The University of Greenwich, founded in 1890, has three campuses at Greenwich (London), Avery Hill (London) and Medway (Kent), each with modern learning facilities, in beautiful historic buildings. The University has a resource base of highly qualified staff with wide-ranging expertise and significant links with business and industry. Innovation and strong links to industry and commerce, complemented by research excellence and an international agenda are what make the University of Greenwich a leading modern university.
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4.3 out of 5 (53 ratings / 37 reviews) London, England, United Kingdom
Master's Programmes
Business & Management (21)
- M.Sc. Accounting and FinanceBusiness School
- M.Sc. Advanced PracticeSchool of Health and Social Care
- School of Science
- School of Computing & Mathematical Sciences
- M.Phil. Business - ResearchBusiness School
- Business School
- Business School
- M.Sc. Finance and InvestmentBusiness School
- Business School
- Natural Resources Institute
- School of Engineering and Science
- Business School
- Business School
- Business School
- M.B.A. International BusinessBusiness School
- Business School
- Business School
- Faculty of Architecture, Computing and Humanities
- Business School
- Business School
- M.A. Strategic MarketingBusiness School
Medicine & Health (15)
- M.Sc. Advanced PracticeSchool of Health and Social Care
- School of Science
- M.Sc. Formulation ScienceSchool of Science
- Medway School of Pharmacy
- M.A. Healthcare PracticeSchool of Health and Social Care
- Postgraduate Certificate Independent/Supplementary PrescribingMedway School of Pharmacy
- M.Sc. Medicines OptimisationSchool of Science
- M.Sc. Nursing (Adult Nursing)School of Health and Social Care
- School of Health and Social Care
- School of Health and Social Care
- M.Sc. Occupational HygieneFaculty of Architecture, Computing and Humanities
- School of Science
- M.Sc. Pharmaceutical SciencesSchool of Science
- Faculty of Architecture, Computing and Humanities
- M.Phil. Science - ResearchSchool of Science
Engineering & Technology (14)
- M.Eng. Civil EngineeringSchool of Engineering and Science
- M.Sc. Civil EngineeringSchool of Engineering and Science
- School of Computing & Mathematical Sciences
- Faculty of Architecture, Computing and Humanities
- Faculty of Architecture, Computing and Humanities
- School of Engineering and Science
- School of Engineering and Science
- M.Sc. Engineering ManagementSchool of Engineering and Science
- School of Engineering and Science
- M.Sc. Machine IntelligenceSchool of Engineering and Science
- M.Eng. Mechanical EngineeringSchool of Engineering and Science
- School of Engineering and Science
- Faculty of Architecture, Computing and Humanities
- School of Engineering and Science
Social Sciences (13)
- School of Health and Social Care
- Faculty of Architecture, Computing and Humanities
- School of Humanities and Social Sciences
- M.Sc. EconomicsBusiness School
- M.Sc. Finance and InvestmentBusiness School
- Business School
- School of Humanities and Social Sciences
- Greenwich Maritime Institute
- Business School
- M.Phil. PsychologySchool of Health and Social Care
- School of Health and Social Care
- School of Education
- Business School
Arts, Design & Architecture (9)
- Postgraduate Diploma Architectural Practice (ARB/RIBA Part 3 Exemption)Faculty of Architecture, Computing and Humanities
- MArch Architecture Part 2Faculty of Architecture, Computing and Humanities
- M.A. Digital ArtsSchool of Science
- M.Sc. Film ProductionSchool of Science
- M.A. Film ProductionSchool of Science
- Faculty of Architecture, Computing and Humanities
- Faculty of Architecture, Computing and Humanities
- Faculty of Architecture, Computing and Humanities
- School of Computing & Mathematical Sciences
Computer Science & IT (9)
- School of Computing & Mathematical Sciences
- School of Computing & Mathematical Sciences
- M.Sc. Computer ScienceSchool of Computing & Mathematical Sciences
- School of Computing & Mathematical Sciences
- School of Computing & Mathematical Sciences
- School of Computing & Mathematical Sciences
- School of Engineering and Science
- M.Sc. Spatial Data ScienceSchool of Computing & Mathematical Sciences
- School of Computing & Mathematical Sciences
Environmental Studies & Earth Sciences (9)
- Natural Resources Institute
- M.Phil. Development Studies - ResearchBusiness School
- School of Science
- M.Sc. Food InnovationSchool of Science
- School of Engineering and Science
- M.Sc. Natural ResourcesNatural Resources Institute
- Faculty of Architecture, Computing and Humanities
- M.Phil. Science - ResearchSchool of Science
- School of Engineering and Science
Applied Sciences & Professions (8)
- School of Science
- School of Computing & Mathematical Sciences
- M.Sc. Food InnovationSchool of Science
- Natural Resources Institute
- School of Health and Social Care
- Faculty of Architecture, Computing and Humanities
- Faculty of Architecture, Computing and Humanities
- M.A. Social WorkSchool of Health and Social Care
Education & Training (7)
- School of Health and Social Care
- M.A. EducationSchool of Education
- M.Phil. Education and TrainingSchool of Education
- School of Health and Social Care
- Postgraduate Certificate Higher EducationSchool of Education
- M.A. TESOLSchool of Humanities and Social Sciences
- M.Sc. Therapeutic CounsellingSchool of Health and Social Care
Natural Sciences & Mathematics (5)
- School of Science
- M.Sc. BiotechnologySchool of Science
- School of Science
- M.Phil. Science - ResearchSchool of Science
- M.Sc. Science by ResearchSchool of Science
Hospitality, Leisure & Sports (4)
- Business School
- Business School
- School of Education
- School of Science
Humanities (4)
- M.A. Applied LinguisticsSchool of Humanities and Social Sciences
- M.A. Digital ArtsSchool of Science
- School of Humanities and Social Sciences
- M.A. TESOLSchool of Humanities and Social Sciences
Law (3)
- School of Humanities and Social Sciences
- School of Humanities and Social Sciences
- School of Humanities and Social Sciences
Agriculture & Forestry (2)
- Natural Resources Institute
- Greenwich Maritime Institute
Journalism & Media (2)
- School of Science
- Business School
About
History
1890: Founded as Woolwich Polytechnic, the second UK polytechnic1892: First CGLI certificate awarded1970: Thames Polytechnic established - one of the "new" polytechnics1976: Dartford College incorporated1985: Avery Hill College incorporated1992: The University of Greenwich1993: Thames College of Health Care Studies incorporated1996: Natural Resources Institute (NRI) incorporated
Research
Their mission is to inspire society and the world through discovering, applying and sharing knowledge.Greenwich's research is in demand throughout the world, attracting international agencies, government departments and global corporations from over 50 countries. Recent clients include global giants such as Pfizer, GlaxoSmithKline, BAE Systems, Airbus, GE Aviation and Merck Consumer Health – alongside local businesses.
Career
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University Ranking
World University Rankings by Times Higher Education
2019
601
2018
601
2017
601
World University Rankings is a vital resource that provides the definitive list of the world's best universities. They look at how often they're producing new ideas, what their reputation is around the world, and how much they're contributing to science and academic fields. After calculating and comparing these criteria, THE ranks the universities accordingly.
QS World University Rankings by TopUniversities
2019
701 100
2018
801 -100
2017
701
QS World University Rankings is one of the top international rankings measuring the popularity and performance of universities all over the world. They measure university reputation based on the impressions of higher education experts, companies who hire graduates, and teaching quality. QS also considers the ratio of international teachers and students present at universities, as well as the times research papers were mentioned by researchers. After calculating and comparing these criteria, QS ranks the universities accordingly.
Best Global Universities Rankings by U.S. News & World Report
2019
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2018
917 14
2017
931
Best Global Universities Rankings by U.S. News & World Report presents all the top universities from the U.S. and 60 other countries around the world. They measure the rate of students going to their second year of studies, as well as the rate of students who graduate. It also asks university representatives on the performance of universities, and evaluates university resources, teacher salaries, graduation rates, student academic achievements and satisfaction. After calculating and comparing these criteria, U.S. News ranks the top international universities accordingly.
Services
Student services
Professional counselling
We have a team of professionally-trained counsellors on campus with whom you can talk confidentially with about problems of any kind.
Our counsellors are accustomed to helping people from different backgrounds and cultures and are experienced in dealing with a wide range of personal or study-related issues, from problems with stress, depression, alcohol and drugs to exam anxiety.
They also run regular workshops on topics such as positive thinking and stress management that help students make the most of university life.
Specialist support is also available for students with mental health needs.
Housing services
- Living in halls of residence can be an exciting experience and a great way to meet new people and make lifelong friends.
- We provide approximately 2,400 places in halls on or near to our campuses at Avery Hill, Greenwich and Medway.
Library services
Each of the universitys nine Schools is allocated an academic services librarian to give specialised advice via web pages, e-mails and meetings. Library and computing staff provide inductions and information/ computing skills workshops and help is available at any time at the library and computing help desks. Computer laboratory support staff are available to help during opening hours.
ICT services
Networked PCs, printers and scanners are available in computer laboratories (conveniently situated in the same building as the libraries), with additional resources in other buildings on each campus. There is Internet access, e-mail and a wide range of general and specialist software.
Medical services
Staying in good health and leading an active, balanced lifestyle will help you make the most of your time at the University of Greenwich. But when you register with us, you will also want the reassurance of knowing that if you do fall ill, you will receive immediate help and support.
Student Life
Campus life
The university continually invests in developing its three campuses. New buildings and improved resources include a teaching centre, multi-purpose sports hall, engineering research block, skills laboratories and libraries. We are committed to providing the best learning environment for our students so they have all the necessary resources to succeed in their studies.
Sports facilities
Sports fans may be interested in our American football club, the Greenwich Mariners, which competes within the British Student American Football Association. We have cricket and basketball clubs, all of which have enjoyed success. The most popular team sports, such as football, rugby and netball, have multiple teams and compete against other universities in the British Universities Sports Association (BUSA).
Sports facilities across the campuses include pitches for football and rugby, courts for badminton and tennis and gyms to train in. Footballers at Avery Hill can use an artificial playing surface built by Charlton Athletic Football Club.
Student clubs
The Students Union is at the heart of student life at the University of Greenwich an essential place to be and a means of interacting with other students and tutors alike.
Whether you organise or attend events or write articles for the magazine, there are endless opportunities for you to get involved with your students union.
Accreditation
Many of our programmes are accredited by relevant professional bodies, and Schools are proud of their strong links with professions and industry. Such strong links with employers, plus research and investment in facilities ensure that our programmes reflect the needs of industry.
The Global Study Awards
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Student Reviews
My experience
Anonymous rated 4 out of 5 stars
Good experience and education. Chance to work with pofessional people
New experience!
Anonymous rated 4 out of 5 stars
I have only started uni this year but I believe it will be a great experience for me seeing the great support the staff is willing to give to its students.
Education changes your life from bottom to top
Anonymous rated 5 out of 5 stars
This University has helped me to discover myself, and moreover to identify what are my capabilities and what I can achieve along with them. When I first came to study in London, I was very scared of taking challenges, but to hope. However, my journey at the University lead me to prove myself that the world is big, but the life is short. Therefore, when the world is wide open, we need to challen...