About St Mary's University, Twickenham
St Mary's University, Twickenham is a Catholic university in southwest London, known for excellence in sport, education, and theology, with a close-knit campus community and strong graduate employment.
Key Information
Student Statistics
- • 6,000 total students
- • 800 international students
- • 50 student societies
Location
- • Located in Twickenham
- • Public university
- • Established 1850
Subject Rankings
Academics & Faculties
Degrees Offered
Bachelor, Master, PhD, Foundation, PGCE
Popular Subjects
Sport SciencePrimary EducationTheologyPhysiotherapy
Student-Staff Ratio
14 : 1
Faculties & Departments
Faculty of Sport, Allied Health and Performance Science
Sport and Exercise Science, Physiotherapy, Strength and Conditioning, Nutrition
Faculty of Education, Humanities and Social Sciences
Primary Education, English, History, Theology and Philosophy
Faculty of Business, Law and Social Sciences
Business Management, Law, Criminology, Media and Communications
Entry Requirements
Undergraduate
Academic: CCC-BBB depending on course
Alternatives: BTEC MMM-DDM, Access to HE Diploma
IELTS: 6
R 5.5 / W 5.5 / L 5.5 / S 5.5
TOEFL iBT: 79
Postgraduate
Minimum Qualification: UK bachelor degree 2:2 or equivalent
GPA: 0
IELTS: 6.5
R 6 / W 6 / L 6 / S 6
TOEFL iBT: 88
Fees & Funding
Tuition (International)
- Undergraduate: £13,000
- Postgraduate: £14,000
Living Costs (Annual)
- Accommodation: £160
- Food: £55
- Transport: £35
- Entertainment: £40
- Other: £30
- Total: £12,000
Campus & Facilities
Waldegrave Road, Twickenham TW1 4SX
Beautiful 35-acre campus near the River Thames with historic buildings and modern facilities
Size: 35 acres
Libraries
University Library
Well-resourced library with specialist collections in sport and theology
08:00-22:00 (Mon-Fri), 10:00-18:00 (Weekends)
Sports Facilities
Sports Centre
Excellent sports facilities including gym, sports halls, and performance labs
Playing Fields
Extensive outdoor pitches for football, rugby, and athletics
Student Services
Student Support
Academic support, wellbeing services, and disability support
studentsupport@stmarys.ac.uk
Chaplaincy
Spiritual support and pastoral care for students of all faiths
chaplaincy@stmarys.ac.uk
Accommodation
On-Campus Halls
University-managedRange of accommodation on the beautiful Twickenham campus.
Cost: £140 - £185 (per week)
Ensuite options • Catered and self-catered • WiFi • Laundry
Distance: On campus
Contract: 40-51 weeks
Apply through accommodation portal after accepting your offer.
Guaranteed accommodation for international first-year students.
Student Life & Support
Clubs & Sports
Clubs: 50
Teams: 30
Cultural Activities
- Welcome Week — Every September
- Faith Events — Weekly
International Support
- Visa support: Yes
- Language support: Yes
- Orientation: Yes
- Buddy program: Yes
- Contact: international@stmarys.ac.uk
Health & Wellbeing
- Medical centre: No
- Counselling: Yes
- Disability support: Yes
- Emergency: +44 (0)20 8240 4000
Careers & Outcomes
Employability Rank
55
Graduate Outcomes
Employed: 76%
Further study: 10%
Unemployed: 6%
Average Salary
N/A
Top Employers
Premier League Football ClubsNHS TrustsLondon SchoolsBBC Sport
Career Services
- Careers and Employability: CV support, interview preparation, and employer networking
Location & Transportation
Nearest Airport
London Heathrow Airport
12 km • 25 minutes by car
Public Transport
- Rail: Strawberry Hill station has direct trains to London Waterloo (30 mins) • £6-£12 return
- Bus: Regular bus services to Kingston, Richmond, and central London • £1.75 per journey with Oyster
Local Area
Leafy southwest London location near the Thames, Richmond Park, and historic Twickenham.
Cost of Living: High
Attractions: Twickenham Stadium, Richmond Park, Hampton Court Palace
Shopping: Twickenham Town Centre, Richmond, Kingston
Entertainment: Twickenham Stadium events, Richmond Theatre, Local pubs and restaurants
Additional Information
Notable Alumni
- Mo Farah — Olympic champion distance runner (2005)
- Danny Cipriani — England rugby player (2008)
Metadata
Source: University website and official publications
Last Updated: 2025-12-03T00:00:00Z
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