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Become a Richmond Pioneer

Would you like to go to university but don’t have the right A level grades or the equivalent?

Well, now you can. At Richmond American University London, we believe every student should have the opportunity to dream big, reach their potential and succeed.

That’s why, for the first time, we are launching our Richmond Pioneers programme with Foundation, opening up our Liberal Arts degree programmes to students without A levels or the equivalent – offering you the opportunity of a unique, international university education in London.

Tell me about Richmond American University London

  • We have a new campus being launched on Chiswick Park, West London from September 2022
  • We teach an American style Liberal Arts curriculum and all of our degree programmes take four years
  • Our students typically have 15 contact hours each week
  • Our students graduate with both a UK and US degree, opening up opportunities on graduation
  • We are both highly international and long established – in 2022, we will be celebrating our 50th year
  • We offer great student support including a Personal Academic Advisor, with help on housing, health and wellbeing, financial guidance and careers advice from our award-winning Student Affairs team

What our students say about studying at Richmond

A liberal arts education at Richmond provides more diversity, choice and freedom as well as fostering skills like personal and social development, providing students with self-confidence, self-understanding and a sense of social responsibility.

“Richmond has proved itself home for the past three years of my life. I will forever be grateful for the supportive environment and the life-long friends I have made here.

My chosen Major, Communications: Media Studies, provided me with the tools and experience to confidently move into any career of my choosing. The programme is very inclusive and gives all students the chance to explore their strengths to the best of their abilities. Being a Richmond student is something I will be proud of for many years to come.”

LiviaCommunications: Media Studies (BA)

“What I gained during my BA in Psychology is experience, knowledge, confidence, and the opportunity to further myself. The small class sizes and the accessibility of faculty help me to fully explore my interests and develop my goals.”

AlessandraPsychology (BA)

Generous scholarship

If you are a UK student and you meet the entry criteria of a minimum of five GCSE’s grade C or above (or equivalent), you will be awarded automatically our Liberal Arts Award of £3,085 per year which means you save £12,340 in tuition fees over four years.

What is the Richmond Pioneers programme?

  • Open to students with 5 GCSE’s grade C or above (or equivalent)
  • Students are supported throughout the four-year duration of the programme to help them succeed – important for building confidence and self-esteem
  • Places are limited so we are encouraging students in the local community to apply to celebrate the launch of our Chiswick Park campus
  • Choose from our wide range of programmes for undergraduates, from BA Psychology to BSc in Accounting & Finance – all of them have a ‘with Foundation’ option
  • Take English and study skills classes which are included in the timetable to enhance your knowledge and skills
  • Do an internship which will count towards your degree, it will help make you more employable when you graduate and give you great workplace experience

How does the Richmond Pioneers programme work?

From September 2022, start a four year, full-time degree programme with Foundation – which includes an extra summer semester in the first year, so you can study at your own pace.

Unlike Foundation options available at other universities, all of our programmes ‘with Foundation’ are taught with a Liberal Arts approach which means more choice, more flexibility and more support.

For instance, if you are unsure about what degree to do, it’s easy to switch programmes at the end of the first year.

A life-changing opportunity

Take advantage of this incredible study opportunity. We welcome applications from the local community to help us celebrate our new campus in 2022.

The Richmond Pioneers programme is for you if;

  • You are a resident in the Hounslow, Ealing or Hammersmith and Fulham areas
  • You have a minimum of five GCSE’s grade C or above (or equivalent)
  • You are over 18 or will be in September 2022
  • You are uncertain about your future exam results
  • You are uncertain about the future – and are not yet interested in other options such as getting a job or doing an apprenticeship
  • You want an open-minded and flexible university experience

Our new home

We will have a new campus building in Chiswick, West London from September 2022 onwards.

Visit our dedicated webpage to find out more about our exciting new campus building.

How do I apply?

Apply now via UCAS or direct through our website, and become a Richmond Pioneer. It’s a great opportunity to gain both a UK and US degree and start the adventure of a lifetime, studying with us in the world’s top student city.

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Richmond Theatre Society

We know how stressful uni can be– with countless hours of work to do it, occasionally you just need to let out some steam. Through exciting activities and events we encourage students to de-stress while developing teamwork and problem solving skills and most importantly having fun!

Some of our notable events include movie/musical nights, themed events and weekly Karaoke nights.

Since the start of the pandemic, the Theatre and performing arts industry has taken a heavy toll so starting this year, we aim to host a variety of fund-raising events in which part will be donated to the West End Theatre Support fund.

Chair: Sheila Mancilla
Contact: raiultheatresociety@richmond.ac.uk
Social: @raiul_theatresociety

Royal Richmond

This club will give proper coaching and will teach the techniques need to play cricket with proper guidance and intelligence. The aim is to produce full squad of cricket, and to debut our university cricket team to league matches.

Chair: Shaunak Jani
Contact: 000102888@richmond.ac.uk

MATRIX

Matrix is a new ‘incubator’ initiative that has been launched by Richmond Business School, it will be available to all Richmond’s students, staff and alumni. Visit MATRIX webpage.

Chair: Axelina Eriksson
Contact: matrix@richmond.ac.uk
Webpage: MATRIX

Nine Pentacles

The mission of the club is to bring a sense of peace, balance among the physical, emotional, social and spiritual aspects of an individuals life. We will be practising and reading tarot cards, meditation, manifestations, moon rituals, learning about crystals.

Chair: Semphung Limbu
Contact: 000107767@richmond.ac.uk

SM@RT

Students who are interested in Math!

Art Society is about providing a place and time for students during university life to create art, develop their techniques and portfolios, create bonds with fellow artists in the school, and build skills that will benefit their careers after university.

Chair: Amanda Falcon Ramirez & Maitreya Ravenstar
Contact: artsociety@richmond.ac.uk
Social: @richmond_art_society

Women of Richmond

Our mission is to have events to network with alumni and other inspiring women in leadership. Creating a bridge between the students at Richmond and the professional world while empowering women. Also, Students at Richmond come from diverse backgrounds and have unique experiences, women in leadership society aim to be a place where students can also network with each other.

Chair: Zhanae James
Contact: 000100054@richmond.ac.uk
Social: womenofrichmond

United in Diversity

United in Diversity is RAIUL’s LGBTQIA+ Student Society. Its goal is to provide a safe and inclusive space for our university’s LGBTQIA+ students. We organize events such as film screenings, game nights and other social events.

Chair: Jonathan Cassanova
Contact: 000099907@richmond.ac.uk
Social: @raiul_unitedindiversity

Richmond Stags Football Club

This club aims to create a full functioning squad of football players, and will be competing in a league throughout the academic year hoping for the best league finish possible.

Chair: Yara Mansour and Ali Toema
Contact: 000097253@richmond.ac.uk

Richmond Psychology Association

RPA exists to promote/support mental health across Richmond University, as well as provide educational talks and events focused around psychology.

Chair: Mya Chopra-McFarlane
Contact: 000094874@richmond.ac.uk

Richmond Dance Club

Dance club brings people together who would love to spend their free time exploring dance in different styles.

Chair: Sabina Novicka
Contact: 000105041@richmond.ac.uk
Social: richmonddanceclub

Richmond Book Club

Read and discuss books!

Chair: Tamar Dimbert
Contact: 000097730@richmond.ac.uk

One World, Many Cultures

Our main goal is to provide a community for those who feel like they don’t really belong in a ‘national’ society and to take pride in our hybrid identities and values. Most of all, we are here to promote the fun that can sometimes lack because of the pressures of uni life!

We hope to provide a safe space for you to be yourself, shake off the imposter syndrome through organising social events and will be collaborating with other societies to ensure you really get a taste of what Richmond society life is really like!

Chair: Zhanae James
Contact: 000100054@richmond.ac.uk

Korean Culture Society

The society is open to everyone regardless of how much you already know about Korean Culture.We aim to create a vibrant and welcoming environment that provide a opportunity to share your love and interests in Korean Culture. It can be K-pop, Kdramas, beauty and fashion, language, food or history.

Chair: Rabia Zulfiqar
Contact: 000102453@richmond.ac.uk
Social: @RichmondKoreanSociety

Her Campus

Her Campus is an online magazine at Richmond which is part of a global community of other chapters. We create written and social media content, host events and most importantly have fun while getting to know our female student community.

Chair: Olivia Fox
Contact: 000097249@richmond.ac.uk
Social: @hcatrichmondlondon

Green Project

We’re a team of dedicated tree-huggers who hope to contribute to sustainable living on campus and in the London community.

Chair: Sabrina Fielden
Contact: 000101456@richmond.ac.uk
Social: raiulgreenproject

Great British Baking Society

We are a society who finds laughter and joy in watching the Great British Bake Off! We love providing baked goods for the people in our community who are volunteering as well as donating money from our bake sales to the local charities we support.

Chair: Amanda Einberg
Contact: 000096872@richmond.ac.uk
Social: raiul.baking

Film Society

Weekly or biweekly movie nights, discussions on upcoming movies, movie trivia, movie/tv show theme week, voting polls on favorite/least favorite characters.

Fashion Society

Fashion Society aims to bring together like minded students to discuss the latest trends and come together to create something unique. Fashion society is inclusive to all no matter how much experience you have. If you like to create, talk, or even just wear cloths fashion society is the place for you.

Chairs: Raphaella Pope and Bella Hoffman
Contact: 000101253@richmond.ac.uk

Economics & Investment Banking Club

Economics and Investment Banking Forum aims to provide opportunities for students to gain knowledge and experience in Finance, Economics and Investment Banking fields, hopefully increasing their future career perspectives. Our club is open to all students so everyone has the opportunity to explore their fields of interest and contribute to the club’s direction. Currently, we are mostly focused on Investment Banking (M&A’s) and Corporate Finance aspects such as market research, financial analysis, business valuation and financial modelling.

Chair: Marcin Stryjecki
Contact: economicsinvestmentbankingforum@richmond.ac.uk

Coding Society

Code is the language of the modern world. The coding society is here to give a better understanding of coding and a beginner level of skills. Coding skills are good for your career prospects and more job roles now require them. And as a little bonus, coding skills attract higher wages.

Chair: Tamilla Zohdi
Contact: 000092728@richmond.ac.uk