British education, worldwide influence. Prepare for a prestigious degree from Royal Holloway, University of London.
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Highly-ranked for research and international outlook, Royal Holloway will give you a head start in your education and career. You will be part of the community from day one, learning from experts and taking part in a global network.
Programmes at the International Study Centre give international students a pathway to a degree at Royal Holloway. Choose between three subject routes in the International Foundation Year: Arts and Social Sciences, Management and Economics, or Sciences.
Study on a beautiful, historic campus with modern buildings, and access the University’s facilities. Royal Holloway is located in Egham, Surrey, 40 minutes away from London by train.
The International Foundation Year is your pathway to an undergraduate degree at Royal Holloway. Study with other international students and get the essential academic and English language skills to enter the first year of university.
Ranked top 20 in the UK and top 50 in the world for international outlook
Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2019
“It was my first time studying abroad. I knew I wanted to eventually enrol for the BSc degree, so my time on the International Foundation Year really helped me to crystallise the idea.”
Yuki from Japan Studied International Foundation Year in Social Sciences, progressed to BSc Criminology and Sociology
Ranked top 25 UK university
The Times and The Sunday Times Good University Guide 2019
“Studying at Royal Holloway feels like a once in a lifetime thing, because I’m very far away from my family, but also I get to meet a lot of amazing people here.”
Willow from Malaysia Studied International Foundation Year in Arts, Media, Film and Music, progressed to BA English and Philosophy
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