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Royal Holloway, University of London
Central London Campus, London United Kingdom

Royal Holloway, University of London

Royal Holloway, University of London Overview

Royal Holloway, University of London is a prestigious institution known for its strong academic reputation and world-class faculty.

Key Features:

- Diverse and highly qualified faculty members who are experts in their respective fields.

- Focus on key disciplines such as Business Management, Economics, Computer Science, and Psychology.

- Outstanding research output with a number of groundbreaking discoveries in various fields.

Popular Programs:

- Business Management: Offers a comprehensive curriculum with an emphasis on real-world applications.

- Economics: Known for producing graduates with strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

- Computer Science: Provides hands-on training in cutting-edge technologies and programming languages.

- Psychology: Renowned for its innovative research projects and hands-on practical experiences.

Strengths and Specializations:

- Royal Holloway, University of London excels in nurturing talent and fostering critical thinking skills among students.

- The university has a strong reputation in the industry, with many graduates securing high-profile positions in top companies.

Programmes

Bachelor(222) / UG(222)

Arts and Humanities(59)

  • Ancient History
  • Ancient History with Philosophy
  • Ancient and Medieval History
  • BA Classical Studies (with Integrated Foundation Year)
  • BA Comparative Literature and Culture (with Integrated Foundation Year)
  • BA Drama and Theatre Studies (with Integrated Foundation Year)
  • Classical Archaeology and Ancient History
  • Classical Studies
  • Classical Studies and Drama
  • Classical Studies with Philosophy
  • Classics
  • Comparative Literature and Culture
  • Comparative Literature and Culture and Drama
  • Comparative Literature and Culture and English
  • Comparative Literature and Cultures with History of Art and Visual Culture
  • Drama and Creative Writing
  • Drama and Philosophy
  • Drama and Theatre Studies
  • Drama with Acting
  • Drama with Film
  • Drama with Philosophy
  • English
  • English and American Literature
  • English and Classical Studies
  • English and Creative Writing
  • English and Drama
  • English and Film Studies
  • English and History
  • English with Integrated Foundation Year
  • English with Philosophy
  • History
  • History and International Relations
  • History and Music
  • History and Philosophy
  • History and Politics and International Relations
  • History with Integrated Foundation Year
  • Liberal Arts
  • Liberal Arts with Integrated Foundation Year
  • Liberal Arts with a Language Year Abroad
  • Liberal Arts with an International Year
  • Modern Languages
  • Modern Languages and Comparative Literature and Culture
  • Modern Languages and Drama
  • Modern Languages and English
  • Modern Languages and History
  • Modern Languages and History of Art and Visual Cultures
  • Modern Languages and Music
  • Modern Languages with International Relations
  • Music
  • Music and English
  • Music and Sound Design for Film, Television and Interactive Media with Integrated Foundation Year
  • Music and Sound Design for Film, Television, and Interactive Media
  • Music and Theatre
  • Music with Integrated Foundation Year
  • Music with Philosophy
  • Music with Political Studies
  • Music with Spanish
  • Philosophy
  • Philosophy with Integrated Foundation Year

Business and Management(35)

  • Accounting and Finance
  • Accounting and Finance with a Year in Business
  • BSc (Econ) Economics
  • BSc (Econ) Economics with Political Studies
  • BSc (Econ) Financial and Business Economics
  • Business and Management
  • Business and Management (Year in Business)
  • Economics
  • Economics and Data Science
  • Economics and Data Science with a Year in Business
  • Economics and Management
  • Economics and Management with a Year in Business
  • Economics and Mathematics
  • Economics with Political Studies with a Year in Business
  • Economics with a Year in Business
  • Economics, Politics and International Relations
  • Economics, Politics and International Relations with a Year in Business
  • Finance
  • Finance and Mathematics
  • Finance and Mathematics with a Year in Business
  • Financial and Business Economics with a Year in Business
  • Management with Accounting
  • Management with Accounting (Year in Business)
  • Management with Digital Innovation
  • Management with Digital Innovation (Year in Business)
  • Management with Digital Innovation and Analytics
  • Management with Digital Innovation and Analytics (Year in Business)
  • Management with Entrepreneurship
  • Management with Entrepreneurship (Year in Business)
  • Management with Human Resources
  • Management with Human Resources (Year in Business)
  • Management with International Business
  • Management with International Business (Year in Business)
  • Management with Marketing
  • Management with Marketing (Year in Business)

Engineering and Technology(28)

  • BEng Computer Systems Engineering with Integrated Foundation Year
  • BSc Computer Science (with Integrated Foundation Year)
  • Computer Science
  • Computer Science (Artificial Intelligence)
  • Computer Science (Artificial Intelligence)
  • Computer Science (Artificial Intelligence) with a Year-in-Industry
  • Computer Science (Information Security)
  • Computer Science (Information Security) with a Year-in-Industry
  • Computer Science (Software Engineering)
  • Computer Science (Software Engineering) with a Year-in-Industry
  • Computer Science and Mathematics
  • Computer Science with a Year-in-Industry
  • Computer Systems Engineering
  • Computer Systems Engineering
  • Computer Systems Engineering with a Year in Industry
  • Computer Systems Engineering with a Year in Industry
  • Electronic Engineering
  • Electronic Engineering with Integrated Foundation Year
  • Electronic Engineering with a Year in Industry
  • MEng Electronic Engineering
  • MEng Electronic Engineering with a Year in Industry
  • MSci Computer Science
  • MSci Computer Science (Artificial Intelligence) with a Year-in-Industry
  • MSci Computer Science (Information Security)
  • MSci Computer Science (Information Security) with Year-in-Industry
  • MSci Computer Science (Software Engineering)
  • MSci Computer Science (Software Engineering) with a Year-in-Industry
  • MSci Computer Science with a Year-in-Industry

Life Sciences and Medicine(25)

  • Biochemistry
  • Biochemistry with a Year in Industry
  • Biology
  • Biology with Integrated Foundation Year
  • Biology with a Year in Industry
  • Biomedical Sciences
  • Biomedical Sciences with Integrated Foundation Year
  • Biomedical Sciences with a Year in Industry
  • Ecology & Conservation with a Year in Industry
  • Ecology and Conservation
  • Genetics
  • Genetics with a Year in Industry
  • Health Sciences
  • Health Sciences with Integrated Foundation Year
  • Health and Social Care
  • Health and Social Care with Integrated Foundation Year
  • Medical Biochemistry
  • Medical Biochemistry with a Year in Industry
  • Psychology
  • Psychology, Clinical and Cognitive Neuroscience
  • Psychology, Clinical and Mental Health Psychology
  • Psychology, Lifespan and Developmental Psychology
  • Psychology, Social and Applied Psychology
  • Zoology
  • Zoology with a Year in Industry

Natural Sciences(38)

  • Astrophysics
  • Astrophysics
  • BSc Geology with Integrated Foundation Year
  • Earth, Climate and Environmental Change
  • Earth, Climate and Environmental Change
  • Environmental Geology
  • Environmental Geology with a Year in Industry
  • Geography
  • Geography
  • Geography, Culture and Identity
  • Geography, Environment and Climate
  • Geography, Geopolitics and Global Affairs
  • Geology
  • Geology with a Year in Industry
  • Geoscience
  • Geoscience with a Year in Industry
  • Geosciences and Sustainable Energy
  • Human Geography
  • MSci Environmental Geoscience
  • MSci Environmental Geoscience with a Year of International Study
  • MSci Geoscience with A Year of International Study
  • MSci Mathematics and Physics
  • MSci Physics
  • Mathematics
  • Mathematics MSci
  • Mathematics and Music
  • Mathematics and Physics
  • Mathematics with Integrated Foundation Year
  • Mathematics with Philosophy
  • Mathematics with Statistics
  • Physical Geography
  • Physics
  • Physics with Integrated Foundation Year
  • Physics with Music
  • Physics with Particle Physics
  • Physics with Particle Physics MSci
  • Physics with Philosophy
  • Theoretical Physics

Social Sciences and Management(37)

  • Criminology and Psychology
  • Criminology and Psychology with a Year in Industry
  • Criminology and Sociology
  • Criminology and Sociology with a Year in Industry
  • Digital Media Culture and Technology
  • Digital Media, Culture and Technology with a Placement Year
  • Film Studies
  • Film, Television and Digital Production
  • Film, Television and Digital Production with Integrated Foundation Year
  • International Relations
  • LLB Law
  • LLB Law with Criminology
  • Law with Criminology with a Year in Industry
  • Law with Integrated Foundation Year
  • Law with International Relations
  • Law with International Relations with a Year in Industry
  • Law with Modern Languages (French)
  • Law with Modern Languages (German)
  • Law with Modern Languages (Italian)
  • Law with Modern Languages (Spanish)
  • Law with Philosophy
  • Law with Politics
  • Law with Politics with a Year in Industry
  • Law with Sociology
  • Law with Sociology with a Year in Industry
  • Law with a Year in Industry
  • Politics
  • Politics and International Relations
  • Politics and International Relations and Philosophy
  • Politics with Philosophy
  • Politics, International Relations and Modern Languages (French)
  • Politics, International Relations and Modern Languages (Italian)
  • Politics, International Relations and Modern Languages (Spanish)
  • Politics, Philosophy and Economics
  • Social Science
  • Sociology and Philosophy
  • Video Games Art and Design

Master(93) / PG(93)

Arts and Humanities(27)

  • Ancient History
  • Ancient History
  • British Literature, Theatre and Cultures
  • Classical Art and Archaeology
  • Classics
  • Comparative Literature and Culture by Research
  • Comparative Literature and Cultures
  • Creative Writing
  • Drama, Theatre and Dance by Research
  • English Literature
  • English Literature
  • History
  • History: Public History
  • Holocaust Studies
  • Holocaust Studies
  • Late Antique and Byzantine Studies
  • Late Antique and Byzantine Studies
  • Medieval Studies
  • Medieval Studies
  • Music (MMus)
  • Music (MMus)
  • Public History
  • Public History
  • Rhetoric
  • Theatre Directing
  • Victorian Literature, Art and Culture
  • Victorian Literature, Art and Culture

Business and Management(17)

  • AI for Business
  • Accounting and Financial Management
  • Business Analytics
  • Computational Finance
  • Computational Finance
  • Computational Finance with a year in industry
  • Computational Finance with a year in industry
  • Digital Marketing
  • Economics
  • Entrepreneurship and Innovation
  • Finance
  • Gender Studies: History and Socio-Legal Studies pathway
  • International Business Management
  • International Business Management (Marketing)
  • International Business Management (Strategy and Leadership)
  • Marketing
  • Project Management

Engineering and Technology(17)

  • Advanced Electronic and Electrical Engineering
  • Applied Data Science
  • Applied Data Science and Cyber Security
  • Artificial Intelligence
  • Artificial Intelligence with a Year in Industry
  • Computer Science by Research
  • Data Science and Analytics
  • Data Science and Analytics
  • Data Science and Analytics with a year in industry
  • Electronic Engineering by Research
  • Engineering Management
  • Engineering Management with Cyber Security
  • Information and Cyber Security
  • Information and Cyber Security
  • Information and Cyber Security with a Year in Industry
  • Machine Learning
  • Machine Learning with a Year in Industry

Life Sciences and Medicine(9)

  • (Pre-reg) Occupational Therapy
  • Applied Neuroscience
  • Biological Sciences by Research
  • Clinical Psychology
  • Forensic Psychology
  • Forensic Psychology
  • Global Health: Food Security, Sustainability and Biodiversity
  • MSc Health and Wellbeing Management
  • Postgraduate Certificate in Health Leadership and Education

Natural Sciences(8)

  • Cultural Geography
  • Earth Sciences by Research
  • Global Futures: Culture and Creativity
  • Global Futures: Geopolitics and Security
  • Global Futures: Justice, Development and Sustainability
  • MSci Theoretical Physics
  • Physics by Research
  • Sustainability and Management

Social Sciences and Management(15)

  • Film, Television and Digital Production by Research
  • Gender Studies: History pathway
  • Human Resource Management
  • International Media Management
  • International Public Policy and Development
  • International Relations
  • International Relations
  • International Security
  • International Security
  • MSc Logistics and Supply Chain Management
  • Media, Power and Public Affairs
  • Media, Power and Public Affairs
  • Producing Film and Television
  • Social Work
  • Terrorism and Counter-Terrorism Studies

PHD(22)

Arts and Humanities(7)

  • Classics
  • Drama, Theatre and Dance
  • English
  • History
  • Languages, Literatures and Cultures
  • Music
  • Philosophy

Business and Management(2)

  • Economics
  • Management

Engineering and Technology(3)

  • Computer Science
  • Electronic Engineering
  • Information Security

Life Sciences and Medicine(2)

  • Biological Sciences
  • Psychology

Natural Sciences(4)

  • Earth Sciences PhD
  • Geography
  • Mathematics
  • Physics

Social Sciences and Management(4)

  • Law
  • Politics
  • Social Work
  • Sociology

University Information

Admission

Our students come from many different countries and weaccept a wide range of qualifications. We assess every applicant on theirindividual merits, but there are minimum qualifications.

Applicants for undergraduate programmes should apply viaUCAS, but checkour website for the most up to date information on programme-specific entryrequirements. Applicants for postgraduate programmes should apply via the RoyalHolloway Applicant Portal , but please check your programme webpage for fulldetails.

We offer a range of foundation pathways and an English Language Preparation Programme , for those coming from outside the UK who don't meet our entry requirements or who would like some extra preparation.

General

A-levels96+

Bachelor

IELTS6.5+
BTEC Qualifications96+
A-levels96+
Duolingo English Test120+
TOEFL88+
PTE Academic61+

Master

Bachelor GPA2.2+
Duolingo English Test120+
TOEFL88+
IELTS6.5+
PTE Academic61+

Facilities

Step on to our Egham campus and you can’tfail to be amazed. But it’s not just the spectacular chateau-inspired Founder’sBuilding, with its towering fairy-tale turrets, that impresses. There’s ourstriking modern library, state-of-the art academic facilities and fantastic sportsprovision too, not to mention the woodland waterfalls.

Being campus-based means everything you needis right where you need it. If you fancy popping to the library at an unusualtime of day, have to pick up essentials from the shop, desperately need a Starbucksor want a tranquil place to escape, relax and recharge, it’s all here. It’ssafe, it’s green, and, most importantly, it will quickly feel like home.

Choice is key when it comes to ouraccommodation. Will you choose a modern townhouse or

opt for a traditional room in our historicFounder’s Building? Are you happy to share a bathroom or

is an en-suite essential? Check our website for a full list ofoptions but rest assured that all our halls of residence offer comfort, a ready-madecommunity of fellow students and a range of prices to suit different budgets.

Our London campus is in the heart ofBloomsbury, an area packed with museums, libraries, production houses andagencies, as well as shops, pubs and cafes. Soak up everything the capital hasto offer while studying from our hub at 11 Bedford Square. Here we haveteaching spaces, offices and dedicated staff who will give you all the supportyou need. You’re also close to Senate House. As Royal Holloway is a member ofthe University of London, you’ll have access to the spectacular resources atSenate House Library.

London is an exciting place to live. Stayingin halls will keep you connected to wider university life, while helping youmake friends with students at a similar stage of study. We have some rooms available for postgraduatestudents via the University of London’s Intercollegiate halls of residence.

Students & Staff

Student life

Getting a degree is just one (obviouslyimportant) part of your time here. There’s loads more to be getting on with tobuild up your experiences, make friends or just enjoy some well-earneddowntime.

Our Students’ Union has a well-deserved reputation for being one of the best in theUK. From musical theatre and debating to comics and cats, there’s something for everyonewith a great range of clubs and societies to join. The SU also puts on adazzling array of entertainment from top bands and comedy acts to cabaret, filmnights, socials and even a visit from real reindeer at Christmas.

For those who like to stay active, we have a sports centreon the Egham campus offering gym memberships, general fitness and exerciseclasses, along with recreational and competitive sports clubs.

We’ve also got lots of services in place to supportyou with health and wellbeing, disability and neurodiversity, and academicsuccess.

Our Egham campus is regularly ranked and voted as oneof the safest in the UK and we’re proud of our friendly and welcoming communityhere. You’re also close to Egham town centre, Staines and Kingston, all ofwhich offer great nightlife and shopping. Plus, historic Windsor and Runnymedeare just up the road and you’re just a 40-minute train from central London.

If you’re based at our central London hub, you’ve gotthe numerous delights of the capital at your fingertips. From theatres, pubs,clubs and restaurants to museums, galleries, cultural landmarks old and new,and great shopping.

Total students

12,222

UG students: 84%PG students: 16%

International students

3,788

UG students: 72%PG students: 28%

Total faculty staff

818

Domestic staff: 61%Int'l staff: 39%

Cost of Living

Accommodation

$16,670

(Approx. amount)

Food

$3,330

(Approx. amount)

Transport

$2,870

(Approx. amount)

Utilities

$5,480

(Approx. amount)

Employability & Career

Career Services

We’ll make sure you leave university with more than just a degree. Careers support begins from day one and continues for up to two years after you graduate.


We have strong links with lots of high-profile employers worldwide, including Gartner, McLaren Automotive, KPMG, Enterprise Mobility, Accenture and the NHS. You’ll get invaluable opportunities to network with employers and former students at our careers fairs , employer drop-ins, skills sessions and alumni panels, so you can leave university ready for the workplace.

Plus, everything you do here, from your academic work to being part of our award-winning Volunteering team, can be tailored to enhance your skillset. We’ll help you identify and build the skills you need to stand out to employers and fulfil your career goals. Guidance from your academic department is complemented by our expert Careers Service team. Together, they’ll give you one-to-one careers coaching, practical support on writing CVs and job applications, preparing for interviews, finding placements, and much more.


Rankings

Sustainability Rankings

Rank: #176

University Rankings by Region

Rank: #197

World University Rankings

Rank: #461

World University Rankings by Subject

Rank: #30

Campus Locations

Egham Campus Campus

Primary Campus

Royal Holloway, University of London, Egham Hill

City: EghamCountry: United KingdomCode: GBRegion: EuropeSubregion: Northern Europe

Central London Campus Campus

Royal Holloway, University of London, 11 Bedford Square

City: LondonCountry: United KingdomCode: GBRegion: EuropeSubregion: Northern Europe