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Study in Egham, UK at Royal Holloway
Prepare for university study with our pathway programmes for international students.
Royal Holloway, University of London
International Study Centre
140+ years of academic excellence since 1886
Ranked 41st in the UK for International Outlook
Top 25% of UK universities for research quality
(THE, REF, Overall ranking of institutions, 2022)
Only 40 minutes by train from central London
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International Foundation Year
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.
International Year One
Get the academic, language and career support you need to start your degree with confidence and progress to year two of your undergraduate degree at Royal Holloway. This two-semester programme helps you adjust to studying in the UK while building valuable skills for your future.
Pre-Masters Programme
For progression to postgraduate level-study at Royal Holloway, this programme will prepare you with the required knowledge and academic technique. Our Masters preparation course is taught in three different subject pathways.
Christabel from Ghana
"The style of teaching at the International Study Centre has helped me in so many ways. They taught me basic stuff in English that I didn’t know I would need, like plagiarism and how to write essays in a university style, which is really important."
Christabel from Ghana
Studied International Foundation Year in Management and Economics
Omar from Saudi Arabia
"What I like about the campus is there are a lot of facilities here. The Crosslands bar is a nice place to sit and have a dinner or lunch and there’s the Hub dining hall. There are so many places you can sit. I know this sounds weird, but my favourite thing is the decoration, you have pictures in every corner of the place."
Studied International Foundation Year in Sciences
Progressed to BSc Computer Science (Information Security)
Arpi from Lebanon
“With Study Group, I felt very supported by everyone. It was a smaller group than Royal Holloway, so you get a lot of support, and they answer very fast, and everything's very good. I felt very supported last year.”
Studied International Foundation Year in Sciences Progressed to BSc Biomedical Sciences
Frequently Asked Questions
Pathway programmes are the smartest choice for students who want extra preparation before starting their degree. You'll strengthen your academic knowledge, English language skills and study techniques while receiving expert support, helping you progress to your chosen degree at Royal Holloway with confidence.
Royal Holloway International Study Centre offers pathway programmes for undergraduate and postgraduate students, including the International Foundation Year, International Year One and Pre-Masters. Each programme is designed to prepare you for your chosen degree and future success.
Entry requirements vary depending on the programme you choose and your previous qualifications. You'll usually need to meet academic and English language requirements. Our Admissions team can help you find the right pathway for your qualifications.
Egham is a safe and welcoming student town with a close-knit community, making it easy to settle into life in the UK. You'll enjoy a peaceful campus environment while being less than an hour from central London, giving you easy access to world-famous attractions, career opportunities and cultural experiences whenever you want them.