Academic support for undergraduate students

Royal Holloway provides a supportive environment in which to undertake exciting, innovative and challenging study.

Academic skills support

Royal Holloway provides a range of academic skills support such as access to an interactive e-learning module for self-directed study. 

This e-learning module lets you practise your writing, critical thinking, reading and note-making skills. You'll also learn about  referencing and avoiding plagiarism. One-to-one support is also available for students with additional learning needs.

You can take part in subject-specific skills training within your department to boost your course marks as well as discipline-specific training. The College also offers writing consultations and workshops throughout the academic year.

Personal tutors

Every undergraduate student will be assigned a personal tutor to support them in the transition to university life. 

They will be available on a one-to-one basis to discuss and advise on academic and personal progress.

English language support 

If English is your second language,  Royal Holloway International| offers a wide range of English language courses to help you become a confident learner of English for academic purposes. 

In-sessional English language courses and one-to-one writing workshops cover areas such as essay-writing, how to deliver an effective presentation and discussion skills.

Counselling Service

The Student Counselling Service |runs weekly workshops on subjects, such as exam stress, presentation skills, procrastination and assertiveness. 

Extra coaching sessions can be organised on request.