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University of Winchester

Winchester, United Kingdom · Public · Est. 1840 (University of Winchester title 2005)

Updated 28 Oct 2026

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Established

1840 (University of Winchester title 2005)

Type

Public

Location

Winchester, United Kingdom

Complete University Guide (UK) 2027

97th of 130 UK universities

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About the university

The University of Winchester began in 1840 as a Church of England teacher training school and became the University of Winchester in 2005. It is a small, campus-based university in Winchester, Hampshire, a historic cathedral city and former capital of England, with close to 8,000 students. It teaches business, computing and cyber security, psychology, law, nursing, education, humanities and the creative arts.

For Indian students, 2027/28 international fees are £16,700 a year for bachelor's degrees and £17,450 for one-year master's courses, and every new international student on a taught course receives an automatic scholarship (£5,000 for postgraduate, £4,000 for undergraduate in 2026/27). Several master's start in September or January, and some in May. Entry asks for a three-year degree with 55% for a master's, or 70% in Class 12 (CISCE) for a bachelor's.

Founded
1840, as the Winchester Diocesan Training School; degree-awarding powers in 2004 and the University of Winchester title in 2005
Type
Public university with a Church of England foundation
Total students
Close to 8,000 (university's history page)
Campus
Winchester campus, including the King Alfred Quarter and West Downs Centre
Intakes
September for most courses; January (and May for some business and health master's)

Rankings

  • Complete University Guide (UK) 2027

    97th of 130 UK universities

Popular courses with Indian students

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Fees for international students

Course fees
CourseDurationFee / year (GBP)Approx. in rupees
MSc Cyber Security1 year full time£17,450≈ ₹21.3 lakh
MSc International Business Management1 year full time£17,450≈ ₹21.3 lakh
MBA Master of Business Administration1 year full time£17,450≈ ₹21.3 lakh
MSc Digital Marketing and Analytics1 year full time£17,450≈ ₹21.3 lakh
MSc International Financial Management1 year full time£17,450≈ ₹21.3 lakh
MSc Project Management1 year full time£17,450≈ ₹21.3 lakh
MSc Marketing1 year full time£17,450≈ ₹21.3 lakh
MPH Public Health1 year full time£17,450≈ ₹21.3 lakh

Fees are for international students for the entry year shown on each course page and can rise each year. Approximate exchange rates (based on ECB reference rates, March 2026). Actual rates on your payment date will differ.

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Scholarships

  • Taught postgraduate, new international students (2026/27)

    International Student Scholarship – Postgraduate

    Value: £5,000

    Eligibility: All new international students joining a taught programme. Automatic: applied to your offer letter.

    Official page (opens in a new tab)
  • Undergraduate, new international students (2026/27)

    International Student Scholarship – Undergraduate

    Value: £4,000

    Eligibility: All new international students joining a taught programme. Automatic: applied to your offer letter.

    Official page (opens in a new tab)
  • One-year master's

    Chevening Scholarships

    Value: Set by Chevening (not stated on Winchester's page)

    Eligibility: Listed by Winchester as a funding option for Indian students; apply to Chevening directly.

    Official page (opens in a new tab)

Admission requirements

Undergraduate

  • Class 12 from CISCE, Calcutta Board or Tamil Nadu Board with 70% or more; West Bengal 60%; Maharashtra 75%. Contact Winchester for other boards.
  • Year 10 Maths and English with at least 75% are also expected, or a one-year UK foundation course (normally 60%) or a State Board of Technical Education diploma.
  • Students with 50–70% in Class 12 are considered for a foundation year; first-year university study in India may allow direct entry.

Postgraduate

  • A bachelor's degree of at least three years with 55% or above from a recognised university.
  • Graduates of well-recognised colleges of major metropolitan universities are normally considered with 60% and above; lower marks may be accepted from the University of Calcutta and University of Pune.
  • Some courses ask for a related subject, for example MSc Cyber Security needs a computing-related degree.

Documents

  • Valid passport
  • Class 10 and Class 12 mark sheets
  • Degree certificate and transcripts for master's courses
  • IELTS or other English test certificate
  • Personal statement
  • Reference

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English language requirements

English requirements
Test or routeTypical requirement
IELTS Academic6.0 overall with 5.5 in each component for standard undergraduate and postgraduate entry; master's course pages ask for 6.0 with at least 5.5 in writing
NursingIELTS 6.5 overall with at least 6.0 in writing
Other testsCambridge English, Kaplan Test of English, LanguageCert (including online), Oxford ELLT, PTE Academic and TOEFL iBT (including Home Edition) are accepted; ask Admissions for scores
Student visaYour English qualification must be at CEFR B2 in all four skills

Accommodation and living costs

Winchester's halls include heating, water, electricity, internet and contents insurance, and there is no deposit for university-managed rooms. First-year, full-time undergraduates who meet the conditions on the guarantee page (such as making Winchester their firm choice and applying on time) are guaranteed a room. Prices below are 2026/27 rates.

Accommodation and living costs
ItemIn GBPApprox. in rupees
West Downs, shared bathroom (39 weeks)£6,128.85 to £6,579.30 for the licence£157–169per week≈ ₹19,172 – ₹20,581
En suite at Burma Road, Queens Road or West Downs (39 weeks)47-week licences cost slightly less per week£186–222per week≈ ₹22,631 – ₹27,115
Catered halls, 10 meals a week (St Elizabeths & Beech Glade, 34 weeks)£221per week≈ ₹26,961
One-bedroom self-contained flat (50 weeks)£231per week≈ ₹28,139

Campus and location

The university has a single main campus in Winchester, a historic cathedral city in Hampshire.

  • The King Alfred Quarter dates back to 1862, when the Winton Building was built for the college.
  • The West Downs Centre houses a dedicated Cyber Security and Forensics laboratory.
  • Student villages at Burma Road, Queens Road and West Downs are on or near campus.
  • Winchester Cathedral, museums and Jane Austen's grave are in the city.

Careers and graduate outcomes

Courses link to professional bodies, for example MSc Cyber Security works with Cisco Networking Academy, GCHQ and BCS, and many undergraduate degrees offer an industry placement year. Winchester does not publish graduate salary figures on the pages we checked. After graduating you can apply for the UK Graduate visa; see our UK guide.

Graduate outcomes
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Studying in the UK

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FAQs

How much does Winchester cost for Indian students?

For 2027/28, bachelor's degrees cost £16,700 a year and the one-year master's courses on this page £17,450. New international students receive an automatic scholarship (£5,000 postgraduate, £4,000 undergraduate in 2026/27).

Can I start in January?

Yes, for several courses: MSc Cyber Security, MSc International Business Management, MSc International Financial Management, MSc Project Management, MPH Public Health, BSc Computer Science and BA Business Management list January starts. Some also start in May.

What marks do I need?

For a master's, a three-year bachelor's with 55% or more. For a bachelor's, 70% in Class 12 from CISCE (60% for West Bengal, 75% for Maharashtra), plus 75% in Class 10 Maths and English.

Is accommodation guaranteed?

For first-year, full-time undergraduates who meet the conditions on the university's guarantee page. Rooms cost about £157 to £222 a week in 2026/27, with bills included and no deposit.

Sources

  1. University of Winchester: MSc Cyber Security (opens in a new tab)
  2. University of Winchester: BSc (Hons) Computer Science (opens in a new tab)
  3. University of Winchester: international entry requirements (India) (opens in a new tab)
  4. University of Winchester: English language requirements (opens in a new tab)
  5. University of Winchester: international scholarships, bursaries and awards (opens in a new tab)
  6. University of Winchester: accommodation costs (opens in a new tab)
  7. University of Winchester: accommodation guarantee (opens in a new tab)
  8. University of Winchester: our history (opens in a new tab)
  9. Complete University Guide 2027 league table (opens in a new tab)

Official website: www.winchester.ac.uk (opens in a new tab)

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