Studying in another country is very exciting but it can also be stressful. We have dedicated support staff who will help you settle in quickly and make the most of your time at Royal Holloway.

Before you arrive

Here you’ll find advice on what to pack, medical issues, arriving in the UK and travelling to Royal Holloway.

Living in the UK

Find out how to open a bank account, access healthcare and bring your family to the UK.

We can also help you:

• Apply for visas
• Apply for US financial aid if you are a US citizen or eligible non-citizen and US veterans benefits 
• Apply for Canadian financial aid if you are a Canadian citizen or eligible non-citizen
• Improve your English
• Develop your academic skills - for example your critical thinking and note-taking skills
• Think about your future career
• Find childcare
• Resolve accommodation problems, both on campus and off campus
• Manage health issues including dyslexia. We have our own health centre on the campus, specialist disability and dyslexia advisors and our own counselling service
• Practise your religious faith
• Manage your student finances

Student Services Centre

Our Student Services Centre can help with non-academic related enquiries, e.g. college cards, enrolment and graduation.