UNIVERSITY OF CHICHESTER
UNIVERSITY OF CHICHESTER Headquarters Location
Bishop Otter campus, College Lane, Chichester, West Sussex, PO19 6PE
Bognor Regis campus, Upper Bognor Road, Bognor Regis, West Sussex, PO21 1HR
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About UNIVERSITY OF CHICHESTER
We are a successful, modern University with clear values and a long history in Higher Education. We offer quality education and an excellent student learning experience in a beautiful region of the South Coast of England. Based in West Sussex our two campuses are located in Chichester and Bognor Regis. A beautiful part of the country, just minutes away from the South Downs National Park and with a premier Blue Flag beach on our doorstep. We are surrounded by rolling countryside, stunning coastlines and historical attractions.
We have a great reputation for providing students and staff alike with the opportunity to achieve excellence within a stimulating and supportive environment. We strive to nurture and facilitate a working environment where all colleagues are equally valued, truly supported and duly recognised for their contribution. We are dedicated to supporting everyone within our community by embedding an inclusive culture through raising awareness of equality and diversity issues.
Our University Strategy ‘Open for Change’, sets out our vision to achieve national and international recognition for the excellence of our teaching, research and innovation, whilst being an outstanding University with a strong external-facing focus. Our latest People Strategy ‘Working together – Supporting each other’, sets out how we will support the talent and aspirations of our staff to realise our University’s strategic ambitions.
All of our staff, irrespective of their role, are instrumental in achieving our University mission and vision. The continued ability of our staff to lead, create and innovate, and the University’s ability to attract, develop and retain teams of talented professionals, is critical to our success. We believe in giving our staff an opportunity to grow and progress and to develop skills and talent by providing access to a wide range of University professional development opportunities to support their own career aspirations.
The University offers a variety of degrees in areas ranging from business, humanities, engineering, creative arts, nursing, teaching, social sciences, music and sport.
Our historyWe have a great reputation for providing students and staff alike with the opportunity to achieve excellence within a stimulating and supportive environment. We strive to nurture and facilitate a working environment where all colleagues are equally valued, truly supported and duly recognised for their contribution. We are dedicated to supporting everyone within our community by embedding an inclusive culture through raising awareness of equality and diversity issues.
Our University Strategy ‘Open for Change’, sets out our vision to achieve national and international recognition for the excellence of our teaching, research and innovation, whilst being an outstanding University with a strong external-facing focus. Our latest People Strategy ‘Working together – Supporting each other’, sets out how we will support the talent and aspirations of our staff to realise our University’s strategic ambitions.
All of our staff, irrespective of their role, are instrumental in achieving our University mission and vision. The continued ability of our staff to lead, create and innovate, and the University’s ability to attract, develop and retain teams of talented professionals, is critical to our success. We believe in giving our staff an opportunity to grow and progress and to develop skills and talent by providing access to a wide range of University professional development opportunities to support their own career aspirations.
The University offers a variety of degrees in areas ranging from business, humanities, engineering, creative arts, nursing, teaching, social sciences, music and sport.
The University of Chichester can trace its origins back to 1839. In the early part of the 19th century, there was considerable debate about the role of church and state in university education.
In 1828 students were accepted for the first secular university institution in the country, which later became University College London. In response, it was felt that London needed another university institution where the role of the Church would be formally recognised. In 1829 King's College London was established, with William Otter as its first Principal.
William Otter moved on to become Bishop of Chichester in 1836 and took an earnest interest in the promotion of education. After his death, a college for training schoolmasters was established as his memorial in April 1839. Eventually, Bishop's Training College moved to new buildings on the new site in October 1850 and was named Bishop Otter College. These buildings are the historic core of the University at the Chichester campus.
In 1942, during the Second World War, students and staff of the College were evacuated to Stockwell College in Bromley and the RAF took over Bishop Otter College. Chichester played a crucial part in the D-Day landings of 1944, where one of the lecture rooms on the Bishop Otter campus became the Operations Room of RAF Tangmere, the nerve centre controlling squadrons of fighter planes involved in the D-Day landing.
In 1873 the College became a training college for women as a result of the campaign by Louisa Hubbard to encourage the acceptance of women as teachers. Male students were not introduced until 1957.
The Bognor Regis College of Education was set up in 1946 as an emergency training college for men and women to meet the severe shortage of teachers after the war. It was located in a crescent of three beautiful Regency houses.
The West Sussex Institute of Higher Education was formed in 1977 as a result of the merger between the two colleges (Bishop Otter College and the Bognor Regis College of Education) it was a single institution of higher education, which allowed the two colleges to retain some of their traditions and identity. Initially, degrees were awarded by Sussex and Southampton Universities, but the Institute moved to a single degree awarding body, the Council for National Academic Awards (CNAA) and then with the demise of the Council, the Institute became an accredited college of the University of Southampton, awarding Southampton degrees.
To confirm its unitary identity and prime location, in 1995, the Institute changed its name to Chichester Institute of Higher Education. In 1999 the Institute gained degree awarding powers in its own right and the name was changed to University College Chichester.
The title 'University of Chichester' was approved by the Privy Council on 12 October 2005. Since then, the University has made major investments to ensure both campuses have the perfect blend of historical listed heritage, and modern state-of-the-art facilities. This includes a specialist teaching block, a brand new Music building, learning resource centre, and a £35million Tech Park.
Our locationIn 1828 students were accepted for the first secular university institution in the country, which later became University College London. In response, it was felt that London needed another university institution where the role of the Church would be formally recognised. In 1829 King's College London was established, with William Otter as its first Principal.
William Otter moved on to become Bishop of Chichester in 1836 and took an earnest interest in the promotion of education. After his death, a college for training schoolmasters was established as his memorial in April 1839. Eventually, Bishop's Training College moved to new buildings on the new site in October 1850 and was named Bishop Otter College. These buildings are the historic core of the University at the Chichester campus.
In 1942, during the Second World War, students and staff of the College were evacuated to Stockwell College in Bromley and the RAF took over Bishop Otter College. Chichester played a crucial part in the D-Day landings of 1944, where one of the lecture rooms on the Bishop Otter campus became the Operations Room of RAF Tangmere, the nerve centre controlling squadrons of fighter planes involved in the D-Day landing.
In 1873 the College became a training college for women as a result of the campaign by Louisa Hubbard to encourage the acceptance of women as teachers. Male students were not introduced until 1957.
The Bognor Regis College of Education was set up in 1946 as an emergency training college for men and women to meet the severe shortage of teachers after the war. It was located in a crescent of three beautiful Regency houses.
The West Sussex Institute of Higher Education was formed in 1977 as a result of the merger between the two colleges (Bishop Otter College and the Bognor Regis College of Education) it was a single institution of higher education, which allowed the two colleges to retain some of their traditions and identity. Initially, degrees were awarded by Sussex and Southampton Universities, but the Institute moved to a single degree awarding body, the Council for National Academic Awards (CNAA) and then with the demise of the Council, the Institute became an accredited college of the University of Southampton, awarding Southampton degrees.
To confirm its unitary identity and prime location, in 1995, the Institute changed its name to Chichester Institute of Higher Education. In 1999 the Institute gained degree awarding powers in its own right and the name was changed to University College Chichester.
The title 'University of Chichester' was approved by the Privy Council on 12 October 2005. Since then, the University has made major investments to ensure both campuses have the perfect blend of historical listed heritage, and modern state-of-the-art facilities. This includes a specialist teaching block, a brand new Music building, learning resource centre, and a £35million Tech Park.
The University of Chichester is a welcoming University in West Sussex nestled between the South Downs National Park and the English Channel. We are based over two beautiful campuses in Chichester and Bognor Regis.
Our Bishop Otter Campus in Chichester is set in stunning surroundings with plenty of relaxing green space and a combination of attractive, historic buildings and excellent modern facilities.
Situated just five minutes from the sea, our Bognor Regis Campus boasts fantastic teaching facilities and a mixture of beautiful Georgian architecture alongside our £35million Tech Park.
The Cathedral City of Chichester, described by the Sunday Times as one of the best places to live in the UK in 2020, is renowned for its world class Festival Theatre and Pallant House Gallery, as well as its charming Georgian centre contained within Roman city walls.
The historic resort of Bognor Regis draws visitors for its endless sunshine and unspoilt beaches. The local district provides a wealth of cultural and sporting opportunities from celebrated events such as the Festival of Speed and the Revival meeting hosted by the Goodwood Estate, to sailing on the creeks of Chichester harbour, or cycling in our glorious National park.
Our unique location on the south coast of England provides excellent road and rail links to Brighton, Portsmouth and London.
Both of our campuses are easily accessible by foot, bus, train and car. If you prefer to drive, staff can purchase parking permits or we offer a car sharing scheme. For keen cyclists, we have 190 covered cycle spaces on Bishop Otter campus and 90 covered cycle spaces at Bognor Regis campus, both of which are secure and free. Bognor Regis and Chichester train stations are an approximate 20 minute walk from their respective campus.
Why work hereOur Bishop Otter Campus in Chichester is set in stunning surroundings with plenty of relaxing green space and a combination of attractive, historic buildings and excellent modern facilities.
Situated just five minutes from the sea, our Bognor Regis Campus boasts fantastic teaching facilities and a mixture of beautiful Georgian architecture alongside our £35million Tech Park.
The Cathedral City of Chichester, described by the Sunday Times as one of the best places to live in the UK in 2020, is renowned for its world class Festival Theatre and Pallant House Gallery, as well as its charming Georgian centre contained within Roman city walls.
The historic resort of Bognor Regis draws visitors for its endless sunshine and unspoilt beaches. The local district provides a wealth of cultural and sporting opportunities from celebrated events such as the Festival of Speed and the Revival meeting hosted by the Goodwood Estate, to sailing on the creeks of Chichester harbour, or cycling in our glorious National park.
Our unique location on the south coast of England provides excellent road and rail links to Brighton, Portsmouth and London.
Both of our campuses are easily accessible by foot, bus, train and car. If you prefer to drive, staff can purchase parking permits or we offer a car sharing scheme. For keen cyclists, we have 190 covered cycle spaces on Bishop Otter campus and 90 covered cycle spaces at Bognor Regis campus, both of which are secure and free. Bognor Regis and Chichester train stations are an approximate 20 minute walk from their respective campus.
The University of Chichester is a dynamic, supportive and ambitious institution with clear values and a long history in Higher Education. We offer our students a quality education and learning experience, whilst providing first class employment opportunities in a beautiful region of the South Coast of England.
The University offers a number of benefits to enhance the employment of our staff:
- The University is an agile and flexible working employer and there are a range of working patterns offered, depending on role requirements.
- University staff are auto enrolled in either the Teachers’ Pension Scheme (academic staff) or Local Government Pension Scheme (professional services staff).
- Holidays - Staff have favourable working hours and a generous holiday entitlement (25 to 35 days each year) and Bank Holidays. Christmas closure days are in addition to these holiday entitlements.
- An enhanced Occupational Sickness Benefit scheme, in addition to Statutory Sickness Scheme payments.
Occupational maternity, paternity, shared parental and adoption benefits to supplement employees' statutory entitlements.
- A comprehensive in-house Professional Development programme covering a wide range of development opportunities to enhance the capabilities of staff and support their career development.
- Mentoring Scheme - All staff are supported throughout their career by an experienced member of staff who will act as a mentor, offering support and advice.
- Subsidised Inter-site transport to Bognor Regis, Fishbourne East and Chichester providing good connection with local transport links including rail.
- Discounted Gym membership. At our Chichester campus there is an on-site sports centre comprising fitness suite, climbing wall, sport hall and other fitness facilities.
- On-site shop at Chichester campus.
- On-site parking is available with a monthly or daily charge scheme.
- On-site catering is provided at both campuses including on site coffee shop facilities.
- Beautiful green campus environment, both in Chichester and Bognor Regis, with many lovely spots for lunchtime strolls or meetings.
- Free staff membership of Learning Resource Centres with newspapers, periodicals with free internet, book loans and equipment for staff.
- Cycle to work scheme enables employees to purchase a bike at a reduced rate. Staff can opt to make payments from their salary over a number of months.
Inclusivity, equality and diversityThe University offers a number of benefits to enhance the employment of our staff:
- The University is an agile and flexible working employer and there are a range of working patterns offered, depending on role requirements.
- University staff are auto enrolled in either the Teachers’ Pension Scheme (academic staff) or Local Government Pension Scheme (professional services staff).
- Holidays - Staff have favourable working hours and a generous holiday entitlement (25 to 35 days each year) and Bank Holidays. Christmas closure days are in addition to these holiday entitlements.
- An enhanced Occupational Sickness Benefit scheme, in addition to Statutory Sickness Scheme payments.
Occupational maternity, paternity, shared parental and adoption benefits to supplement employees' statutory entitlements.
- A comprehensive in-house Professional Development programme covering a wide range of development opportunities to enhance the capabilities of staff and support their career development.
- Mentoring Scheme - All staff are supported throughout their career by an experienced member of staff who will act as a mentor, offering support and advice.
- Subsidised Inter-site transport to Bognor Regis, Fishbourne East and Chichester providing good connection with local transport links including rail.
- Discounted Gym membership. At our Chichester campus there is an on-site sports centre comprising fitness suite, climbing wall, sport hall and other fitness facilities.
- On-site shop at Chichester campus.
- On-site parking is available with a monthly or daily charge scheme.
- On-site catering is provided at both campuses including on site coffee shop facilities.
- Beautiful green campus environment, both in Chichester and Bognor Regis, with many lovely spots for lunchtime strolls or meetings.
- Free staff membership of Learning Resource Centres with newspapers, periodicals with free internet, book loans and equipment for staff.
- Cycle to work scheme enables employees to purchase a bike at a reduced rate. Staff can opt to make payments from their salary over a number of months.
Ensuring that our University is an inclusive place to study, work, live, and visit is a key part of everything we do as we want everyone to have the same opportunity to develop and thrive in their education, their careers, and in their interactions with us. We value the diversity of our community and are committed to providing a positive, supportive and nurturing environment where dignity and respect are afforded to all.
We advance and embed equality, diversity and inclusion at the University through awareness raising activities, communications and events across our community and work with the University of Chichester Students' Union (UCSU) to progress our aims.
For our staff, we offer a wide range of related professional development and wellbeing opportunities through our Professional Development Programme including sessions around unconscious bias, race awareness, mental health, trans awareness, neurodiversity, and sensory impairments. We also have a number of staff network groups which are a great way for colleagues from all over the University to build contacts, share experiences, arrange relevant events, and socialise. Every member of staff is invited to join any of the staff network groups as someone that identifies with a particular characteristic, or as an ally who has an interest, or who wishes to offer support to the group.
We also have a number of related awards and initiatives in place to support our work, including:
- Disability Confident Employer status under the Government’s scheme awarded for our work to successfully recruit, retain and develop disabled people.
- Registered as an organisation with Dementia Friends, an Alzheimer's Society initiative.
- We are a signatory to the MINDFUL EMPLOYER ‘Charter for Employers who are Positive About Mental Health’, and the Time to Change Pledge (made jointly with UCSU), to promote wellbeing and to uphold a non-stigmatising culture around mental health across the University.
- We are a joint signatory with UCSU to the Government's Sports Charter to advance gender identity equality and sexual orientation equality and support UCSU’s Allyship Charter.
-The International Holocaust Remembrance Alliance’s (IHRA) Working Definition of Antisemitism has been adopted by the University. For clarification, we share the view that it is not anti-Semitic to hold the Israeli Government to the same standards as other liberal democracies, or to take a particular interest in the Israeli Government’s policies or actions, without additional evidence to suggest anti-Semitic intent.
We advance and embed equality, diversity and inclusion at the University through awareness raising activities, communications and events across our community and work with the University of Chichester Students' Union (UCSU) to progress our aims.
For our staff, we offer a wide range of related professional development and wellbeing opportunities through our Professional Development Programme including sessions around unconscious bias, race awareness, mental health, trans awareness, neurodiversity, and sensory impairments. We also have a number of staff network groups which are a great way for colleagues from all over the University to build contacts, share experiences, arrange relevant events, and socialise. Every member of staff is invited to join any of the staff network groups as someone that identifies with a particular characteristic, or as an ally who has an interest, or who wishes to offer support to the group.
We also have a number of related awards and initiatives in place to support our work, including:
- Disability Confident Employer status under the Government’s scheme awarded for our work to successfully recruit, retain and develop disabled people.
- Registered as an organisation with Dementia Friends, an Alzheimer's Society initiative.
- We are a signatory to the MINDFUL EMPLOYER ‘Charter for Employers who are Positive About Mental Health’, and the Time to Change Pledge (made jointly with UCSU), to promote wellbeing and to uphold a non-stigmatising culture around mental health across the University.
- We are a joint signatory with UCSU to the Government's Sports Charter to advance gender identity equality and sexual orientation equality and support UCSU’s Allyship Charter.
-The International Holocaust Remembrance Alliance’s (IHRA) Working Definition of Antisemitism has been adopted by the University. For clarification, we share the view that it is not anti-Semitic to hold the Israeli Government to the same standards as other liberal democracies, or to take a particular interest in the Israeli Government’s policies or actions, without additional evidence to suggest anti-Semitic intent.
Number of Employees in UNIVERSITY OF CHICHESTER
501 à 1 000
UNIVERSITY OF CHICHESTER Revenue
20 à 85 M (EUR)