University of Greenwich

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University of Greenwich
the University of Greenwich logo
Motto "To learn, to do, to achieve."
Established 1992 - University of Greenwich
1970 - Thames Polytechnic
1890 - Woolwich Polytechnic
Chancellor Lord Hart of Chilton[1]
Vice-Chancellor Prof David Maguire
Students 24,915[2]
Undergraduates 17,990[2]
Postgraduates 6,925[2]
Location Greenwich Campus, London, Avery Hill Campus, London, Medway Campus, Kent
51°29′06″N 0°00′14″W / 51.485111°N 0.003905°W / 51.485111; -0.003905Coordinates: 51°29′06″N 0°00′14″W / 51.485111°N 0.003905°W / 51.485111; -0.003905
Website http://www.gre.ac.uk

The University of Greenwich is a British university located in the Royal Borough of Greenwich, London, England. The main campus is located on the grounds of the Old Royal Naval College, a central location within the Maritime Greenwich UNESCO World Heritage Site.

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[edit] History

The Old Royal Naval College with Queen's House (behind the statue) and the Royal Observatory.

The history of the University dates back to 1890, when Woolwich Polytechnic was founded as the second-oldest[3] Polytechnic of the United Kingdom. In 1970, Woolwich Polytechnic merged with various other higher education institutions to form Thames Polytechnic. In the following years, Dartford College (1976), Avery Hill College (1985), Garnett College (1987) and parts of Goldsmiths College and the City of London College (1988) were incorporated, extending considerably the range of subjects taught.

In 1992, the century-old Thames Polytechnic was granted university status by the Major government (together with various other polytechnics) and renamed University of Greenwich. Traditionally, the institution has focused on engineering, mathematics, computing and natural science. In recent decades, its Business School has become a particular strength.[citation needed]

Since the 19th century, the University has expanded from a technical institution to teach a range of subjects across engineering, natural sciences, social sciences, humanities and business. Its research focus is applied science with strong links to the scientific community.[citation needed]

From 2004 - 2011, operations of the University were overseen by Vice Chancellor Tessa Blackstone. Blackstone, a Labour life peer, who was previously Master of Birkbeck College. She served as Minister for Education (1997–2001) and Minister for Arts (2001–2003) of the United Kingdom under the Labour government. She took her Ph.D at the London School of Economics before becoming the Professor of Educational Administration at University of London Institute of Education. Under her leadership, several world-class professors had been recruited by the University of Greenwich. As of October 1 2011 the position of Vice Chancellor is held by Professor David Maguire, who was formally responsible for research and enterprise at University of Birmingham, and holds a doctorate in Geographical Information Systems obtained from the University of Bristol.

Among its prominent alumni are Nobel Laureate Charles Kao, former British Minister for Transport Richard Marsh, former British Minister of State Gareth Thomas, and business leader George Rose, among numerous others.

The University of Greenwich is ranked 99 out of 119 institutions [4] according to the Guardian University Guide 2012 University League Table.

The Complete University Guide rank Greenwich 109 out of 116 in their University League Table 2012 [5].

[edit] Teaching and research

University of Greenwich from Isle of Dogs

The University won the Queen's Anniversary Prizes for Higher and Further Education in 2008. It also has links with further education colleges in the Thames Gateway area, including Bexley College and North West Kent College, and plays a regional role in training teachers, nurses and social care professionals. In addition, since taking over the UKs only specialist lecturer training college (Garnett College) it has become a major centre for training further education lecturers. It also includes Greenwich Maritime Institute, a freestanding department in the university with links in the maritime business community, teaching maritime policy and management and maritime history. the

The University established the Medway School of Pharmacy jointly with the University of Kent.

In March 2005 it was announced that Greenwich would be one of three British universities charging less than the £3000-per-year limit to be introduced from academic year 2006. After consultation with students, Greenwich will charge £2,500 for its undergraduate courses. Vice-chancellor Baroness Blackstone said this was "a reflection of our wish to attract students from a wide range of backgrounds".[6]

Greenwich also houses research and consultancy in architecture, landscape architecture, employment relations, fire safety, natural resources, social network analysis, education, training, educational leadership and public services. The University of Greenwich has established research partnerships with the European Space Agency and the large pharmaceutical companies[citation needed]. Support comes as well from the Indian government and Saudi Arabia's Ministry of Education[citation needed].

The University of Greenwich has recently established the Institute of Converging Arts and Sciences, directed by Professor Sue Golding, to examine the development of digital technology, its aesthetics and philosophy. The inaugural conference of the Institute in October 2009 included a public lecture by Dame Wendy Hall. Another research center is the Natural Resources Institute in Medway, Kent.

[edit] Bird College

Bird College is a specialist dance and performing arts college based in Sidcup in the London Borough of Bexley in Southeast London. The University of Greenwich validates its degrees. Graduate destinations include West End and Broadway theatre, dance companies, music, film and television. The college's founder Doreen Bird, was awarded an honorary MA by the University in 1999 and Tony Clayton, a former Dean of the University, currently serves as Chairman of the college's Board of Directors.

  • Foundation Degree in Creative Industries: Acting
  • BA (Hons): Dance & Theatre Performance
  • MA by Research: Dance and Musical Theatre

[edit] ALRA

The Academy of Live and Recorded Arts is a specialist drama college based in Wandsworth, London. Graduate destinations include West End theatre, film and television[citation needed].

  • BA (Hons): Acting
  • MA: Professional Acting
  • Foundation Degree: Stage Management & Technical Theatre

[edit] Other

[edit] Notable alumni

Amongst the alumni of the University of Greenwich (or other institutions that now fall under that banner) are:

Fortune-West, Reynolds and Bedingfield left their courses prior to graduation.

[edit] References

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  2. ^ a b c "Table 0a - All students by institution, mode of study, level of study, gender and domicile 2006/07" (Microsoft Excel spreadsheet). Higher Education Statistics Agency. http://www.hesa.ac.uk/dox/dataTables/studentsAndQualifiers/download/institution0607.xls. Retrieved 2008-04-09. 
  3. ^ http://www.gre.ac.uk/about
  4. ^ "University league table". The Guardian (London). 2011-05-17. http://www.guardian.co.uk/education/table/2011/may/17/university-league-table-2012. 
  5. ^ http://www.thecompleteuniversityguide.co.uk/league-tables/rankings
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