Royal Holloway University of London

Royal Holloway University of London

Egham, United Kingdom

"A research university on a historic campus near London"

Public Research University Comprehensive 🌐 www.royalholloway.ac.uk https://www.royalholloway.ac.uk

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Ranking #485 (QS)
PSW VISA 2 years (Graduate visa)
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About Royal Holloway University of London

Royal Holloway, University of London was opened by Queen Victoria in 1886 and joined the University of London in 1900. It merged with Bedford College (founded 1849) in 1985. The 135 acre campus is in Egham, Surrey, about 40 minutes from central London and 7 miles from Heathrow. It is known for music, creative writing, drama, geography, computer science and management, with 88% of research rated world-leading or internationally excellent in REF 2021. It welcomes students from over 130 countries.

Rankings & Recognition

#485
QS World University Rankings 2026 Ranked #=485 in the QS World University Rankings 2027 and 401-500 in THE 2026.

Ranked #=485 in the QS World University Rankings 2027 and 401-500 in THE 2026.

Accreditations & Memberships

University of London member

QS 2026 Performance Breakdown

Score out of 100 across each QS evaluation pillar, with Royal Holloway University of London's global standing for that metric.

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Key Facts

1886 Opened
135 acres Campus Size
336 Programmes
130+ Countries Represented
Almost 3000 Campus Rooms
88% REF 2021 Excellent

Popular Programs

Music Creative Writing Drama and Theatre Computer Science Management Geography Politics and Law

Application Details

Application Route UCAS (UG) or direct (PG)
Intakes September and January
IELTS (usual, approx.) 6.5 (6.0 each part)
Pathway International Study Centre

Standardized Test Requirements

TestMinimum Score
IELTS Academic (usual, approx.)
6.5 (min 6.0 each skill)

Study Abroad & Visa Details

Visa Approval Rate 95%
I-20 Processing Student visa (CAS needed)
Post-Study Work 2 years (Graduate visa)
Green Card Pathway Skilled Worker visa route

Financials

Application Fee N/A
Avg Scholarship GBP 6,000 first-year discount

Career Outcomes

85% Placement Ratio
2 years (Graduate visa) Post-Study Work
20 Work While Study

Where Graduates Land

Faculty & Alumni

Research Rated Excellent (REF 2021) — 88% —

Notable Alumni

Campus & Location

Royal Holloway's main campus is at Egham Hill in Egham, Surrey, about 40 minutes south west of central London and 7 miles from Heathrow. The Founder's Building and its Victorian reading room sit on the 135 acre site.

Campus Details

1 campus in Egham
135 acres
almost 3000 rooms

Campus Forecast

Egham: winter 2-8C and summer 12-23C (approx.)

Student Life & Housing

Housing

Almost 3000 rooms on campus Private rentals nearby

Dining

Campus cafes and nearby restaurants

Health & Wellness

NHS access through the health surcharge

Activities & Clubs

Student clubs Societies Sports teams Senate House Library access

Diversity & Demographics

Countries Represented 130+
Programmes 336

Cost Deep-Dive

Tuition - Intl (approx.) GBP 20,000-28,000

Intakes & Deadlines

Royal Holloway admits international students in September and January for selected courses. Undergraduate applications go through UCAS and postgraduate applications are made direct. The International Study Centre offers pathway programmes.

Scholarships at Royal Holloway University of London

2 scholarships available

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Undergraduate

International Future Leadership Scholarship

GBP 6,000 first-year discount

Deadline: Ask counsellor
Undergraduate Fee reduction

Royal Holloway International Undergraduate Scholarship

Deadline: Ask counsellor

These are general eligibility guidelines. Always confirm exact requirements with the university's admissions office or your Sukhada counsellor.

Academic Requirements

Undergraduate School-leaving certificate with course grades. IELTS usually 6.5 (check course).
Postgraduate Bachelor's degree in a relevant subject. IELTS usually 6.5 (check course).

English Proficiency

IELTS Academic (usual, approx.)

6.5 (min 6.0 each skill)

Required Documents

Passport copy Academic transcripts Degree certificates English test certificate (IELTS / TOEFL / PTE) Personal statement Reference letter CV (postgraduate) Proof of funds

Application Process

1
Choose course
Check the course list and entry rules on the Royal Holloway international pages.
2
Apply online
Apply through UCAS (UG) or the Royal Holloway portal (PG) with your documents and English test score.
3
Get offer
Receive a conditional or unconditional offer.
4
Accept & pay deposit
Accept the offer and pay the tuition deposit.
5
Get CAS
Meet all conditions and receive your Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies (CAS).
6
Apply for visa
Apply for a UK Student visa online and pay the health surcharge.
7
Arrive & enrol
Travel to the UK, collect your BRP or eVisa proof and enrol on campus.

Campus & Location

Royal Holloway's main campus is at Egham Hill in Egham, Surrey, about 40 minutes south west of central London and 7 miles from Heathrow. The Founder's Building and its Victorian reading room sit on the 135 acre site.

16 of 16 courses
Bachelor's 8
Royal Holloway University of London
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Bachelor's courses, Full-time
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Bachelor's BSc Management
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Bachelor's BSc Economics
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Bachelor's BA Music
Bachelor's courses, Full-time
Study language: English
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📍 Egham
Bachelor's courses, Full-time
Study language: English
Duration: 3 years
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Royal Holloway University of London
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Bachelor's courses, Full-time
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Duration: 3 years
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Bachelor's BSc Geography
Bachelor's courses, Full-time
Study language: English
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Bachelor's LLB Law
Bachelor's courses, Full-time
Study language: English
Duration: 3 years
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Master's 8
Royal Holloway University of London
📍 Egham
Master's courses, Full-time
Study language: English
Duration: 1 year
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Royal Holloway University of London
📍 Egham
Master's courses, Full-time
Study language: English
Duration: 1 year
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Royal Holloway University of London
📍 Egham
Master's courses, Full-time
Study language: English
Duration: 1 year
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Royal Holloway University of London
📍 Egham
Master's MSc Management
Master's courses, Full-time
Study language: English
Duration: 1 year
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Royal Holloway University of London
📍 Egham
Master's MSc Finance
Master's courses, Full-time
Study language: English
Duration: 1 year
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Royal Holloway University of London
📍 Egham
Master's MSc Marketing
Master's courses, Full-time
Study language: English
Duration: 1 year
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Royal Holloway University of London
📍 Egham
Master's courses, Full-time
Study language: English
Duration: 1 year
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Royal Holloway University of London
📍 Egham
Master's MMus Music
Master's courses, Full-time
Study language: English
Duration: 1 year
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