University of Greenwich

The University of Greenwich is a public university located in London and Kent, United Kingdom. Its educational roots date back to 1890 when it was founded as Woolwich Polytechnic; later it became Thames Polytechnic before gaining full university status in 1992 under the name University of Greenwich. The university operates from three main campuses: Greenwich (on the banks of the Thames, within a historic baroque setting designed by Sir Christopher Wren), Avery Hill (south-east London) and Medway (Kent), providing a dynamic mix of heritage and modern teaching facilities. It offers an extensive portfolio of academic programmes across various disciplines including engineering and science, business, education, health, computing and humanities, with an emphasis on student employability and applied learning. The institution was awarded a Gold rating in the UK’s Teaching Excellence Framework in 2023, reflecting its commitment to outstanding student outcomes. Mission: To empower students without boundaries, offering inclusive opportunities so they can learn, do and achieve. Vision: To lead in delivering education and research that creates positive local and global impact.