To help you all get to know your new home and workplace, we’ve put together a handy A-Z of all things Roehampton. A – Alumni Now we know some of you are only just starting your Roehampton journey, but we have some incredible former students that are out there making us proud every single day….
Category: New Students
The Roehampton Shuttle Bus
The Roehampton Shuttle Bus is back. As the new academic year begins at the University of Roehampton, the 849 has returned to service. However, the route has changed slightly this year, so keep reading to find out everything you need to know. All The Info The bus now runs Monday to Friday between Wimbledon and…
A day in my life at Roehampton | Samantha Paz
Hey, it’s Samantha! I’m in my third and last year of university at Roehampton and in this post I’ll share with you the day in the life of a Journalism student living on-campus. 8:00-9:00 I usually set an alarm but sometimes I will wake up earlier than that to check out my notifications on my…
6 ways to make the most of a Roehampton Open Day
1. Tour the campus During our Open Days, we offer a full tour of campus including both accommodation and facilities. We recommend taking lots of photos so that you have something to look back on and help you make a decision after attending the Open Day. 2. Ask lots of questions There is no such…
“Dear first-year me…”
With the beginning of a new academic year rolling in next month and many new students getting ready to join us at the University of Roehampton, we asked our current students what they would say to their first-year selves. We hope that their advice might be helpful for our new students preparing for their first…
Top Tips on Staying Organised at University from Day One | Geri Stidston
One of the many skills I will forever treasure from my time at university is how well I am now able to manage my time and space. As many students will tell you, it’s not always easy to keep on top of everything – but that’s completely normal and, in many cases, easy to turn…
Top Tips from a Graduate to a Fresher: How to Make the Most Out of Your Time at University | Geri Stidston
After handing in my final piece of work after studying for four years, I have been feeling very nostalgic and grateful to have had such a great time at university. However, that does not go without saying that I have certainly had my ups and downs; it has all been one, big learning experience…
What to pack for University | Freshers 2020
Planning to live on campus? It’s now time to look forward to university and prepare for the move in September. It’s surprisingly easy to forget the essentials, so we’ve come up with a list of things to pack for university in 2020. Clothes, shoes and hangers Deciding on which clothes to bring is possibly the…
Living at home for university? Here are some tips | Sophie Pavlou
University. When you think about it, what comes to mind? Living away from home, gaining a wealth of independence and having the time of your life as that independent young adult? While that is the traditional notion, living away for university is not for everybody, even when you think it might be (I lived away…
Tips on preparing for your degree in September | School of Humanities
Take care of your mental health and wellbeing Many of us have struggled physically and emotionally in recent months. While there is a seemingly endless list of things you could be doing, don’t feel like you need to be productive. The suggestions here are all optional and intended to be pressure-free ways of spending your…
What’s in our local area? | Beyond Roehampton
Shopping View this post on Instagram Happy Friday! See our Insta story for three of the best (or should we say, two of the tastiest) reasons to visit this weekend ☀️#westfieldlondon #weekendplans A post shared by Westfield London (@westfieldlondon) on May 18, 2018 at 8:18am PDT When you need a little retail therapy, Roehampton is…
10 things to get involved with on campus this year
Sports and Societies There are many sports teams for you to get involved with at the University including Football, Hockey, Basketball, Netball and so much more. We also have a gym right here on campus to help you keep fit. However, if sport isn’t your thing, there are also many societies which you can join,…