Admissions policy and procedures
Please select one of the below headings for related information regarding admission policies and procedures:
Fair admissions statement
At Royal Holloway we are committed to operating an admissions process which is demonstrably fair, transparent, professional and underpinned by appropriate and robust institutional structures. Admissions decisions are based on merit, irrespective of social background.
In support of fair admissions, Royal Holloway strives to:
Under 18s policy
The great majority of students at Royal Holloway are 18 or above, and the academic life and social environment of the College reflect this. However, we recognise that some individuals who have already met the enrtry requirements for the programme are in a position to commence their university studies at the age of 16 or 17. We will not normally consider applications from people below the age of 16.
Applicants who will be under 18 years of age on the published start date of the programme, and their parents and guardians, must confirm to the College as a condition of registration:
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that they understand the nature of the College and the course, the circumstances in which the individual would be studying and living, and the limitations of the College’s supervisory role
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that the contractual arrangements for the individual to study at the College are underwritten by a qualified person of adult status
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that arrangements would be in place to support the individual in an emergency, including the existence of a qualified person in the UK willing to act as guardian
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that the individual will obey the restrictions that English law places on minors
The College strongly recommends that applicants who would be under 17 years of age on entry consider carefully whether they would be able to benefit fully from the educational and social opportunities which are on offer.
Fee assessment procedure
Your fee status will be provisionally assessed on the information supplied on your application form. If you disagree with this initial assessment then please complete a fee status questionnaire| and send it in accompanied by photocopies of any relevant documentation to The Admissions Office, Royal Holloway, University of London, Egham, Surrey, TW20 0EX or by email to Admissions@rhul.ac.uk|
Who assesses my questionnaire?
A fully trained member of the Admissions team will assess your fee status questionnaire, once received. The Admissions Office follows guidelines suggested by UKCISA. The College seeks to make fair and accurate judgments at all times. Should we require further information, we will contact you in writing.
Please note that we cannot enter into a discussion about fee status assessment over the telephone or email as we must have all the paperwork here.
Please also note that if you do not submit the necessary documents, this will delay a fee assessment being made and therefore possibly delay your future enrolment to Royal Holloway.
Where can I find the results of my assessment?
You will be able to view the outcome on the status checker|. At this page, you will need to input your personal student reference number, which is located at the top of your offer letter.
How to appeal the fee status decision
Should you wish to appeal the decision that has been made, please email Admissions@rhul.ac.uk| for further advice. Alternatively, you may wish to consult the UKCISA| website for further information.
What documents should I submit?
Some applicants will need to submit documentary evidence supporting their fee status questionnaire. Please note that not all applicants will need to submit these documents. Typically, this would apply to students who have not always resided in the UK, are not British citizens, or who have been absent from the UK for a significant period of time. This would also apply to non-EU International students who wish to claim Home / EU status for fees. The documents may be one or more of the following:
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Photocopies of your passport or proof of citizenship
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Proof of Indefinite Leave to Remain / Right of Abode
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Proof of Exceptional Leave to Remain / Enter / Humanitarian Protection / Discretionary Leave or Proof of Refugee status
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Utility bills dating back three years up to the 1 September of your proposed entry year with the College
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In certain circumstances, we may also request a letter from your parents' employer, should your parents work have taken you out of the UK on a temporary basis
Where photocopies of documents have been provided, applicants will be expected to show the original documents at enrolment.
Who should I contact for further advice?
The UK Council for International Student Advice (UKCISA) publish comprehensive guidance notes on fee status. We would recommend that you take a look at their website| for further information before completing the fee assessment questionnaire.
What is the deadline for submitting a fee status questionnaire?
We recommend that if you disagree with our fee assessment you should send in a fee status questionaire before the 31st July.
Complaints Procedure
Should you wish to complain about the way in which your application has been administered, please contact Mr Karl Billington, the Head of Admissions, directly.
Mr Karl Billington
Head of Admissions
Admissions Office
Royal Holloway, University of London
Egham
Surrey
TW20 0EX
Telephone Number: +44 (0)1784 443343
Fax: +44 (0)1784 473662
Email: Karl.Billington@rhul.ac.uk|
Please note that we cannot provide detailed feedback on why an application to a particular course or department has been unsuccessful. Any queries of this nature should be directed to the department concerned.
If you would like to appeal the decision of your room allocation please visit the Student Housing Bureau's| web-site for full information.