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Richmond upon Thames College

London, United Kingdom • Founded 1977

Updated Sep 2026 · Source: rutc.ac.uk

Overview

English Name: Richmond upon Thames College
Founded: 1977
Institution Type: College
Richmond upon Thames College campus and surroundings
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Richmond upon Thames College is among the United Kingdom's colleges, founded in 1977 and based in London, United Kingdom. It operates as a higher-education provider.

Richmond upon Thames College runs a small set of programmes.

Location & Contact

Richmond upon Thames College's campus location, postal address, and admissions contact channels are below.

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Phone: 02086078000
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Programs Offered

Below are Richmond upon Thames College's active programmes, grouped by degree level, with search.

2 programmes on record. Compare these on the programs page All programs in United Kingdom

Certificate 1 programme

Applied Science - Forensic
Forensic Science · 32 weeks

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Higher Diploma 1 programme

Applied Science - Forensic
Forensic Science · 32 weeks

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Scholarships in United Kingdom

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

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.
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.
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.
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 Richmond upon Thames College

Five steps that capture how applications to Richmond upon Thames College flow.

  1. 1
    Identify the right programme

    Use the programme finder to browse Richmond upon Thames College's 2 active programmes. Filter by keyword or scan by degree level. Read curriculum details on each programme's dedicated page if available.

  2. 2
    Check entry requirements

    Programme-level requirements at Richmond upon Thames College typically include academic transcripts, language proficiency proof, identity documents, and a personal statement or interview. Confirm specific requirements with the admissions office.

  3. 3
    Prepare your application documents

    Prepare academic transcripts, ID/passport copies, language proficiency proof, a personal statement, and reference letters. International candidates may need apostilled or notarised translations — start early to avoid deadline pressure.

  4. 4
    Submit via UCAS or the institution

    Richmond upon Thames College takes undergraduate applications through the UCAS system (ucas.com). Postgraduate applicants apply directly through Richmond upon Thames College's own admissions portal at www.rutc.ac.uk instead.

  5. 5
    Get in touch with admissions

    Confirm receipt of your application with the admissions office and keep an eye on your portal for status changes. You can reach the institution by email at [email protected] or by phone at 02086078000. Quick responses to any follow-up requests keep your application moving smoothly through the review process.

Frequently Asked Questions about Richmond upon Thames College

Common questions about Richmond upon Thames College — answers from its published profile.

How old is Richmond upon Thames College?

The institution opened in 1977 (approximately 49 years ago).

What city is Richmond upon Thames College in?

Richmond upon Thames College operates from London, United Kingdom.

Where can I learn more about Richmond upon Thames College?

Richmond upon Thames College's official website is www.rutc.ac.uk.

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