Why choose the University of Greenwich?
Teaching excellence
At the University of Greenwich we set high standards for teaching quality. We are proud to be ranked first in London for teaching excellence with many of our programmes ranked in the national top ten in this category (Sunday Times University League Table 2012).
Great student satisfaction
In addition to delivering top class teaching, the university provides an excellent experience for students. For two years in a row the University of Greenwich was ranked first in London for student satisfaction (The Sunday Times University Guide 2010).
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Modern resources
The university continually invests in developing its three campuses. New buildings and improved resources include a teaching centre, multi-purpose sportshall, 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.
Wide international community
With so many international students from so many countries, the University of Greenwich gives you a unique opportunity to meet people from all over the world.
Recognised qualifications
Our qualifications are recognised and valued by employers around the world.They indicate academic achievement and a good level of English, and by studying in another country you gain a broader perspective on life.
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Successful graduates
Our degrees are designed with industry boards to ensure that our graduates are equipped with the cutting-edge skills and knowledge they need to secure a position in their chosen profession.
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World-class research
Many of our research areas have been judged as having carried out research of the very highest quality – world leading in terms of originality, significance and rigour. A research breakthrough at the university's Natural Resources Institute, for example, has been named as one of the ten most important discoveries to be made at a UK university over the past 60 years. A poll of UK academics recognised the institute's work controlling the tsetse fly in Africa, which is helping to combat the fatal disease sleeping sickness.
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Historic university
The university traces its roots to 1890 and the founding of Woolwich Polytechnic. Over the years, we have established ourselves as a place of research and academic achievement – a reputation reinforced by our high teaching standards and the ways in which our programmes respond directly to the changing needs of industry.
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Exceptional support
Our International Student Advice Service is dedicated to providing international students with information, advice and guidance throughout their studies. The team assists students from the moment they start at< /p> university, helping them to access our wide range of student support services.
Great social opportunities
The university has two active students' unions. These run events, clubs and societies, student bars and shops.Union activities give students plenty of opportunities to meet up with friends – or make new ones! International students also get the chance to experience events that are unique to the UK.
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Excellent transport links
All three of our campuses benefit from excellent transport links. Greenwich and Avery Hill Campuses are well connected by bus and train to central London, and Medway Campus is just a 45-minute train journey away. Once you are in the capital,the whole country is open to you through high-speed train links to virtually all the major cities.
