St Mary's University, Twickenham

The university's location in south-west London offers quick access to the bustle of central London via a short train journey, picturesque parks on the doorstep and nearby, a variety of nightclubs and shopping in Kingston.

• A huge range of entertainment is found in the nearby riverside towns of Kingston and Richmond, including cinemas, live music, pubs, theatres, bowling, restaurants and more.
• Fast, frequent rail connections mean students can also explore central London and its endless list of shops and entertainment.
• A variety of nightclubs in the local area, with student nights arranged for St Mary's students throughout the week in Kingston.
• Within easy walking distance, the high streets of Teddington and Twickenham offer a good range of shops, restaurants and pubs.

• A range of on-campus accommodation is available, including en suite rooms or shared facilities.
• On-campus catered accommodation includes 14 meals per week (breakfast and dinner, brunch on weekends), served in the refectory.
• Accessible rooms are available for those who require them.
• Accommodation includes kitchenettes with fridges, microwaves, toasters and kettles.
• On-campus laundrette open to all students.

• The Students' Union arrange a variety of social events during the year such as Freshers' week, a summer ball and Varsity.
• The SU hold annual elections to select the students that will represent the student body within the university and across the UK.
• As well as representing students, the SU also run a huge number of societies and sport clubs that students can join.

• Less than 30 minutes to central London via train (with four trains an hour).
• Twickenham and Teddington high streets are a 10-minute walk from campus.
• Just 15 minutes on a bus to Kingston or Richmond.
• Public transport gives students easy and convenient access to Kingston, Twickenham and Richmond.
• Heathrow Airport is 5 miles away from the campus.

• Job opportunities in the area are plentiful, whether in bars, shops or sport-related.
• Via the university’s student ambassador scheme students represent the university, get paid, and can gain a reference too.

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