| Location | London, United Kingdom | Funding Type | Public |
|---|---|---|---|
| No of Students | 18945 | Establishment | University |
| Founded In | 1890 | Estimated Cost of Living | 17796 GBP |
| Address | Old Royal Naval College, Park Row, London SE10 9LS, United Kingdom |
The university dates back to 1891, when Woolwich Polytechnic, the second-oldest polytechnic in the United Kingdom, opened in Woolwich. It was founded by Frank Didden, supported by and following the principles of Quintin Hogg, and opened to students in October 1891. Like Hogg's pioneering venture in London's Regent Street, it initially combined education with social and religious functions. In 1894 it focused on an educational role, concentrating on higher technical education appropriate to its location close to Woolwich Dockyard and the Royal Arsenal, with its premises also used for day schools - the first Woolwich Polytechnic School was established in 1897.
In 1970, Woolwich Polytechnic merged with part of Hammersmith College of Art and Building to form Thames Polytechnic. In the following years, Dartford College (1976), Avery Hill College (1985), Garnett College (1987) and parts of Goldsmiths College and the City of London College (1988) were incorporated.
In 1992, Thames Polytechnic was granted university status by the Major government (together with various other polytechnics) and renamed University of Greenwich in 1993. In 2001, the university gave up its historic main campus in the Bathway Quarter in Woolwich, relocating to its current main campus in Greenwich.
Greenwich is a place where students have a great and memorable student experience. It brings together people with a shared interest in learning new things, developing skills and fulfilling potential.
When you join the University of Greenwich, you'll soon find out why 96% of our current and former students would recommend us.
Our students are part of an amazing community that celebrates difference and diversity, representing over 140 countries around the world. You'll meet people who you identify with, can relate to and who will become your friends.
We're also one of the few London universities that has everything you need in one place. Teaching, social, sports and living spaces are all on campus or close by.
Our campuses are very special places to study. We have two south-east London campuses in the Royal Borough of Greenwich - the iconic Old Royal Naval College in Greenwich and attractive Avery Hill - and historic Medway Campus in Kent.
Our home campus is the historic Greenwich Old Royal Naval College on the bank of the River Thames and next to the Royal Park. The iconic Greenwich Maritime World Heritage Site receives millions of tourists each year who visit the Royal Observatory meridian line, Cutty Sark ship, historic market, museums and, of course, the ORNC. Our campus can be seen in many movies including Skyfall and Pirates of the Caribbean, and TV series such as The Crown.
Just a short distance away and easily accessible by a regular university bus service, Avery Hill is a purpose-built green campus with a student village and impressive sports facilities situated next to the beautiful park in Eltham. Its cluster of teaching, living and sports facilities offer a relaxed atmosphere to study, live and work out.
Medway Campus at the Chatham dockside in Kent has great facilities, including excellent laboratories and workshops, and is ideal for exploring the Kent countryside and seaside towns. It's an easy commute to central London and the Bluewater Shopping Centre.
Our campuses are the perfect blend of old and new. You'll enjoy state-of-the-art teaching spaces set within splendid historic buildings and grounds.
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