University of Greenwich

About the University

The University of Greenwich traces its history back to 1890, when Woolwich Polytechnic was founded. It was later known as Thames Polytechnic before gaining full university status in 1992.

Location

The university’s main campus occupies the Old Royal Naval College in Greenwich, a historic riverside site in South East London, alongside its Avery Hill campus nearby. Greenwich also runs a shared campus in Medway, Kent, giving the university a presence outside London as well as within it.

What Students Can Study

Greenwich offers a broad subject range, including architecture, business, computing, engineering, education, the humanities, maritime studies, natural sciences, pharmacy, and social sciences. Specific course content, structure, and entry requirements vary by department and should be checked directly with the university.

Why Students Consider This University

Students often consider Greenwich for its distinctive historic setting — teaching on the grounds of the Old Royal Naval College, a well-known London landmark — combined with a broad range of subjects across a large student body. Its riverside Greenwich location offers a different feel from central London’s busier university districts, while still being well connected into the city.

Studying in London

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More Universities in London

London is also home to 23 other universities StudyUKToday covers:

• Birkbeck, University of London
• Brunel University London
• City St George's, University of London
• Goldsmiths, University of London
• Imperial College London
• King's College London
• Kingston University
• London Metropolitan University
• London School of Economics and Political Science
• London South Bank University
• Middlesex University
• Northeastern University London
• Queen Mary University of London
• Ravensbourne University London
• Royal Holloway, University of London
• St Mary's University, Twickenham
• University College London
• University of East London
• University of Law
• University of Roehampton
• University of the Arts London
• University of West London
• University of Westminster

Applying to University of Greenwich

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Important Information

Course availability, entry requirements, tuition fees, application deadlines, and other admissions requirements can change and vary by course. Always confirm current details directly with University of Greenwich or with our team before relying on them.