Thinking of a degree? Discover what University of Chichester has to offer – open days in October and November

Not sure what university life could offer you?

Why not come and discover university life at one of the UK's fastest league table climbers? Recently named the Daily Mail's 2026 University of the Year for Teaching Excellence, the University of Chichester is punching well above its weight as one of the top-30 universities in the country (Guardian University Guide 2025).

Open the door to your future at a University of Chichester Open Day. Just a stones-throw from Portsmouth, this university offers students fantastic support and a close-knit community.

Attending an Open Day at the University of Chichester is one of the best ways to experience campus life first-hand. It’s also a great chance to hear more about the courses on offer from the people who teach them and the people who study there.

Come and discover what makes the university so special, from its close-knit community to its state-of-the-art facilities, where you’ll receive the highest quality teaching and support to help you achieve your goals.

It’s your opportunity to imagine yourself in a new environment, meet the people who’ll shape your future and get a genuine feel for whether the university is the right fit for you, both academically and socially.

Why come to an Open Day?

Choosing a university is a big decision, but attending Open Days can make the process much easier, clearer, and more exciting.

It’s your chance to hear more about the subjects you might be interested in studying from our lecturers and ask questions to help you decide if it’s the right course for you.

Questions about applying or student finance? The friendly team will be here to advise you.

You can also join a campus tour with one of the current students to tour teaching spaces and get the lowdown on student life, from studying to socialising. The range of accommodation will be open for you to take a look at where you could be living, if you decide to study at the University of Chichester.

You’ll have plenty of time to explore the local area and the beautiful campuses in Chichester and Bognor Regis to get a taste of life in one of the sunniest places in the UK!

From stepping into the industry-leading facilities to chatting with your future lecturers and getting a feel for student life on campus, Open Days offer a glimpse into what could be your next chapter.

Student ratings

Student sites such as WhatUni and StudentCrowd give the University of Chichester excellent reviews. Student Crowd gives it five stars for its clubs and societies and careers service, and a solid four stars out of five for its facilities and student’s union. The graduate outcomes for the University of Chichester show that six months after leaving university, 91% of graduates are in work or further study. The typical graduate salary six months after leaving the University of Chichester is £24 - £27K a year.

Students said there were plenty of sports clubs, good accommodation and a busy nightlife in the student’s union.

WhatUni reviews give it an overall 4.2 out of 5 star rating and praised its supportive atmosphere, and described it as a small, friendly campus with excellent teaching staff. Its location makes it ideal for those who enjoy town life but want to be close to the beach, watersports and the countryside.

Want to find out more?

Join one of their next Open Days on Saturday 11 October, Saturday 26 October and Saturday 22 November. To book your place, visit