer with us and have met your conditions your place will be confirmed on UCAS.

• If your results are not quite as expected and you have not met the conditions of our offer, please don’t panic! We will review your application before we make a final decision and, where possible, will do what we can to accept you onto a course. Contact our friendly team by calling +44 (0)1962 827234 or emailing admissions@winchester.ac.uk for help and advice.

6 WELCOME

Enjoy the countdown to starting with us here at Winchester. You’ll receive welcome information with all you need to know before you arrive. We meet international students flying into the UK for Welcome Week at Heathrow Airport to shuttle you to campus by bus.

To find out more, scan the QR code or visit winchester.ac.uk/ug-howtoapply

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

GCSE ENGLISH AND MATHS

All our courses require all our students to have a minimum of a Grade 4/C in GCSE English Language and GCSE Mathematics, or a suitable equivalent qualification.

ENGLISH LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS FOR INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS

We require all international undergraduate applicants to have a minimum of IELTS 6.0 (including 5.5 in academic writing) or equivalent. There are some courses which require higher IELTS – please see relevant symbol below. We offer foundation and short pre-sessional programmes to improve your English ability prior to arrival, as well as in-sessional support alongside your main course of study, if you wish to improve your English language skills. Find out more at www.winchester.ac.uk/eltsu

OTHER QUALIFICATIONS

We accept UCAS tariff points earned from a variety of qualifications, including from the Access to Higher Education Diploma; International Baccalaureate; BTEC; CTEC; T Levels; Extended Project (EP/EPQ); GCE and VCE; CACHE; Higher Sports Leadership Awards; and speech, music and drama examinations. We also accept qualifications taken from outside the UK including the Vitnemål for videregående opplæring (Norway); Advanced Placements, ACT, SAT, high school diploma (USA) and many others from all over the world. To find out if what you are studying is acceptable for entry, please send further details to admissions@winchester.ac.uk

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

Some of our courses have specific subject or work experience requirements, as shown by the symbols to the right.

INTERVIEWS/AUDITIONS

A number of our courses require you to attend an interview or audition as part of the application process and these are identified in the table with a ❋. If you are shortlisted for interview or audition we will send you information about the format of the day, what to bring and where to go. For most courses, we are able to offer remote interviews via Microsoft Teams or similar technology to applicants who live outside the UK.

* Course subject to validation

** Course subject to revalidation

❋ Requires interview or audition

✖ A minimum of a C or 4 in a GCSE Science or equivalent

▲ A minimum of a C in A-level Mathematics or equivalent

♥ A-Level or equivalent level 3 pass in English, or a related subject in the areas of arts, humanities or social sciences, including drama, theatre, communications, history, theology or philosophy

❖ A-Level Biology/Human Biology at grade C or equivalent

❂ A-Level Chemistry at grade C or equivalent

➤ A-Level Science at grade C or equivalent

› A-Level Chemistry or Biology at C or equivalent

✦ Satisfactory DBS clearance

♣ Health check required

▼ Work experience in rehabilitation/healthcare/ support work/sports coaching

● Barred List check required

✶ Work experience in social work/social care/youth work

■ Requires IELTS above standard 6.0 - see course webpage for details

✢ An A-level A*-C pass is required in one of the following subjects: English, Economics, Politics, Languages, Science or a related subject

 Distance learning only

✜ Digital portfolio required

❢ Evidence of good general knowledge plus knowledge of current affairs, media markets and communities and the importance of inclusivity

For any questions about your application, course portfolio or entry tariff, please contact our Admissions team online via Live Chat or email admissions@winchester.ac.uk

With thanks to our wonderful graduate Ellen Wood and students Jake Smith, Omolara Oladipo and Bex Richards. With thanks to artist Emma-Leone Palmer for her depiction of Ellen in Become, oil on canvas. Every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of the information contained in this prospectus, but the University can accept no responsibility for errors or omissions. For the most up-to-date information, please visit winchester.ac.uk

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HOW TO FIND US

The University of Winchester is conveniently located in the heart of the city. You can travel to London by train, or reach the coast, in around an hour. Southampton Airport is just a 10-minute train journey away.