UK's first 'super-university' to be created as two merge from 2026
Summary
The universities of Kent and Greenwich in the UK will merge in 2026 to form the country's first "super-university," named London and South East University Group. This merger aims to strengthen their financial stability and maintain their current campuses and identities.Key Facts
- The universities of Kent and Greenwich will merge in 2026.
- The new institution will be called London and South East University Group.
- Prof Jane Harrington will be the vice-chancellor of the merged university.
- The merger is meant to create a financially strong institution in response to economic challenges.
- Students will see no changes to current applications or degree programs.
- No immediate job losses are planned, although both universities have made recent staff cuts.
- The merger is being watched as an innovative move in UK higher education.
- The combined university will operate across existing campuses in Medway, Canterbury, London, and Avery Hill.
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