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Regent's University London

London, United Kingdom • Founded 1984

Updated Sep 2026 · Source: regents.ac.uk

Overview

English Name: Regent's University London
Acronyms: RUL
Founded: 1984
Institution Type: University
Control Type: Private
Entity Type: Non-profit
Regent's University London brand mark

Regent's University London is a private university with its campus in Regent's Park, central London, England.

Founded in 1984, it belongs to the Galileo Global Education Group and is led by an independent Board of Directors, alongside a Vice-Chancellor's Executive Team and an Academic Committee that oversee corporate and academic governance. Teaching is organised into several schools: the School of Arts and Culture, the School of Business, the School of Law, the School of Psychotherapy and Psychology, and an English Language School.

Through these, the university offers undergraduate, postgraduate and foundation-year programmes, plus English language courses, drawing a largely international student body. It partners with the Quality Assurance Agency for 2025-26 to assure the standards of its degree provision, and promotes strong industry links across its creative, business, law and psychology disciplines.

Location & Contact

Geographic and contact information for Regent's University London is listed below.

Address: Inner Circle Regent's Park
Postal Code: NW1 4NS
Phone: +44 (20) 7487 7700

Academic Details

The numbers behind Regent's University London: student body, academic staff, and recognising bodies.

Academic Year: 2024/25
Recognition: Privy Council
Total Students: 2,625
Female Students: 1,535
Academic Staff Range: 200-299
Campus Setting: Urban
Memberships & Networks
Universities UK Erasmus+

Academic Structures

Regent's University London's faculties, schools, and constituent units are listed below.

Unit 7 items
  • European Business School London
  • Regent's American College London
  • Regent's Business School London
  • Regent's Institute of Languages and Culture
  • Regent's School of Drama, Film and Media
  • Regent's School of Fashion and Design
  • Regent's School of Psychotherapy and Psychology

Degrees

MPhil and PhD degrees are supervised by Regent’s academic staff and awarded by the University of Northampton

Bachelor's 17 programs
  • Acting
  • Art History
  • Cinema and Television
  • English
  • Fashion Design
  • Graphic Design
  • History
  • Interior Design
  • International Business
  • International Relations and Diplomacy
  • Journalism
  • Management
  • Marketing
  • Media Studies
  • Political Sciences
  • Psychology
  • Public Relations
Master's 9 programs
  • Finance
  • Industrial Management
  • International Business
  • International Relations and Diplomacy
  • Management
  • Marketing
  • Media Studies
  • Psychology
  • Psychotherapy

Faculties & Divisions

All faculties operate under Privy Council.

American College London (College) 5 subjects offered

Specialisations & Subjects

  • Business Administration
  • Cinema and Television
  • European Studies
  • Fine Arts
  • History
Languages and Culture (Institute) 1 subject offered

Specialisations & Subjects

  • Modern Languages
Business (School) 4 subjects offered

Specialisations & Subjects

  • Accountancy
  • Business Administration
  • Finance
  • Management
Drama, Film and Media (School) 3 subjects offered

Specialisations & Subjects

  • Acting
  • Cinema and Television
  • Writing
European Business School London (School) 5 subjects offered

Specialisations & Subjects

  • Banking
  • Business Administration
  • Finance
  • International Business
  • Management
Fashion and Design (School) 2 subjects offered

Specialisations & Subjects

  • Fashion Design
  • Interior Design
Psychotherapy and Psychology (School) 2 subjects offered

Specialisations & Subjects

  • Psychology
  • Psychotherapy

Programs Offered

Regent's University London's programme catalogue is grouped by level below.

68 programmes on record. Each level below shows a sample. Compare these on the programs page All programs in United Kingdom

Honours Degree 41 programmes

Showing 10 of 41.

Master's Degree 25 programmes

MA Management and Marketing
Marketing

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Showing 10 of 25.

Postgraduate Certificate 2 programmes

Scholarships in United Kingdom

Scholarships open to students attending universities in the United Kingdom are listed below.

Alumni Advantage Award
University funded · International students · Fee Waiver
20% off your postgraduate tuition fee as a thank-you to Regent's undergraduate alumni, including Study Abroad students, who progress onto a postgraduate course.
Cambridge Trust International Scholarship
Cambridge Trust · Foundation funded · International students · Renewable · Combined · Covers Living
Covers tuition fees at the international rate, an annual maintenance stipend, and support towards the student visa and Immigration Health Surcharge, for postgraduate (and some undergraduate) study at Cambridge; there is no separate application form.
Early Bird Offer
University funded · International students · 1,500 GBP per total · Partial Tuition
£1,500 off your first-year tuition fee if you apply and pay your deposit in full ahead of the January 2027 intake.
Gates Cambridge Scholarship
Gates Cambridge Trust · Foundation funded · International students · Renewable · Combined
Funds full-time or part-time PhD study, the one-year MLitt, or (with some exceptions) other one-year postgraduate courses at the University of Cambridge; fee and stipend amounts are set through the University's own student-funding process rather than published on the eligibility page.
Global Law Scholarship
University funded · International students · Renewable · 5,000 GBP per year · Partial Tuition
£5,000 off tuition fees every year of your LLB (Hons) Law degree, awarded to 5 students starting in September 2026.
PG Global Scholarship – January 2027
University funded · International students · Partial Tuition
Between £1,000 and £4,000 off tuition fees, for full-time postgraduate applicants starting in January 2027.
PG Global Scholarship – September 2026
University funded · International students · Partial Tuition
Between £1,000 and £4,000 off tuition fees, for full-time postgraduate applicants starting in September 2026.
Rhodes Scholarship
Rhodes Trust · Foundation funded · International students · Renewable · 20,400 GBP per year · Combined · Covers Living, Travel
Covers University of Oxford course and college fees, an annual stipend of £20,400 (£1,700 a month, 2025-26 rate), the Oxford application fee, student visa and Immigration Health Surcharge costs, two economy flights to and from the UK, and a settling-in allowance.
Robert McKee Screenwriting Scholarship
University funded · International students · Renewable · 7,000 GBP per year · Partial Tuition
Set up with screenwriting expert Robert McKee, this award gives one student £7,000 towards fees each year, a free place at the London Screenwriters' Festival, and a leading role in the university's Film, Acting and Screenwriting events.
The Dr Nicholas Bowen Award for Excellence
University funded · International students · 2,000 GBP per total
Set up in 2017 in honour of Dr Nicholas Bowen, a long-serving figure in Regent's Business courses, this competitive award gives £2,000 to one Business student who best shows academic performance, an enterprising spirit, commitment to internationalism and community spirit.
UG Global Scholarship – January 2027
University funded · International students · Partial Tuition
Between £1,000 and £4,000 off your first-year tuition fees, for full-time undergraduate applicants (including Foundation-year routes) starting in January 2027.
UG Global Scholarship – September 2026
University funded · International students · Partial Tuition
Between £1,000 and £4,000 off your first-year tuition fees, for full-time undergraduate applicants (including Foundation-year routes) starting in September 2026.
Vice-Chancellor's Scholarship for India – January 2027
University funded · International students · 8,000 GBP per total · Partial Tuition
£8,000 off your first-year tuition fees, a limited number of awards for Indian students starting in January 2027 on selected undergraduate and postgraduate courses.
Vice-Chancellor's Scholarship for India – September 2026
University funded · International students · 8,000 GBP per total · Partial Tuition
£8,000 off your first-year tuition fees, a limited number of awards for Indian students starting in September 2026 on selected undergraduate and postgraduate courses.
Weidenfeld-Hoffmann Scholarships and Leadership Programme
Weidenfeld-Hoffmann Trust · Foundation funded · International students · Renewable · 18,622 GBP per year · Combined · Covers Living
Covers 100% of course fees and a living-cost grant (at least £18,622 a year through the St Antony's College partnership) for the full period of fee liability, plus participation in a tailored leadership programme.

How to apply to Regent's University London

Five steps that capture how applications to Regent's University London flow.

  1. 1
    Browse the programme catalogue

    Regent's University London's catalogue includes 68 programmes. Browse by level, identify candidates matching your prior qualifications, and note their entry requirements for the next step.

  2. 2
    Check eligibility for your chosen programme

    Entry requirements vary by programme and degree level. Verify academic minimums, language tests (if international), and any additional documents required for Regent's University London's admissions process.

  3. 3
    Get your documents ready

    Typical documents include academic transcripts, identity proof (passport or national ID), language proficiency test scores, a personal statement or motivation letter, and recommendation letters. International applicants should account for translation and notarisation time.

  4. 4
    Apply through UCAS or direct entry

    For undergraduate study, apply centrally through UCAS (ucas.com), listing Regent's University London as one of your choices. For postgraduate study, apply directly through Regent's University London's own admissions portal at www.regents.ac.uk.

  5. 5
    Reach out and track your application

    Follow up to confirm your application was received and is being processed. Reach the institution by phone at +44 (20) 7487 7700. Admissions teams may request interviews or additional documents — respond promptly to keep your application active.

Frequently Asked Questions about Regent's University London

Quick reference for Regent's University London: founding, control type, and recognition status.

When did Regent's University London open?

Regent's University London traces its founding to 1984 (approximately 42 years ago).

What city is Regent's University London in?

Regent's University London operates from London, United Kingdom.

What is Regent's University London's control type?

It is a private higher-education institution.

How big is Regent's University London's student body?

Regent's University London serves approximately 2,625 students.

What degrees does Regent's University London offer?

Regent's University London offers bachelor's and master's programmes.

How is Regent's University London organised academically?

Regent's University London is organised into 7 academic units across its disciplines.

Is Regent's University London officially recognised?

The institution holds recognition from Privy Council.

How do I find Regent's University London online?

The institution's website is www.regents.ac.uk.

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