GAIN a UK & US DEGREE Undergraduate

underGRADUATE PROSPECTUS GAIN A UK & US DEGREE CONTENTS

Welcome to Richmond 3 Student life Living on campus Why choose Richmond? 4 Student Government Welcome to Our social mission 5 Societies, events and activities Richmond Business School 6 Our flagship campus events Internships 8 Student Support Study abroad opportunities 10 Student Affairs International community and alumni 11 The Richmond Leadership Academy richmond Health and sports American approach to learning 12 “Having been appointed recently as the eighth President and Vice-Chancellor of Career services School of Liberal Arts 14 Richmond, I’d like to wish you a very warm welcome to the University. I’m honoured Peer mentoring So what is a liberal arts education? 14 to have joined this vibrant and international community” Peer tutoring Liberal Arts core curriculum 15 Two amazing London locations Located in a beautifully historic building, our School of Communications, Arts 16 main campus is in Richmond, in south-west & Social Sciences Richmond Foundation Programme London and covers a six-acre site originally American Studies (BA) 18 founded in 1853 as ‘Richmond College, part How to apply of the University of London’. We also have a Art History & Visual Culture (BA) 19 campus in Kensington in central London, as Direct Application well as study centres in Rome, Florence and Communications: Advertising & Public 20 Leeds. Our alumni community of over 15,000 UCAS Application Relations (BA) come from over 100 countries. Communications: Media Studies (BA) 21 The Common Application Having been granted recently Taught Degree Awarding Powers by the Privy Council, we Film & Photography (BA) 22 Entry requirements have huge appeal as the only university that offers all students both a UK and US Film Studies (BA) 23 Enquiries accredited degree. International History (BA) 24 On top of all that, the dedication from our team of Richmond faculty and staff across our International Relations (BA) 25 three Schools to encourage success and our Richmond has a strong educational and own student community in supporting each Political Science (BA) social mission. We’re very proud of the fact 26 other makes us special. that our graduates have a commitment to Psychology (BA) 27 the well-being of others and society, with My qualifications and career have given a learning culture which aims to support me a great understanding of what students Richmond Business School 28 the development of the whole person. We both need and want from an international Accounting & Finance (BSc) 30 welcome students with diverse interests university. I’ve experienced and enjoyed the and backgrounds and offer undergraduate benefits of a transatlantic education, studying Business Management: Entrepreneurship (BA) 31 education in over 18 subjects and a portfolio in America and Britain. The programmes at of professional postgraduate degrees. Richmond blend the best of both systems, Business Management: 32 combining the broad US curriculum with the Since being founded in 1972, Richmond International Business (BA) British system of specialisation. has a strong tradition as the UK’s American Economics (BA) 33 University in London, with its international I hope you will become part of our community orientation, strategic location and heritage in and experience everything we can offer you. Fashion Management & Marketing (BA) 34 liberal arts education. The multi-disciplinary curriculum and international exchanges are all Professor Lawrence Abeln Finance & Investment (BA) 35 beneficial to students and their careers. Guest speakers, field trips and internships provide a (PhD Cambridge) International Sports Management with Football 36 real insight into potential careers, giving our President and Vice-Chancellor (Leeds) (BA) students a huge competitive advantage. Richmond, The American International Marketing (BA) 37 University in London

2 richmond.ac.uk 3 Professors Without Our social mission Borders in action Our One of our students, Leah Wood, volunteered to help the Wandle Trust, an environmental charity which aims to deliver healthy river ecosystems across the south east of England. Leah worked in a team social helping to clean the river Thames, and she Our social mission also comes to life also helped Richmond’s ‘Great British Why Choose Bake-off Club’, providing cakes for through our association with Professors Without Borders, a social enterprise the volunteers. which, by providing university lecturers Leah said, “Being a part of the Wandle missionEver since Richmond was founded in 1972 and professors, aims to make first class Trust was an honour. We left the site by the social entrepreneur and politician education available for students in knowing we made a difference, leaving the Sir Cyril Taylor, chairman of the American developing countries without the need park and river cleaner and safer for people Institute for Foreign Study (AIFS), the to go abroad. to enjoy.” University has had a strong social mission. Since the inception of Professors Without Sir Cyril Taylor’s vision was that Richmond Borders by one of our alumni in 2015, Leah Wood would be a community with ‘a scholarly yet Richmond? Richmond has had a strong association with We are a global community with staff, students and alumni from over 100 countries, social purpose’ and for all students to have the organisation, supplying academic staff access to international learning opportunities, and students to work either overseas or in creating an academic environment that is welcoming, nurturing and diverse regardless of any differences in ethnicity, the UK on various projects. religion, nationality, gender or economic status. Tessy de Nassau, co-founder of Professors Without Borders and former student at Our two London campuses each have It’s a vision that’s as strong today as ever. superb public transport links. Undergraduate Richmond, commented, “In two years, UK and US degree students are based in Richmond upon Scholarships Our liberal arts approach helps students we have operated five summer schools, Richmond’s unique academic environment Thames, south-west London, for their first If you would like some help to fund develop a strong sense of personal and social three in Sierra Leone, followed by our first ensures you learn from an international one or two years of study, where the campus your studies, we offer a wide range of responsibility, enhancing self-understanding project in Asia in Bangkok and another perspective, in preparation for a is set in an historic six-acre site, just a short scholarships, bursaries and grants in terms and preparing them to deal with complexity, one in Uganda at the first women’s global career. walk away from beautiful Richmond Park of category (UK/EU/Non EU, including US), diversity, and change. university in Africa. We’ve worked in challenging conditions, facing storms and and the river Thames. circumstances and academic achievement. One example of this is that all of our Our degree programmes combine the very floods, flat tyres and logistical mountains All awards are given as waivers towards undergraduates do some form of volunteer best of UK and US teaching, blending the Students move to our second campus in the with administrators and bureaucrats. American focus on the Liberal Arts and Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea, tuition and are subject to terms and work or service learning in a structured way personal development, with the British in the heart of cosmopolitan London, for conditions. The continuation of all awards as part of their degree programme. What’s made it all worthwhile is that we have touched so many lives already, emphasis on subject specialisation. the final two years of their degree. depends upon the ongoing academic A survey conducted among our students inspired students and worked with standing of the student. Scholarships and showed that service learning had a Study one programme, gain two degrees. lecturers locally to address the needs of other financial support are only valid for life-changing impact on them, with all of the community. I am incredibly grateful The University uniquely awards a UK and full-time study. those questioned saying that their volunteering to all the people who have volunteered US qualification at both undergraduate and Please visit richmond.ac.uk/admissions/ had a positive impact on others. Dedicated their time and all our talented lecturers Master’s degree levels. Richmond is able scholarships-financial-assistance/ Not only that, but 86 per cent said they plan and interns. I really enjoyed my time at to award UK degrees having been granted undergraduate-scholarships/ teaching to continue volunteering at the same or a Richmond and I’m delighted to be now Taught Degree Awarding Powers (TDAP) for further details. by the Privy Council. The University also Our lecturers are inspirational and different organisation and 90 per cent said working with the University. Many of the holds US degree-granting authority from the approachable experts in their field. Our See page 50 for information on tuition fees. that doing work in the community provided students who’ve been on internships with State of Delaware under accreditation by students benefit from an average class size them with transferable employability skills. us have said the experience has been The Middle States Commission for Higher of 18, with 15 hours of teaching per week It’s not just the students who have benefitted incredibly formative for their education Education (MSCHE). Degree results are (compared to a typical UK contact of only from working in the community. In the last and careers.” assessed and expressed in both US (GPA) nine hours per week) from fully qualified and Internships academic year, Richmond students worked and UK (BA or BSc Hon classifications). supportive staff who give individual attention. All of our undergraduates have the opportunity with 140 voluntary organisation in Greater Tessy de Nassau to do an eight or nine week internship which London, completing approximately 1,800 provides credits towards their degree and hours of voluntary work. enhances their career options. The organisations have been diverse, from Two amazing Unity in Diversity Great Ormond Street Hospital to Oxfam, with Our commitment to embracing projects including working with refugees and internationalism is captured in our motto, London locations the homeless. ‘Unity in Diversity’. This diversity is shown We can offer two fantastic locations in a in our undergraduate student body, city which has been ranked as the best city with students from the US, UK, EU and in the world for university students, based internationally. Richmond’s focus on the on factors like the local jobs market, the power of internationalism is based on the diversity of the culture and the quality of life notion that success in the 21st century will (according to the QS higher education group depend upon leaders who embrace the which publishes the annual World diversity that exists in the world and who University Rankings 2018). are able to celebrate and harness its true potential. This ethos permeates all of our programmes and classes, while we seek to engage and support the next generation of global leaders as they take the first steps on their international career path. 4 richmond.ac.uk 5 Richmond Business School Richmond Business School undergraduate programmes: postgraduate programmes: • Accounting & Finance (BSc) • Luxury Brand Management (MA) (in partnership with Condé Nast College • Business Management: Richmond Business School of Fashion & Design) New facility Entrepreneurship (BA) • Master in Business • Business Management: International Administration (MBA) Business (BA) • Master in Business Administration • Economics (BA) We’re delighted to have added a new, contemporary space for (MBA): Human Resource Management • Fashion Management & Master in Business Administration Richmond Business School Marketing (BA) (MBA): Marketing • Finance & Investment (BA) Located in Kensington High Street, in the • Marketing (BA) heart of London, the newly refurbished building will include a great space for students and faculty alike, with a small lecture theatre, study areas, classrooms and an open-plan seating area. The new facility is less than five minutes’ walk from our other Kensington campus buildings, home to our library, IT labs and dining hall. It will be a great learning environment for our Business students.

Professor Lawrence Abeln (PhD Cambridge) President and Vice-Chancellor Richmond, The American International University in London

6 richmond.ac.uk 7 Below are some of the many organisations which “I’m a Psychology major and I’m currently have welcomed our undergraduates as interns: in my last semester. During my internship Art, Design and Visual Non Profit and NGO I was a research assistant helping with a Social Relationships Study at Kings College Internships Culture Street Invest London’s Denmark Hill campus. The study Proud Gallery Sport Inspired looks at the gender differences in Autism Design me Textiles Choice International Spectrum Disorder in adults. Richmond offers all undergraduates the opportunity to take an eight/nine week, SEO The internship has benefited me as now I Fashion and Beauty Pathway CTM full-time work placement (subject to grade and reference requirements being met), know what the job of a research assistant Emilio de la Morena looks like and the tasks involved. I also which provides credits towards their degree. Our Internship team has a strong Psychology and Atelier Tammam developed a greater sense of professionalism Research network with London and overseas based companies and works closely with various HalfPenny London and I’m more confident about my future Motasem Fulham Hammersmith transition from the classroom into the agencies specialising in worldwide placements Mind workplace. In addition, the placement Finance and Accounting Solace Women’s AID has shaped my future career choices as King’s College I am now considering pursuing a career There can be a big difference between • Networking opportunities, and the IHS Markit Other benefits of our internship Bfinance Castle Craig in research. learning theories in the classroom and programme include: chance to gain personal references for The Mix applying them in the workplace. The hands- your Curriculum Vitae (CV or résumé) Modern Money Overall it was a very good experience on, practical experience of an internship will • Gaining valuable experience, with full and examples for your portfolio Intelligent Partnership and I would recommend every student at give you the opportunity to use your academic supervision and regular feedback, which Political Science and Richmond to do an internship if they have • Having the opportunity to prove International Relations knowledge in a real situation, reinforcing what will enhance your employability and help History an opportunity to do so.” you stand out from other graduates yourself, grow in confidence and gain a Labour Party you have previously learnt through your studies. Fulham Palace sense of achievement that will give you Fulbright Commission Oliwia Gorzynska • Improving your communication and Jewish Museum of London It could also help you to get your foot in renewed focus when you return to Professors without borders from Poland, studying BA in Psychology presentation skills, and developing your Museum of Brands, the door at a world-leading organisation, your studies. US Commercial Service one you’ve always dreamed of joining. We critical thinking and creativity Packaging & Advertising If you choose to complete your internship House of Commons have close relationships with organisations • Acquiring first-hand industry knowledge abroad, you will also have the chance to from a wide range of industries, and work that you would not learn anywhere else immerse yourself in a new culture and learn/ Marketing and Market individually with each student to place them Research PR and • Learning about your chosen role, and practise another language. in an internship that matches their interests SIS International Communications ensuring it’s the right career path for you and aspirations as closely as possible. Saunders 1865 Me:Mo CISI Good Work Simbiotik CCD PR Go Mammoth Bacchus PR

Media, Journalism and Theatre and Film “This summer I had the chance to work as Publishing Omnibus a Research Intern for an MP. During my Zest Media The Space internship I learned a lot from the people Taylor Magazine Lift-off Film Festival I met, worked with, or listened to. KCW Today However, I also felt like I was making a Westside Radio concrete contribution through my work and that was extremely satisfying. Experiencing the ‘behind the scenes’ of Parliament at Westminster and understanding better the political processes of the country I now consider home has been truly amazing. After this summer, walking by Westminster Palace will always feel a bit special.”

Miriam Antonini from Italy, studying BA in International Relations

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International community Our Alumni and alumni Chanel is the USA Today best-selling author of Study Abroad Richmond’s alumni community is truly Reese Witherspoon Book Club pick ‘Next Year international, with over 15,000 former in Havana’. She gained a BA in International students living in 100 countries. Our Relations from Richmond. graduates automatically become members of Originally from Florida, Chanel grew up on our global alumni network, creating a lifelong stories of her family’s exodus from Cuba opportunities connection to the University that will help you following the events of the Cuban Revolution. build your career and social contacts. Her passion for politics and history continued Our alumni network is a great source of during her years spent studying. She loves to At Richmond, we believe in providing access to education on a global scale. Studying support and expertise, and we hope you travel and has lived in the Caribbean, Europe, abroad gives you the chance to broaden your horizons - to immerse yourself will take part in our many social and and Asia. business opportunities throughout your “Studying at Richmond was an invaluable in a new culture, explore a new city, meet new people and experience different career, wherever you are in the world. We experience that really shaped my view of languages and traditions also encourage our alumni to share their the world. I learned so much from my fellow Richmond stories and keep us up to date with classmates and their diverse experiences. developments in their lives. By doing so, our For an International Relations major, I graduates help us to inspire and motivate couldn’t have asked for a better opportunity future cohorts of students, providing them Carley Bucknell, studying BA in Art History to examine global events and history. My with a valuable insight into the world of work. and Visual Culture, talks about her Study years at Richmond have certainly been Abroad experience, having spent a semester The benefits at a glance influential in my writing career and life.” in Florence. • Professional networking and career Chanel Cleeton “Being in Florence was a phenomenal support Author experience, it is a remarkable city which will stick with me as my second home for the • Opportunities to promote your company rest of my life. to other alumni via our business directory My love for Florence comes from the city, the culture and the food. The people were • Social networking fantastic, the staff were excellent. It is safe • Regional support through local charities to say my experience would not have been and groups half as amazing without the work and care of everyone on the Richmond in Florence • Access to the latest Richmond and team. I learnt so much about life, Italy and alumni news via our dedicated art, it helped me to adapt and taught me newsletters how to immerse myself in another culture. • Invitations to events in your area Marc graduated from Richmond in 2006 I implore everyone, anyone reading this to • Volunteering and giving opportunities with a BA in International Business seriously consider Florence as your next stop Management and Finance. in your life. It was one hundred percent the Wherever your career path leads, Richmond best thing I have ever experienced.” will be there to support you. He is the CEO and co-founder of Dogtown Media, a mobile technology studio based in Carley Bucknell Venice, California and Montevideo, Uruguay. His company has been recognised as one of the Top Mobile App Developers globally (Clutch Research) and ranked #271 on the INC 500 list of Fastest Growing Companies in America. “Richmond instilled me with a deep Richmond’s study centres: Students are able to study for a summer, appreciation for the nuances of applying Rome and Florence, Italy a semester or a full year abroad and then business acumen to different markets, vital for transfer all their credits back to Richmond an entrepreneur to make the transition from a We have study centres based in the heart to complete their degree, all without the start-up concept to a profitable business. of Rome and Florence, where students can need to pay for expensive international fees I’m actively engaged in social impact enjoy a cultural experience alongside their or adding extra time to their programme. initiatives as a youth mentor with the academic studies. In addition to classes, for This gives students an exciting international Network for Teaching Entrepreneurship example, students may undertake academic experience to help them seek employment and as a board member of Beautify Earth, field trips and weekend visits to Pompeii, Pisa after graduation. and Venice. Accommodation and meals a non-profit focused on revitalising urban are included. Please refer to richmond.ac.uk for a full list areas through local art initiatives.” of our international partners. Marc Fischer International Partnership Summer School CEO Dogtown Media, Forbes Technology Programme We are launching an exciting new initiative Council and a contributing writer to We offer students the opportunity to study which will extend our Study Abroad Entrepreneur.com, Forbes, and INC.com abroad with our partners in New York, opportunities even further. Through Shanghai, Australia, New Zealand, Athens, International Field Research, students will Brussels, Paris, Florida, Buenos Aires, South be able to study for two weeks in London, Korea, Madrid and many more places around then four weeks at a university in Mexico, the world. gaining three credits towards their degree and experiencing a fantastic international study opportunity.

10 richmond.ac.uk 11 Three Year Pathway A new initiative this year, we’re delighted to be able to offer some of our subjects as three year pathway programmes. The three year pathways are now available in American Studies, Art History and Visual Culture, Communications: Advertising and Public Relations, Communications: Media Studies, Film and Photography, Film Studies, American International History, International Relations and Political Science. All of our students on these pathways will still benefit from our liberal arts framework, so that, over a shorter period, they will gain a multi-disciplinary knowledge of the world combined with focused study in a specific area of interest. Contact our Admissions team to find out approach more about whether you qualify for our three year pathways. Four Year Pathways and Credit Transfer All of our undergraduate programmes are offered on a four year pathway, based on to learning the US educational approach and liberal arts Based on the US educational system, your main subject specialism in our BA degree tradition, making Richmond the only UK university where all undergraduate degrees will be a ‘major’. You can also choose to take a minor, an optional subsidiary subject. can be studied within this framework. It’s your choice: you can either study a major, a major/minor combination or you may We welcome applications from students who have completed university-level work which decide to ‘double major’. Students who choose to take a double major will graduate is recognised or accredited by the relevant governmental agencies in their own country. with a major in two of our subjects. This choice will usually involve taking a number In this case, transfer credits may be awarded, of additional courses, with an extended duration of study contact our Admissions team for more details.

Minors You have the option of taking one of the • History following subjects as a minor alongside • International Business Some students choose to minor in a subject your major: that they are passionate about. Others opt • International Relations for a subject that will make them stand • Accounting* out in the job market, or when applying for • Law postgraduate study. The majority of majors are • Accounting & Finance* • Literature also available as a minor, but some subjects • American Studies • Marketing are only available as a minor. • Art History & Visual Culture • Mathematics For example, you may decide to study a • Chinese Studies BA degree in Psychology with a minor in • Philosophy Philosophy, a BA degree in International • Communications • Political Science Relations with a minor in Economics, a BA • Digital degree in International Business with a minor • Psychology in Communications or you may choose to • Economics • Sociology double major in History and Political Science. • Environmental Studies In each case, you will initially apply for just • Theatre Arts one major. However, all majors and minors • European Studies *Please note, this minor is not available for completed will be listed individually on your • Fashion Marketing students majoring in Business Management. transcript when you graduate **The Finance minor is not available for • Film Studies from Richmond. students majoring in Accounting & Finance. • Finance**

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Liberal Arts Core Curriculum

The School Scientific Reasoning Programme Structure Upon entry to Richmond, all Explore the impact of science, both on students follow the liberal arts core Your degree at Richmond will usually take four years (or eight semesters), although this everyday life and academic enquiry. What curriculum before specialising in can be shortened through the transfer do you take into account when you consider their chosen field. So what are of eligible academic credit. your carbon footprint? How do you evaluate the advantages? the quality and conclusions of a double In the first years you will study a variety of blind trial? You will explore scientific areas subjects from the core curriculum. The liberal Flexibility ranging from ethics to evolution, physics to arts core curriculum consists of ten three physiology, climate change to conservation, You do not have to choose your specialisation credit courses, some of which are trials and testing to thinkers and innovators. of Liberal at the point of entry. In the freshman (first) outlined below. year, students typically study a variety of Research and Writing I subjects prior to confirming their main area of Transitions: London Calling I Develop your ability to read and think study (major) later in the programme. You can Our mission is to develop you as a student, critically, and to analyse texts from a range tailor your programme to suit your aspirations. an active citizen and a future employable of genres. How do you successfully negotiate graduate. Think of this course as an Choice a path through a sea of information and opportunity to consider your transition to then write it up? Using information literacy Alongside your major, you can also choose university, reflecting on your development skills to help with guided research, you will to study a minor (a smaller specialisation). as an independent learner and a critical develop your ability to produce effective and Arts This allows you to diversify your degree, thinker. You will research and create a plan appropriate academic writing across We’re enormously proud of our American heritage. Richmond is the only university specialising in more than one area of study. for service learning or voluntary work in the the curriculum. in the UK where all undergraduate degrees are offered in the American system Some students elect to ‘double major’, taking London area. You will learn to use a range two subjects as equal major specialisms. of digital platforms for individual and group Research and Writing II of education, based in the liberal arts, allowing you to shape your own learning project work, focusing heavily on effective Careers You will learn how to produce well-researched communication, including oral presentation, writing that demonstrates critical engagement. according to your interests and needs. Following this academic path provides a Employers today look for the right skills, rather and taking into account issues of accessibility How do you develop your critical research and than the right major. A liberal arts degree from for all. writing skills to be effective in the academic wealth of opportunities that few UK universities can match Richmond provides you with key transferable Transitions: London Calling II and professional arenas? How do you design skills: written and verbal communication, and structure an argument that is convincing? problem solving, cultural sensitivity, creativity, Your development will continue as you make By opening your eyes to the way subjects You will be able to answer these questions and flexibility. Upon graduating from full use of the research undertaken in ‘London So what is a liberal arts connect, it enables you to gain a broader and more as you develop confidence in your Richmond, you will go out into the workplace Calling I’. Learn how you can use London, perspective of the world around you. writing skills. education? with the ability to make sound judgements with all of its attractions and problems, to All of our undergraduates experience our and think critically and independently. help others while helping yourself. Humanities and Social Sciences Strong heritage liberal arts approach through our core Subject exemptions Creative Expression Choose one course from a selection (your The tradition of the liberal arts traces its roots curriculum during the first years of their choice must not overlap with a course used to to ancient Europe and medieval universities. academic studies, so our School has You may be exempt from some of these Explore the ways we can interpret and fulfil a major requirement) from such topics as Greeks and Romans considered a liberal arts strong links with other departments and subjects and could complete your degree appreciate different types of art across Foundations of American Studies, Culture and education necessary in order for a human programmes, including Communications, sooner. For guidance, contact cultures. How can we make sense of an art Development, Modern Economic History and being to be free. Meanwhile the study of Economics and Psychology. [email protected] or phone installation that consists of a pile of stones Introduction to Philosophy. medieval liberal arts emphasised civic duty, Inter-disciplinary skills are becoming +44 (0)20 8332 8330. on a gallery floor? How can we understand grammar, rhetoric, logic and the development increasingly important in education, and a music and the creative expression behind it? Quantitative Reasoning of the individual in order to achieve one’s crucial skill in the workplace. The curriculum Through examples from the fine arts, film, Develop an understanding of basic full potential. is designed to ensure that you receive the best theatre, music, design and fashion, you’ll mathematical concepts and their practical consider the role artistic and creative thinking The core aim of a liberal arts education possible start when adapting to the academic application. Is it possible to use mathematics world of university, and that you also begin to plays in education, social relations, urbanism to predict the next new trends in music? remains true to these roots today, which is and the creative economy. to develop well-rounded individuals with learn and develop the key transferable skills Topics such as interest rates, interpreting knowledge ranging from science and literature that employers are looking for, giving you the graphs and mathematics in the environment to maths and global development and other competitive edge when you graduate. and creative arts will be covered. innovative combinations. Do please explore more and find out what our It encourages you to be innovative, explore liberal arts approach can offer you. It could be a wide range of subjects, and develop exactly what you’re looking for. your intellectual curiosity. It reaches across disciplines, building connections between Professor Mary Robert “One of the greatest aspects of studying at Richmond was the liberal arts element to different academic areas such as philosophy, Dean of The School of Liberal Arts science, writing, business, creativity, my International Relations degree. As well as being able to study my main subject, I communications, digital futures, international relations, history, and psychology. was able to supplement this with other courses that I would not have necessarily been able to study in a typical British university.” Ryan Baldry, from the UK, BA in International Relations

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School of Communications, Arts & Social Sciences A cultural, political and communications hub, there is no better place for studying communications, arts and social sciences than London. With a wealth of fascinating and informative locations to visit on the doorstep, the classroom comes alive for our students as they explore everything that London has to offer

We’re a thoroughly international and Our aim as faculty is to ensure that, by cosmopolitan institution with students from the time you graduate, you have a solid all over the world. On arriving in London, theoretical and methodological grounding in students have many questions relating to your subject, ending with a substantial piece issues of identity, culture, language, religion, of individual research. An optional internship society and citizenship – all of which are provides invaluable work experience. Our addressed in the study of our success here is one of the main reasons why undergraduate programmes. Richmond’s alumni have gained entry to leading graduate schools all over the world Our students often comment on the ready and occupy top positions in a wide range of availability of our faculty. Average classes international organisations and companies. at Richmond are both much smaller and more ethnically diverse than at most other We invite you to join us and to add your own universities. With a typical junior or senior creativity to the exploration of the rich and level class-size of between 10 and 20 diverse disciplines in which we specialise. students, we emphasise individual attention, small group work, student participation, Dr Alex Seago personal research paper writing and seminar- Dean of The School of Communications, style discussion, rather than large, impersonal Arts and Social Sciences lectures and ‘multiple-choice’ styles of testing.

16 richmond.ac.uk 17 BA BA american Studies Art History & Visual Culture 3 year pathway - ucas code: RU01 3 year pathway - ucas code: RU02 4 year Programme - ucas code: t700 4 year Programme - ucas code: 4a36

Studies duration: Studies duration: Available as a three year pathway and four Available as a three year pathway and four year programme. year programme. Start dates: Start dates: September, January, May September, January, May Where: Where: You will be based at the Richmond campus You will be based at the Richmond campus for the first part of your degree, then in for the first part of your degree, then in Kensington, central London, for the second Kensington, central London, for the second part. Students also have the opportunity to part. Students also have the opportunity to study at one of our international study at one of our international partner partner universities. universities, as well as at the Richmond study centres in Florence and Rome. Programme Overview A global superpower, and one of the most Programme Overview influential countries in modern history, Discover why art matters with our BA Art America touches all of our lives. If it’s a History & Visual Culture programme, perfect country that you find fascinating, explore US for those who want to work in the arts culture, history, and politics with our BA in or creative world or go on to do American Studies. Top five reasons to study Where do Richmond’s postgraduate study. Top five reasons to study Where do Richmond’s Art Why study American Studies in a this programme: American Studies Begin your journey with an exploration of this programme: History & Visual Culture non-American university? You’ll be able photography, media and communications. 1. Develop a broad understanding of 1. Explore the history and contemporary to study this subject in a truly American You’ll study how art changes across cultures American Studies, touching on a variety graduates go? contexts of art and design across cultures graduates go? environment, with a programme which is and explore everything from the history and of disciplines including International Embassy of the Dominican Republic, while using London as your base Barons Court Theatre, Boston Ballet, based on the American liberal arts system theory of painting and sculpture to print, Relations, Political Science, Cultural European Commission, Moody’s Investors Christies, Vogue Magazine Graduate School, of learning. photography, film, advertising and fashion, 2. Gain fascinating insights into the latest Studies, Film Studies, Communications Service, PwC, US Department of Homeland V&A Museum developing your communication and debates within art history and visual As well as American history, politics and and Art & Design Security, AXA Rosenberg, Deutsche Bank, research skills. culture through a faculty which is very foreign policy, you’ll study courses on Latin Mercedes-Benz, The Albert Baker Funs, 2. Opportunity to study alongside American active in research America and the Caribbean, alongside courses BB, Bloomberg L.P., EMI Music, 19 London becomes the second classroom in Career Paths for Art and international students creates lively on US film, literature, pop culture (including Entertainment, Walt Disney Entertainment year three, as you’ll get a taste of all the arts 3. Experience original artworks and discussions and brings American music and art) and contemporary cultural and visual culture in the city’s world-leading collections in London’s museums and History & Visual Culture Studies alive issues in the USA. museums and art galleries. Field trips to art galleries first hand Graduates 3. Build expertise in the changing Career paths for American centres in the UK and abroad will extend 4. Benefit from field trips in the UK and key You could get a taste of America through visits relationships between North America Museum Curation, Archivism, Journalism, your perspective. European art centres to the Benjamin Franklin House in London and South America Studies graduates Arts Administration and the British Museum. There’s also the Media, Marketing, Advertising, Music, Film Themes in Contemporary US Art, History 5. Develop networks in the global art chance to do an internship and benefit from 4. Specialise in specific aspects of politics, of Design and Working in the Art World history, and culture in the Americas and Television Industry, Events Management world and cultural industries through the numerous exchange possibilities with are all core topics in the second half of the programme and via the integrated universities and colleges in the US, Canada 5. Chance to study abroad in the USA, this programme. Take your pick from some internship, boosting your career options and Latin America. Canada or Latin America through exciting electives which include Questioning Richmond’s partner programmes Renaissance Art, Fashion and Media, Film in the Americas and Art in Prehistoric Europe. Gain practical experience through our course content and an optional internship within a leading arts or creative organisation, to improve your employability after graduation. “I wanted to gain a broad understanding of American “London is an amazing resource. It is incredible politics and culture and it was important for me to that we can walk in and out of a museum and have a study in a genuinely American environment.” lecture while being surrounded by masterpieces.” Alice Sparkhall Matilde Tariello

18 richmond.ac.uk 19 BA (previously Known AS Marketing Communications & Public Relations) BA Communications: Advertising & Communications: Media Studies 3 year pathway - ucas code: RU05 Public Relations 4 year Programme - ucas code: p300 3 year pathway - ucas code: RU03 - 4 year Programme - ucas code: np52

Programme Overview Programme Overview Looking to launch a career in If you’d like to make your passion in film, Communications? Explore the ever-evolving television or digital media into a career, take world of Advertising and Public Relations a look at our BA degree in Communications with a programme which will provide you specialising in Media Studies. with a thorough grasp of both of these During the first two years of the programme, exciting industries. Top five reasons to study Where do Richmond with our other BA Communications students, Top five reasons to study Where do Richmond In the first two years of this degree, you’ll this programme: Communications: you will study the principles and context of this programme: Communications: media learn the principles of communication; all of communications and media. Gain industry 1. Explore the worlds of advertising, PR 1. Combine a broad understanding our BA in Communications students take the experience and insight from renowned guest and communications in London, the advertising & PR of communications with in-depth studies graduates go? same core courses to develop their knowledge lecturers from the worlds of film, television hub of the global marketing knowledge of film, television and digital BBC, Bloomberg L.P, EMI Music, and skills. graduates go? and digital media. communications industry communications, a winning combination 19 Entertainment, 20th Century Fox BBC, Bloomberg L.P, EMI Music, The third and fourth years of this programme In the third and fourth years of this for a career in media Entertainment, Sony, Disney Television 2. Learn from experienced academics and are devoted to more specialisation in 19 Entertainment, Omnicom, MediaCom, programme you’ll be specialising in International, Omnicom, Viacom, Mediacom guest lecturers and become a student 2. Benefit from the teaching of our Advertising and Public Relations, when you’ll Viacom, Disney Television International Media Studies, with a choice of electives member of the PRCA – Europe’s largest renowned academics and guest lecturers have the option to choose electives from an from American Television Drama to PR body array of exciting topics, including Celebrities, Photojournalism, Modern Popular Music 3. Gain vital work experience through an Career paths for Sport, Video Production, Fashion Marketing 3. Gain vital work experience through an Career paths for to Gender in Film. internship in a wide range of leading and Retailing and Political Communication. internship chosen from a wide range of international organisations in London, Communications Communications Put your ideas to the test with the opportunity leading international organisations in the USA and China Not only that, you’ll also have the opportunity to pursue an internship with a media graduates London, the USA and China graduates to put your ideas into practice by pursuing company or global organisation in London or 4. Develop strong communication skills Media, Marketing, Advertising, Corporate an internship with a leading communications 4. Develop strong communication skills Media, Marketing, Advertising, Corporate internationally. An internship can be life- in small classes within an international Communications, Music industry, Events company or global organisation. in small classes within an international Communications, Music industry, changing, providing you with the experience environment, alongside students from all Management, Public Relations environment, alongside students from all Events Management, Public Relations to get the first rung on the career ladder. over the world over the world 5. Chance to study in London, a hub of the Gain membership of The Public Relations 5. Chance to specialise in electives of your global media communications industry and Communications Association (PRCA) - You’ll have membership of The Public choice which could open up specialist Europe’s largest and most influential PR and Relations and Communications Association career opportunities for you communications membership body (PRCA) – Europe’s largest and most influential PR and communications membership body, which organises training, conferences and events for communications professionals “Studying for a BA in Communications at Richmond, “My chosen Major, Communications: Media Studies, is I have had the opportunity to have fantastic an inclusive programme and provided me with the lecturers who are professional, fun and extremely tools and experience to move confidently into any knowledgeable on their subjects, which is career of my choosing.” Livia Randaccio incredibly encouraging for my future.” Lisa Mahr 20 richmond.ac.uk 21 BA BA Film & Photography Film Studies 3 year pathway - ucas code: RU10 3 year pathway - ucas code: RU06 4 year Programme - ucas code: p400 4 year Programme - ucas code: p303

Programme Overview Programme Overview An exciting career in film and photography For anyone interested in a career in film, this will be open to you after you’ve graduated programme is a must. It incorporates the in this BA programme, having explored the historical, critical and theoretical aspects of fast-moving world of film and photography. film, including television and new media, in Whether you prefer the still or moving image, a multi-disciplinary context. it will be challenging and inspiring, with Top five reasons to study Career paths for Film & You’ll be living in London, one of the Top five reasons to study Where do Richmond’s Film a combination of theoretical and world’s top cultural centres and home to practical experience. this programme: photography graduates this programme: Studies graduates go? world-leading film production companies Film Production, Directing, Screenwriting, Vogue Magazine, NBC News, Al Jazeera, The programme begins with an overview of 1. Gain career-boosting skills through and studios. 1. Gain in-depth understanding of the Photography, Journalism, Teaching, Boston Ballet, Christies mass media and communications, and an specialist focus on film and photography theory and practice of the film industry Media, Communications Our programme begins with a look at mass introduction to photography and film. You will 2. Benefit from the teaching of our media and communications, photography 2. Develop strong practical skills such as explore the international history and theory of experienced academics and and an introduction to Film Studies. screenwriting, film production, editing, Career paths for Film filmmaking and photography, looking at the guest lecturers There’s an emphasis on the history of film, which are highly attractive to employers milestones within both industries as well as 3. Gain vital work experience through an third world/postcolonial cinema and the 3. Opportunity to study a multi-disciplinary Studies graduates the pioneers and their key achievements. internship, choose from a wide range programme explores some fascinating film programme that combines areas of study Film production, Directing, Screenwriting, Industry-leading guest lecturers will provide of leading international organisations in themes, including gender, horror, fantasy and in the Humanities Journalism, Teaching, Media, their perspective on the film and photography London, the USA or China science fiction. Communications 4. London location provides great world, provoking discussion and 4. Develop strong communication skills A strong practical element will include video opportunity to explore the world of film critical thought. in small classes within an international production, acting and screen writing, and at first hand, with visits to cinemas, In the second part of this programme, there’s environment, alongside students from documentary film production. studios, and production companies a strong emphasis on the practical as you’ll all over the world Choose from electives like Screen Acting 5. Gain vital work experience that is be specialising in filmmaking, as well as the 5. Study in London, a hub of global film Techniques, Psychology and Cinema, desirable to employers in the film development of photographic techniques, production and photography organisations American Television Drama and Animation industry by doing an integrated with a choice of electives from Documentary and Motion to extend specialist skills. Not international internship Theory and Production to Animation and only that, but a minor in Media Production Motion, Scriptwriting to Advanced may be added to your major in Film Studies. Digital Video. There’s the opportunity to do an integrated The home of many world-leading film internship, gaining great experience by production companies and photography working within the film industry. studios, London is a great location for this programme and you can do an optional internship with a London-based film or “London is a truly international city and a liberal “I get to study in one of the world’s most exciting photography company. arts degree stands out to employers as it shows an cities and have the opportunity of being taught by individual with a well-rounded academic background.” experienced professors who have worked in the Katrina Sahlberg film industry first hand.” Emily Rago 22 richmond.ac.uk 23 BA BA International History International Relations 3 year pathway - ucas code: RU07 3 year pathway - ucas code: RU08 4 year Programme - ucas code: v100 4 year Programme - ucas code: l240

Programme Overview Programme Overview Explore international history from ancient to Delve into the ever-changing political contemporary times with this exciting and landscape and explore big global challenges diverse programme. as you blend politics, economics, history and law with a BA in International Relations. Based in London, where the streets are filled with history, you’ll have access to some of the It will provide you with specific knowledge world’s top museums and galleries. Top five reasons to study Where do Richmond’s in three core areas: International Relations Top five reasons to study Where do Richmond’s theory and concepts, global institutions, and Our programme begins with a broad this programme: International History this programme: International Relations contemporary issues in international affairs. introduction to International History, including 1. London provides the perfect backdrop 1. Acquire an analytical grasp of graduates go? such topics as World Cultural History and The to study International History – with graduates go? You’ll be able to choose topics from a variety contemporary social, political and Global Cold War. world-leading museums and collections Whitgift School, University of Virginia, Oxford of electives including ‘International Human economic issues as well as conflicts The Embassy of Dominican Republic, the University, Cambridge University, LSE, Rights’, ‘Conflict and Peace Studies’, ‘Foreign European Commission, Moody’s Investors You’ll continue with an exploration of empires on the doorstep at international and regional level Greenpeace USA, WorldStrides - Capstones Policy Analysis’, ‘Diplomatic Studies’, ‘US Service, KPMG, The ECB, the Federal and imperialism, flows of peoples, material 2. Broaden your perspective by 2. Interdisciplinary programme combining Programs, The United Nations Children’s Grand Strategy’, ‘Global Energy Politics’, and Reserve Bank, Microsoft Corporation, culture, war and peace, and the international understanding the main actors and areas of study from the Humanities and Fund, BBC, Bloomberg L.P, NBC News, ‘Critical Globalization Studies’. PricewaterhouseCoopers and the US significance of cultural and visual history. other fields ensures breadth of approach Al Jazeera institutions in the international system Department of Homeland Security You can specialise in the International Some fascinating courses are available so and their impact on society 3. Opportunity to learn from highly Relations of different regions, including the that you can specialise in topics which appeal 3. Gain vital work experience with an qualified, internationally renowned USA, Latin America, the EU, Asia, Russia, to you, such as Culture, Power and Empire, Career paths for international internship Career Paths for professors who are very active in research Africa and the Middle East. Visualising Enlightenment, Games of Thrones, 4. Take part in classes held in the Houses Migration and Diasporas. 4. You can participate in exciting International History It’s a broad remit as you’ll investigate International Relations of Parliament and jointly taught with educational trips to historical security, nationalism and warfare while also You’ll have the option of doing an accredited graduates MPs, a truly unique experience graduates institutions in London and overseas addressing politics within international law internship programme, which can provide Research, Teaching, Museums, Galleries, and institutions, the global economy, and 5. Learn from faculty academics leading Government, Diplomacy, Foreign Affairs, invaluable work experience. Plus consider 5. Gain vital work experience with an Media, Communications, Advertising, Public issues related to development and research in specialist areas from ‘US NGOs, Media, Banking, Research whether you’d like to do a minor in another integrated international internship Relations, Graduate Study/Academia developing states. Grand Strategy’ to ‘International subject, such as Media Production, American Human Rights’ Studies or Marketing. Gain vital work experience with an international internship, enhancing your career opportunities.

“This programme offers an excellent assortment “International Relations classes here are so of both classical and contemporary studies, from enriching and engaging, not only because I love what Ancient Rome to the Cold War.” I’m studying but also because of the structure in John Blair which classes are taught.” Sky Harsch

24 richmond.ac.uk 25 BA BA Political Science Psychology 3 year pathway - ucas code: RU09 4 year Programme - ucas code: c880 4 year Programme - ucas code: l210

Studies duration: Studies duration: Available as a three year pathway and four Available as a four year programme. See year programme. richmond.ac.uk for details of exemptions. Start dates: Start dates: September, January, May September, January, May Where: Where: You will be based at the Richmond campus You will be based at the Richmond campus for the first part of your degree, then in for the first two years of your degree, then Kensington, central London, for the second in Kensington, central London, for the part. Students also have the opportunity third and fourth years. Students also have to study at one of our international the opportunity to study at one of our partner universities. international partner universities.

Programme Overview Programme Overview We live in an era of political change and Uncover the fascinating world of human upheaval. This BA goes behind the headlines behaviour with our BA in Psychology which to discover the structures and ideas that is accredited by the British Psychological shape global politics, and will open up a wide Society (BPS). range of exciting career possibilities for you. With this programme, you will explore Our programme focuses on three core areas Top five reasons to study Where do Richmond’s memory, language, creativity, personality, Top five reasons to study Where do Richmond of Political Science: political thought, political this programme: political science social interaction and brain processes and this programme: Psychology graduates go? systems and public policy, from the theory of the reasons for psychological differences each to real world political situations. 1. Acquire an analytical grasp of graduates go? between people. 1. The BPS accreditation offers access to Stanford University School of Medicine, contemporary social, political and the widest range of training, development Surrey and Borders Partnership NHS You’ll enjoy a broad study of political thinkers economic issues of concern to policy The Embassy of Dominican Republic, the From an introduction to Psychology in the and employment opportunities Foundation Trust, ChildNet Youth and Family and theories, going beyond the classroom to makers, business, the media and European Commission, Moody’s Investors first year, you’ll dig deeper into the discipline 2. Equips you with the ability to put Services, Swiss International Scientific School experience practical policy issues. Discover civil society Service, KPMG, The ECB, the Federal in your second year as you study Conceptual theories into practice in counselling, in Dubai, West London NHS Trust, Education British politics in the setting of the Houses Reserve Bank, Microsoft Corporation, and Historical Issues in Psychology, for Change Public Schools, FBI of Parliament. 2. Access to leading non-governmental, PwC and the US Department of Developmental Psychology and clinical, legal, forensic science governmental and political institutions Homeland Security Biological Psychology. 3. Provides scientific insights into human A number of fascinating electives are on will bring your studies alive offer, such as ‘Gender, Politics and IR’, An exciting range of subjects are on offer and organisational behaviour transferable Career Paths for ‘Democracy and Democratization’, ‘Politics of 3. Gain vital work experience with an Career Paths for Political in the final two years, from Cognitive into areas such as Neuroscience, Psychology graduates Environmentalism’, and ‘Religion, Identity international internship Neuroscience to Experimental Methods in Law, Management, HR and Marketing Research and Power’. 4. Take part in classes held in the Houses Science graduates Psychology, with really interesting electives Clinical Psychology, Counselling, where you can specialise such as Psychology Neuroscience and Criminology, Forensic You can also take courses which allow you to of Parliament and jointly taught with Government (for instance, the Diplomatic 4. Opportunity to be a member of and Cinema; the Psychology of Happiness Psychology, Market Research, Teaching, specialise in the politics of different regions, MPs, a truly unique experience Service and Ministry of Defence in the UK), the only Psi Chi chapter in the UK, and Well-being; Clinical Psychology the International Honor Society Education and Management including the USA, Latin America, the EU, 5. Learn from faculty academics leading NGOs, Charities, Social Enterprises, Law, and Criminology. in Psychology Asia, Russia, Africa and the Middle East. research in specialist areas from Journalism, Banking, Research and Policy Many of our students also gain international ‘Politics in the USA’ to ‘Religion, Think Tanks, Consultancies, Humanitarian An option to do an accredited internship 5. American liberal arts system provides political experience through an Identity and Power’ Organisations and International Organisations opens up a world of opportunities. inter-disciplinary approach which accredited internship. broadens skills and knowledge

“My experience of studying Political Science at “What I have gained during my first three years of Richmond has been wonderful.” BA in Psychology is experience, confidence, and the Teyah Payne opportunity to further myself.” Alessandra Baratelli

26 richmond.ac.uk 27 Richmond Business School The School specialises in offering high quality, vocationally relevant undergraduate and postgraduate degrees in Business Management and Economics. With our twin campus location in Kensington and Richmond, we aim to deliver an innovative higher education experience dedicated to teaching excellence and exceptional student learning opportunities

As a student in our Business School, you will We’re proud of the fact that the Business be taught by leading faculty and business School is an accredited Higher Education practitioners in small classes, where you will Partner of the Chartered Management Institute be encouraged to develop your full academic (CMI) - the only Chartered professional body and personal potential. Our graduates are in the UK dedicated to promoting the highest highly valued by employers, with recent standards in management and leadership alumni now working for a range of leading excellence. It means our graduates are eligible organisations including Apple Inc., Citigroup, to receive a dual award from the CMI in Goldman Sachs and KPMG. Management and Leadership, giving them professional recognition in their We offer a specialist suite of Business and discipline area. Economics programmes at undergraduate level and an innovative MBA delivered at our All in all, it’s a great place to study. Kensington campus. Whichever programme I hope you will join us. you choose, you will be joining a vibrant Business School dedicated to supporting you Professor Adrian Wilkins in achieving your academic and career goals. Dean of The Richmond Business School

28 richmond.ac.uk 29 BSC BA Accounting & Finance Business Management: 4 year Programme - ucas code: Nn34 Entrepreneurship 4 year Programme - ucas code: n100

Studies duration: Studies duration: Available as a four year programme. Available as a four year programme. See richmond.ac.uk for details of exemptions. See richmond.ac.uk for details of exemptions. Start dates: Start dates: September, January, May September, January, May Where: Where: You will be based at the Richmond campus You will be based at the Richmond campus for the first part of your degree, then in for the first part of your degree, then in Kensington, central London, for the second Kensington, central London, for the second part. Students also have the opportunity part. Students also have the opportunity to study at one of our international to study at one of our international partner universities. partner universities.

Programme Overview Programme Overview This programme is primarily designed for Interested in creating your own students who are interested in following entrepreneurial venture? Gain all the skills a career in accountancy or in obtaining you need to run your own business with this professional accounting qualifications at the programme which combines practical training start of their business career. in business with academic know-how. We’re very proud of our highly employable Top five reasons to study Where do Richmond’s Beginning with the principles of Business Top five reasons to study Where do Richmond’s graduates who go onto become accountants, this programme: Accounting & Finance Management, you’ll consider how finance, this programme: Business Management: auditors, brokers, tax specialists, financial socio-economic factors, politics, geography, 1. Acquire advanced theoretical and 1. Equips you with the ability to understand analysts, fund managers and traders. graduates go? language and culture all influence business. practical knowledge and master the skills all the aspects of business management Entrepreneurship Our programme will also give you a head demanded by the financial industry World Bank, Credit Suisse, Greenpeace from a start-up phase to running students go? start on professional accounting qualifications USA, Stonewall, The United Nations and expanding a business locally 2. Gain exemptions from some of the Complimentary membership of the Chartered Apple Computers, Electronic Arts, Goldman when you graduate with exemptions from the Children’s Fund, BBC, Bloomberg L.P, or worldwide Association of Chartered Certified Accountants professional accounting examinations, PwC, NBC News, Christies, Al Jazeera, Management Institute (CMI) is also offered to Sachs, Heineken (ACCA) professional examinations. accelerating your career progress EY, KPMG, postgraduate education all of our students 2. Opportunity to tailor your study of 3. Benefit from practical work experience Entrepreneurship by taking minors from You will start this degree with an exploration other leading academic disciplines Career Paths for of diverse topics. You’ll study statistics, in an accounting/finance-based, Career paths for Study entrepreneurship in action through economics, law and information technology to integrated internship 3. Acquire substantial business acumen, Entrepreneurship electives such as Game Theory and Decision gain a truly solid understanding of the field. 4. Learn a variety of key business skills Accounting & finance alongside developing your leadership Making and Marketing Planning and Strategy potential and strategies to grow a graduates In the second year the programme goes such as problem solving, data analysis, graduates which can help you kick-start a business. business from a start-up into a globally This degree is designed to help you start on to explore managerial and financial IT and communication skills, all highly Taught by lecturers who are experts in their recognised company a new business. It will also equip you for accounting, looking at computer applications valued by employers Accountancy, Tax Advisory, Analyst, Management Consultant, Financial field, this programme also features entre- roles in accounting and finance, investment in management and calculus, to give you a 5. Study in an international environment in 4. Benefit from practical working experience Consultant, Banking, Business and preneurs as guest speakers, while visits to banking, marketing, operations and thorough foundation in accounting processes London, a world-leading financial and through an internship in a leading Management, Wealth Management, organisations and museums extend your general management and systems. accounting centre entrepreneurial business in London or Corporate Finance perspective and creativity. anywhere else in the world Deepen your understanding of Taxation and An internship which counts towards your Financial Reporting as well as specialising 5. Work on specific projects and research degree is a fantastic opportunity to enhance in topics of your choice, such as Wealth that will facilitate your entry to global your entrepreneurship skills and improve your Management or Global Investor. entrepreneurial and tech industries career options. You’ll also have the opportunity to undertake an internship in a leading financial or management organisation in London. “This is a very stimulating course that I have “A consistent interaction and feedback between the thoroughly enjoyed doing. It is also brilliant that we teacher and students allows us to express our ideas Complimentary membership of the Chartered Management Institute (CMI) is also offered to get eight exemptions to the ACCA qualification, which and opinions and to discuss them with someone who all of our students is the maximum allowance of any UK university.” feels more like a mentor, Rather than just a teacher.” Amber Veronique Giovanni montaruli

30 richmond.ac.uk 31 BA BA Business Management: Economics International Business 4 year Programme - ucas code: L100 4 year Programme - ucas code: n120

Studies duration: Studies duration: Available as a four year programme. Available as a four year programme. See richmond.ac.uk for details of exemptions. See richmond.ac.uk for details of exemptions. Start dates: Start dates: September, January, May September, January, May Where: Where: You will be based at the Richmond campus You will be based at the Richmond campus for the first part of your degree, then in for the first part of your degree, then in Kensington, central London, for the second Kensington, central London for the second part. Students also have the opportunity part. Students also have the opportunity to study at one of our international to study at one of our international partner universities. partner universities.

Programme Overview Programme Overview We live in an increasingly global business If you’d like to develop a deep understanding environment. Gain the knowledge and skills of the economic factors which dominate the you need to succeed in management with news agenda and shape our world, our BA in this programme which will take you from new Economics is the programme for you. student to future business leader. Your journey will start with an exploration of Top five reasons to study Where do Richmond Top five reasons to study Where do Richmond’s finance, socio-economics, politics, geography, Complimentary membership of the Chartered language and culture, providing you with a this programme: International Business Management Institute (CMI) is also offered to this programme: Economics graduates go? comprehensive overview of the factors which 1. Gain broad understanding of all graduates go? all of our students 1. Achieve broad perspective on Economics BHP Billiton, Citigroup, Ernst and Young, all influence business strategy within an aspects of business management through wide ranging programme which KPMG, United Nations, Goldman Sachs, Ernst and Young, PwC, Credit Suisse Private international marketplace. from a start-up phase to running and encompasses all aspects of the subject Deloitte, Accenture, PWC, World expanding a business Banking, Freshfields Bruckhaus Derringer LLP, We offer great diversity with a broad range Economic Forum Goldman Sachs, Kuwait Investment Authority of Economics courses on offer, including 2. Complement the study of Economics 2. Option to add a minor to your with valuable minors from other Complimentary membership of the Chartered Behavioural Economics, Public Economics, International Business degree in and Foundations of Economic Ideas. academic disciplines such as Maths Career Paths for Management Institute (CMI) is also offered to a related subject area, enhancing Career Paths for or Law all of our students your employability Your research and analytical skills will be Economics graduates International Business developed, giving you a range of transferable 3. Gain valuable research training through 3. Benefit from practical working skills highly valued by employers. a research project that you will be able to Banking, Investment, Retail, Accountancy, In the third and fourth year, you’ll be able to experience through an accredited graduates show future employers Civil Service, Management internship in London with leading We run an active Economics and Investment take your pick from topics which particularly Financial Institutions, International Trade 4. Add desirable work experience to your appeal to you, such as Modern China, The business organisation Society which organises talks and events, Government Agencies, International to give a fresh take on Economics. You can CV through an international internship Global Investor, Operations Management 4. Ease of access to both full time and Business Consultancy take part in our Wellbeing Research Centre 5. Faculty with experience in the profession and International Finance. Renowned and adjunct professors in International which encourages discussion and debate on and small class sizes ensure individual highly qualified business leaders are invited Business creates inspirational and wellbeing and the economic condition. attention for students and the chance to speak to our students, sharing their supportive education experience within the industry, while visits In your third and fourth years, you’ll be able to flourish to organisations and museums enhance 5. Truly international environment at to specialise in electives which appeal to experiential learning. Richmond and US and UK degree helps you, as you choose from subjects such as access to leading graduate schools in Money and Banking, Global Energy Politics You’ll also be able to tailor your the UK and the USA International Business degree by taking a and International Finance. You’ll also have minor from a wide range of other leading the opportunity to undertake an internship academic disciplines. in a leading financial organisation, alongside a research project on a topic of your choice, Many of our students gain international “The classes taken allow me to learn a lot about the improving your career options. “My internship at IHS Markit, a global information industry experience through an accredited internship, which helps shape their education business world today. The professors are extremely organisation, taught me a lot about working life in and career choice. helpful, allowing us to be creative and learn London and it enabled me to know what to expect through visuals and collaborations.” after graduation.” Nadia Elkady Teodora Yondeva

32 richmond.ac.uk 33 BA BA Fashion Management Finance & Investment & Marketing 4 year Programme - ucas code: NN33 4 year Programme - ucas code: NW52

Studies duration: Studies duration: Available as a four year programme. Available as a four year programme. See richmond.ac.uk for details of exemptions. See richmond.ac.uk for details of exemptions. Start dates: Start dates: September, January, May September, January, May Where: Where: You will be based at the Richmond campus You will be based at the Richmond campus for the first part of your degree, then in for the first part of your degree, then in Kensington, central London for the second Kensington, central London, for the second part. Students also have the opportunity part. Students also have the opportunity to to study at one of our international study at one of our international partner universities. partner universities.

Programme Overview Programme Overview Take the first steps towards a career in As one of the world’s top financial centres, fashion and retail with this BA programme London provides the perfect location for which harnesses strong business knowledge this programme which explores financial and fashion, giving you all you need for accounting, corporate finance and a successful career in the global investment management. fashion industry. Top five reasons to study Where do Richmond You will explore topics vital to the finance Top five reasons to study Where do Richmond’s Explore the world of fashion from start- this programme: Fashion Management & industry such as mergers, regulation and this programme: Finance & Investment ups to global brands through courses on derivatives. Gain an understanding of tools fashion product development, retail and 1. Develop skills in trend-spotting, by Marketing students go? in finance and investment such as risk 1. Acquire an in-depth understanding of the graduates go? merchandising, marketing and communication applying the principles of fashion buying measurement and management, asset world of finance and the tools needed and merchandising Burberry, Guess, Paul Smith, Stylus Life, to succeed Accenture, Ernst and Young, Merrill Lynch, and luxury brand management, giving you the Nottingham Sherwood Forest, Puffa pricing, cost of capital, exchange rate Nomura, UBS Wealth Management, HSBC, opportunity to specialise in the areas which 2. Learn how to conduct market or determination, financial modelling and 2. Obtain the vital skills needed for BNP Paribas interest you the most. Choose from Modern consumer research, highly transferable econometric testing. careers such as corporate finance, China to New Media and Visual Power; skills for any career Career Paths for Fashion In the third and fourth year of this investment banking and international Cultural Theory to Entrepreneurship and wealth management 3. Opportunity to focus on luxury programme, you can extend your specialist Career Paths for Finance Family Business. Management & Marketing brands through consumer psychology skills by choosing options which interest 3. Benefit from practical work experience in & investment Graduates As a global fashion hub, London is the ideal and sociology graduates you, from Derivatives, International Finance a finance-based, integrated internship location to discover more about the industry. and Wealth Management. Together with the Fund Management, Accounting, Corporate 4. Gain practical insights into the fashion Luxury Fashion Brands Management, Retail 4. Learn a variety of key business skills Experience London Fashion Week, showcasing chance to gain internship experience in a Finance, Banking, International Finance, industry and global experience through Management, Market Research & Branding, such as problem solving, data analysis, hundreds of designers to a global audience financial role within an organisation,you’ll be Wealth Management, Investment Banking internships in leading fashion cities Advertising, Fashion Buying, Consultancy, IT and communication skills, all highly of influential media and retailers. You’ll also gaining vital experience and skills required by such as London, Rome, Florence, Ethical/Sustainable Fashion valued by employers be able to explore fashion-themed events global employers in this competitive industry. Beijing, Shanghai and exhibitions at London’s world-renowned 5. Study in an international environment in Our academics are experts in the worlds of museums and art galleries. 5. Get involved with the Richmond Fashion London, a world-leading financial and finance and investment, and there are regular Society through photography, writing or investment centre You may be interested in joining The guest speakers to provide further insight. event management Richmond Fashion Society, a student-led fashion initiative. An internship could provide you with an invaluable opportunity Graduates from this programme are also to work in the exciting world of fashion. eligible to receive a Chartered Management Institute (CMI) Award in Management & Leadership Graduates from this programme are also eligible to receive a Chartered Management “The first two years of the programme gave me a “I’ve really enjoyed the diversity of this programme Institute (CMI) Award in Management & Leadership really strong business foundation which will be which has helped me identify what I’d like to do invaluable when working with designers.” for a career. I’ve also found the faculty Thimo Grantz Incredibly supportive.” Jorge Rivera

34 richmond.ac.uk 35 BA BA International Sports Marketing Management with Football (in Leeds) 4 year Programme - ucas code: Nn15 Apply Direct, 4 year programme

Studies duration: Studies duration: Available as a four year programme. Available as a four year programme. See richmond.ac.uk for details of exemptions. See richmond.ac.uk for details of exemptions. Start dates: Start dates: September, January September, January, May Where: Where: Based at The Richmond International You will be based at the Richmond campus Academic and Soccer Academy (RIASA) for the first part of your degree, then in in Leeds. Kensington, central London, for the second part. Students also have the opportunity to study at one of our international partner universities.

Programme Overview A programme which both challenges and inspires, our BA in Marketing will provide Programme Overview you with the essential principles, skills and This is a fantastic opportunity for anyone who knowledge you’ll need for a successful career is passionate about soccer to combine their in the dynamic marketing industry. love of the game with a BA in International Top five reasons to study Where do Richmond’s Top five reasons to study Where do Richmond Sports Management which is the perfect way this programme: this programme: to kick off a career in the sports and International Sports Once graduated, you’ll be eligible to receive a Marketing graduates go? leisure industries. 1. Gain all-round knowledge of International Management prestigious Chartered Management Institute 1. Build a comprehensive business Accenture, Mindshare, Dentsu Aegis, Sports Management which will equip (CMI) Certificate in Strategic Management understanding which puts marketing MediaCom, OmniCom, RAPP Group, Merkle You’ll join our highly qualified, internationally you for a career in the sports industry Graduates go? & Leadership into context within organisations & Periscopix, Ogilvy & Mather, Publicis Group, renowned team at Leeds-based Richmond anywhere in the world Havas Media, Fallon, BBH, Leo Burnett, Kicking Horse Mountain Resort Golden, 2. Examine successful global International Academic and Soccer Academy Saatchi & Saatchi, R/GA London, Edelman (RIASA) for your coaching training and all of 2. Develop your soccer skills as you train Canada; Principal Credit Investments at marketing practices with professional UEFA A licensed This programme is all-encompassing and will and Razorfish your studies. CPPIB New York; Wells Fargo Advisors, 3. From concept to product launch, coaches and gain highly valued soccer take you from market research and consumer Greater Minneapolis; Davis Polk & Wardwell learn how to position and promote Once graduated, you’ll be unbeatable. You coaching qualification LLP, Canada; Headway Digital, Barcelona, behaviour to branding and advertising. will have gained an FA Level 1 Certificate Ecommerce and social media are explored products/services Career paths for 3. Gain practical experience through an Spain in Coaching Football, a highly prized and in detail, with an examination of their 4. Compare strategies involved in marketing integrated internship in International Marketing graduates practical asset for your future career. increasingly vital role in the marketing mix. and branding Sports Management, enhancing your On top of all this, you’ll be provided with Digital Marketing, Social Media Management, At RIASA you’ll have the fantastic chance Career paths for 5. Discuss the contemporary debate career options a solid foundation in general business and Creative Content Copy Writing, Account to play in a top quality soccer academy over marketing ethics, and contrast 4. Benefit from membership of the International Sports management knowledge with a specific Management, Branding, User Experience with professional coaching and playing different ethical approaches to the study Chartered Management Institute (CMI) focus on marketing, both as business Marketing, and Experiential Marketing opportunities. Get career advice from our Management graduates of marketing professional UEFA A licensed coaching team while you study, providing resource strategy and a function. Professional Football, Coaching, Sports on your future soccer options. portals, Management Direct and an There’s a broad spectrum of electives on offer employment opportunities database Management, Sports Promotion, Sales The third and fourth years see a blend and Marketing in the third and fourth years. Choose from of diverse subjects, including Marketing, 5. Opportunities for exit trials with clubs Game Theory and Decision Making, Media

Nutrition, Legal and Ethical Concepts in in Norway, Sweden, Finland, Slovenia Ethics, Operations Management and Management, Sports Events Planning and & Latvia Web Design. Promotion and Sports Journalism. In the You’ll work on live marketing briefs and learn final year, you’ll also have the option to do an from eminent guest speakers, who will share integrated internship in Sports Management, their expertise and tips on how to get ahead “It was really useful to hear from guest speakers in extending your knowledge and expertise in a “Being able to continue my playing career while in the industry. specialist area of your choice. studying was very important to me, and being able to Based in vibrant London, home to world organisations like PWC, KPMG and BP and very helpful leading marketing, advertising and do so in a country that lives and breathes the sport communication companies, you’ll be for my future career, as I am about to graduate and ideally positioned to capitalise on enter the world of digital media analytics.” was a dream come true.” internship opportunities. Trevin May Joseph DeMartino

36 richmond.ac.uk 37 Richmond campus accommodation Kensington campus Richmond is a quiet, residential area accommodation surrounded by beautiful parkland. The Our Kensington campus, located in the heart campus is set in a six-acre site at the top of of London, caters for our third and fourth Richmond Hill, with student accommodation year students, along with our postgraduate located in both the impressive main building students. Places are allocated on a first-come, and the surrounding buildings. first-served basis. Richmond campus facilities include: Students living at the Kensington campus are housed in local residences, all within walking • Fully catered with meal plans distance of the university buildings. They also student life • Self-catering option have a number of major London landmarks UNDERGRADUATE STUDENTS ARE GUARANTEED A PLACE IN UNIVERSITY ACCOMMODATION • 24 hour security/reception on their doorstep, including the Royal Albert EITHER ON CAMPUS OR IN THE LOCAL AREA DURING THEIR FIRST YEAR. • Dining Hall Hall, the Victoria & Albert Museum, the Science Museum and the Natural History • Computer Labs & free printing Museum. The main residential hall at FIRST AND SECOND YEAR RESIDENT STUDENTS ARE NORMALLY BASED AT OR CLOSE TO THE • Classrooms Kensington is home to the library, IT labs RICHMOND CAMPUS, WHILE THIRD AND FOURTH YEAR STUDENTS HAVE THE OPTION OF • Fitness Centre and dining hall. • Starbucks™ Coffee Shop Kensington campus facilities include: HOUSING ON OR CLOSE TO OUR KENSINGTON CAMPUS. • Student Common Room • Fully catered with meal plans • Wireless internet • 24 hour security/reception • Tennis Court • Computer Lab & free printing • Laundry facilities • Dining Hall • Library & quiet zones for study • Student Common Room • iMac Studio • Wireless internet If you would like to visit our Richmond • Laundry facilities campus, you can either attend one of our scheduled undergraduate Open Days or book • Starbucks™ Coffee Shop an individual tour. Please visit our website for • Library & quiet zones for study further details. • Classrooms • Centre for New Media (Darkrooms, editing suits, Mac Lab) • Art Studios & Workshops • Psychology Laboratory Please visit our website for further information and costs.

For further information and costs please visit Living on Campus our website. To help you to settle in quickly, we have Ensuring a safe environment for our students introduced a room buddy scheme. If you to live and learn is a responsibility that we have opted for a shared room, once your take extremely seriously. Our campuses both accommodation has been confirmed we can feature 24-hour security staffing, an ID-card share your contact details with your future system to access student accommodation roommate, so you can get to know each other and comprehensive CCTV coverage. before term starts. Our on-campus catering facilities offer a variety of food options. Students who are staying on-campus or in the local area can take advantage of our meal plans which include breakfast, lunch and dinner from Monday to Friday, brunch on Saturday and brunch and dinner on Sunday.

38 richmond.ac.uk 39 Student Government Our flagship campus Societies Richmond boasts a wide range of clubs and The Student Government is comprised events societies, including Richmond Psychology of elected members of the student body. Association, Dance Club, Art Exhibition Its purpose is to serve and represent the Richmond hosts three annual events that hold Society, Women in Leadership and Fashion interests of Richmond students in the areas special significance for our students. Society. If you want to join one that doesn’t of academic, social and student life. The exist yet, the Student Affairs team can help Student Government also arranges social Honours Night you start your own. and educational activities for the entire This is an invite-only awards ceremony student body. Parties, excursions, musical that recognises outstanding student performances, competitions, charity events achievements. This event, held every April, and more are all organised by students, rewards excellence both in the classroom for students. and through our clubs and societies. Societies, Events International Night and Activities International Night is one of Richmond’s oldest traditions, and the most popular social Richmond offers a wide range of activities event in the calendar. Organised entirely and events throughout the year, enabling you by our students, it is a celebration of the to fully embrace university life in one of the Richmond’s cultural diversity. An opportunity world’s most vibrant capital cities. for students to showcase their own country’s customs, culture and traditions, International The cultural calendar Night brings the whole University together for Richmond students have access to discounted an evening of music and dance. tickets for West End shows, sporting matches, London Fashion Week, museum exhibitions, Spring Fest music events and more. All of our students are able to let their hair We also run themed events on campus, often down and celebrate at Spring Fest, as it takes coinciding with topical issues. Recent events place every year on the last day of classes. have included: Held on the front lawn at the Richmond campus, it is a moment for students, staff • International Week (activities highlighting and faculty to celebrate together with a BBQ the diverse international populations and games. on campus) We also run themed events throughout the • SHAG Week (Sexual Health Advice and year, like Halloween on the Hill (which is Guidance week, a national initiative that open to students and the wider community), encourages students to discuss sexual and Thanksgiving. health and safe sex) • Health & Wellness Week (activities and guidance promoting physical and mental health)

40 richmond.ac.uk 41 Our students in the Student Government “Richmond does offer great opportunities not to just excel in the academic side but also in the leadership and volunteering side. I have had the great opportunity to be President of the Student Government for two years running when I have been trying Student to accomplish various goals from improving the facilities to advocating for students and organising great events. This has really helped to develop my leadership skills but also to develop as a person.”

Gonzalo Diaz-Rio Varez

SupportAn award-winning team Student Affairs The Richmond Leadership For anything you need outside of the We’re honoured that our Student Affairs team Academy classroom, Student Affairs is here to help. at Richmond was shortlisted for a prestigious Aimed at developing leadership and The team offers an extensive range of 2018 Times Higher Education Awards, in employability for students, The Richmond services to support and empower you the category of Outstanding Contribution to Leadership Academy provides opportunities through all kinds of challenges – personal, Leadership Development. These ‘Oscars of and resources for students who can take part social and emotional; they are dedicated to higher education’ recognised the outstanding in a number of ways. helping you make the most of your time at role played by our Richmond Leadership university. Whether you have questions about Academy which encompasses all aspects of “Being a part of Student Government allows health or housing, need financial guidance the student experience at Richmond, with a Student leadership and me to gain skills outside of my degree like or support with official paperwork, they particular focus on employability and engagement opportunities event planning and compromising to reach offer personalised support, unique to each personal development. on campus a decision, as well as skills such as time management which will be useful to me individual student, and can also signpost you The Student Affairs team are also the From societies and clubs with a diverse range within my degree. As the Events Coordinator to specialist services, such as counselling, 2017 winners of the Independent Higher of missions and interests through to Student at Richmond, I plan both on and off campus if required. Education ‘Best International Student Government and other programmes, students events that would be of interest to Richmond’s Student Affairs team have offices Experience 2017’ awards. can get involved in the Richmond the students.” at both campuses, and they operate an Leadership Academy. open door policy, so you can drop by with Ashleigh King questions or concerns without needing to Workshops, Events and make an appointment. You can also pop by Online Resources and book a private appointment if you need to. The University offers events throughout the year aimed at enhancing students’ personal skills development and employability. There ResLife are also numerous online courses available The Student Affairs team is supported via the Careers Portal system. by ResLife, a group of students who are employed by the University to provide active Richmond Leadership pastoral care to those students who live on Academy Awards campus. They are on hand to coordinate social activities, offer advice and deal with A scheme to encourage students to develop in any minor emergencies. If you benefit from four core areas: ResLife during your first year, you might • Personal skills consider applying for a role within the • Volunteer and work experience team. The position will support your future • Workshop and seminar participation employment prospects. • Campus leadership

42 richmond.ac.uk 43 Health and sports On-campus fitness centre Career services The Richmond campus has a modern fitness We are committed to supporting our students’ The University offers personal development centre, equipped with Cybex cardio-vascular mental, emotional and physical health, and seminars, leadership opportunities and and weights machines. It is open to residents offer a wide range of easy-access services access to work experience, volunteering 24 hours a day. dedicated to their well-being. and internships. There is also a dedicated, personalised service for assistance with CV We encourage all of our students to adopt a Team games writing, interview preparation tips and much healthy lifestyle and make it easy for them more. Throughout your studies, you will to participate in sports and exercise, both on The University’s recreational court, located have the opportunity to build links with campus and nearby. at the front of the Richmond campus, is regularly used for student football (soccer), industry experts and Richmond alumni, There is a doctor’s surgery and a dentist close basketball and dodge ball games. You can connecting you to a vast and influential to both Richmond and Kensington campuses. form teams in advance or simply show up worldwide network. Richmond offers free, confidential counselling to play. services to all students at both campuses. The University hires out pitches throughout Peer mentoring London, where football matches are held, usually over the weekend. Every year a group of committed and involved students volunteer to become peer mentors, Richmond will occasionally compete against working closely with the faculty and helping other universities in the area. to guide first year seminars. The scheme benefits both parties; the new students are Support for students with able to talk to someone who knows what they disabilities are going through, and the mentors improve their personal and communication skills while Richmond welcomes applications from enhancing their CV. students with disabilities, which may include sensory or mobility impairments, specific learning difficulties such as dyslexia, Peer tutoring long-term health conditions, autism spectrum conditions and mental health difficulties. We also like to encourage peer tutoring. Richmond endeavours to make all practical Students who have excelled in a subject and and physical adjustments possible to ensure have received a recommendation from a all of our students are able to fully participate professor are able to tutor other students. in the University community. The peer tutoring service is free for students. Our Student Affairs Office can help students with applications for disability-related financial support.

44 richmond.ac.uk 45 Richmond campus Queen’s Road, Richmond upon Thames TW10 6JP

Tube: Two amazing Richmond Station – District Line from Central London Trains: Richmond Station – National Rail from London locations Waterloo and Clapham Junction Bus: 371 from Richmond Station Richmond to Waterloo Car: 20 minutes 30 minutes from M25 – Junction 12 25 minutes from M4 – Junction 1 Plane: Richmond to St Pancras 12 miles away from London Heathrow Airport International (LHR) – approximately 30 minutes by 45 minutes car or taxi 30 miles away from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) – approximately 45 minutes by Kensington to Leicester Square car or taxi 20 minutes

Kensington to London Bridge Kensington campus 25 minutes 1 St Albans Grove, Kensington, HYDE PARK London W8 5PN

Tube: KENSINGTON CAMPUS High Street Kensington Station – Circle and District Lines Trains: Kensington (Olympia) Station – London Overground Bus: 9, 10, 27, 28, 49, 52, 70, 328, 452, C1 Car: 45 minutes from M25 – Junction 12 RICHMOND HILL CAMPUS 20 minutes from M4 – Junction 1 Plane: 15 miles away from London Heathrow Airport RICHMOND (LHR) – approximately 40 minutes by PARK car or taxi 41 miles away from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) – approximately 1.15 hours by car or taxi

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RICHMOND CAMPUS

46 richmond.ac.uk 47 Richmond Foundation How to Apply Students applying to Richmond may do so through UCAS, the Common Application Programme or directly to the University Students come to Richmond from many different countries and backgrounds 1: Direct Applications Deadline for direct applications 2: UCAS Applications For autumn (fall) entry, students who require a How to apply visa to study in the UK should submit a direct Applications to our degrees can be made Sometimes students need extra support with Richmond students are assigned a specially Admissions requirements application and supporting documents by through UCAS. For further information visit academic English, academic orientation, trained faculty member who serves as their All applications for our Foundation Year • Complete and submit an online 1st July. Applications will still be considered the UCAS website at ucas.com study skills or subject knowledge before they personal Academic Adviser. With guidance programme will be judged on an individual application available at richmond.ac.uk/ beyond this point on an available space basis, are ready to officially begin undergraduate from their Academic Advisor, the Richmond basis. In general, the Foundation Year is admissions/undergraduate-admissions as priority will be given to applications received Deadline study. The Richmond Foundation Programme Foundation Programme students will typically suited to well-motivated students who have by the deadline. is designed to give these students the best select from the following courses: previously studied the US High School Attach the following You can apply online through UCAS from early possible preparation for success on their September and you should submit your form • Fundamentals of Research and Writing Diploma, A-levels, IB or international supporting documents chosen degree programme. What happens next? by the UCAS application deadline in January. equivalents, but who have not achieved the • A personal statement of approximately • Fundamentals of Academic Language At Richmond, this support continues once grades required for immediate entry onto the 500 words Your application will be given to an Admissions and Oracy Richmond degree programme. For guidance, Officer and a decision will be made on Find Richmond on UCAS students have progressed to degree level. We • Official high school transcripts/final contact [email protected] or your application. offer courses in Academic English, writing and • Research and Writing I examination results and certificates You will find all of our undergraduate degrees research, ensuring students not only advance, telephone +44 (0)20 8332 8330. listed on the UCAS website or in the UCAS • Transitions: London Calling I • Confidential reference from a teacher or they excel. The offer Directory. Alongside each programme is the • Transitions: London Calling II English language requirements school counsellor If your application is successful, you will be UCAS course code. Richmond’s institutional • Evidence of English language proficiency, Course Structure • Creative Expression Students who are not from majority sent an offer of admission via email. Your offer code is: R20. e.g. IELTS. Other English language tests English-speaking countries must have a letter will state the conditions of your offer, if The Richmond Foundation Programme is • Scientific Reasoning may be provided but please contact us for What happens next? open to motivated students who do not yet minimum of IELTS 5.5, with 5.5 in each applicable, and information on how to accept • Quantitative Reasoning further advice reach our required entry standards. The element (or equivalent) on entry. your offer. Your application is forwarded by UCAS • Copy of the photograph and signature one-year programme is spread over three • Fundamentals of Mathematics to Richmond. Financial support pages* from a valid passport** semesters (fall, spring and summer), and is • Functions and Applications specifically designed to prepare you for direct Please note that while our Richmond • Copy/Copies of all previous UK Visas for The offer • Probability and Statistics Non EU Nationals* entry onto a Richmond degree programme. Foundation Programme is designed for Most offers are conditional upon forthcoming Students may also study subject area courses students from all countries, it is not suitable for When a student enters the Richmond * If applicable examination results. You must accept or selected from their intended undergraduate students who require financial assistance from Foundation Programme, they take four ** Required of all applicants, including UK citizens decline the offer through UCAS and, in the courses per semester together with the degree degree programme. US Federal Aid or Student Finance England case of a conditional offer, await your results. students. At the end of the academic year, if (until they progress to the degree course). Please note: for Transfer Students with fewer than a GPA of 2.0 (an overall ‘C’ grade) has been 30 credits, submission of your High School grades achieved, then the student is offered a place are required in addition to your current in-progress on the degree programme. University transcripts. 3: the common Students requiring additional academic English support will take two credit-bearing application courses of English for Academic Purposes Application to our degrees can be made (EAP) in their first semester. through the Common Application. Students wishing to apply via the Common Application may do so at commonapp.org

What happens next? The application is forwarded to Richmond, and we will respond directly to you.

The offer Please refer to Direct Application, as the process is the same.

48 richmond.ac.uk 49 Entry Enquiries Enquiries worldwide Enquiries in North America Office of Admissions Office of Admissions for North America (UK, Europe and International) Richmond, The American International Richmond, The American International University in London University in London 343 Congress Street requirements Suite 3100, Boston Queen’s Road Academic requirements Tuition fees Richmond upon Thames MA 02210-1214 TW10 6JP USA Please visit our website for qualification and The most up-to-date information about our United Kingdom country specific requirements along with tuition fees can be found on our website: further guidance on our academic richmond.ac.uk/admissions student-tuition- T +44 (0)20 8332 8330 T +1 (617) 450 5617 admissions requirements: fees-and-funding/. The following information E [email protected] richmond.ac.uk/admissions/ is correct at the time of publication. E [email protected] undergraduate-admissions Which fees should I pay? The Richmond Foundation UK and EU (Home) Student Fees Programme For all UK and EU passport holders who have Motivated students who have completed their been ordinarily resident within the EEA for high school education, but who have not the three years or more prior to entry to the achieved the required grades for immediate programme, or who meet the criteria laid out entry to the Richmond undergraduate by UKCISA (the UK Council for International programme, are eligible to apply for the Student Affairs). Richmond Foundation Programme (see page 48). International student fees English Language Requirements For all students holding a passport from outside of the EEA, or students who have not Those whose first language is not English complied with the EEA residency rules set out should normally have achieved CEFR level by the University. B2 in a recognised English language test or qualification that is acceptable to the US dollar fees University prior to entry to the programme. Students from North America (excluding Acceptable tests include IELTS, TOEFL and Canada) usually pay their tuition in US dollars PTE. Please see our website for the range in order to take advantage of Richmond’s of English language tests that may be used designated US dollar scholarships. for admission. At the University’s discretion, EEA and Swiss nationals who have recently undertaken a full-time programme of study of at least two years duration where English was the medium of instruction are exempt from the English language requirement. Further details of all of the above, including the specific minimum English language tests Richmond is an equal opportunity university of Education in the State of Delaware. The University is of student learning opportunities and the publication of incorporated as a not-for-profit educational institution in information about those opportunities. The full reports can currently required within level B2, may be It does not discriminate in admissions, employment or the State of Delaware, USA, and is a recognised 501(c) be consulted at: qaa.ac.uk/reviewing-higher-education/ found on the University website, access to programmes. The policy of the University is (3) public educational charity under US law. In the UK, quality-assurance-reports/Richmond-The-American- that students, applicants and employment candidates are Richmond has UK Taught Degree Awarding Powers by the International-University-in-London. richmond.ac.uk. considered without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, Privy Council. Richmond is independent and not affiliated with other sexual orientation, national or ethnic origin or age. The University complies with the Equality Act 2010. Richmond’s degrees are also designated by the Secretary institutions including the University of Richmond, nor with of State for Education of Her Majesty’s Government in other American universities throughout the world. The Background information on Richmond the United Kingdom The Education (Recognised Awards) information in this publication is correct at the time of going The construction of the main building at the Richmond (Richmond The American International University in to print, however information may be subject to change. campus began in 1841 and was completed in 1843, when London) Statutory Order 2017 (SI 1185) dated 30 This document was prepared before the academic period/s it opened as the Wesley Theological Institution. Later known November 2017, Statutory Order 2016 (SI 1209) dated 12 to which it relates in order to provide applicants with as Richmond College, it became part of the University of December 2016 and Statutory Order 2006 (SI 3121) dated an overview of the academic programmes available and London, whose degrees it awarded until 1971. In 1972, it 23 November 2006. The University has “Highly Trusted contingent support services. Changes such as amendments became Richmond College, an independent, international, Sponsor” status as defined by the United Kingdom UK Visas to programme titles, programme content and fee information not-for- profit liberal arts college. Today the University is and Immigration Agency. are possible. Richmond, The American International known as Richmond, The American International University Richmond has been a voluntary subscriber to the QAA University in London (RAIUL) reserves the right to modify in London. Richmond is accredited by the Middle States since August 2009. The Quality Assurance Agency for its provision accordingly. This document is for guidance Commission on Higher Education, 3624 Market Street, Higher Education (QAA) conducted an Higher Education only and does not form part of any contract between the Philadelphia, PA 19104 (267-284-5000). Review for Alternative Providers in December 2017, and University, the prospective student or any other stakeholder. Richmond is licensed to award Associate of Arts, Bachelor Richmond was found to have met expectations in all review It is subject to change without notice. of Arts, Bachelor of Science, Master of Arts, and Master judgements including: the academic standards of the of Business Administration degrees by the Department awards the University offers, the quality and enhancement

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