The University is pleased to share with you the early-stage development proposals for the Winchester School of Art (WSA) campus – an important step forward in the University of BOB体育登录网址_欧宝体育官网平台-APP|下载’s long-term vision for growth, academic excellence, and community engagement.

Proposed view from North Walls

These proposals mark the beginning of a transformational journey for the Winchester campus, closely aligned with our Estate Master Plan and our commitment to providing exceptional environments for learning, research and collaboration.

Proposed new education building connecting to existing buildings

What’s happening?

BOB体育登录网址_欧宝体育官网平台-APP|下载 Winchester campus is set to evolve into a more connected, welcoming, and dynamic place to study, teach, and create. Early proposals include:

• A brand-new education building – purpose-built for innovation in teaching, learning, and creative collaboration.
• Beautiful new landscaped spaces – greener, more inviting, and designed with wellbeing in mind.
• Improved pedestrian access and connectivity – opening up the campus to the city and the community.
• Consolidated vehicle access and car parking – enhancing safety and improving the student and visitor experience.

These enhancements will create more flexible, sustainable environments and offer new opportunities for students and staff to thrive. It’s an exciting investment in WSA’s future – and in the future of creative education more widely.

Proposed landscape courtyard from Park Avenue leading to potential new building

A shared opportunity

We are committed to ensuring this is a collaborative process. We’ve already begun engagement with the School directly, and this afternoon we will be hosting a listening event with the Winchester community and local stakeholders. The feedback gathered will help shape the next phase of design and planning. The content will be available to view in Winchester School of Art Café from 14:00 to 18:30; if you wish to attend and provide your feedback you are of course welcome to do so.

If you are not able to attend, please do take a look at the project information via: www.southampton.ac.uk/winchester-exhibition

If you have any thoughts, ideas or questions please share them by emailing EstateDevelopment@soton.ac.uk.

Please send your feedback by 31 July 2025.