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Top tips06/01/2021

Making the most of a virtual open day

Whilst our Open Days have gone online for now, they’re still a great way to explore what’s on offer at Winchester. We’ve put together our top tips on making the most of a virtual open day.
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Research Centre23/12/2020

Centre for Animal Welfare News 2020

News and events in the University of Winchester's high-profile Centre for Animal Welfare
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Research Centre25/11/2020

History News and Events 2019-20

2019-20 news and events from the University of Winchester's dynamic History Department
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Research Centre17/09/2020

Recent news and events in the Centre for Performance Practice and Research

Recent news and events in the University of Winchester's Centre for Performance Practice and Research
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Course related20/02/2020

My Geography field trip to Spain

Geography alumnus, Liisa, shares one of her highlights of studying Geography at Winchester - her exciting field trip to Spain.
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Research Centre08/09/2020

Forced Migration Network News and Events

Recent news and events from the Forced Migration Network.
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Applying to uni10/08/2020

Vlog: My Clearing Experience

Louise shares her experiences of joining the Winchester community through Clearing and how she hasn't looked back since.
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Applying to uni11/08/2020

Clearing: What do I need before I call?

Here's what you'll need to have before you call us with your clearing enquiry.
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Applying to uni10/08/2020

10 top tips for surviving Clearing

With results day just around the corner, you might be anxiously waiting to find out if you've achieved the grades you need. But fear not if you don't quite get the grades you were expecting, we've put together some top tips to help you survive Clearing!
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Top tips30/07/2020

Making friends at uni: Andrea’s top tips

Student blogger, Andrea, shares her top tips on how to meet new people and make great friends during your first few weeks at Winchester.
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Books and film
Why Winchester30/03/2020

Winchester: On screen and on page

We’re celebrating the role that our lovely city consistently plays a part in literature, TV and films whether Winchester is where they’ve been written, set or filmed. Check out some key locations...
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Why Winchester13/04/2020

Winchester: The secrets of our city

There are many hidden delights in the side streets of Winchester, whether you’ve never heard of these places or you’ve just never noticed them. From independent cafe's to clues capers - they’re all worth exploring.
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Why Winchester07/04/2020

Why Winchester?

Recent graduate, Chloe, tells us all about moving to the beautiful historic city of Winchester and shares her reasons why she loves living here!
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Course related29/01/2020

Meeting the professionals

Second year sociology students met with disability professionals to discuss real-life issues and find out what careers in the disability sector are really like.
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Liberal Arts04/05/2020

Summer Reading List

If you are joining our BA Liberal Arts programme or just want a taster of the different content we study, take a look at this summer reading list.
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Student life01/04/2020

Winchester WatchFest: an April TV challenge

We don’t know how long we’re going to be locked down at home, but we do know it can be lonely, frustrating and boring. So we thought it might be a nice idea to offer some suggestions on some classic TV shows that we can watch each day of this month and share our thoughts about.
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Top tips05/03/2018

Getting to grips with student finance

Getting to grips with student finance can be tricky, yet it is an essential part of university preparation for most students, so we thought we'd put together an easy-peasy guide to help you with your application.
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Top tips02/02/2018

How to be a Savvy Student

Do you dream of new clothes and expensive food whilst you count your pennies just to buy a cup of tea? Follow our guide to become a savvy student and you’ll be sipping a posh drink, poolside in Cannes in no time (well maybe not but don’t stop dreaming).
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Applying to uni30/05/2019

Top tips for Parents

Sending your child to university can be a rollercoaster of emotions. Alison is mum to our psychology student, Katie and she shares her top tips to parents and guardians who are supporting their children in applying to university and in choosing their next new home.
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Liberal Arts24/02/2020

Teaching, Learning, and Studying in Liberal Arts

A description of the teaching, learning, and studying on the liberal arts programme at Winchester.
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Student life23/02/2020

Going to uni: Expectations vs. reality

Going to uni can be a pretty life-altering experience. Suddenly your life is turned upside down, with a new town, new accommodation and new people. Andrea, tells us her experience of joining uni.
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Applying to uni23/02/2020

10 motivational songs to get you through your UCAS application

With the UCAS application deadline fast approaching, we thought you could do with a little motivation to help you finish off your application.
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Applying to uni23/02/2020

How to write your personal statement in three steps

Your opportunity to bring yourself to life for universities to showcase your talents and your potential to soar on their course. Read our top tips on perfecting yours before the UCAS deadline!
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Food and drink23/02/2020

Easy peasy pancake recipes

So, today is Pancake day and we're very excited to bake up a storm in the kitchen later on. Here's some of our favourite recipes to impress your housemates and give everybody serious food envy!
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Food and drink22/01/2020

Best ‘affordable’ coffee in Winchester

Kendra shares her best independent coffee shops in Winchester to keep you energised whilst tackling university life.
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Applying to uni17/01/2020

My audition experience and top tips

I cannot believe that it has been almost three years since I auditioned in front of a panel of people who are now my friends and teachers. I have pulled together my top tips to help you prepare for an audition, and how to get the most out of the experience.
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Liberal Arts08/01/2020

Idler interview with Rowan Williams

Former Archbishop Rowan Williams recently gave an interview to Idler magazine in which he reveals his secrets to living the good life.
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Applying to uni25/09/2019

Making the most of an open day

Open days are a great opportunity to find out more about a university. With so much going on throughout the day, you definitely want to make the most out of it. Sophie has shared her top tips on making the most of an open day.
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Course related05/12/2019

Studying Education Studies at Winchester

PhD student, Laura shares her experiences and knowledge of studying Education Studies at Winchester.
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Liberal Arts22/11/2019

Should I Study Liberal Arts?

Find out if Liberal Arts is the course for you...
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Liberal Arts22/11/2019

Learn to wander

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Liberal Arts22/11/2019

What is a Liberal Arts degree?

This is often the first question we get asked in Schools and Colleges so in this post, we've set out to answer it.
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Top tips27/09/2019

Top tips to defeat homesickness

University can be the best time of your life, helped in part by your new-found independence! But it’s natural to feel a bit homesick whilst at Uni, Luke has shared his top tips to combat homesickness.
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Student life12/11/2019

Vlog: My Reflection on First Year

Kendra reflects on her first year at Winchester; discussing all-parts of student life from halls, social life, academic life and what she would do differently next year.
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Course related01/05/2018

Studying Forensic Investigation at Winchester

Third-year student, Charlotte, shares her experience, advice and knowledge from her time studying Forensic Science at Winchester.
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Applying to uni01/08/2019

Vlog: Emma's 10 Top Tips for Clearing

Clearing may seem a bit confusing and feel a little overwhelming, so Emma has shared her top 10 tips in a vlog to help you through clearing.
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Creative Writing26/03/2019

Channeling the creative: Interview with Wendy Falla - by Kaycee Hill

Kaycee Hill interviews graduate and published author Wendy Falla
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Creative Writing01/07/2019

A fine meeting of minds - a look at graduate writing weekends by Daniel Luxton

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Student life05/06/2019

Living sustainably as a Winchester student

As we all know, the planet can really use a helping hand at the moment. Luckily, the University has been working on ways to make it as easy as possible for you to be more sustainable in your everyday life as a Winchester student. Below are a few tips on how you can make a difference.
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Creative Writing07/04/2019

Vortex reviewed - by Nina Done

Creative and Professional Writing student Nina Done looks back at the origins of Vortex, and reviews the 2019 edition.
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Creative Writing07/04/2019

'A little Rocky to Winchester's Horror Picture Show'

Riannah Clarke interviews 'Winched from the Crypt' writer Mollie Russell
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Course related26/04/2019

Maia's education: Taking Liberal Arts into schools

Maia shares her experience bringing Liberal Arts into schools and the education she received in doing so.
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Student life16/04/2019

Gracie’s guide to an alternative night out

Gracie shares her top things to do when you are a student at Winchester and you want to skip the shots and headaches.
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Creative Writing22/03/2019

Interview with Kaycee Syan Hill - by Inghild Lea

Inghild Lea speaks with Kaycee Syan Hill about her upcoming publications in Vortex 2019
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Creative Writing22/03/2019

A real Horror show! 'Winched from the Crypt' - reviewed by Charlotte Eccles

Charlotte Eccles reviews Creative Writing's 'Winched from the Crypt', performed at Winchester Theatre Royal on February 13th 2019
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Student life12/07/2018

My time with Inspiring Enterprise

Ever thought about starting your own business? We asked some of our students about their time as part of the Inspiring Enterprise project and what they learnt from in industry mentors.
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Creative Writing14/03/2019

Finding the Words to praise an amazing project - by Gemma Saunders

Gemma Saunders speaks with Creative Writing and English Literature student Mollie Russell about her work on the Finding The Words poetry project
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Creative Writing14/03/2019

A. Flores: The Vortex Years: by Oliver Littlegray

Creative Writing student A. Flores was published in 3 consecutive Vortex editions between 2014 and 2016. In this article, Oliver Littlegray offers a retrospective on the poet's work.
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Creative Writing10/03/2019

Stand Up and be Graded (Part 2) - by Sophie Terry

Creative and Professional Writing student Sophie Terry interviews 3 more of the stars of 'Stand Up and be Graded'
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Creative Writing10/03/2019

Stand Up and be Graded - Maren Bjerkeng

Creative and Professional Writing student Maren Bjerkeng interviews 3 of the stars of 'Stand Up and be Graded'
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Creative Writing07/03/2019

The Writer's Guide to Writing Platforms - by Amy Davies

2nd year Creative and Professional Writing student Amy Davies explores different publication platforms
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Food and drink26/02/2019

Winchester's Secret Eats

There are so many places to eat in Winchester, it may take you three years to try them all! So why not experience some unique local restaurants to begin with?
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Creative Writing01/03/2019

Interview with Dr. Vanessa Harbour - by Inghild Lea

In the build-up to the launch of 2019's Vortex, Creative and Professional Writing student Inghild Lea delves through some of the back issues and interviews some past contributors.
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Creative Writing01/03/2019

5 minutes with ... Helen Sinclair

A quick catch-up with CW graduate Helen Sinclair
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Creative Writing01/03/2019

Climate 4 Change - previewed by Charlotte Tucker

Creative and Professional Writing student Charlotte Tucker looks ahead to upcoming University production Climate 4 Change, to be staged at Winchester Theatre Royal on Monday 11th March 2019 at 7:30 pm.
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Creative Writing01/03/2019

A Creative Vision of the Future: Beyond 2050 – James Brindley

A Creative Vision of the Future: Beyond 2050, by James Brindley. From the 3rd year module Creative Visions
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Creative Writing01/03/2019

5 minutes with ... Leyla Resuli

A quick catch-up with graduate Leyla Resuli
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Creative Writing23/02/2019

Q&A with Vortex contributor John Son

A Q&A with Vortex contributor John Son, by 2nd year Creative and Professional Writing student Nina Done
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Creative Writing27/02/2019

5 minutes with ... Isabel Wyatt

A quick catch-up with Creative Writing and Drama graduate Isabel Wyatt.
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Creative Writing27/02/2019

5 minutes with ... Shakerah Penfold

A quick catch-up with graduate Shakerah Penfold
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Creative Writing17/02/2019

'In Her Dreams' - by Steven Peach

A short story by Steven Peach from the 3rd year module Creative Vigilance
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Creative Writing17/02/2019

Adrift - by Alice Musson

A short story by Alice Musson from the 3rd year module Creative Visions
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Creative Writing17/02/2019

5 minutes with ... Kate Fox

A quick catch-up with CW graduate Kate Fox
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Creative Writing17/02/2019

5 minutes with ... Dr. Vanessa Harbour

A quick catch-up with Senior Lecturer in Creative Writing Dr. Vanessa Harbour
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Creative Writing17/02/2019

5 minutes with ... Matt Elphick

A quick catch-up with Creative Writing Lecturer Matt Elphick
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Creative Writing13/02/2019

5 minutes with ... Joe Wilmore

A quick catch-up with CW graduate Joe Wilmore
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Creative Writing12/02/2019

Out of the Vortex

2019 edition of Creative Writing's flagship publication launched during live event at Winchester Theatre Royal
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Postgraduate01/02/2019

Five reasons to study a Masters

If you’re coming to the end of your undergraduate degree, now might be the time to start thinking about postgraduate study. Take a look at our top five reasons to consider pursuing a Masters at Winchester.
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Creative Writing30/01/2019

The One That Got Away – by Amelia Starling

A short story from Creative Writing Graduate Amelia Starling
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Creative Writing30/01/2019

5 minutes with ... Laura Durrant

A quick catch-up with Creative and Professional Writing graduate Laura Durrant
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Creative Writing27/01/2019

5 minutes with ... Lizzie Campbell-Kelly

A quick catch-up with Creative Writing and Media Production graduate Lizzie Campbell-Kelly
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Creative Writing27/01/2019

5 minutes with ... Holly Lucas

A quick catch-up with Creative Writing and Drama graduate Holly Lucas
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Creative Writing27/01/2019

5 minutes with ... Dr. Catherine Wild

A quick catch up with Creative Writing Lecturer Dr. Catherine Wild
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Top tips21/01/2019

Stay healthy while studying: 10 top tips

Taking breaks and regular exercise whilst studying has been shown to improve your mood, memory and thinking skills. Check out our top 10 tips to stay healthy whilst studying.
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Creative Writing20/01/2019

5 minutes with ... Heather Park

A quick catch-up with CW graduate Heather Park
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Creative Writing20/01/2019

Made with Love - by James Le Cocq

A short story by James Le Cocq from the third year module 'Science Fictions and Fantasies'.
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Creative Writing19/01/2019

5 minutes with ... Chloe Page

A quick catch-up with CW grad Chloe Page
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Creative Writing19/01/2019

5 minutes with ... Emma Rose Hollands

A quick catch-up with CW graduate Emma Rose Hollands
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Creative Writing18/01/2019

5 minutes with ... Riley Chapple

A quick catch-up with Creative and Professional Writing graduate Riley Chapple
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Creative Writing18/01/2019

5 minutes with ... Grace Latter

A quick catch-up with CW and Drama graduate Grace Latter
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Creative Writing17/01/2019

Depth One - by Tyler Wilson

A short story by Tyler Wilson from the 2nd year CW module 'Horror Fiction'
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Food and drink16/01/2019

Cheap and healthy student meal ideas

Lydia and Jack run an Instagram channel dedicated to making cheap and healthy meals to maintain a balanced lifestyle whilst at uni. Here are their tips to inspire you to cook cheap yet amazing meals.
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Creative Writing16/01/2019

5 minutes with ... Dr. Judith Heneghan

A quick catch-up with CW Senior Lecturer Dr. Judith Heneghan
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Creative Writing16/01/2019

Red and Green - by Simon Clay

A short story by Simon Clay from the 3rd year module 'Creative Visions'
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Creative Writing16/01/2019

5 minutes with ... Professor Andy Melrose

A quick catch-up with Professor of Children’s Writing Andy Melrose
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Creative Writing16/01/2019

5 minutes with ... Nader Khouri

A quick catch-up with CW graduate Nader Khouri
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Creative Writing10/01/2019

5 minutes with ... Glenn Fosbraey

A quick catch up with CW Programme Leader Glenn Fosbraey
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Creative Writing16/01/2019

5 minutes with ... Emma Kirkby

A quick catch-up with CW grad Emma Kirkby
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Creative Writing13/01/2019

5 minutes with ... George Williams

A quick catch-up with CW graduate George Williams
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Creative Writing12/01/2019

5 minutes with ... Amelia Starling

A quick catch-up with Creative Writing graduate Amelia Starling
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Creative Writing13/01/2019

The Man Who Saved the World - by Christian Bone

A short story from the 3rd year module 'Creative Visions'
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Creative Writing13/01/2019

5 minutes with ... Kyle Scher

A quick catch-up with CW grad Kyle Scher
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Creative Writing12/01/2019

5 minutes with ... Ivy Miller

A quick catch-up with CW graduate Ivy Miller
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Creative Writing10/01/2019

5 minutes with ... Kelly Porter

A quick catch-up with CW graduate Kelly Porter
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Creative Writing11/01/2019

I Think I'm Dreaming - by Andrea Wold Johansen

A short story by Andrea Wold Johansen from the 3rd year module 'Creative Visions'
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Creative Writing11/01/2019

5 minutes with ... Olivia Partridge

A quick catch up with CW and English Literature graduate Olivia Partridge
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Creative Writing11/01/2019

Memory Lane - by Holly Gammage

A short story by Holly Gammage from the 3rd year module 'Creative Visions'
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Creative Writing11/01/2019

5 minutes with ... Ryan Carrier

A quick catch-up with CW grad Ryan Carrier
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Creative Writing11/01/2019

Dracula: Things That Go Bump and Grind in the Night - by Hannah England

A short story from the 2nd year module 'Re-Writing and Adapting'
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Creative Writing10/01/2019

5 minutes with ... Tom Shuttleworth

A quick catch-up with CW graduate Tom Shuttleworth
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Creative Writing10/01/2019

Everything is all write on the night as Creative Writing celebrates 10 years of graduates

Everything is all write on the night as Creative Writing celebrates 10 years of graduates
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Creative Writing10/01/2019

5 minutes with… Clare Holman-Hobbs

A quick catch up with CW graduate Clare Holman-Hobbs
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Creative Writing10/01/2019

5 minutes with ... Phil Hatch

A quick catch-up with CW graduate Phil Hatch
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Creative Writing10/01/2019

5 minutes with ... James D. Irwin

A quick catch-up with CW graduate James D. Irwin
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Creative Writing10/01/2019

5 minutes with ... Emma Griggs

A quick catch-up with CW graduate Emma Griggs
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Creative Writing08/01/2019

Dracula Murder Mystery Game - by Laura Durrant

Private Detective Abraham Van Helsing invites you to dinner...
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Creative Writing13/12/2018

Creative Writing Students write, record, and release a podcast of ghostly stories inside 24 hours

After a ghostly semester studying Gothic Literature, the University of Winchester's second year Creative Writing students gathered together on a cold, winter's morning to create their own stories...
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Creative Writing09/01/2019

Mind The Cakes - Creative Writing @ Winchester's official podcast

Catch up with past installments of Creative Writing's Podcast 'Mind The Cakes'.
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Creative Writing09/01/2019

Sleeper - by Summer Young

A poetry collection from the Year 3 module 'Poetry: Writing for Publication'
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Creative Writing08/01/2019

Line of Fire - by Georgia Bowen

A short story from the 3rd year module 'Advanced Fictional Writing'.
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Creative Writing08/01/2019

Creative and Professional Writing students work on award-winning Climate Change album

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Creative Writing08/01/2019

Evening Redness - by Jack Stacey

A short story from the 3rd year Historical Fiction module
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Creative Writing08/01/2019

Out of the Vortex

Creative Writing launches 2019 edition of Vortex live at Winchester Theatre Royal
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Creative Writing30/04/2018

Creative Writing Awards Evening

BA (Hons) Creative Writing and BA (Hons) Creative and Professional Writing third years came together to commemorate their time at university at a celebration evening with student readings and awards.
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Travelling20/12/2018

TRAVELLING BEFORE UNI: JADE’S TRIP TO INDIA

Student blogger, Jade, tells us all about her trip to India before starting her first year at uni.
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Course related11/04/2017

The five best things about studying creative writing

As her second year draws to a close Creative writing student, Andrea, ponders upon the five things she most enjoys about her course.
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Creative Writing13/12/2018

CW GRADUATE HITS ALL THE WRITE NOTES

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Creative Writing13/12/2018

HOW LONG COULD YOU GO WITHOUT CHECKING FACEBOOK, INSTAGRAM, OR TWITTER?

How would you find the experience? And how long would you last before the withdrawal symptoms kicked in?
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Creative Writing13/12/2018

SUN IN AQUARIUS: A STUDY IN OUTSIDERS - BY MAIA CRONIN

A poetry portfolio by Maia Cronin from the third year module 'Poetry: Writing for Publication'
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Stefan Kabarowski
Student life18/10/2018

Rising Star: Stefan Kabarowski

Stefan has been making music from an astonishingly young age, he remembers fondly making rap songs with his younger brother on Garage band, a style that he is trying to replicate in some of his work now. Check out his latest release Mannequin here.
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Hannah in rehearsal for Flower Cutters with MD Sam Cable and composer Josh Bird
Course related15/10/2018

Why are new musical theatre works so important to develop?

Musical Theatre student Hannah tells us about studying the New Musical Theatre Performance project...
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Course related15/10/2018

We’ve Done All of Our Growing Head to Toe; Becoming Just So

After three, intimate years of studying Musical Theatre at the University of Winchester, student Joe Best gives an introspective account on the development of Just So...
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Applying to uni21/08/2018

Five benefits to studying a Foundation Year

Just missed out on the grades or entry requirements to secure a place on your degree? Here's our five reasons why a Foundation Year might be a great option for you!
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Student life05/09/2018

A Fresher’s Guide to the Student Union

Tali Atvars, Winchester Student Union President (2017-19), tells us all about the University of Winchester's Student Union and how to get involved.
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UoWCountdown31/07/2018

The best of BOP: Our top anthems

Whether you’re a current student or alumni you’ll no doubt recognise these songs as the soundtrack to some of your best nights in Winchester. Has your favourite BOP song made it onto the list?
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Student life12/06/2018

10 questions students ask before coming to Winch

Do you have any questions about coming to the University of Winchester? Recent graduate, Chloe, answers some common queries about life on campus and moving to a new city.
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Why Winchester27/07/2018

The Winchester student bucket list

There's so much to do in Winchester and we can't wait for you to discover it all. Take a look at our Winchester student bucket list - how many will you tick off?
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UoWCountdown06/07/2018

Travelling before uni: Jade’s trip to India

With just 10 weeks to go, the countdown until Arrivals Weekend is on and it's time to start making the most of your summer holidays! Student blogger, Jade, tells us all about her trip to India before starting her first year at uni.
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Student commuter
Student life04/06/2018

Why commuting was the best decision for me

As a commuter, you get the best of both worlds - you get to enjoy a home life outside of the “University bubble" and you still get to maintain your “real” life. You also get all the perks of student life. Here's why recent graduate, Claire, thinks commuting was the best decision for her.
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Top tips12/06/2017

How to balance part-time work and your degree

Getting a job is part of the university experience for a lot of students. Whether you need some extra cash or you want to become more independent, here are some tips to help you balance work and study.
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Course related29/05/2018

The trip of a lifetime: David's time in South Africa

My name’s David and I’m a second-year BA (Hons) Film Production student. I’ve just come back from a trip of a lifetime to South Africa where I was capturing footage of six primary education students who were teaching in a South African primary school.
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Staff and students celebrating the Creative Writing awards evening
Course related25/04/2018

Creative Writing Awards Evening

BA (Hons) Creative Writing and BA (Hons) Creative and Professional Writing third years came together to commemorate their time at university at a celebration evening with student readings and awards.
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Top tips10/04/2018

Four apps to help beat procrastination

Do you procrastinate a lot while writing your assignments or revising for exams? Then this blog is for you! Stay organised, become more focused and beat procrastination with these five apps perfect for the exam season.
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Girl in the Library
Top tips31/03/2018

Study habits for success

With the academic year coming to a close it’s definitely a busy time for everyone. We've asked some of our students to share their tips to help your have a successful study session.
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The Britions - Rosie and Rory
Student life05/04/2018

Rising Stars: The Britons

BA (Hons) Media and Communications student, Rhian interviews a variety of up and coming singers and songwriters from here at the University of Winchester in our new feature, Rising Stars. This week she meets Rory and Rosie, also known as The Britons.
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Student studying
Course related27/03/2018

How to get ahead in your legal career

Did you know, if you want to be successful in the legal world, you need more than a high grade and an in-depth knowledge of law? I didn’t. Craig Sharpe, a marketing specialist from Darlington Solicitors LLP, attended the University of Winchester to talk to budding solicitors about the reasons why.
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Channel islands at sunset
Applying to uni18/03/2018

Why I chose to come to Winchester from the Channel Islands

We asked some of our students who have come to Winchester all the way from the Channel Islands why they chose to study here with us, how they found moving to a brand new city (and completely different landmass!) as well as what advice they'd give others thinking of starting a new chapter here in Hampshire.
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Course related21/02/2018

Dot.to.Dot tour with D@win dance

Choreography and Dance student, Jess, tells us all about the courses student lead D@win Dance company and what the class of 2017/18 are getting up to in preparation for the Dot.to.Dot tour.
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Students dancing in a studio
Course related24/01/2018

A week of workshops run by internationally-recognised dance companies

Choreography and Dance student, Orla, tells us all about returning to Winch after the Christmas holidays and how her course eased her back into uni life with a week packed full of motivational workshops.
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Students in Victorian costume
Course related19/12/2017

Instant stories: From paper to podcast in 24 hours

After a ghostly semester studying Gothic Literature, our second year Creative Writing students gathered together on a cold, winter's morning to create their own stories, and to take part in a brand new University initiative.
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students laughing
Student life17/11/2017

Five reasons to join the University of Winchester Music Centre

Music is integral to life at the university through the University of Winchester Music Centre. Here are Laura's top five reasons why you should join the University of Winchester Music Centre.
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Top tips30/01/2017

Five essential apps for student life

Do you struggle to budget? Do you procrastinate a lot while writing your assignments? Then this blog is for you! Save money, stay organised, and become more focused with these five apps perfect for life at uni.
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Student life30/03/2017

My year in five books

As semester two comes to a close, creative writing student, Andrea, shares the top 5 (non-academic!) books she's read so far this year.
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International12/06/2017

Three things you realise about yourself as an international student

You know what is exhilarating? Buying a one-way plane ticket and arriving in a new place where you are going to live and study for the next few years. Read Savannah's experience of moving to Winchester from the USA.
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Scrabble letters 'Travel the world'
Student life25/09/2017

How to travel the world while studying

There are so many opportunities to make your time as a student a worldwide adventure. So if you’re someone who struggles to stay put in one place, read on!
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Alumni30/06/2017

Wait, they went to Winchester?

As a graduate, you will forever be a member of the Winton Club, our alumni association with over 25,000 members across 91 countries. Here are some exciting names (such as Lauren Cohan!) that you'll be joining.
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Planning travel on a map
Student life03/05/2017

The best trips from Winchester

One of the most exciting things about starting university is exploring not only your new city, but having the opportunity to discover new towns and places nearby. Find out where our students recommend as the best day trips to take from Winchester.
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Top tips10/05/2017

10 top tips to make your CV great

Whether you’re trying to secure a graduate job or applying for part-time work over the summer, check out our Head of Careers, Liz Manning’s, top tips for writing a CV that will get you noticed.
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Evie Payne on Jayne Austin Bench
Postgraduate23/01/2017

Postgraduate life: My experience

Thinking about postgraduate study? Find out what inspired student blogger, Evie, to pursue a Masters degree at the University of Winchester.
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Student life08/08/2017

Maintaining long distance friendships at uni

University is a momentous change, especially if you move far away from home - but that doesn’t mean people have to be left behind! Read our tips on how to maintain your long distance friendships.
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Book with photo on top
Course related12/04/2017

A week in the life of a history student

Want to know what it's like to study History at Winchester? Student blogger, Gabrille tells us all about her final week and handing in the dreaded dissertation.
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Girls in town
Food and drink10/03/2017

The best coffee shops in Winchester

As you may know, Winchester has an incredible selection of independent coffee shops. Student blogger, Kate, reveals which ones you should try out next time you're in town!
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Student life22/02/2017

Why volunteering is the best thing to do this semester

Volunteering is a great way to get involved with the people and the city around you. Kate tells us all about her experience on the volunteering module and what its meant to her career.
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Cheerleading society
Societies15/06/2017

Society profile: Winchester spirits cheerleading

Thinking of taking up a new hobby, but don't quite know what to choose? Sam Hunt, Captain of the university Cheerleading Team tells us all about what it's like to be a Winchester Spirit.
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Alumni27/04/2017

Journalism alumni: Where are they now?

Thinking about a career in journalism? We've been in contact with some of our journalism alumni to find out what they've been up to since graduating at Winchester. Find out where their degree has taken them.
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Girl on the beach
Student life17/02/2017

Make the most of your time here

Whether you want to embrace the social side of university or focus on building your career (or both!), there are hundreds of ways to get everything you need from your time at Winchester. Read on to find out how!
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