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Welcome 4 Why Roehampton? 6 Our campus 9 Campus map 12 Supporting you 14 ’s campus university 18 Living costs 20 Sport at Roehampton 22 Your Students’ Union 24 Accommodation 26 Arriving at Roehampton 28 International Foundation 30 Programme International Year One 36 (Business) The Pathway is a partnership between the University of Roehampton and QA Higher Education – a UK Higher Education provider. The pathway programmes are validated by the How to apply 40 University of Roehampton and taught by QA Higher Education. Our location and contacts 42 The University of Roehampton and QA Higher Education are committed to being equal opportunities education providers and will therefore make reasonable adjustments for disabled applicants and students. The information given in this publication is accurate at the time of going to print in November 2020 and the University of Roehampton and QA Higher Education will use all reasonable efforts to deliver the programmes as described. The University and QA Higher Education reserve the right to withdraw or change the programmes or programme combinations included in this prospectus. These changes will only be made as a result of UK legal compliance, minimum student number requirements or for course validation reasons and applicants will be contacted by the University or QA Higher Education in the instance of these changes occurring. Please check the website for up-to-date information on our programmes: roehampton.ac.uk/pathway

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Welcome

Roehampton is a very special university. We have a proud history stretching back over 179 years and are the only campus based in London. Our four provide a strong sense of community, and our size means you will get to know those that teach you and those you study with.

At Roehampton we pride ourselves on helping all students, regardless of their background, to develop the skills they need for a successful graduate career and fulfilling life. The student experience is at the heart of everything we do. We work in partnership with students to make sure that every moment of Roehampton matters. We believe that a university education is not just about getting a great degree, but also broadening your experiences, preparing yourself for the world of work, and making lifelong friendships. A Roehampton degree is designed to ensure that you graduate with the qualities you need to succeed: confidence, adaptability and the capacity to work with people from all walks of life. We hope to see you at Roehampton soon.

Jean-Noël Ezingeard Vice-

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Roehampton is your home in London. Why Studying with us will give you the best of both worlds: the community feel of a traditional university campus, with the culture and nightlife of one of the Roehampton? greatest cities in the world.

World-class research Supportive campus community We develop ideas that help us to understand our world, from discovering Throughout your studies, you will have new animal species to uncovering a tutor who will give you personal study evidence about human history. With advice. We also have a wide range international reach, our research informs of support services for you to use, policy, enriches culture and improves including financial guidance and health people’s lives. and wellbeing support. When you join We are ranked the most research-intensive Roehampton, you will also join one of our modern university in the UK*. This means four Colleges, with all the support and when you join us, you will be taught by leading social life that they provide. experts right from your first year of study. roehampton.ac.uk/student-support roehampton.ac.uk/research

* The Research Excellence Framework (REF) 2014

Career-focused degrees

You will have exclusive access to our online careers portal, which includes skills builder courses, a jobs database, a CV writing tool and free careers assessments. Our thriving mentoring scheme enables you to receive professional career advice from Roehampton alumni to build your network, while our dedicated Careers Team provide face-to-face guidance and run a comprehensive calendar of workshops and events.

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Roehampton provides you with a wide range of extracurricular activities that will help you develop your skills, stay active and grow in confidence. Our Sport campus Offering everything from football to yoga, and a newly refurbished gym, you will have endless opportunities to get or stay active. Our campus provides a close-knit community feel for our students As a student at Roehampton, you will belong to one of our four Colleges. Your College will become your local community. Each College has a thriving social scene and its own sports teams; Language they help create a healthy sense of competition and College pride. You can choose from 5 languages to If you choose to live on campus you will learn through our Languages for All automatically become a student of the programme, with options available College in which your accommodation for different levels of ability. is based. If you don’t live on campus, you will be allocated to the College associated with your subject.

Facilities

With a history dating Our award-wining library has 1,200 study back over 179 years, our spaces, computer rooms and hundreds of thousands of books. Make change four Colleges create a beautiful 54-acre parkland We have a new, state-of-the-art centre Our Student Partnership scheme campus, with classic for digital media, film, photography and gives you the chance to influence all communications. We have a range of levels of decision-making listed buildings alongside bars, social spaces and catering outlets across campus. modern, cutting-edge to suit all tastes. Our venues host events including club nights, live music. We have facilities. an on-campus gym and sports courts.

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Digby Stuart College Froebel College Southlands College Whitelands College

College history and ethos College history and ethos College history and ethos College history and ethos Digby Stuart College owes its existence Froebel College is one of the oldest higher Southlands was founded in 1872 to train Whitelands is the oldest of the four Colleges, to the Society of the Sacred Heart, an order education establishments in the UK, having women to teach in Methodist schools founded in 1841 by the Church of , of French Sisters who came to England in been founded in 1892. The College takes in some of the poorest parts of Britain. and was the first institution in England to 1842. The rich history of the Society in the its name from Friedrich Froebel, a German The College today builds on its history provide higher education for women. education of women, and the dedication educational pioneer, who encouraged by encouraging young people to develop to issues of social justice and equality, now the use of play as an important part of strong values and to grow as future provides Digby College with a common a child’s development. leaders for their communities. Whitelands today concern for fostering a kind and loving community, where we welcome all students. The common room at Whitelands, also Froebel today Southlands today known as The Sett (the College mascot is a badger) is located on the first floor of Digby Stuart today The focus on education continues to this Life at Southlands is busy and diverse. . With its glorious views, day, with the School of Education being There is an exciting annual calendar daytime café facilities and evening bar, it is Digby is the largest of the four Colleges a major part of the College and a leading of events, including termly dinners, an ideal setting for socialising at any time at Roehampton, and home to the School centre for Initial Teacher Education. a fireworks party, music gala dinner, of the day, and is the venue for a range of of Humanities, Social Sciences and the The internationally renowned Department Southlands Shindig (our summer fête) parties and other leisure activities. Drama and Media sub-departments of Dance is also resident at Froebel and College boat party. The large social of the School of Arts. Digby strives to College, with its superb facilities and space is a café during the day and each The College has an exciting calendar of give everyone a sense of belonging, in a modern dance studios. Froebel is also evening transforms into a cinema and hub events throughout the year. In addition community that cares about individuals. home to the Roehampton Students’ Union, for student-led events. Southlands offers to our traditional May Day celebration the Union Bar and the Gym. a number of leadership development (running since 1881), we host formal There is a regular programme of social opportunities, including roles on the dinners each term, a Christmas fair, carol activities and events to appeal to all tastes, Froebel has an extensive calendar of College Officer Committee and with service and dinner, and Science Week, such as the annual lecture and a summer social events including a formal Freshers’ the Southlands Venture: a volunteering together with many other smaller social strawberry tea. The chaplaincy base, which Welcome Dinner, the College Winter Dinner, programme which funds student-led events organised by our student leaders. organises a lunch every Tuesday, is also a summer celebration and many other projects in the local community. Their All are open to resident and non-resident located at Digby. smaller on-campus or off-campus events mascot is the Shark and the College sports students, and to staff. organised by our student leaders. The elected student leaders are an teams – the ‘Sharks’ and the ‘Sharkettes’ – Whitelands is home to two academic important voice in how business is are a credit to our community, succeeding departments – Psychology and roehampton.ac.uk/colleges/ conducted at the College and help them in sport and also running fundraising and Life Sciences – and the Ministerial froebel-college to be responsive and relevant. campaigning efforts. Theology programme. Whether you join by living at Southlands roehampton.ac.uk/colleges/digby- or as a non-resident student of the roehampton.ac.uk/colleges/ stuart-college departments – the Business School and whitelands-college Media, Culture and Language – we very much look forward to welcoming you here. You can find out more about being part of a collegiate university here: roehampton.ac.uk/colleges/ southlands-college roehampton.ac.uk/colleges

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Learning support You can access all these whenever you need them, anytime, anywhere. you Disability and dyslexia services We also run drop-ins, pop-up skills sessions, essay clinics, practical If you have a disability, a long-term medical workshops and other events throughout condition or a specific learning difference the year, based in the University’s library. such as dyslexia, dyspraxia or ADHD, we offer specialist services if you ever need extra help. You can discuss your needs confidentially with our team, to explore the Career support support you may need during your studies. We also offer regular appointments and drop-in sessions weekly. Preparing you for your career Here are some of the ways we help you to build essential skills and work experience English language support for a successful future career: As an international student, you might – All our courses are designed to build key want help to improve your English while graduate attributes such as leadership, you study. We can help you build your team work, negotiation, planning skills through activities such as writing and problem-solving. Many courses assignments and giving presentations, offer work placements and links with skills that will be useful even after employers graduation. – The Hub – a fantastic space at the centre of campus with information about careers, volunteering, study abroad, We are here to help at every The Academic Achievement team placements and opportunities to meet stage of your journey, so nothing Our team of Academic Achievement employers can get in the way of your Advisers and Librarians can help you – Our award winning online careers get the best out of your studies. We have resource UR CareerLink, is exclusively success. We offer a range of a wide range of online resources covering for Roehampton students and graduates. support, from academic learning just about everything you need to know It has CV builders, hundreds of jobs about academic and library skills including: support through to services and much more – Essay, dissertation and report writing such as student counselling – A dedicated team to support and guide – Time management you, including Careers Advisers and a and an on-site medical centre. – Critical thinking Placements and Internships Team All of our support services can – Literature searching – A year-round calendar of careers fairs be accessed via our campus – Research skills and workshops which bring in top guest information centre. If you need – Referencing speakers from different industries who will share their knowledge and support while you’re with us, – SPSS, statistics and data management experience with you rest assured you’ll find plenty on offer.

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– Access to hundreds of professional mentors (mostly Roehampton On-site services graduates) who can help and advise you through our online mentoring Chaplaincy 140 nationalities scheme Our multi-faith chaplaincy celebrates the represented — Stand out from the crowd by taking diversity of Roehampton by serving the on campus our online Chancellor’s Careers Award, religious and spiritual needs of all. Each a development programme which you Chaplaincy Centre has a cosy lounge area, can take at any time during your studies where you can relax, meet up with friends and enjoy chaplaincy hospitality with a Fairtrade tea or coffee. We also organise social events, including lunches and film nights.

Medical centre We have our own on-campus medical 15 % centre, offering doctor and nurse-led services, throughout term time. of students are overseas students

Student Wellbeing Officers The Wellbeing Service is able to support you during your studies. The Student Wellbeing Officers can help with anything from dealing with personal issues to managing finances. There is also a Counselling Team to help you address personal or emotional difficulties. The Mental Health Advisers can support those 7 with mental health conditions or those with academic concerns about their mental health. departments

Financial support

We offer a range of financial support, including generous scholarships, a Student Hardship Fund for those in financial difficulty, access to undergraduate and postgraduate student museums and loans and personal advice on budgeting. galleries in London Study London Official University Guide 2018

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King’s Cross All students can access St Pancras the British library’s 150 million items for research. London’s campus Olympic Park London British Zoo Library university Children’s Literature character Bear is named after this British famous London station. Museum St Paul’s Covent Cathedral Paddington Garden Flight times Tower of London > Dubai Westfield London Shopping 7hrs Centre Garden’s is London’s Tate Modern London > Nigeria largest UNESCO World Heritage The Shard 6hrs 30mins Houses of site, offering unique landscapes, Parliament Waterloo London > Hong Kong vistas and iconic architecture. Harrods Elephant London Bridge 12hrs Natural and Castle History London > Beijing Museum 10hrs

Imperial War London > Museum 1hr 30mins Kew London > Colombia Gardens Houses of Parliament - 11hrs London Bridge Our academic research contributes London > Delhi Wetland Junction to government policy and decision 8hrs 30mins Centre making. Barnes London > Bangkok London Wetland Centre - National 11hrs 30mins Archives The Wildfowl and Wetlands Putney Trust is one of the world’s leading science and conservation institutions in its field. Roehampton to

University of 3 minutes 6 minutes 9 minutes Roehampton

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Living Rent Social Life

costs £127.75+ £35/40pw Rent ranges from approximately The University of Roehampton is £127.75 - £187.95* per week on campus. conveniently located near to lots of shops, bars and entertainment. For more information, visit: We also have many free social spaces and activities on campus. Aside from your course To find out more about the costs of roehampton.ac.uk/accommodation fees, there are additional living in London for students, visit: costs you should take studylondon.ac.uk

into consideration when For advice around saving money, budgeting for university. including some great top tips, visit: Books and equipment Play membership This is a rough guide. moneysavingexpert.com/ students/student-guide

For the most up to date information on university costs, £15pm £2.50pm please check our website: roehampton.ac.uk/pathway It varies from department to department – This membership provides a variety of on average students spend £15 per month social and recreational sessions and is on books**, but using library services can a great platform to make new friends. On-campus costs considerably reduce costs. Coffee at The Hive £1.80 Piece of cake at The Hive £2.50 Pint of beer £2.60 Vodka lemonade £2.60 Pub grub meal £5.50 Gym

The above costs are a rough indication only and are accurate at the time of printing. Individual costs will vary. Travel costs £12.10pm This will vary depending on how often Our campus gym membership is £145 you travel, and which modes of per year or £99 if you sign up during transport you take. The Hopper fare in Freshers’ Week. London allows you to make unlimited bus or tram journeys in one hour, for £1.50 using pay as you go. As a student *These costs are from 2020/21 and could be subject to change you can also choose to save 30% on travel cards and bus & tram passes **Student Money Survey 2019 20 21 with an 18+ Student Oyster photo card. pathway.roehampton.ac.uk University of Roehampton

40 clubs and activities to join Space to run Sport at Many of our sports clubs compete Our green campuses offer an in the British University and Colleges ideal way to get fit in nature and Sport and Active Sports (BUCS) leagues including our close proximity to Richmond football, tennis, squash, rugby and Park offers further opportunities Communities hockey. We also provide a wide range to be active. Roehampton of social and semi-competitive sport, offering beginners’ courses, intra- mural events and coaching courses. Varsity Varsity is an annual sporting Gym event where the University of Roehampton goes head The recently refurbished gym, fully to head against Bucks New Sport stocked with the latest equipment, University. Roehampton could give you a great opportunity for some high quality down time Competitive team between your studies. The newly Free yoga and individual sport expanded gym space includes a Throughout the year we offer opportunities for students. studio devoted to the Les Mills virtual free yoga classes open to all This includes two class programme, offering classes on students, regardless of ability membership offers dance fitness to functional, strength, or experience. Taught by for our students, Olympic cardio and HIIT workouts. and Commonwealth. experienced and accredited teachers, the classes explore Fantastic facilities different yoga styles. Mats and blocks are provided. Our facilities include a sports hall, a studio and outdoor multi-use courts. Our sports clubs and teams also Scholarships Play have access to a number of high quality sports venues in the local area For the truly elite athletes Roehampton including the National Tennis Centre studying at Roehampton, we offer a range of bursaries and Social, recreational and and Rosslyn Park RFC. scholarships. fun sport and physical activities for students, Crystal Palace FC some activities for staff & Career ready the local community. We have partnerships with a number of leading sports organisations, We really value the impact including Crystal Palace FC and sport can have on personal the Lawn Tennis Association. development and so we provide Crystal Palace FC offers a range a range of training opportunities of work experience opportunities, for students, such as coaching Gym collaboration with Crystal Palace qualifications, vocational training, Roehampton staff in careers-related events, and volunteering and leadership extensive links between Crystal courses. The on-campus gym Palace Ladies FC and the University and additional wellbeing of Roehampton Women’s Football roehampton.ac.uk/student-life/ services provided by programme. sport-roehampton Nuffield Health for our students and staff. 22 23 roehampton.ac.uk/pathway University of Roehampton Your Students’ Events We provide over 200 events every year for you to get Union involved in. There are:

When you come to the University of Roehampton, you’ll automatically become a member of Nights Theatre Tuesdays Students’ Union (RSU), one of the best and most active Weekly club nights on and Do you love West End students’ unions in the country. Our aims are to provide off campus, such as the shows and musicals? Then you with opportunities to make the most of your time infamous Bop, Grand and our Theatre Tuesdays are Fez – where you can dress just for you! It’s a great way at Roehampton, to offer a range of help, advice, support, up on themed nights, make to see amazing shows for events, activities and entertainment, and to ensure you the most of cheap nights much lower prices. have an unforgettable experience at university. out and let your hair down.

50+ Societies Volunteer There are over 50 societies you can You can also choose to volunteer be part of in the RSU – including through our 70+ volunteering the Dance Society, Islamic Society, opportunities or get involved in De-stress Events Summer Ball Hogwarts Society, Esports Society Raising and Giving (RAG), which has We offer a number of Make sure you don’t miss and Electronic Music Society. raised over £10,000 for local and events that will help you our finale to the year – the national charities. during the tougher times RSU Summer Ball, where of university. From pop-up recent acts have included

Growhampton Hive Café spas or giving you access Tinie Tempah, Wiley, This is our sustainability and food Our award-winning Hive Café in to a puppy room, there’s Katy B, The Wombats, project, which ensures the centre of Digby Square is part loads to help you unwind. Example, Rizzle Kicks Roehampton is an edible campus. of the Growhampton sustainability and Professor Green. Why not help look after the project. Constructed and furnished campus chickens? Or contribute in from recycled and upcycled preparing for market day? Maybe materials, it serves food and drink you’d like to learn how to cook in from local, ethical sources, and new and exciting ways? Or, simply, food grown on campus by our why not buy a coffee from the Hive students. Formal Dinners Café whilst browsing the Thrift shop? You can find out more information We offer a number of on our website: chances to get dressed up throughout the year with roehamptonstudent.com formal dinners including our very own RSU Awards.

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Accommodation

We understand that concentrating Types of accommodation on your studies will be your main priority, which is why we take care We offer a wide range of accommodation of everything: on-campus. Every room is a single furnished bedroom with internet access, – All utility bills are included in the cost and fees include utility bills and contents – We include contents insurance to give insurance. Rooms are either en suite, semi you peace of mind en suite (with a private shower) or standard where you share bathroom facilities with – Friendly Flat Reps and College staff are other students. All rooms have a wash basin. on hand to help you

Helping you make an informed On-campus cost choice The cost of rooms varies, depending on At our Open Days held throughout the year, the type of accommodation you choose. you can visit our campus accommodation. For first year undergraduates, this ranges You can also see pictures and 360 degree from £127.75 - £187.95 a week. tours on our accommodation pages online.

When you’re planning your future Living off-campus education, you don’t want any worries to get in the way. That’s why we offer you an Living in or near Roehampton, you can accommodation guarantee. This means, benefit from all that London has to offer, if you make Roehampton your firm choice while avoiding the high costs of living in on your UCAS form, satisfy the eligibility the centre of the city. There is a wide criteria and meet the deadline*, we promise variety of accommodation suitable for you’ll have on-campus accommodation. students available to rent close to the University. Accommodation applications typically open in the February before you arrive for If you choose to live away from the your first year, and you can apply once you University, our Off-Campus Support Officer “Living in or near have firmly accepted an offer of a place can help you find accommodation with from us. other students in a similar situation. Roehampton, you can Please see our website for details. Even if you are living off campus, or choose to live at home, you will still feel *For students who apply before 31st July 2021 benefit from all that part of the Roehampton community. There are lots of activities and societies you can London has to offer, get involved with when you are on campus. while avoiding the high Costs correct at the time of print in November 2020. For the latest costs, costs of living in the please visit our website. centre of the city.” roehampton.ac.uk/accommodation 26 27 roehampton.ac.uk/pathway University of Roehampton

Arriving at Roehampton At the University of Roehampton, we understand that studying many miles from home can create challenges. As a result, we do everything we can to ensure that your arrival is hassle-free, and that the first, crucial weeks of term go smoothly.

International Arrivals Day Orientation programme One week before registration and the start New international students receive a warm of term, we host an arrivals day for all of and friendly welcome to the University our new international students. We will each year with our orientation programme. meet you at the airport and help you to This is an excellent opportunity for new settle into the university accommodation. students to meet new friends and get It will give you a great opportunity to adjust to know the staff at the University at the to your new environment before the busy beginning of their journey. start to the term.

The orientation programme will Meet and greet include: A meet and greet service from London • Programme inductions Heathrow Airport is offered on • Visa check International Arrivals Day. To register go to: • Campus tours roehampton.ac.uk/international • Social activities and the opportunity to join clubs and societies at the ‘Freshers’ Fair’ To find out more about orientation activities, visit the pre-departure page of the website:

roehampton.ac.uk/international/ arrival-and-orientation

28 29 International Foundation What will I study? Programme 3 term programme: How will I be taught and assessed? In term zero, you will have English classes As part of your programme you will have timetabled for 20 hours per week. 20 hours of teaching per week and you will be expected to spend a further 20 hours 2 term programme 3 term programme Throughout this term you will improve your undertaking homework, assignments and language confidence levels in grammar independent study. Duration 7/8 months 9 months and vocabulary as well as core English Intakes October, January October, July skills in reading, writing and listening You will be assessed through a to prepare you for the first term of the combination of coursework, presentations, £ Tuition fee £12,500 £15,000 International Foundation Programme. You portfolios and in-class tests. English language IELTS 5.0 IELTS 4.5 will only study term zero if you are on our requirements (no element below 4.5) (no element below 4.0) three term programme. About the programme • Study alongside other like-minded Academic entry GCSE/iGCSE – 5 Passes at grade C or above 3 & 2 term programme: international students requirements In terms one and two, you will continue Where UCAS tariff is applicable or relevant, applicants should to develop your English language skills, • Gradually adjust to life in the UK and have an equivalent of 30 UCAS tariff points from either 1 A however, more of your time will be spent on academic study Level and 1 AS, or a minimum of 2 AS Level qualifications improving your English language levels for subject specific undergraduate courses. • Explore and learn subject knowledge Level Foundation – FHEQ level 3 relevant to your undergraduate degree Mode of study Full-time classroom These modules are specifically designed 4 Assessment methods Coursework, presentations, portfolios and in-class tests to improve your ability to write essays, read for your studies, develop your ability Minimum age 17 years or older to understand lectures, and take part in Average class size 17 discussions and presentations and prepare you for undergraduate study.

Please note: You will need UKVI IELTS, Persons or Trinity test results if you are applying for a single CAS for the International Foundation Programme. To be eligible to apply International Foundation Programme progression journey for a 4 Year CAS to cover both the International Foundation Programme and your undergraduate degree you will need to have an IELTS 5.5 (with a minimum of 5.5 in all elements). If you have Study Progress on to IELTS: 4.5 with no single 3 term Upon successful completion Course overview element below 4.0 International of the International Foundation Foundation Programme with a 40% pass The International Foundation Programme is specifically designed to build your English AND Programme mark and subject to specific language, academic study skills and subject knowledge to the level required to progress course entry requirements, you on to an undergraduate degree. GCSE/iGCSE – 5 Passes at Start in October or July will be guaranteed consideration A-C for entry on to one of the There are 3 different module combinations available for you to choose between: University of Roehampton undergraduate programmes Business Innovation + to progress onto sports and arts, business, computing, IELTS: 5.0 with no single 2 term Humanities and Social humanities and law, and accounting undergraduate degrees element below 4.5 International Science in Action Foundation Start your undergraduate degree AND Programme Life Sciences in Action to progress onto anthropology, science and nursing in September + Scientific Thinking undergraduate degrees GCSE/iGCSE – 5 Passes at Start in October or Scientific Thinking + to progress onto psychology and social anthropology degrees A-C January Humanities and Social Science in Action 30 31 pathway.roehampton.ac.uk “The staff are really nice and I like the atmosphere here. I find the lessons extremely interesting and the teachers make it very enjoyable.” Example modules Nateerai Jandpook – Thailand Which Modules Credits programme? 3 term programme only Academic Reading, Writing and Language 0 Academic Speaking, Listening and Language 0 English Project 0

2 & 3 term Academic Language in Context 20 programmes Applied Academic Skills 20 Problem Solving and Data Analysis 20 Research Project 20

Business and Business Innovation 20 Humanities Humanities and Social Science in Action 20

Science Life Sciences in Action 20 Scientific Thinking 20

Psychology Scientific Thinking 20 Humanities and Social Science in Action 20

When to apply For key dates and application deadlines please visit: pathway.roehampton.ac.uk/dates-fees

For more course information, please visit: pathway.roehampton.ac.uk/IFP

32 33 Progression to degree level study By successfully achieving a pass mark of 40% on your International Foundation Programme, “The government from home recommend the you will automatically be considered for your chosen undergraduate degree at the University University of Roehampton for my subject. Two of Roehampton. Please bare in mind there may be additional entry criteria for your chosen undergraduate degree. of my friends graduated from here and they really enjoyed it. The staff are really friendly Progression courses include: and helpful. We work in groups which means I can improve my English really quickly. The Business Innovation + Humanities and Social Science in Action teachers help us to improve our general essay Accounting Ancient History Business Management writing to help us for our postgraduate study.” Business Management and Business Management and Business Management and – Saudi Arabia Economics Entrepreneurship Finance Assad Althunayyan Business Management and Classical Civilisation Computer Science Marketing Creative Writing Criminology Dance (BA)* Dance (BFA)* Digital Media Drama, Theatre and Performance Studies Early Childhood Studies Education Studies English Language and Linguistics English Literature English Literature and History Film History History and Philosophy History and Politics Human Resource Management International Business Journalism LLB (Hons) Law LLB (Hons) Law and Criminology Marketing Marketing Communication Media and Communications Media, Culture and Identity Philosophy Sociology Theatre Practices and Production

Life Sciences in Action + Scientific Thinking

Anthropology Biological Sciences Biomedical Science*

Nutrition and Health Nursing* Sport and Exercise Sciences Zoology

Scientific Thinking + Humanities and Social Science in Action Psychology Psychology and Counselling Psychology and Criminology Social Anthropology Sport Psychology Therapeutic Psychology

*Progression is subject to course specific entry criteria. For more information please visit: pathway.roehampton.ac.uk/target-courses

34 35 International Year One What will I study? The modules you will study are mapped How will I be taught and assessed? to those in Roehampton Business School As part of your programme you will have 19 undergraduate degrees and will develop to 22 hours of teaching per week, through (Business) your subject knowledge in areas such as interactive seminars and workshops. You management, marketing, accounting and will be taught in small groups, providing a analytics. For those of you who intend to creative and secure environment in which International Year One (Business) join the Accounting degree you will study to learn new knowledge and skills. You will Duration 9 months a module ‘Accounting for Organisations’, also be expected to spend a further 15 to which prepares you for further exemptions 20 hours per week undertaking homework, Intakes October, January for industry bodies such as ACCA and assignments and independent study £ Tuition fee £13,474 CIMA. through our virtual learning environment. English language IELTS 5.5 (no element below 5.5) A key module that supports you requirements throughout your journey is the Business About the programme Academic entry Good High School graduation grades, or equivalent Academic Skills module. You will begin • Benefit from more tailored requirements this module with an extended introduction GCSE/iGCSE - 5 passes at grade B or above in academic English, business language international student support than a Level FHEQ Level 4 - 1st Year of Undergraduate Degree and everyday social English all of which standard 1st year is designed to build your confidence and Mode of study Full-time seminars and workshops language proficiency to get ready for • Join your undergraduate degree in 4 Assessment Coursework, presentations, unseen exams and online tests learning new business knowledge. Within September methods all the modules you will apply academic theories to real life situations, enabling you • Learn alongside other international Minimum age 17 years or older to develop your critical thinking skills. students in a fully embedded Pathway College Maximum class size 18

Example modules Credits Course overview The programme has been specifically designed for you and other like-minded international students Business Academic Skills 0 who are looking for a tailored route of study, with more help and guidance, before joining year two Business Organisations in a Global Economy 20 of undergraduate study. It gives you an opportunity to gradually familiarise yourself with the UK learning requirements in a supportive and encouraging environment, allowing you to develop and Business Psychology 20 grow as a new academic learner. Business Data Analysis 20 Principles of Marketing 20 Introduction to Management 20 Introduction to Accounting and Finance* 20 A key feature of studying the programme is that you become a full student of the Roehampton Business School and as such, you will be invited to join guest speaker events, Accounting for Organisations** 20 conferences, staff student committees and have full access to all the facilities, software and materials to prepare you for year two study. This approach ensures that you feel part of the student community and gives you the opportunity to widen your academic and social friendship groups to develop long lasting relationships within the University. *You will study this module if you intend to progress onto a BSc Business or Management degree. **You will study this module if you intend to progress onto the BSc Accounting degree.

36 37 Progression to degree level study

Following successful completion of your programme, subject to a 40% pass mark, you will be able to progress onto the second year of all Roehampton Business School undergraduate degrees.

If you have the equivalent of IELTS 5.5 overall with no sub score below 5.5 you will be able to apply for a joint CAS for the whole of your foundation and undergraduate study at Roehampton. This means you will only need to apply for your student visa once for your entire UK study with no additional English testing requirements.

These may include the options listed below:

Progression Option modules Undergraduate Degree Accounting for Introduction to Accounting Organisations and Finance BSc (Hons) Accounting ✔

BSc (Hons) Business Management ✔ BSc (Hons) Business Management ✔ and Economics BSc (Hons) Business Management ✔ and Entrepreneurship BSc (Hons) Business Management ✔ and Finance BSc (Hons) Business Management ✔ and Marketing BSc (Hons) Human Resource ✔ Management BSc (Hons) International Business ✔ BSc (Hons) Marketing ✔

For more information please visit: pathway.roehampton.ac.uk/target-courses

When to apply For key dates and application deadlines please visit: pathway.roehampton.ac.uk/dates-fees

For more course information, please visit: pathway.roehampton.ac.uk/IY1

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Applications to Pathways programmes can be submitted directly to QA Higher Education who manage all applications for these programmes at the University of Roehampton. 1 2 Check your If you are ready to apply for one of our entry point Talk to us 3 Pathway programmes, you can visit the When to apply web page of the programme you wish to Check which entry point is If you would like more apply for and click on “Apply online” to We strongly recommend that you apply as most suitable for you and information please contact Collect your the minimum grades for your complete your online application. early as possible for your chosen course us and our advisers will be references to allow enough time to complete all the target course. able to discuss the details of preparations you need to make in order to your academic history and Collect your supporting Please visit our course pages: study in the UK. For more information on recommend the best entry documents In order for you to key dates and deadlines please visit: pathway.roehampton.ac.uk/courses point for you. make a successful application to Roehampton, you are required to pathway.roehampton.ac.uk/dates-fees There are a number of documents you will submit supporting documents. need to include with your application. This will include: references, a copy of your passport, What happens next and current and previous Please visit our website to find out more: The Admissions Team will consider your UK visas. pathway.roehampton.ac.uk application and send you details of the Application outcome. Successful applications will receive an offer to study along with details Journey 4 Request more information for registration and enrolment. If you are unsure which course is suitable 5 Questions about your application for you, or would like to find out more Draft your information about how to apply, you can You can contact our Admissions Team 6 Start your register your interest at: for advice at any time during or after the statement application pathway.roehampton.ac.uk/ application process. The Admissions Submit your Draft your personal statement register-your-interest Team will help you with enquiries about carefully so that it reflects your Once you have decided admission and the progress of your application choice of course(s) and why which course you want Once you complete the enquiry form one of application. to apply for, you can Submit your application along you have chosen it/them at our team will contact you to discuss your begin to complete an T: +44(0)20 8003 3899 with scanned copies of your Roehampton. options and answer any questions that you online application. W: pathway.roehampton.ac.uk/enquire supporting documents via an may have. online portal.

40 41 roehampton.ac.uk/pathway University of Roehampton Getting here Contact us

By Bus London Underground Pathway enquiries Address Buses run frequently to Roehampton , on the District Line, W: pathway.roehampton.ac.uk/enquire University of Roehampton from Richmond, Kingston, Putney, Clapham connects to the campus via the 265 bus, T: +44 (0)20 8003 3899 Roehampton Lane Junction, Wimbledon and . which departs from outside the station. London SW15 5PU The 265 and 493 buses stop next to the main site (at Queen Mary’s Hospital) and Cycling close to Whitelands and Mount Clare (at the junction of Danebury Avenue). The 170 and The University can be easily reached 430 buses stop on Danebury Avenue, which by bike. There are cycle parking stands is very close to Whitelands and Mount Clare throughout the campus. and a short walk from the main site. You can use the Transport for London online journey planner to plan routes to and from the University. By Train journeyplanner.tfl.gov.uk The main site is a 10 minute walk from Barnes station, Whitelands College is a 25 minute walk or a short bus ride. Trains By air go to Barnes from and Waterloo in one direction and Kingston, There are 6 airports within a couple of

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