Whether you’re new to Royal Holloway or have studied with us previously, our online postgraduate prospectus will help prepare you for a higher degree.
Our staff and students are here to show you what makes life at Royal Holloway so special and how studying with us can help you meet your goals.
You can also download or order our printed prospectus.Royal Holloway consistently ranks among the UK’s leading universities for both teaching and research, with 88% of Royal Holloway’s research rated as world-leading or internationally excellent in the latest REF (2021), putting us in the top 25% of UK universities overall. Many of our departments were ranked in the top 5 in the UK for the quality of their research outputs.
As a postgraduate student you’ll learn and work alongside experts whose research is changing the world. Our state-of-the-art facilities and supportive and inclusive community mean you’ll thrive in your chosen subject and future career.
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Use our coursefinder tool to find a degree that suits you. Take time to speak to our Postgraduate Student Recruitment Manager, International Student Recruitment Team, your agent, or a member of academic staff if you need more information on the course.
Click Apply Now on the course you have selected, provide the requested documents in support of your application, and our Admissions Team will review your application.
We recommend submitting your application before our deadline on 1 June 2024. There is no fee for applying.
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Funding a postgraduate degree can seem daunting at first but there are a number of options available, including Student Finance, scholarships, tuition fee discounts and college studentships.
Make sure to visit the scholarships section of the online prospectus to learn more about what's on offer.
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We have a wide range of scholarships available to help support you in your studies.
Visit our scholarships search page to see a full list and select the ones that are right for you.
Scholarships
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Our Central London campus in Bloomsbury, a vibrant district packed with sites of cultural and historic significance, offers all the benefits of studying in the heart of the capital. You’ll gain access to industry contacts and networking opportunities provided by our academic staff, and have access to a huge range of archival and library materials through our membership of the University of London.
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Positioned close to both Gatwick and Heathrow airports, Royal Holloway is a global university which welcomes students from all over the world.
Our expert International Student Recruitment Team is on hand to offer events, meetings and general support so you know exactly what to expect from the application process, throughout your degree, and beyond.
Whether you choose to live close to the beautiful natural surroundings of our Egham campus, or in bustling London, you’ll find Royal Holloway will become a home-away-from-home in no time.
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With a long and proud tradition of being at the forefront of academic research, our university is a perfect place to carry out doctoral study.
For PhD applications we recommend contacting your chosen department with a brief outline of your background and area of research, and a member of academic staff will help guide and support you in your application.
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Explore some of the themes and key issues addressed in our postgraduate courses via our webinar library.
Want to attend one of our future webinars? Keep an eye on our postgraduate events page for more information about upcoming talks.
Postgraduate webinarsWe'll prepare you for the modern workforce as a priority from day one. Our focus on employability will support you to identify and articulate the skills and achievements you gain through your course and other activities as you prepare for graduate employment.
From the day you arrive, and for two years after you graduate, you’ll be able to access our Careers Service, where you can find practical support like CV and job application checks and book one-to-one appointments to help you plan out and fulfil your career goals. We run regular careers and part-time jobs fairs to find new opportunities and arrange talks by speakers from a range of industries, where you can find out exactly what employers are looking for.
Your career matters! That’s why our highly experienced careers team are on hand to assist you with whatever you need for the next leap forward in your professional life. Whether it’s gaining new skills, CV guidance, interview practice or help looking for employment opportunities, we’ll support you every step of the way - both during your studies and for two years after graduation.
Your future careerImmerse yourself in our social spaces, accommodation, teaching facilities and more with our 360o Virtual Experience.
In person or online, this is your chance to meet with some of our world-leading academics, staff from key services, and current students.
Sign up and we’ll send you information about your subject, and keep you up to date with news and events coming up at Royal Holloway.
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