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Summary
The University of Chichester is a thriving higher education institution where students become part of a close-knit community and are known by name. The university's origins trace back to 1839, when it was founded as a training college by William Otter, the Bishop of Chichester.
Student statistics
These stats give you an idea of what the student population looks like at this university.
Study level
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Undergraduate77%Postgraduate23%
Study mode
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Full-time79%Part-time21%
Student population MEDIUM
- 5,001–10,000 students
Where students come from
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UK95%International3%EU2%
Student gender
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Male 37%Female 63%
League table performance
See the latest league table performance of this university - overall, by subject, and its ranking during the past five years.
University League Table 2025
Overall ranking
79th out of 130
Overall ranking trend - past 5 years
Ranking breakdown
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Overall score
/ Max 1000609 61%79th
4 -
Entry standards
/ Max 212132 62%59th
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Student satisfaction
/ Max 43.09 77%47th
20 -
Research quality
/ Max 42.41 60%117th
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Research intensity
/ Max 10.36 36%85th
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Academic services spend
/ Max 3325929 28%126th
1 -
Facilities spend
/ Max 2226686 31%59th
2 -
Student - staff ratio
/ Min 10.315.252nd
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Continuation
/ Max 10095.0 95%35th
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Graduate prospects – outcomes
/ Max 10074.5 75%69th
47 -
Graduate prospects – on track
/ Max 10071.3 71%113th
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Subject League Tables 2025
- Accounting & Finance
- Art & Design
- Business & Management Studies
- Childhood & Youth Studies
- Communication & Media Studies
- Computer Science
- Creative Writing
- Drama, Dance & Cinematics
- Education
- English
- History
- Law
- Marketing
- Mechanical Engineering
- Music
- Psychology
- Social Work
- Sports Science
- Tourism, Transport, Travel & Heritage Studies
Overall ranking
99th out of 103
Subject ranking trend - past 5 years
Accounting & Finance ranking breakdown
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Overall score
/ Max 10073.2 73%99th
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Entry standards
/ Max 227110 49%77th
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Student satisfaction
/ Max 43.03 76%75th
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Research quality
/ Max 41.75 44%92nd
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Continuation
/ Max 10080.0 80%102nd
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Graduate prospects
/ Max 100n/a
Campus locations
Study options
Discover degree options and the different types of courses at this university.
For postgraduate courses
Frequently asked questions
Whatever your interest, the University of Chichester is keen to help you develop and reach your full potential. With so many courses available at the university you're bound to find the right one for you. There are also many clubs and societies to join – from sports clubs to academic interest, hobbies to cultural and religious societies. University of Chichester is proud of its facilities and high-quality teaching - have a look at where it ranks on our league tables and see how its strengths could match what you are looking for from your university experience.
Moving away from home for the first time is an adventure and the university's accommodation options enable you to make the right choice to feel at home while studying in Chichester. There are on-campus halls of residence on both the Bishop Otter and Bognor Regis campuses, while Stockbridge Student Village and Fishbourne Road East are situated in the picturesque city centre. You can choose catered or non-catered, with en suite or shared facilities, free Wi-Fi and communal areas. Guaranteed first-year accommodation is available, and help is given to help find accredited private sector housing if needed. Both campuses have adapted accommodation available for disabled students.
The university is situated on two campuses in Chichester and Bognor Regis. Both are close to the coast and surrounded by the beautiful hills of the South Downs. Chichester is a flourishing city, where you can find independent shops and cafes, art galleries and museums, and a host of trendy bars, plus the award-winning West Wittering beach nearby. The Bognor Regis campus is just metres from the beach and also close to the bustling town, where there is a fun nightlife and vibrant food scene. They offer a perfect balance of urban living and the great outdoors, abundant in culture, history and entertainment.