The University of Winchester is a public university based in Winchester, Hampshire, England. The university has its origins in the Winchester Diocesan Training School, which was founded in 1840. It became a university in 2005. The university is known for its strong sense of community and its commitment to providing a supportive and personal learning experience. It has a particular strength in teacher education, the arts and humanities, and the social sciences. The university is located in the historic city of Winchester.