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Applicant Visit Day guide

Explore the many exciting things taking place at our Applicant Visit Day

  • Central talks

    Supporting our students - transition and life at university

    11.30am-12pm

    1.30-2pm

    Davison Building, room 1-04

    POV: You're a student at Royal Holloway

    12.15-12.45pm

    2-2.30pm

    Davison Building, room 1-04

    Integrated Foundation Year - your journey starts here

    Taster session for Foundation Year in: History; Classical Studies; English; Music; Law; Philosophy; Liberal Arts; Comparative Literature and Culture; Drama and Theatre Studies; Music and Sound Design; Film, Television and Digital Production.

    12.30-1pm

    International Building, room 028

    Taster session for Foundation Year in: Computer Systems Engineering; Physics; Electronic Engineering; Mathematics; Computer Science.

    12.30-1pm

    Windsor Building, room 1-05

    Taster session for Foundation Year in: Biomedical Science; Biology; Geology.

    1-1.30pm

    International Building, room 028

  • Department sessions

    At this event you will be able to take part in interactive sessions, workshops, talks and taster lectures with your chosen department.

    Our event schedule is split between AM and PM sessions, so make sure you check out our guide to find out the times for each department. You will also receive a copy of this guide on the day!

    Department sessions guide

  • Where to eat

    We have a number of restaurants, cafés, shops and food stalls open throughout the day.

    Social Bite, Davison Building: 8am-4pm

    Crosslands, Founder's Building: 10am-4pm

    The Hub: 11.30am-2.30pm

    Tikka Nation, Students' Union: 10am-4pm

    Union Shop: 8am-11pm

    Boilerhouse Café: 9am-4.30pm

    The Packhorse: From 11am

    Founder's Kitchen, Founder's Building: 9am-3pm

    Explore our food outlets

  • Tours

    Campus (45 mins)

    9.30am-4pm

    Founder's Square

    Library (30 mins)

    11am | 1pm | 3pm

    Emily Wilding Davison Building foyer

    Accommodation (30 mins)

    9.30am-4pm

    Meet at The Hub for halls on the south of campus, Founder’s Square for rooms in Founder’s or cross the footbridge by the main entrance and follow the signs to see George Eliot Halls.

  • Registration and Advice zone

    Registration

    Once you arrive on campus, head straight for our registration point in the Picture Gallery so our friendly Student Ambassadors can check you in and give you all the information you need for your visit with us, including your goodie bag and department lanyard!

    Advice zone

    Visit the Emily Wilding Davison Building to find out about all the support and opportunities available at Royal Holloway, including health and wellbeing, volunteering, sport, Students’ Union, careers, admissions and our Integrated Foundation Year options.

    Find out more about our support services

  • Other things to see

    Parents and supporters’ lounge

    If you’re here supporting a student today, you can visit our parents and supporters’ lounge in the Boilerhouse Café, where you can grab a complimentary tea or coffee.

    Information point

    The info point in the Davison Building foyer is where you’ll be able to get First Aid and ask any general questions.

    The local area

    Got some extra time at the end of the day? Why not head out to some of our local towns to explore what's available for students in the local area.

    Explore the local area

    Wi-Fi on campus

    Free Wi-Fi is available all day. Use CampusNet, register as a visitor and follow the instructions provided.