University of Roehampton

University of Roehampton

University of Roehampton

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Overview

The University of Roehampton is situated on a large parkland campus in south-west London. Originally established in 1905 as a teacher training college, it became an independent university in 2004. Each of these four colleges has remained, and every student joins one of these colleges after joining the University. Roehampton University has an 8,000-strong international student body from 110 countries.

It’s history makes teacher training a key strength, but it’s also highly regarded in other fields, including Dance, Biological Anthropology, Drama, and English Literature. As well as offering undergraduate and postgraduate courses in hospitality, Swiss Glion University has begun offering online courses in medical and business subjects as well.

Why the University of Roehampton?

University of Roehampton’s courses are designed to teach students industry-specific skills that employers value. The University’s Careers Support service provides helpful resources such as online skills courses, job directories, and mock job interviews, as well as career advice and one-to-one support.

The University of Roehampton is located in the heart of South West London within easy reach of central London. Every student at Roehampton is a member of one of the University’s four historic colleges – Digby Stuart, Froebel, Southlands, and Whitelands. The University of Roehampton has a reputation for undertaking world-class research across all its academic departments, and in the last Research Excellence Framework was ranked the most research-intensive modern university in the UK. The University of Roehampton is committed to providing education that enables students to prepare themselves for a successful and fulfilling career.

Services for International Students

Facilities and Campuses

Roehampton Universitys 54-acre campus includes historic buildings as well as cutting-edge teaching and learning facilities. Specialized facilities include a laboratory for food technology, a laboratory for sport and exercise physiology, and a library regarded as among the top university libraries in London. In addition, the campus is home to a variety of social spaces, bars, and catering outlets where you can enjoy music, food, and clubs on a regular basis.

Roehampton University’s 54-acre campus includes historic buildings as well as cutting-edge teaching and learning facilities. Specialized facilities include a laboratory for food technology, a laboratory for sport and exercise physiology, and a library regarded as among the top university libraries in London.  On campus, you will also find a variety of social spaces, bars, and catering outlets that host various music, food, and club events throughout the year.

Rankings

  • 801-100th in THE (Times Higher Education) – University Ranking.
  • 79th The Complete University Guide – University Ranking (UK).
  • 96th The Guardian – University Rankings.
  • 1577th US News & World Report – Global Universities.

As per REF2021, 77% of Roehampton’s research was deemed “world-leading” or “internationally excellent”, an increase of 11% from 2014. Overall, the University has been ranked 51 in the country for quality of research, an increase of nine places from REF2014. Overall, it is also the best modern university in London for research.

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The University of Roehampton offers on-campus accommodation to all first-year international students. On campus, 1,500 rooms are available across four colleges, all of which are singles with en-suite bathrooms. Rooms are self-catered and are available in single occupancy. Those who prefer a more peaceful environment should consider postgraduate and mature student accommodation, which is available for those in their second or third year of study. Students in Roehampton or closer to central London who want to live in private accommodation can also seek assistance from the university.

At Roehampton, students have the chance to develop their skills and find new interests alongside their studies. There are over 50 societies to join, a wide variety of sports teams and the university has an active musical scene. The University of Roehampton’s Students’ Union serves to help the student population make the most out of their university experience by facilitating events, trips, and activities, providing support and advice, and liaising with the University and organizations in the local area about issues that affect students. Roehampton Students also benefit from being part of a close-knit college community that provides plenty of opportunities to make new friends including balls, events, and formal dinners.

In addition to a career fair and practical workshops throughout the year, ALL students are enrolled in CareerLink, an online careers resource, which provides access to volunteer and job directories, online skills courses, and mock job interviews. CareerLink also runs regular events throughout the year, including a careers fair and mock job interviews.

Paid internships are available both locally and across London, through the Roehampton Internship Scheme, through URJobs, the campus recruitment agency.

With a wide range of tools and resources, Roehampton provides graduates with the opportunity to enhance their CV and employability credentials as they transition into the real world after university.

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Campus & Location

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Location

Address: Roehampton Ln, London SW15 5PJ, United Kingdom

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Discipline

Entry Requirement

COURSEENTRY REQUIREMENTSENGLISH REQUIREMENTS

BSc (Hons) Computing Technologies (Extended Degree)

 

64 UCAS points, or equivalent.

GCSE Maths at grade D/3 or above, or equivalent. This can be exempted by successfully passing the QA Higher Education Maths test (score 6 out of 15).

GCSE English at grade C/4 or equivalent. Applicants can sit the QA Higher Education English test, where 55% is required.
BSc (Hons) Digital Business Management (Extended Degree)48 UCAS points, or equivalentGCSE English at grade C/4 or equivalent. Applicants can sit the QA Higher Education English test, where 55% is required.
BSc (Hons) Digital Business Management (Extended Degree)

96 UCAS points, or equivalent.

GCSE Maths at grade C/4 or above, or equivalent. This can be exempted by successfully passing the QA Higher Education Maths test (score 8 out of 15).

GCSE English at grade C/4 or equivalent. Applicants can sit the QA Higher Education English test, where 60% is required.
MSc Global Business Management

2:2 Honours Degree from a recognized university, or equivalent

(Non-graduates with appropriate professional qualifications will be considered on an individual basis)IELTS 6.5 overall with no less than 5.5 in any band, or equivalent

 
MSc Management and Digital Transformation

2:2 Honours Degree from a recognized university, or equivalent.

Non-graduates with appropriate professional qualifications will be considered on an individual basis.

IELTS 6.5 overall with no less than 5.5 in any band, or equivalent.

 

Tuition Fees

Domestic Students: 9,250 GBP/Year

International Students: 15,000 GBP/Year

UK/EU student fees per year: GBP 9,250

International fees per year: these vary depending on the course. Prospective applicants can visit the University of Roehampton for more details.

Domestic students are able to apply for a tuition fee loan to cover the cost of the annual fees. This is only repayable when students reach a minimum salary threshold. Students can find more details on the university or the government’s student finance website.

Students who choose to pay their fees themselves will be able to make arrangements with the university to pay in installments throughout the year if they would prefer to spread the cost, rather than paying the full amount up front. Any students who struggle to pay their tuition fees can seek support from the university for advice on budgeting and potential scholarship eligibility.

Scholarship

BA Primary Education Male Student Scholarship:

GBP 1,000 is awarded each year to male students who are studying Primary Education in an initiative to encourage more men to enter teaching careers.

Scholarship for Sporting Excellence:

GBP 500 – GBP 1,500 is given to students with outstanding sporting talents, which in turn helps to raise the profile of the university.

Roehampton Women in Esports Scholarship:

Up to four scholarships are available to first-year students starting in September, each worth up to GBP 1,500 a year. The programme aims to improve diversity and inclusivity in the esports industry and to inspire the next generation of female esports professionals.

(UK students only)

Up to GBP 3,000 is awarded to undergraduate, first-degree students who perform strongly in A-levels, the International Baccalaureate, and a number of equivalent qualifications.

International Excellence Scholarship:

The university offers a range of generous scholarships worth up to £4,000 per year, as a tuition fee discount, to high achieving undergraduate (Bachelor’s) international students. See the university website for more information.

What You Like To Study

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Courses

Arts:

  • Computer Science with Foundation Year
  • Computing Web Development with Foundation Year
  • Cyber Security with Foundation Year
  • Digital Media with Foundation Year
  • Journalism with Foundation Year
  • Media and Communications with Foundation Year
  • Software Engineering with Foundation Year

Business and Law:

  • Business Management with Foundation Year
  • Business Management and Economics with Foundation Year
  • Business Management and Entrepreneurship with Foundation Year
  • Business Management and Finance with Foundation Year
  • Business Management and Marketing with Foundation Year
  • Human Resource Management with Foundation Year
  • International Business with Foundation Year
  • LLB (Hons) Law with Foundation Year
  • Marketing with Foundation Year

Education:

  • Early Childhood Studies with Foundation Year
  • Sport Coaching with Foundation Year
  • Humanities and Social Sciences:
  • English Literature with Foundation Year
  • History with Foundation Year
  • History and Politics with Foundation Year
  • Philosophy, Religion and Ethics with Foundation Year
  • Sociology with Foundation Year

Life and Health Sciences:

  • Biological Sciences with Foundation Year
  • Nutrition and Health with Foundation Year
  • Sport and Exercise Sciences with Foundation Year
  • Zoology with Foundation Year

Psychology:

  • Psychology with Foundation Year
  • Accounting
  • Accounting Studies (Top-up)
  • Adult and Mental Health Nursing
  • Adult Nursing
  • Biblical Studies and Theology
  • Biological Sciences
  • Biomedical Science
  • Business Management
  • Business Management (Blended)
  • Business Management (Top-up)
  • Business Management and Economics
  • Business Management and Economics (Top-up)
  • Business Management and Entrepreneurship
  • Business Management and Entrepreneurship (Top-up)
  • Business Management and Finance
  • Business Management and Finance (Top-up)
  • Business Management and Marketing
  • Business Management and Marketing (Top-up)
  • Children’s Nursing
  • Computer Science
  • Computer Science (Top-up)
  • Computing Web Development
  • Criminology and Criminal Justice
  • Criminology and Policing
  • Cyber Security
  • Dance (BA)
  • Dance (BFA)
  • Digital Design
  • Digital Media
  • Diverse Dance Styles (IRIE!)
  • Early Childhood Studies
  • Economics
  • Education Practice
  • English Literature
  • History
  • History and Politics
  • Human Resource Management
  • Human Resource Management (Top-up)
  • Improving Outcomes in Special and Inclusive Education
  • International Business
  • International Business (Top-up)
  • International Business and Finance (Top-up)
  • Journalism
  • Liberal Arts
  • LLB (Hons) Law
  • LLB (Hons) Law and Criminal Justice
  • Marketing
  • Marketing (Top-up)
  • Media and Communications
  • Mental Health Nursing
  • Nursing (Adult)
  • Nutrition and Health
  • Philosophy, Religion and Ethics
  • Politics
  • Politics, Philosophy and Economics
  • Primary Education (QTS)
  • Psychology
  • Psychology and Counselling
  • Psychology and Criminal Justice
  • Psychology and Education Practice
  • Sociology
  • Software Engineering
  • Sport and Exercise Sciences
  • Sport Coaching
  • Sports Management
  • Supporting Successful Learning
  • Theology, Mission and Practice (FdA/BTh)
  • Therapeutic Psychology
  • Zoology
  • Applied Cognitive Neuroscience
  • Art Psychotherapy
  • Attachment Theory, Research, and Practice
  • Audiovisual Translation
  • Banking Finance and Risk Management
  • Cell Biomedicine (MRes)
  • Children’s Literature (Distance Learning)
  • Choreography (MFA)
  • Choreography and Performance (MRes)
  • Choreomundus: International Master in Dance Knowledge, Practice and Heritage
  • Clinical Neuroscience
  • Clinical Nutrition
  • Coaching and Mentoring in Education
  • Computing
  • Counselling Psychology (HCPC approved and BPS accredited)
  • Creative Writing
  • Creative Writing (specialist pathway)
  • Criminology and Criminal Justice
  • Cultural Heritage
  • Dance Anthropology
  • Dance Movement Psychotherapy
  • Dance Philosophy and History
  • Dance Politics and Sociology
  • Dance Practice and Performance
  • Dance and Embodied Practice (MFA)
  • Data Science
  • Digital Marketing
  • Dramatherapy
  • Early Childhood Studies
  • Ecology, Evolution and Behaviour
  • Education Leadership and Management
  • Education
  • Erasmus Mundus Human Rights Policy and Practice
  • Environmental Humanities
  • Forensic Psychology
  • Global Business Management
  • Global Financial Management
  • Global Human Resources Management
  • Global Logistics and Supply Chain Management
  • Global Marketing
  • Human Rights and International Relations
  • IAPT High Intensity Psychotherapeutic Counselling in Dynamic Interpersonal Therapy
  • Integrative Counselling and Psychotherapy
  • Integrative Counselling and Psychotherapy for Children, Adolescents, and Families
  • Intercultural Communication in the Creative Industries
  • International Relations
  • Journalism
  • LLM Employment Law & Human Resource Management
  • LLM Human Rights and Legal Practice
  • LLM International Commercial Law and Legal Practice
  • MBA
  • MBA (Top-up)
  • MBA with placement year
  • Media and Communications
  • Music and Children with Special Needs:Sounds of Intent
  • Music Therapy
  • National Award for SEN Coordinators
  • Nutrition and Metabolic Disorders (MRes)
  • Occupational and Business Psychology
  • Personal and Professional Development (recent Roehampton graduates only)
  • PGCE Primary
  • PGCE Secondary
  • Play Therapy
  • Practical Theology (DTh)
  • Primate Biology, Behaviour and Conservation
  • Project Management
  • Psychology (Conversion)
  • Psychology (Conversion) Distance Learning
  • Psychology of Forensic and Criminal Behaviour
  • School Direct – Primary and Secondary
  • Screenwriting
  • SEND and Inclusive Education
  • Specialised Translation
  • Strategic Business and Entrepreneurship
  • Sustainable Economics
  • Theology and Religious Studies
  • Web Development
  • Arts and Creative Exchange.
  • Integrated Research in Life and Health Sciences.
  • Learning, Teaching and Human Development.
  • Literature and Inclusion.
  • Psychological Wellbeing.
  • Sustainability and Responsible Management.