About University of Roehampton
University of Roehampton is a campus university in southwest London known for teacher training, creative arts and life sciences degrees, with a close-knit community built around four historic colleges.
Key Information
Student Statistics
- • 9,500 total students
- • 2,000 international students
- • 110 student societies
Location
- • Located in London
- • Public university
- • Established 1841
Subject Rankings
Dance & Performing Arts (2025)
12Academics & Faculties
Degrees Offered
Bachelor, Master, PhD, Foundation, Pre-Master
Popular Subjects
EducationPsychologyBusiness ManagementDance
Student-Staff Ratio
15 : 1
Faculties & Departments
School of Education
Teacher Training, Educational Practice, Educational Leadership
School of Arts, Humanities & Social Sciences
Dance, English & Creative Writing, Social Sciences
School of Life & Health Sciences
Biomedical Science, Nutrition, Psychology
Roehampton Business School
Accounting, Marketing, Human Resource Management
Entry Requirements
Undergraduate
Academic: BBC or equivalent
Alternatives: International Baccalaureate 28 points, BTEC DMM
IELTS: 6
R 5.5 / W 5.5 / L 5.5 / S 5.5
TOEFL iBT: 80
Postgraduate
Minimum Qualification: UK bachelor degree with 2:2 or international equivalent
GPA: 0
IELTS: 6.5
R 6 / W 6 / L 6 / S 6
TOEFL iBT: 89
Fees & Funding
Tuition (International)
- Undergraduate: £14,000
- Postgraduate: £15,000
- Foundation: £14,500
Living Costs (Annual)
- Accommodation: £7,600
- Food: £2,400
- Transport: £1,200
- Entertainment: £1,400
- Other: £900
- Total: £13,500
Scholarships
Roehampton International Excellence Scholarship
MeritValue: £4,000 (Tuition fee reduction)
International fee status • Strong academic profile and personal statement
Deadline: 2025-06-30
Women in Leadership Scholarship (MBA)
MeritValue: £6,000 (Tuition fee reduction)
Offer holder for Roehampton MBA • Evidence of leadership potential
Deadline: 2025-05-31
Campus & Facilities
Roehampton Lane, London SW15 5PJ, United Kingdom
54-acre heritage campus with four historic colleges, lakes, modern labs and studios set between Richmond Park and Wimbledon Common.
Size: 54 acres
Facilities
Creative & Performing Arts
Michaelis Theatre, Dance studios with sprung floors, Sir David Bell Building for digital media
Student Services
Wellbeing Centre, Chaplaincy across all colleges, Careers Service in Erasmus House
Libraries
Roehampton Library
Award-winning modern library with 1,200 study spaces, 24/7 access in term and rooftop terrace overlooking campus
24/7 in term
Whitelands Library
Education and theology collections with silent study suites
09:00-21:00
Sports Facilities
Roehampton Sport and Fitness Centre
Gym, sports hall, squash courts and outdoor MUGA pitches
Danebury Avenue Sports Fields
Grass pitches for rugby, football, lacrosse and cricket
Student Services
Wellbeing and Counselling
Mental health advisors, counselling, disability support and Multi-Faith Chaplaincy
wellbeing@roehampton.ac.uk
Careers and Placements
Paid internship scheme, mentoring and connections with south-west London schools, creative agencies and charities
careers@roehampton.ac.uk
Accommodation
Froebel College
On-campusEn-suite and standard rooms clustered around communal kitchens on the main parkland campus.
Cost: £158 - £247 (per week)
Wi-Fi • Shared kitchens • 24/7 security
Distance: On campus
Contract: 38-50 weeks
Chadwick Hall
On-campusModern en-suite halls overlooking the lake with social and study spaces.
Cost: £189 - £258 (per week)
Ensuite bathrooms • Social lounge • Laundry
Distance: On campus
Contract: 40-50 weeks
Apply through the university housing portal after accepting an offer; rooms allocated on a first-come basis with priority for new students.
Dedicated accommodation and arrivals teams help with contracts, bedding packs and settling into London.
Student Life & Support
Clubs & Sports
Clubs: 110
Teams: 25
Cultural Activities
- Summer Ball and College Festivals — Annually
- International Culture Week — Every spring
International Support
- Visa support: Yes
- Language support: Yes
- Orientation: Yes
- Buddy program: Yes
- Contact: international@roehampton.ac.uk
Health & Wellbeing
- Medical centre: Yes
- Counselling: Yes
- Disability support: Yes
- Emergency: +44 (0)20 8392 3160
Careers & Outcomes
Employability Rank
68
Graduate Outcomes
Employed: 74%
Further study: 16%
Unemployed: 6%
Average Salary
£28,500
15 months after graduation
Top Employers
London Borough schoolsNHS Trusts across LondonUniversal MusicRichmond and Wandsworth CouncilsPwC
Career Services
- Roehampton Internships: Paid opportunities with London charities, startups and creative agencies
- Career Mentoring: Matches students with alumni in education, media and life sciences
Location & Transportation
Nearest Airport
London Heathrow
19 km • 35 minutes by car or 45 minutes via Piccadilly Line + bus
Public Transport
- Rail: Barnes and Putney stations connect to London Waterloo in 20 minutes. • £6-£12 off-peak return
- Bus: Frequent 72, 265 and 430 buses link campus with Hammersmith, Richmond and Clapham Junction. • £1.75 with Student Oyster
Local Area
Set in leafy southwest London near Richmond Park and the Thames, with cafés in Barnes, nightlife in Putney and Central London 20 minutes away.
Cost of Living: High
Attractions: Richmond Park, Wimbledon Village, Hammersmith Riverside
Shopping: Putney Exchange, Richmond high street, Westfield London (short bus ride)
Entertainment: O2 Academy Brixton, Hammersmith Apollo, Independent theatres in Barnes and Putney
Additional Information
Notable Alumni
- Dame Vivienne Westwood — Fashion designer and honorary doctorate (2008)
- Maggie Aderin-Pocock — Space scientist and presenter (2011)
Metadata
Source: University of Roehampton 2025 prospectus, student housing 2024/25 rates, TfL student travel and campus safety guidance
Last Updated: 2025-12-03T00:00:00Z
Verified: Yes
Contact Email: international@roehampton.ac.uk