If you’ve ever thought about a career with the police, one local officer suggests you adopt the Nike philosophy. “Just do it,” said police officer Rachael Cumberbatch, when asked by a University of Roehampton student for advice on how to join the force. Cumberbatch was speaking at an interactive session delivered as part of the…

Photo by Casey Brockbank Dr Melanie Gray, the new Dean of the School of Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences, said she was delighted to see how eager students have been to take advantage of the University of Roehampton’s Employability Week activities. Recognising the importance of preparing students for the careers they want to pursue, the…

My name is Dr Jennifer Ofori UKCPreg (MBACP). I am a qualified and fully accredited counselling psychotherapist who has gained experience over the last decade working in private, voluntary, educational and public sectors, which includes work: for numerous IAPT/NHS services/boroughs across England, offering counselling to clients on a short term basis, a charity offering services…

Here at Roehampton, we are proud to celebrate Black History Month this October. Over the next month we will be sharing interviews with staff and students, updates on what’s been happening on campus and stories showcasing the different aspects of Black History Month. We will spotlight the Black people and communities who have contributed and shaped…

Antonio Baldascini, a dedicated nursing student at the University of Roehampton, has been chosen for the prestigious Council of Deans for Student Leadership Programme in partnership with the Burdett Trust for Nursing   University of Roehampton nursing student, Antonio Baldascini, has been selected for the Council of Deans for Student Leadership Programme, a prestigious initiative…

  Meet Zahra Afshani, a proactive and driven student at the University of Roehampton who embarked on personal and professional growth through the Roehampton Internship Scheme. Zahra’s story is a testament to the value of dedication, skill development, and making the most of the opportunities presented. Her successful internship experiences allowed her to excel academically…

At Roehampton, we are committed to supporting our students with the cost of living, including hardship funding, a free bus service, affordable accommodation, as well as bursaries and scholarships. Below, we have listed some of the advice and support available to our students. Student Hardship Fund We know that sometimes things can be difficult financially, and…

Meet University of Roehampton alumni Kathankumar Joshi, who has recently graduated from his MBA with Professional Placement. Kathankumar started his course in January 2021 and enthusiastically engaged in the Postgraduate Placement Preparation Module in his first year of studies. As a result, and despite a challenging placement search in a competitive labour market, Kathankumar was…

  Journalism students from Hong Kong Baptist University recently joined Senior Lecturer, Dr Ping Shum, on a visit to the University of Roehampton in London. The visit provided the students with a unique opportunity to explore the state-of-the-art Sir David Bell Building and connect with students in Roehampton’s MA Journalism programme.  The students travelled to…

It is World Health Day, and we couldn’t be prouder to celebrate it with some exciting health research conducted at the Centre for Integrated Research in Life and Health Sciences by our academics at the University of Roehampton. As we mark the 75th birthday of World Health Day today, it’s crucial to raise awareness about…

  Five ways I effectively managed stress and deadlines during my time at university. As a third-year Psychology student, I have experienced first-hand how the workload can become overwhelming and extremely stressful. However, managing workloads is a much more manageable task by developing the right mindset and implementing simple strategies. In this blog, I will…

Our Politics and International Relations students had the opportunity to visit the Palace of Westminster, meeting with the Shadow Middle East Minster, Mr Bambos Charalambous, MP and his Senior Parliamentary Researcher, Katherine Chiba. The shadow minister accompanied our students throughout the visit and answered their insightful questions on various issues. The group started their tour…