About Royal Holloway, University of London
Royal Holloway is a University of London college with a parkland campus in Egham, Surrey, renowned for humanities, arts, cyber security, psychology, and earth sciences, balancing collegiate traditions with modern labs and proximity to London.
Key Information
Student Statistics
- • 12,000 total students
- • 3,600 international students
- • 130 student societies
Location
- • Located in Egham
- • Public university
- • Established 1886
Subject Rankings
Academics & Faculties
Degrees Offered
Foundation, Bachelor, Master, PhD, MBA
Popular Subjects
Drama and TheatreMusicComputer ScienceEconomicsGeography
Student-Staff Ratio
15 : 1
Faculties & Departments
School of Humanities
Classics, English, History, Languages, Literatures and Cultures
School of Performing and Digital Arts
Drama, Theatre and Dance, Music, Media Arts, Digital Design
School of Business and Management
Accounting and Financial Management, Marketing, Human Resource Management
School of Engineering, Physical and Mathematical Sciences
Computer Science, Electronic Engineering, Mathematics and Information Security
School of Life Sciences and the Environment
Earth Sciences, Geography, Biological Sciences, Psychology
Entry Requirements
Undergraduate
Academic: Offers range from BBB for humanities to AAB for sciences and economics; IB 32-36 points depending on course.
Alternatives: International Foundation Year at Royal Holloway International Study Centre, BTEC D*DD for relevant subjects, AP exams with three scores of 4 or 5
IELTS: 6.5
R 6 / W 6 / L 6 / S 6
TOEFL iBT: 80
UCAS references and personal statement • Interviews for Law, Social Work, and Music • Performance audition for Drama
Postgraduate
Minimum Qualification: UK 2:1 honours degree or international equivalent; MBA requires 3 years of management experience.
GPA: 0
IELTS: 7
R 6.5 / W 6.5 / L 6.5 / S 6.5
TOEFL iBT: 90
Academic CV and two references • Research proposal for MScR and PhD programmes • GMAT/GRE optional for School of Business
Fees & Funding
Tuition (International)
- Undergraduate: £19,000
- Postgraduate: £20,000
- Foundation: £19,000
Living Costs (Annual)
- Accommodation: £7,400
- Food: £2,200
- Transport: £900
- Entertainment: £1,200
- Other: £950
- Total: £12,650
Scholarships
Royal Holloway Excellence Scholarship
MeritValue: £5,000 (Tuition fee reduction)
AAA or above at A level or IB 36 • Overseas fee status • Strong leadership or community impact
Future Leaders Scholarship
InternationalValue: £4,000 (Fee reduction)
Apply to School of Business or Law • Submit two-minute video pitch • Firmly accept offer
Deadline: 2025-04-28
Campus & Facilities
Egham Hill, Egham, Surrey TW20 0EX
Stunning 135-acre parkland campus featuring the Grade I listed Founder's Building, modern Bedford Library, and extensive sports facilities in leafy Surrey
Size: 135 acres
Facilities
Academic
Founder's Building, Bedford Library, Emily Wilding Davison Building, Science labs
Arts
Picture Gallery, Boilerhouse performance space, Recording studios
Accommodation
Founder's and Kingswood Halls
On-campusMix of traditional catered rooms and modern ensuite flats within landscaped quads.
Cost: £155 - £235 (per week)
Utility bills included • Catering packages • Common rooms and study lounges
Contract: 38-50 weeks
George Eliot & Hox Park
University-managedPremium ensuite and studio living with gyms, cinema, and shuttle to campus.
Cost: £175 - £265 (per week)
On-site gym • Study pods • Secure bike storage
Distance: 10-minute shuttle
Contract: 40-51 weeks
Accommodation offers released on a first-come basis via the online portal; international first-years guaranteed if they apply by 25 July.
Airport collection weekends, bedding packs, UK guarantor scheme, and webinars about renting in London suburbs.
Student Life & Support
Clubs & Sports
Clubs: 130
Teams: 34
Cultural Activities
- Founder's Feast — Annually
- Festival of Culture — Annually
International Support
- Visa support: Yes
- Language support: Yes
- Orientation: Yes
- Buddy program: Yes
- Contact: international@royalholloway.ac.uk
Health & Wellbeing
- Medical centre: Yes
- Counselling: Yes
- Disability support: Yes
- Emergency: +44 (0)1784 443888
Careers & Outcomes
Employability Rank
130
Graduate Outcomes
Employed: 76%
Further study: 15%
Unemployed: 5%
Average Salary
£27,500
annual
Top Employers
BBCSkyIBMAccentureCivil ServiceBig Four accountancy
Location & Transportation
Nearest Airport
Heathrow Airport
12 km • 20 minutes via coach or taxi
Public Transport
- Rail: Egham station provides four trains per hour to London Waterloo (40 minutes). • £12 off-peak return to Waterloo
- Bus: First Berkshire routes 8/9 link campus, Hox Park, and Heathrow Central. • £55 monthly student pass
Local Area
Egham and neighbouring Windsor combine historic royal attractions, riverside walks, and access to central London for internships and entertainment.
Cost of Living: Medium
Attractions: Windsor Castle, Virginia Water Lake, Thorpe Park
Shopping: Staines-upon-Thames Elmsleigh Centre, Egham High Street cafes, Windsor Royal Station boutiques
Entertainment: Windsor Theatre Royal, Savill Garden events, Student Union live music nights
Additional Information
Metadata
Source: Royal Holloway prospectus 2025, Discover Uni, Graduate Outcomes survey
Last Updated: 2025-12-03T00:00:00Z
Verified: Yes
Contact Email: research@ukuni.io