Pro: Lecturers and departments are fantastic! Nice facilities and a green campus. Cons: The university administration is abhorrent!!! They are extremely disorganised - enrollment is always late, payment of loans/bursary is late, response time can be up to a week (if ever!), and class registration on moodle isn't available until past the first week of class. International students should be weary of courses longer than a year as year-to-year tuition increases can go up drastically! While they state to expect a 3-5% increase, my last year went up 10% with no explanation.
On 19th September 17
StudentCrowd University Rankings
See full league table...
Join StudentCrowd, Like us on Facebook
University of Roehampton Hall Rankings
| Sutherland and Walpole | #1 |
| Garden Court | #2 |
| Bede House | #3 |
| Linden House | #4 |
| Aspen House | #6 |
| Willow House | #7 |
| Spring Mews | #8 |
| Lee House | #9 |
| Kings and Melrose | #10 |
| Elm Grove Hall | #11 |
See full league table...
All Student Accommodation in London
Pro: Lecturers and departments are fantastic! Nice facilities and a green campus. Cons: The university administration is abhorrent!!! They are extremely disorganised - enrollment is always late, payment of loans/bursary is late, response time can be up to a week (if ever!), and class registration on moodle isn't available until past the first week of class. International students should be weary of courses longer than a year as year-to-year tuition increases can go up drastically! While they state to expect a 3-5% increase, my last year went up 10% with no explanation.
On 19th September 17
Applying to University of Roehampton
- Entry Requirements:
144-159 UCAS Points
Average range for University of Roehampton entry requirements. Varies depending on the course.
- TEF Rating
More details of our TEF outcome can be found on the Higher Education Funding Council for England (HEFCE) website.
University of Roehampton Reputation
University of Roehampton is located in the heart of South West London within easy reach of central London. Every student at Roehampton is a member of one of the University’s four historic colleges - Digby Stuart, Froebel, Southlands and Whitelands. The University of Roehampton has a reputation for undertaking world-class research across all its academic departments, and in the last Research Excellence Framework was ranked the most research-intensive modern university in the UK. It has also been recognised with a Silver in the Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF). The University of Roehampton is committed to providing education that enables students to prepare themselves for a successful and fulfilling career.
University of Roehampton Open Days
There are a variety of ways to visit the University of Roehampton and learn more about courses, accommodation, student support, college life and more. Undergraduate Open Days consist of subject talks, campus and accommodation tours and the chance to meet current students. Campus Tours, which are led by current students, provide a chance to view accommodation, have a look around the campus and ask a current student any questions. Postgraduate events are also offered, as well as teaching training drop-in sessions which provide prospective students with the chance to speak to academic staff from the PGCE Primary and Secondary courses.
Upcoming Open Days and Events
Tuesday 26 November, Saturday 7 December and Wednesday 11 December, various times – Campus Tours
Friday 29 November, 1–2pm - Teacher Training drop-in session
Wednesday 5 February, 5-7.30pm – Postgraduate Open Evening
Graduate Outcomes
The graduate outcomes for the University of Roehampton show that six months after leaving university, 94% of graduates are in work or further study. (Source: DLHE Survey 2016, updated 05.11.19) Additionally, the latest official statistics on Longitudinal Education Outcomes (LEO) on graduate employment and earnings show that Roehampton's graduates are earning above the national average. University of Roehampton’s courses are designed to teach students industry-specific skills that employers value. The University’s Careers Support service provides helpful resources such as online skills courses, job directories and mock job interviews, as well as career advice and one-to-one support. A Career Mentoring Scheme is also available which links current students with an experienced Roehampton graduate.
Facilities and Campuses
The University of Roehampton’s 54-acre campus is made up of historic buildings alongside a range of modern, cutting edge teaching and learning facilities. Students benefit from the use of specialist facilities such as a food laboratory, Sport and Exercise Physiology Laboratory and a library that has a reputation for being one of the best university libraries in London. The campus is also home to a variety of social spaces, bars and catering outlets which host regular music, food and club events.
What is South West London like?
South West London offers something for everyone. Some of London’s most popular shopping areas are within easy reach including Westfield London in Shepherd’s Bush and Portobello Road Market in Notting Hill. Students at Roehampton are also spoilt for choice with the range of cafes, street food vendors, high-end restaurants, markets, bars, clubs and pubs close by. Students can enjoy live music, comedy and theatre performances at Hammersmith Apollo and Battersea Arts Centre and for sports fans, Wimbledon is just down the road and Twickenham is a short train ride away. The University of Roehampton is also surrounded by beautiful parks and gardens with Richmond Park only a 5-minute walk from campus and Kew Gardens close by.
Student Life
At Roehampton, students have the chance to develop their skills and find new interests alongside their studies. There are over 50 societies to join, a wide variety of sports teams and the university has an active musical scene. The University of Roehampton’s Students’ Union serves to help the student population make the most out of their university experience by facilitating events, trips and activities, providing support and advice and liaising with the University and organisations in the local area about issues that affect students. Roehampton Students also benefit from being part of a close-knit college community which provides plenty of opportunities to make new friends including balls, events and formal dinners.
Courses
Academic studies in educationAccountingAnthropologyBiological sciencesBusiness studiesCinematics & photographyClassicsCreative arts & designDramaEducationEnglish studiesEuropean languages & studiesFrench studiesHistoryIberian studiesInitial teacher trainingJournalismLawManagementMarketingMedia studiesNutritionPhilosophyPsychologySocial studiesSociologySports scienceTheology & religious studiesZoologyQ&A
Ask a new question about University of Roehampton
Read University of Roehampton Reviews
Overall, my experience with Roehampton Business School is good.
As an American student who studied here for an MA degree, this school is absolutely ridiculous. Career services is incredibly incompetent in getting back to you in a timely manner. The dorm I was housed was only 2 years old at the time yet there was always something wrong whether it was fire alarms, lack of hot water, or lack of heat. I would not recommend anyone to spend their money here.
It’s s*** university i don’t recommend you to study here just you will waist your money for nothing
I had the time of my life at Roehampton. I formed so many wonderful lifelong memories from the friendships I formed, the clubs I joined, the social events I attended and my great relationship with my tutor. I knew the second I attended the open day that Roehampton would be perfect for me and I was right.
Beautiful campus, lovely lecturers but teaching facilities sometimes really poor. You might end up having half of your lectures in a chapel with a sub-par sound system.
Poor excuse for a uni. Halls that are upwards of £150 a week yet have a plethora of maintenance issues and pest infestations as well as terrible WiFi that doesn’t work. Maintenance have still yet to fix the problems I reported when I moved in and they probably never will. Security fail to make the campus safe as calls don’t get taken seriously and problems don’t get resolved on a regular basis. They ignore behaviours they are banned on campus and make you feel like an idiot for calling them. People that aren’t students come onto campus at night by following students back home through the estate. Overall, if I had known that these things were going to be problems I would’ve attended a different uni.
Course is not as advertised, not enough societies/clubs to join, not enough events are run in general
I’m a very satisfied, second-year Business Student at University of Roehampton. I really like the location of the university and the level of education is high. When it comes to social life at the university, there is a lot of societies and various activities during the academic year that enable students to connect and relax.
A great campus with good lecture rooms, plenty of cafes, and the union bar. Good lecturers on my course. There's a lot of societies to join, sports memberships especially are great deals for a commonwealth membership £65 you can take most classes as much as you like for the year.
Great university... everyone (staff and students) are so welcoming and eager to help. Amazing new library with all the resources you could ask for. Great nightlife with access to both uni run club nights and normal club events.
great lecturers, beautiful campus and amazing wellbeing services
I'm currently a second year at the university of Roehampton, I enjoy this uni very much for the diverse events that are planned, the college spirit and the nice green campus. The people are friendly, and welcoming. The uni overall feels like a big family, I highly recommend it.
Located in a very quiet Part of London not the London experience I expected. Many people are either far internationals or form London and surrounding areas and stick with their own making harder if you don't fall into these catabolise to fit in
Fantastic experience with the most amazing resources and campus
It’s a good uni for academia, good course, but everything else about the uni is poor
Not too great. Some teachers weren't helpful. Didn't feel the amount of care you should be feeling when forking out £27,000
Vibrant atmosphere at nights out and other student events. Lecturers have been helpful and mostly very friendly throughout my three years. Beautiful campus, a real green retreat in the middle of London. Perfect if you want the campus lifestyle. A new library has recently been built and it is a lovely building to read and work in. On campus accommodation wasn't the best in elm as it was loud and lots of fire alarms. Generally though, a great place to study.
Academically, it's improving but not intellectually stimulating; getting a degree here is easy. Student life is okay, essential facilities can be found on campus and everything in regards to what London has to offer is in moderate distance.
Roehampton is blessed with a beautiful campus where both your student halls and lectures can be in the same building! Yet, this only serves the pretentious 'bubble' that Roehampton finds itself in with so little connectiom to London, that it's really really hard to consider it London. If you're looking for the city life and a diverse culture, then I'm afraid Roehampton isn't for you. The lack of culture is very basic, just like it's student union. However, if a community is what you're after then Roehampton can certainly please you. Even if the students are a bit of a mixed bag. Also, I love my course. I'm just mentioning the social atmosphere as it's a big part!
The University has a great sense of community being on a small campus with lots of green areas, however it is severely lacking in facilities, some accomidation is over 20years old and falling apart. Overall I am enjoying my course. Social events could be more diverse as the university clubs can be very expensive, £5 for entry and £3 for cloakroom and £7 for drinks on a student night out ! Ridiculous. Good community sense. Bad support services, very generic, no sports facilities. More societies that are organised.
Best experience I have ever had in learning and practice. Wonderful tutors always there to help you and a welcomed and communal feeling. Roehampton’s library is one of a kind.
It’s a beautiful university, with amazing views. The staff are very kind and friendly. :)
A wonderful university. Friendly teaching staff who will go out of their way to help you. The campus is beautiful and the facilities are excellent.
I left being teaching standard was very poor and sucked the passion out of the degree I was studying. I opted for a complete career change due to this. Did not enjoy this university at all.
Welcoming and fun University who values the importance of education as well as having a great experience at uni. Time of your life
Fantastic university. I feel so at home even though I live 130 miles away. Lectures are great and societies even better.
The university has made big improvements but still has far to go in regards to equality within the study union.
A great university with plenty of support and extremely helpful staff. All staff are qualified with PhDs and teach their subject of expertise offering the best learning experience you could get!
Doing a combined degree and have had a problem with every department. Lecture halls with no tables and not enough chairs! Lectures who don’t show up and say they don’t want to teach! I didn’t have a desk chair or WiFi in my room for 8 weeks! Would avoid unless you want the stress. They let anyone in and that really shows!
University of Roehampton is a very good place for studnets to study different subjects which can later lead them im to various careers.
After encountering a difficult first year at another university, I transferred to Roehampton and it was easily the best decision I could have ever made. The lectures and seminars were extremely insightful and the lecturers were incredibly professional, kind and approachable. During my final year of my undergraduate, my friends and I founded a society and the Student’s Union were extremely supportive of our society event ideas; we were even awarded “Best Academic Society” at the RSU Awards in June 2018. I enjoyed my undergraduate experience at Roehampton so much that I decided to stay on for further study; I am now half way through my Master of Science - in a completely new field, thanks to Roehampton for helping me land an internship in the summer of 2017 which helped me discover a newfound passion - and, again, staying on this beautiful London campus was one of the best decisions I have ever made. Not to mention, the new library is incredible!
Currently in my first year and I’m loving it! So many societies to get involved with. Everyone’s so friendly and carering to one another. The lecturer are all lovely and couldn’t ask for better:)
Great, friendly uni, always something to do. Most dorms only offer ethernet cables, so wifi gets a low rating. Facilities in general are great- but the accommodation is a complete Russian roulette gamble, and believe me I got the full chamber.
Amazing university. The staff are very knowledgeable and the facilities are really good. Best place to study in London
Great university, friendly staff, great careers service
Although we are living in a democratic society where freedom of speak is basic human rights, some of you went out of your way to express your very negative perceptions of this University. Come on people. I have had some serious challenges during my studies that kept me from completing the programme, and the staff has been very helpful supporting throughout those challenging times. There are more positives than negatives about the staff members of the university or the organisation as a whole.
Pro: Lecturers and departments are fantastic! Nice facilities and a green campus. Cons: The university administration is abhorrent!!! They are extremely disorganised - enrollment is always late, payment of loans/bursary is late, response time can be up to a week (if ever!), and class registration on moodle isn't available until past the first week of class. International students should be weary of courses longer than a year as year-to-year tuition increases can go up drastically! While they state to expect a 3-5% increase, my last year went up 10% with no explanation.
The Roehampton online degrees almost seems like a scam. Worst University, staff and faculty. Technology is faulty and feedback is ridiculously late and your work is likely not even graded by the profs. Save your money and go elsewhere.
Roehampton is the biggest mistake of my life. I thought I was going to a learning environment who took me as an individual student serisouly. Feedback on assignments have consisted of a sentence full of spelling mistakes. Tutors have often been more interested in chit chatting than actually teaching. Admin and support has been the most horrible I've ever experienced. When I graduated this spring, I could not even get a transcript with my grades on before June without paying a fee and waiting 3 weeks. Way to help me on my way to applying for master programs! Honestly I never write reviews, but I am just so angry for all the s*** I've had to endure at this university. Some aspects are really really good, but overal; would NOT recommend it to anyone who are serious about their studies.
Student union and careers service were friendly,overall great. The internet for mobiles... well it cuts out a lot walking around the campus. Society wise there is very few now that I'm comparing to other unis. There is a student union cafe is good. Dont let the wonderfully greenery images fool you on their website though... during 11/12 months of the year it looks pretty grim.
Great University, lots of fun. Really pretty.
Amazing University, Unique atmosphere and comfortable facilities!
My first year at Roehampton was amazing. The lectures were very interesting and the lecturers helped us to engage in our learning. Obviously, living in London was amazing too. Roehampton is close to all the main London destinations and is a 15 minute bus ride away from Westfield!
Brilliant campus feel for a London uni :) !
Campus is very pretty and clean!
amazung! Beautiful campus with great people and in a fab location
Has been the best 3 years of my life!
Amazing university with a gorgeous campus. Friendly lecturers and very interesting modules to do as s part of your degree
Fantastic facilities, amazing location, beautiful campus, excellent atmosphere
Always something to sign up on to do and the staff is really helpful if you have any issues with your writing. Fun parties as well
All the perks of living in London, but also being able to escape to a picturesque campus.
Great job opportunities at the end.
Beautiful, friendly, homely campus. A home away from home. Friendly and helpful tutors.
Roehampton has been perfect, it's been the best year of my life, can't wait to go back in Sep.
Roehampton University
Lovely campus, very green. Lots of building work being done at the moment (Jan 2015). Lecturers are very enthusiastic and very easy to talk to. If in any doubt, I feel comfortable talking to them.
Cons?
Expensive to live as it's in London.
Accommodation is poor, with very bad WiFi.