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UK's First 'Super-University' Set to Launch in 2026

2/4/2026

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The University of Greenwich and the University of Kent will merge to form the United Kingdom's first 'super-university,' expected to be the third-largest higher education institution.
The merged entity will operate under the name London and South East University Group and begin on August 1, 2026, with Professor Jane Harrington as vice-chancellor.
The merger aims to address financial challenges and strengthen teaching and research while the universities retain their identities.

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The University of Greenwich and the University of Kent will merge to form the United Kingdom's first 'super-university,' expected to be the third-largest higher education institution.
The merged entity will operate under the name London and South East University Group and begin on August 1, 2026, with Professor Jane Harrington as vice-chancellor.
The merger aims to address financial challenges and strengthen teaching and research while the universities retain their identities.