Academic Support
We offer extensive support services to help students thrive during their studies.
At the University of Roehampton, we are committed to your success from the moment you join us.
With personalised support tailored to your needs, you'll have access to a dedicated Personal Tutor who will assist you throughout your studies, offering both face-to-face and remote support. Our aim is to ensure you thrive academically and build a strong foundation for your future.
We provide 24/7 online resources, enabling you to learn wherever you are—on campus, at home, or elsewhere. Our comprehensive support services are designed to enhance your skills, boost your confidence, and help you achieve your best possible grades.
Personal Tutor
As a Roehampton student, you will be assigned a dedicated Personal Tutor. Your Tutor will be a member of academic staff in your department and will offer you personalised study advice, help you choose your modules, and provide advice on future careers.
We ensure that you will have regular access to your Tutor throughout your degree, meaning they will get to know you and provide you with a supportive source of advice during your time with us.
Academic and library support
Every Roehampton student has access to a team of Academic Achievement Advisers and Librarians, ready to help you get the most out of your studies.
This includes:
- Essay planning and writing
- Referencing
- Dissertations
- Report writing
- Time management
- Reading and thinking critically
- Note-taking
- Exam revision
- Subject resource guides
- RefWorks
- SPSS and using statistics
Whatever you need, it's there whenever you need it - anytime, anywhere.
Online study resources
Throughout your studies, you’ll have access to a range of resources available 24/7 to support your success.
These include our academic guidance system, online teaching materials, IT training courses, exam revision tips, and assignment writing advice.
Additionally, you’ll benefit from our extensive career skills services.
RoeBuddies
Starting university can be both exciting and challenging, but with our RoeBuddies scheme, you’ll have the support to thrive.
Designed for first-year students, RoeBuddies pairs you with a mentor who offers guidance on time management, balancing workloads, and achieving success.
Whether you’re an international student, a mature learner, or from a diverse background, you'll receive tailored advice.
The scheme also covers budgeting, stress management, student discounts, and building a strong support network to ensure your success at Roehampton.
Our Library
Our world-class library, one of the best university libraries in London, offers a vast range of resources.
These include thousands of books, journals, and other learning materials, as well as excellent IT facilities.