Richmond, The American International University in London

Address and Location

The American International University is a private liberal arts and professional studies institute. The university is internationally accredited and set across two campuses in Richmond-upon-Thames and Kensington, London.

 

Background and History

Richmond is a unique institution, based in the UK but awarding American degree qualifications recognised by the Open University. 2012 marked the American University's 40th anniversary.

Location and Accessibility

Richmond Campus

By Road: From the A316, join Manor Road. This later becomes Queens Road. Follow Queens Road until you reach the entrance of Richmond University on the right hand side, opposite the "Lass O' Richmond Hill Pub.

By Rail: The Richmond campus is closest to Richmond Tube station. From the station, take a bus bound for Kingston.

Kensington Campus

By Car: From Kensington High Street, turn into Victoria Road and then take the third right onto St. Albans Grove. Atlantic House is on the right.

By Rail: Atlantic House and the university's other Kensington facilities are closest to Kensington High Street Tube station.

Accessibility: Most university facilities are wheelchair-accessible and accommodation is provided for students with disabilities.

What's on Offer

Richmond offers a broad variety of arts, humanities and science subjects at undergraduate level.

Entry Requirements

Every undergraduate student will first enter the Liberal Arts programme before specialising in their major. Because of this, the entry requirements for all undergraduate programmes at Richmond are the same regardless of the major chosen by the student later in their course. Typical minimum offers are BBC at A-Level or a US High School Diploma with a minimum GPA of 2.5.

University Accommodation

The university offers students accommodation at both its Kensington and Richmond campuses. Several hundred single, double and triple rooms are available to undergraduates.  

Private Accommodation

Richmond provides a good deal of guidance for those wishing to live off-campus. Rents near the university campuses in Richmond and Kensington are expensive; most students choose to live in the outskirts of the capital.

Academic Strengths and Research Profile

Degrees from the university are recognised as valid in both the UK and US, and teaching and research at the institute is well-regarded across the board.  

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are subject to change, so it is advisable to contact the university directly for up-to-date information. Fees for international students and postgraduates vary.  

Financial Support: A variety of scholarships and means-tested bursaries are available to undergraduates and postgraduates. Check the university website for more details.

Academic Facilities

The university has several libraries, PC clusters and labs to ensure students have sufficient resources during their time at Richmond. Academic facilities are of a good standard across the university.

 

Other on-site Amenities

The university provides plenty of opportunities to get involved in sport, making good use of Richmond Park, the capital's largest royal park. The institute also has links with Leeds Metropolitan University, with whom it runs an International Soccer Academy.

Social and Medical Care

The university provides a Student Affairs team to support learners through their college career.

     

What's on in the Area

Richmond-upon-Thames is a 15-minute Tube journey from the centre of London. The town itself offers beautiful surroundings, with parks, historic houses, theatres, museums, galleries and a centre bursting with shops and restaurants. Kensington is another of the wealthiest and best-kept parts of the capital, meaning Richmond students are truly spoilt for choice when it comes to finding things to do and places to go.

 

Moving On

The university provides a number of careers services for students, including job fairs, CV-writing workshops and mock interviews.

Richmond University is characterized by the diversity of its student body. Year on year, the university is attended by students from more than 100 different countries, even though the student community never numbers more than 2000.

Is Richmond the place for you?

Richmond makes an excellent choice for those looking to join a multicultural, international community. The dual nature of degrees earned at the institute are a bonus for any person hoping to pursue a career in the US, as is the chance to study in Kensington and Richmond-upon-Thames.