University Guide
University of Chichester
Founded in 1839, the University of Chichester is a place where students are part of a genuinely inclusive community and known by name. Thousands of students have achieved their aspirations through the tailored teaching and outstanding support offered. Chichester recognises how important it is to leave higher education with strong career prospects. That’s why employability and vocational skills are at the heart of every degree programme. The university offers a friendly community of international and UK students and academics in the historic city of Chichester and the seaside town of Bognor Regis.
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The overview
The main things you need to know about studying at the University of Chichester.
Rankings
The University of Chichester is ranked by the Guardian League tables as 28th out of 123 universities in the UK. It has been in the Top 40 for six consecutive years. Additionally, Chichester was named as a Top 25 university and 1st on the South Coast in the 2026 National Student Survey, based on high-satisfaction rates. Furthermore, The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2026 rates us as the 9th best modern university.
Employability
96.1% of graduates from the University of Chichester are either in employment or further education 6 months after graduating (Graduate Outcomes Survey 2022).
Fees
For 2027/28 academic year: For UK students, the fees are £10,050 and for international students the fees are £17,354 but may increase depending on course specific requirements. Some are variable depending on the course, so check their fees page for the latest information.
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Accommodation
The University of Chichester guarantees accommodation for all first-year students if they make the University of Chichester their firm choice, be in their first year of undergraduate study and are studying full-time. The university has a range of accommodation available, including catered, self-catered, en-suite and shared bathroom options, on and off campus, halls and studios. Prices range from £180.25 per week to £228.48 per week. Prices are correct as of August 2026. Find out more about the accommodation available and the most up to date prices here.
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Students' Union
The University of Chichester Students’ Union (UCSU) provides a range of services to students to help support them during their time at university. It is the aim of the Students’ Union (SU) to support all students within the student body. The SU is a charitable organisation and is led by an officer team of current or recent students, elected by our students in democratic elections. The officers lead the SU to ensure it has a positive impact on students’ lives. The SU runs a range of clubs and societies that students are welcome to join.
Famous for
Due to the activism of Louisa Hubbard after the Elementary Education act in 1870, the campus, that the university uses today, was an influential training institute for women teachers.
News
The University of Chichester has achieved a string of accolades in 2026, particularly around its teaching quality where it was rated as University of the Year for teaching quality (Daily Mail 2026), alongside The Times and Sunday Times Guide 2026 which rates us 12th , and 1st in the South East for lecturers and teaching quality (Whatuni Student Choice Awards 2026).
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"There are many student properties across Chichester and Bognor Regis for students to live in during their time at university".
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