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The University of Chester is one of the longest-established higher education institutions in the UK, with over 180+ years of educational heritage to its name. The university now offers over 200 single and combined honours programmes at undergraduate and postgraduate level.

It is a safe and inclusive environment for international students and was ranked the 1st for international study in the WhatUni? Student Choice Awards.
 

STUDY AT the University of Chester

Over the years, the University of Chester has built a vibrant, diverse, and supportive student community, with 14,000 students from over 100+ countries worldwide.  

The university’s high standards are continuously recognised by professional bodies such as the Times Higher Education Awards and the Guardian University Guide. These national recognitions are testament to the universities’ dedication to providing its international cohort with life-changing learning and cultural experiences during their time at Chester & beyond.

Additionally, Chester Business School was recently crowned Business School of the Year in the Times Higher Education (THE) Awards after supporting more than 900 projects for students.
 

LIFE in chester

Located in the North West of England, the historic city of Chester welcomes over eight million tourists every year.  

Chester is also well-connected to the rest of the UK, being less than an hour from Manchester and Liverpool, and a two-hour direct train journey to London.

While it is undoubtedly beautiful and packed with history, Chester is also a bustling 21st-century city. Known for its friendly locals and vibrant community spirit, the city offers modern standards of living with a rich history and culture.

Additionally, the city of Chester was recently named the UK’s 'Most Welcoming City' in the Booking.com 2025 Traveller Review Awards!
 

UNIVERSITY Campuses

The University of Chester currently boasts four city-centre campuses in Chester, with an additional site nearby in Warrington.

Chester Sites

  • Exton Park: Exton Park is home to a number of the academic schools, as well as a range of facilities, and learning and teaching spaces. This includes the Chester Students’ Union (CSU) and CSU bar, as well as a wide range of indoor and outdoor leisure and fitness facilities, the recently refurbished Seaborne Library, and much more. It is also home to a variety of catering outlets and university accommodation.
  • Queen’s Park: Queen’s Park is home to the award-winning Chester Business School, alongside a specialised business library, group and private study spaces, and cutting-edge computer suites.
  • Kingsway: The modern Kingsway campus, also known as the ‘Creative Campus’, offers a variety of workshops, rehearsal spaces, and bespoke studios for rehearsal and performance. All of these provide excellent equipment, a range of cutting-edge creative technologies, and study spots.
  • Wheeler: The Wheeler Building hosts a wide range of facilities for students of various disciplines, ranging from cutting-edge simulation suites to science labs, art spaces and state-of-the-art virtual reality technology. All in addition to a wealth of computer and multimedia rooms, study spaces and the Wheeler campus library, with its extensive collection of resources.

Warrington

The University Centre Warrington provides students with excellent access to its facilities in a convenient town-centre location. Students can make use of a range of quality study and learning spaces, as well as being a short way from the city’s services, transport connections, and shops.
 

STUDENT SUPPORT

The University of Chester ranks 1st place in the UK for student support (WhatUni Student Choice Awards, 2024) and its dedicated student services team is on hand to offer a wealth of information and advice.  

The team offers support with any personal and academic concerns the students may have, such as mental health and wellbeing, disability and inclusion, financial advice, and much more.

All international students are also provided with an induction programme from the international student experience team. This pack contains pre-arrival information, a welcome week timetable including welcome events, and specific guidance for settling in the UK, such as setting up a bank account, organising visas, registering with a doctor, and more.

The Chester Students Union also offers a free advice service that is committed to providing all students with impartial advice and guidance should they need it. The advisors can advise and support you through a number of the University’s academic processes such as Academic Appeals, Academic Conduct, Exceptional Circumstances, and Professional Suitability.  
 

EMPLOYABILITY AND CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

An impressive 91.5 % of the University of Chester’s full-time students are found to be in employment or progress in to further study soon after graduation.

Courses at the University of Chester place an emphasis on practical learning and enhance students’ employment prospects through industry placements and overseas opportunities, which can range in duration from five weeks to one year.  

The majority of the university’s undergraduate degrees have been designed to incorporate a work-based learning module in their second year. This usually takes place in the form of a five-week placement at a professional workplace and may occur in the UK or abroad.  

Furthermore, the university also offers a two-year Master’s with a professional placement or project option, which gives students the chance to get the stand-out experience that future employers are looking for.

The University of Chester also offers extensive careers support through its Careers and Employability service.  

  • Students benefit from a full range of services, including:
  • One-to-one career planning sessions
  • Help with CV writing
  • Assistance with job applications  
  • Interview practice
  • Careers workshops  
  • Employer masterclasses, delivered by employers 

All Graduates can access the careers and employability services for up to two years after graduation. They can also access the CareersHub, a platform designed to assist students in their search for employment and find competitive roles in their chosen field. 
 

Why STUDY AT THE UNIVERSITY OF chester

  • 200+ Bachelor’s and Master’s Courses
  • International and Merit-Based Scholarships
  • Around 14,000 students from 100+ countries
  • 1st place for International Students, Postgraduate and Student Support (WhatUni Student Choice Awards)
  • Business School of the Year (Times Higher Education Awards)
  • 100+ sports and societies
  • Ranked the UK’s ‘Most Welcoming City’

If you would like to find out more about studying at the University of Chester, please contact our Across the Pond Advisors today.

 

Student population: Approx. 14,000

City population: Approx. 367,000

Location: Chester, United Kingdom

Closest airports: Liverpool and Manchester (approx. 1 hour)

Date of establishment: 1839

Fun Facts  

  • Chester has the only Roman rock-cut shrine in the UK.
  • The most visited wildlife attraction in Britain is based in Chester (Chester Zoo).
  • Chester has the most complete ancient city walls at nearly two miles long!
  • Chester is home to the oldest sporting venue in Britain – The Chester Racecourse.
  • There are many celebrities from Chester including James Bond’s Daniel Craig, comedian and game show host Bob Mills, Crystal Palace player Andy Dorman and many more.
  • Chester is consistently voted the most beautiful city in the world, beating cities such as Venice. 

Notable alumni

  • Duffy
  • Sir Dave Brailsford
  • Sir Walter Winterbottom
  • Helen Jones MP
 

UNIVERSITY SCHOLARSHIPS

The university offers scholarships to which all international students can apply. Contact your advisor for more information. If you do not yet have a personal student advisor, please get in touch with an Across the Pond Advisor or use the form on this page to request one.

 

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