Career and Employability
Get ready for the world of work from day one
Royal Holloway, University of London is all about making sure you graduate with more than just a degree. The University helps you develop the skills and knowledge needed to stand out to employers and succeed in your future career.
At the International Study Centre
We understand how important it is to develop your career prospects while you are studying. By choosing to study at the International Study Centre, you will get a well-rounded experience which will help you identify your strengths, boost your employability skills and get a head start in your future career. CareerAhead is a professional development plan dedicated to equipping you with the essential employability skills that will impress employers. This initiative is available to all students studying a pathway programme at the International Study Centre.
At the university
Royal Holloway supports you from day one, and up to two years after you graduate, helping you identify and build up the skills that employers are looking for. Everything you do at Royal Holloway, from your academic work to activities outside your studies, such as getting involved with our volunteering or even starting up your own business, can help enhance your skillset and build your confidence.
You’ll be encouraged to prepare for your future career with guidance from the university’s academic department, perfectly complemented by the expert Career Services team. Together they’ll give you practical support on writing applications, preparing for interviews, finding placements and part-time jobs, along with the chance to network with employers and former students who’ve gone on to find great success in their careers.
Your right to work in the UK
Your Student visa allows you to work up to 20 hours a week, so you can gain career skills alongside your studies. A requirement of your Student visa is a 100% attendance rate for your classes at the International Study Centre. By not attending all of your classes, you risk losing your Student visa and your right to study and work in the UK.
The main focus of your time in the UK should be your studies – so you can gain the skills needed for an international career.
After graduation
After graduating, you will have the skills needed to start your international career with opportunities available all over the world. In the UK, you can access the Graduate Immigration Route – a 2-year post-study work visa for international students graduating from UK universities. You can find out more information on this on our visa page.
"Royal Holloway support you quite a lot. There are career fairs and career support. They can give you advice of what you should do to progress your career or anything you can do to help you get into the job you want to do."
Stanley from Hong Kong
Studied International Foundation Year Social Sciences, Arts and Humanities
Progressed to BA(Hons) Drama and Music
Pathway programmes
University preparation programmes are your pathway to Royal Holloway. Choose between three routes for the International Foundation Year or improve your language skills with the English Language Preparation Programme.
Admissions
Applying to Royal Holloway International Study Centre is easy and straightforward. Check entry requirements, tuition fees and see what you have to do before you arrive, from getting your student visa to arranging accommodation.