STEM Building, Chichester College

This four-storey learning hub will provide Chichester College with state of art Science, Technology, Engineering and Maths (STEM) facilities and a dedicated Higher Education (HE) space.

This multi-million-pound project brings space for modern technologies to the forefront of the teaching and learning at Chichester College.

Procured through the SCAPE 5 framework, this project is part of a major departmental improvement plan. Following earlier demolition works of the previous single storey building, we are now providing full construction of the new four-storey learning hub.

The new building will provide learning space for a range of subjects, providing modern and interactive teaching spaces. Modern automotive workshops, engineering and computing and modern science laboratories all provide state of the art learning interspersed with study and communal spaces.

Sustainability is key to the building, utilising technology that reduces carbon emissions and generates sustainable energy.

Richard Poulter, managing director of our central south office:

“As the construction partner for this state-of-the-art learning hub, we're proud to play a key role in delivering a facility that will significantly enhance STEM and Higher Education opportunities at Chichester College. This project is not only about creating modern and interactive spaces for learning but also about ensuring that sustainability is at the core of the build. By using carbon-reducing technologies and sustainable energy solutions, we are aligning with the future-focused vision of the college.

This is a prime example of how construction can support educational excellence and community growth."

Chichester College Group merged with Greater Brighton Metropolitan College on 1 August 2021, which is another college we have previously delivered successful projects for, including the recently completed over cladding project, aimed at increasing energy efficiency.

This project also increases Willmott Dixon’s presence in Chichester, in particular extending our profile within Chichester’s educational sector, which includes building the academic and music building for University of Chichester in 2016.