Student Sustainability Café – Digby Our first Sustainability Café took place outside Digby on a mild autumn morning. The perfect setting for a relaxed, informal gathering. With coffee and pastries acting as a reliable pull-factor for students passing by, we welcomed: 15 students 7 staff members The event centered around two simple but engaging activities:…

As the days get colder and the heating goes on across campus, our energy use naturally starts to rise. At the University, winter is the hardest season for keeping our carbon footprint and our energy bills under control.   Last winter (November–March), our campus used over 3,500 MWh of electricity, that’s enough energy to charge around…

We asked Roehampton Business and Law School alumni for career advice to help our current students in fulfilling their future ambitions.  Amanda graduated with a first-class degree in LLB Law and is currently working as a civil servant. Saffie graduated with a BSc Business Management degree and is pursuing a master’s degree while working in…

Whatever stage you are at in your studies – whether you’re a first-year student stuck on how to write your first assignment or a master’s student looking for feedback on your final project – Sabine Durrant, author and Fellow of the Royal Literary Fund is here to help. You can email sabine.durrant@rlfeducation.org.uk or Sabine.Durrant@roehampton.ac.uk to…

Hi, I’m Sherica! I’ve put together this guide to share the tips and advice that helped me when commuting to Roehampton. In this guide are practical ways to save money, find calm and supportive spaces, and make the most of opportunities beyond your studies. Whether you’re commuting for the first time or just looking for…

I studied Business Management at the University of Roehampton. What attracted me to study at Roehampton, was its strong academic reputation and practical approach to learning. I’ve always believed in the value of persistence and purpose and at Roehampton, I felt that I could fully commit to my academic and professional journey. Roehampton’s supportive environment…

Shamiya, BA in Philosophy, Religion and Ethics. I was never what you’d call academically gifted, and for a long time, university felt like an impossible dream. One of the biggest hurdles holding me back was not having my Maths GCSE — a requirement that always lingered in the back of my mind and kept me…

Moving into university accommodation can be really exciting but also overwhelming. New places, new people and new rules can all add up to feelings of stress and anxiety, especially when stepping into the unknown. The Roehampton Wellbeing team have some tips to help you get the most out of your accommodation, and stay happy and…

Hi there! I’m Rodrigo Perez, a Digital Media student in my third and final year at the University of Roehampton. I’d like to share my story about how I navigated the Clearing process and ended up at this fantastic university. Why Did You Apply Through Clearing? I decided to apply through Clearing because I wanted…

We caught up with Bipasha, a BSc Biomedical Science student who came to Roehampton through Clearing. Why did you apply through Clearing? I applied through Clearing because I didn’t get the grades I needed to study Biomedical Science at my original choice of university. I came across Roehampton via the UCAS website, alongside other universities,…

At the University of Roehampton, we’re always looking for ways to improve sustainability on campus and sometimes that means finding innovative solutions to seemingly simple challenges. One recent example of this was our collaboration with SUEZ UK to rehome several disused campus planters in a way that avoided waste and supported biodiversity. The Challenge We…

Elif, LLB Hons Law I knew Roehampton was my place, when I visited an open day and instantly could see myself studying here. Having heard about Roehampton’s Law courses and the opportunity to work in their on-campus Law Clinic, where you could get real legal experience that counted towards your degree, was a game-changer. Clinic…