St Mary's University, Twickenham, is a London-based university with a history dating back to 1850, known for its close-knit community and commitment to student support. The university's legal objects include advancing education, providing teacher training, and ensuring a Catholic Christian presence in intellectual exploration.
| Acronym | SMU |
| Nickname | SMU |
| Motto / Slogan | Show Thyself to be a Mother |
| Colour | Blue and White |
| Founded | 1850 |
| Location | City of London, England, United Kingdom |
| Address | St Mary's University Waldegrave Road Strawberry Hill Twickenham TW1 4SX |
St Mary's University, Twickenham's mission is to develop the whole person in accordance with God's will, focusing on student engagement and participation.
St Mary's University, Twickenham's vision is rooted in its core mission as an inclusive Catholic University, aiming to develop the whole person and empower its community to have a positive impact on the world.
St Mary's University, Twickenham's primary objective is to provide a high-quality, student-centered education within a Catholic context, fostering intellectual, social, and personal growth.
We prioritise our students – you'll be treated as a person, not a number. You'll get dedicated, one-to-one support from your personal tutor, librarians, and the Wellbeing Service.
We're based in the leafy London borough of Twickenham, so as well as being close to local amenities, you'll never be far from all the capital has to offer in terms of:
Our campus is green and peaceful. You'll also have easy access to spaces like Richmond Park and Bushy Park. We run campus tours every Wednesday at 12 pm. If you'd like to join us for one of these tours, please register your place for your preferred day.
We're a small university, so you really get to know the people around you. And because of this, we have a strong sense of community. Our students say:
We understand that sometimes barriers you can't control get in the way of academic achievement. You are more than just your grades. We'll consider your application as a whole, taking into account things like:
Students are normally required to achieve a 2:2 degree from a UK university, or equivalent, in a relevant subject.
International students should check our country-specific pages for equivalents. If English is not your first language you will need to achieve an IELTS score of 6.5 overall with no less than 6.0 in any section.
We now accept IELTS Indicator test results as proof of your English language level
Email: [email protected]
Phone : +44020 8240 4000, +442082404192
Sport: At St Mary’s, we aim to have a diverse offer that caters for a range of needs. Whether you’re taking your first steps into recreational fitness activities, or you’re an international athlete seeking additional support, we have something for you. Our teams have achieved a lot and our players have earned many individual awards. We are committed to good sportsmanship, teamwork and excellence. Whether you are a future student, a graduate, or a sports fan, discover what we can offer.
Library: The Library is a comprehensive study facility located at the heart of our campus. At the front of the Library is the Student Hub, your single point of contact for all enquiries regarding Library, IT, Student Services, Registry, Careers and more.
All students automatically become members of the Library, giving unlimited access to a large collection of online resources, and access to our physical books and journals.?
Cafeteria: The Refectory, situated in the heart of the campus, is the University's largest food outlet and is open seven days a week. Freshly cooked meals are served daily and there is a wide range of sandwiches, snacks, cold/hot drinks and a selection of essential grocery items.
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Jess is a BASES-accredited physiologist with a strong foundation in applied practice, having collaborated with elite athletes and prestigious organisations, including the RAF. Her academic journey culminated in a PhD in 2015, focusing on recovery from exercise-induced muscle damage.
Since then, she has become a leading researcher in this field, contributing significantly to the understanding of physiological recovery processes.
Drawing strength from her Catholic faith, she has since worked tirelessly with young people across the country, sharing Jimmy’s story with schools, prisons, youth offending institutes and the Catholic community.
Returning from Canada, he once again worked in a parish but also served as a Reserve Chaplain in the Army.
In 1992 he was appointed as Private Secretary to the Archbishop Michael Bowen, Archbishop of Southwark, holding this post for nine years before being appointed Vicar General of the Diocese. In 2009 he was appointed Bishop of the Forces by Pope Benedict XVI. In March 2015 he was appointed by Pope Francis as Bishop of Arundel and Brighton, and was installed on 28th May 2015.
St Mary's has a long and distinguished history and a very modern outlook. With an original intake of just six students, St Mary's has now grown to around 6,000 undergraduate and postgraduate students across the four academic Schools. Established in 1850 and with a deep heritage in education, St Mary’s has a strong reputation for teaching excellence and a student-centred approach. On 23rd January 2014, St Mary's University College, Twickenham, was awarded full university title by the Privy Council and became St Mary's University, Twickenham.