University of Roehampton, England, United Kingdom

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University of Roehampton, England, United Kingdom

As a study abroad student in this program, you will study through our partner Webster University at their on-site partner, the University of Roehampton. You will be able to enroll in a wide variety of courses that fit many academic areas, as well as enjoy cultural activities, independent travel time, and a host of opportunities on campus and in central London. Students can spend a semester or a summer abroad at the University of Roehampton.

Flight Scholarship Available Students are eligible for up to $1,000 towards the cost of their flight. Apply early for your best chance at obtaining this scholarship!

Location

London, United Kingdom

Term

Spring, Fall, Summer

Housing

Dormitory

Program Highlights

Study in southwest London at the park-like campus of the University of Roehampton. Choose a semester, summer, or academic year and live and learn on the beautiful campus in southwest London. The dedicated Roehampton study abroad team and close-knit campus community will make you feel right at home. Find out more about the or take a . A wide variety of academic options are available to students as well as organized events and activities on campus and throughout London each week.

Program Contact Information

Margaret Hosack

Education Abroad Advisor

Email: mhosack@kent.edu

Office Phone: 330-682-7982

Application Process

Students will be required to complete two applications:

an internal �鶹��ѡEducation Abroad application,
and a partner university application.

These quick steps will help walk you through the process.

1. Start an Education Abroad Application

When you click the "Apply Now" button (located towards the top and bottom of this page), you will be brought to the Education Abroad application system where you can view program costs and start an application. Be sure to submit your application before the deadline!

2. Guest Application (If applicable)

Are you a student at another university? To apply for a �鶹��ѡeducation abroad program, you will first need to apply for admission to �鶹��ѡ as a “Guest Student”. Please apply as either an “Undergraduate Guest Student” or as a “Graduate Guest Student”, depending on your course level.

Once you have applied and been accepted as a �鶹��ѡ student, you will receive an email with your FlashLine login credentials. Activate your account and then proceed to the next step, which is to apply to the Education Abroad program of your interest. You can return to this page and follow the “Apply Now” button to start that application.

You can also refer to the FAQs for Guest Students if you need further help.

3. Wait for Acceptance

Once you have submitted your application, it will be reviewed by an Education Abroad Advisor. Applications are evaluated on a rolling basis. Please note that acceptance to the program by �鶹��ѡ does not serve as final approval. The host institution or program provider grants final approval for each applicant.

4. Complete the Host University Application

Once your Education Abroad application has been accepted, you will be nominated to the host university. You will complete the host university’s application and wait for official acceptance to the program.

Academics

Academic Offerings

The University of Roehampton offers a first-class educational experience. Roehampton has a 175-year history in providing higher education and is a welcoming community of 9,000 students from over 140 countries. Study from an exciting suite of modules across multiple departments. You will study alongside Roehampton students from around the world and be taught by academics who are passionate about what they teach and are experts in their fields.

Semester:

Summer: (courses vary annually)

Eligibility

Full-time degree-seeking student at �鶹��ѡ
In good academic standing
Minimum 2.8 cumulative GPA
Must have earned a minimum of 15.0 credits

Transferring Credits

Transfer Credits

With this program, students enroll in courses at a partner (host) institution. You will need to transfer the credits you earn abroad back to �鶹��ѡ.

Upon successful completion of the program, the host institution will issue you an official transcript, which will be needed for the credit transfer process.

You must earn passing grades on the courses you take abroad for the credits to transfer.

Prior to departure, students will meet with their academic advisor to complete a Transfer Course Planning (TCP) Form, which will outline the courses you plan to take while abroad and how the courses will transfer to �鶹��ѡ.

Some courses have already been pre-approved for transfer to �鶹��ѡand can be viewed on the Transfer Credit Guide. Please note that this is only a guide and is NOT a comprehensive list of courses available at each partner institution.

Credit Approval

Prior to departure, it is your responsibility to meet with your academic advisor to discuss the courses you plan to take while abroad.

If a course needs to be evaluated for transfer, you are responsible for working with your education abroad advisor to obtain the syllabus and have it reviewed by �鶹��ѡfaculty.

Location & Transportation

London, England

London is a leading global city, in the arts, commerce, education, entertainment, fashion, finance, healthcare, media, professional services, research and development, tourism, and transport. It is one of the world's leading financial centers and a world cultural capital.

London enjoys four World Heritage Sites: the Tower of London; Kew Gardens; the site comprising the Palace of Westminster, Westminster Abbey, and St Margaret's Church; and the historic settlement of Greenwich. Other famous landmarks include Buckingham Palace, the London Eye, Piccadilly Circus, St Paul's Cathedral, Tower Bridge, Trafalgar Square, and The Shard. London is home to numerous museums, galleries, libraries, sporting events and other cultural institutions, including the British Museum, National Gallery, Natural History Museum, and the Tate Modern.

Transportation

Airports

Buses and train transportation are available to and from nearby London Heathrow Airport.

Local Transit

The University of Roehampton campus has lots of excellent transport links, with around 20 buses an hour going to nearby Barnes station, Richmond, Putney, Clapham Junction, Tooting, and more. They also have their own dedicated free student bus service, exclusively for students and staff, that runs from the campus to Barnes Station. . This service runs every 20 minutes, between Barnes, the main campus, and fast to Wimbledon Station, connecting to the London tram network and overland trains.

Barnes station has regular trains run to Waterloo, Clapham Junction, Hounslow, Richmond, and more. Roehampton is a short bus ride from Putney Bridge, a tube station on the District line. As a student, you can get 30% off the cost of Transport for London services.

Roehampton also offer a range of facilities for cyclists including plenty of secure storage areas for bikes, shower facilities, and lockers for students, and also now have e-bikes available on campus

Housing

As a study abroad student, you are guaranteed housing in one of Roehampton’s on-campus halls of residence.

All rooms at Roehampton are single occupancy and are arranged in either apartment style or along a corridor. You will share a kitchen/social area and they will provide you with cooking equipment. Some rooms have private full bathrooms, some have private showers and others have shared facilities. You can let them know your preference and they will do their best to find you a room that meets your requirements and budget.

Roehampton likes to mix study abroad students in with the rest of the campus community, so you will likely be living with people from all walks of life. There are no halls or apartments just for international students!

Financial Aid & Scholarships

There is a financial aid counselor specifically for Education Abroad. You can schedule an appointment with them on KSU Advising (Group Name: Education Abroad) or email finaideducationabroad@kent.edu.

It is possible to use your federal financial aid to go on �鶹��ѡ-approved education abroad programs. You can learn more on the Financial, Billing and Enrollment Center website.

It is also possible to use most �鶹��ѡscholarships for education abroad costs. You can find education abroad scholarships on ScholarshipUniverse.

Health & Safety

Pre-Departure Orientation

Prior to your study abroad experience, you will participate in a mandatory pre-departure orientation hosted by the Office of Global Education. During this orientation, you will be provided with information including but not limited to:

international travel procedures;
in-country resources;
health and safety resources and information;
culture shock and resources to help prepare for living abroad.

All students are encouraged to register with the prior to departure.

You can also review a wide variety of resources we’ve pulled together for you on our “Before You Go” page.

Country Profile

You can learn more about your destination(s), including travel advisories, through the .

In addition, we encourage you to visit the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) travel page for for traveling to your destination(s).

If vaccinations or medications are needed according to the CDC, you should make arrangements for appointments with your healthcare provider or the DeWeese Health Center as soon as possible. Appointment openings at the DeWeese Health Center are limited and vaccines may need to be ordered, which takes time. Please note that not all immunizations are available at the DeWeese Health Center.

Costs and Funding

Webster University offers a WINS travel scholarship for students who study abroad.

Students who participate in the summer program are eligible for a $500 scholarship toward the cost of their flight
Students who participate in a semester program are eligible for a $1,000 scholarship toward the cost of their flight.

Costs for the program will differ for every student. You can use our Cost Calculator to get an estimate of what you might expect for your program.

We also encourage you to meet with your Education Abroad Advisor and the Financial Aid Counselor for Education Abroad to see how your aid may apply to an international program by emailing finaideducationabroad@kent.edu.

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