Royal Holloway University London International Study Centre

Royal Holloway, University of London combines innovative education with a rich cultural history. Working with an international network of experts, the University has a long history of “firsts”, including being one of the first women’s colleges in the UK in 1886.

Royal Holloway is a global university, ranking 36th in the UK for international outlook (Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2023). Studying with us allows you the opportunity to become a multi-talented professional, earning a degree from a prestigious university known around the world.

Top ranking:

Royal Holloway is ranked amongst the top 30 universities in the UK (The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2023) and is in the top 25% of UK universities for research rated “world-leading” or “internationally excellent” (Research Excellence Framework released in 2021, the latest ranking). Our high quality, global research impacts lives and industries around the world..

A perfect countryside location :

It’s not just a high-quality education that you’ll benefit from during your time with us. Your time at Royal Holloway will be a special one, combining a unique, peaceful campus near the countryside with direct travel links to London, one of the most exciting and innovative cities in the world. There is always something to do, and it’s never too far away.

A modern campus, rich in history:

Everything you need to get the most out of your time with us is in one place. University facilities are a short walk away, allowing you to focus on your studies and spend less time worrying about the essentials.

International Foundation Year:

• Academic:
• Students normally need to have a minimum of 12 years of schooling with good grades.

• English language:
• Academic IELTS for UKVI*: 5.0 overall (minimum 5.0 in writing)
• IGCSE/GCSE/O-Level: 5 passes at A-C in relevant subjects (excluding native language) with a C in Maths for Engineering pathway. New grades 9-4 in English and Maths.

• Other international qualifications:
• The Diploma of the International Baccalaureate (IB Diploma) and the Diploma Programme Course (IB Certificate): 26 points 
• A/AS levels: 24 UCAS points (formerly 80 UCAS tariff points, excluding native language)
• IGCSE/GCSE: 5 passes at A-C in relevant subjects

* If you do not need a Student visa, or are exempted in another way, we can accept equivalent proof of English. The English language entry requirements stated are for information regarding entry to the course. If you require a UK visa to study, depending on the type of visa you need, the English language requirements and valid English tests to satisfy the UK visa criteria may differ.

International Year One:

• Academic:
• Students will generally need good high school graduation grades or equivalent, plus one year of further study.

• English language:
• Academic IELTS for UKVI*: 5.5 overall (minimum 5.5 in all components)
• IGCSE/GCSE/O-Level: 5 passes at A-C in relevant subjects (excluding native language) with a C in Maths for Engineering pathway, plus one year of further study. New grades 9-4 in English and Maths.

• Other international qualifications:
• IB Diploma and IB Certificate: 26 points
• A/AS levels: 52 UCAS points (including native language)
• Other relevant subjects at school completion will also be considered to meet entry requirements.

* If you do not need a Student visa, or are exempted in another way, we can accept equivalent proof of English. The English language entry requirements stated are for information regarding entry to the course. If you require a UK visa to study, depending on the type of visa you need, the English language requirements and valid English tests to satisfy the UK visa criteria may differ.

^ For students looking to take the Academic Personal Tutorial steam, students will require an IELTS (or equivalent level of):

• Business and Management and Economics: 6.5 overall with Reading and Writing 6.0 and no other subscore lower than 5.5
• Computer Science and Electronic Engineering: 6.5 overall with no subscore lower than 5.5

Pre-Masters:

• Academic:
• Students will need to have successfully completed an appropriate first qualification in their resident country.

• English language:
• Academic IELTS for UKVI*: 5.5 overall (minimum 5.5 in all components)

• Other international qualifications:
• UK Degrees - 2:2 degree or above, (3rd Class to be to be considered on a case by case basis)

*If you do not need a Student visa, or are exempted in another way, we can accept equivalent proof of English. The English language entry requirements stated are for information regarding entry to the course. If you require a UK visa to study, depending on the type of visa you need, the English language requirements and valid English tests to satisfy the UK visa criteria may differ.

Additionally, there are country-specific admission requirements. Kindly contact our admissions counsellor for more information!