Collegiate Tradition

Founded in 1841 as Whitelands College, University of Roehampton brought together four historic institutions—Whitelands (1841), Southlands (1872), Digby Stuart (1874), and Froebel (1892)—whose unique collegiate structure shapes an academic community where each preserves its distinct identity. Though university status arrived in 2004, its philosophy of accessible education has been developing for nearly two centuries, while three Georgian mansions from 1760-1777, including James Wyatt’s Grove House, connect the campus to a rich architectural heritage.

Research at University of Roehampton

Recognized as the best modern UK university for research quality in REF 2021, where 77% of work achieved world-leading or internationally excellent ratings. Times Higher Education ranks it among the top 15% of young universities globally, while the 2024 National Student Survey placed it 8th in England for student satisfaction. Subject rankings show particular strength: 7th in London for business and management, 6th for marketing (Complete University Guide 2021).

Campus Among the Royal Park

Spread across 54 acres between Barnes and Richmond Park, the campus occupies elevated ground in southwest London’s greenest district, beside the capital’s largest royal park—955 hectares of ancient oaks. Central London is just 10 kilometers away, with Barnes station offering 20-minute connections to Waterloo. Kew’s Royal Botanical Gardens (30,000+ species, UNESCO heritage site) lie 15 minutes away, while Heathrow sits 30 minutes distant—an ideal setup for international students.

Industry-Focused Programs

Offering 222 programs across business, finance, psychology, computer science, media, and art, courses are designed with leading employers while industry experts teach from day one—ensuring graduates are career-ready upon graduation. Flexible 10-month master’s programs (including MBA and MSc Global HR Management) run four intakes yearly, while placement years offer paid internships for hands-on experience. Alumni have built successful careers spanning law, digital media, and biomedical sciences.