Student review [#87246] for History
at Royal Holloway - RHUL

Studying at Royal Holloway has been an incredible experience so far. The campus truly is as magical as everyone makes it out to be, every time I walk around I am amazed by my beautiful surroundings – even after two years of studying there! The sabbatical officers are great and ensure that every aspect of university life – education, well-being, societies and sports and the Student Union, are run smoothly and with great care and attention to detail. I study History and the professors are lovely, extremely helpful and you can tell that they truly want you to succeed. What particularly stands out to me is the diverse range of modules, meaning that you can study pretty much any area of history that you desire. The careers department are also great and open your mind to a whole host of career options that you may not have previously considered otherwise. The university is small and is not in a large city. However, I don’t believe that this is a downside, as it gives the university a true, community feel, and everything you could need is readily available on campus – shops, cafes, clubs, pubs. It is also close to London, a 30-minute train ride away, and very close to towns such as Staines and Windsor if you want more of a city vibe. Accommodation is guaranteed to all first years who make Royal Holloway their firm choice, and it is all on campus or a two-minute walk away, meaning it is ideal for making friends and allowing students to easily get involved with all aspects of university life. While it may not have the urban buzz of a central London institution, Royal Holloway offers something just as valuable – a supportive, inclusive, and beautiful environment in which students can thrive both academically and personally. I’ve truly loved my experience here so far, and I would wholeheartedly recommend it to anyone seeking a university with heart, heritage, and a strong academic foundation.