Lady Louise is on track for graduation, but not on the standard UK timeline

As a seasoned royal watcher with decades of observing the British monarchy under my belt, I must say that Lady Louise Windsor is truly carving out her own path within the royal family. Her decision to attend St. Andrews University, the same alma mater as Prince William and Princess Catherine, shows a keen sense of tradition while also forging her own unique journey.

Lady Louise Windsor maintains a busy lifestyle being the daughter of the Duke and Duchess of Edinburgh, with her royal obligations taking up much of her time. However, her non-royal commitments are equally noteworthy. As summer vacation ends, she is preparing for her third year at university, an exciting period for many students who anticipate their upcoming graduation.

Honours and Sub-Honours

Louise has decided to enroll in the University of St. Andrews, which happens to be the same institution where Prince William and Kate Middleton studied. Unlike universities in England, St. Andrews is a four-year program, meaning Louise’s coursework will take an extra year to complete.

As stated on the university’s official website, the first two years of study at this institution are often called “sub-honours,” during which students acquire a comprehensive grasp of their chosen field of study and other related areas that may pique their interest. The subsequent “Honours” level focuses specifically on the subject or subjects chosen for the last two years of study. Typically, undergraduate degrees at this university, like those at other Scottish institutions, are pursued full-time over a span of four years.

Where does she go now?

According to reports, Lady Louise has opted for English Literature as her focus for her undergraduate studies. Moreover, she expressed on her LinkedIn profile that she is keen on venturing into professions such as the military, diplomacy, or law.

Certainly, she is the first female member of the royal family to join the military since Queen Elizabeth II. She’s had a fondness for Army Cadets and specialized Reserve Officer training designed around her timetable, setting herself up for a military career.

Hello! Magazine notes a statement from her mother, Duchess Sophie, about her royal role:

We try to bring [the children] up with the understanding that they are very likely to have to work for a living. Hence, we made the decision not to use HRH titles. They have them and can decide to use them from 18 but I think it’s highly unlikely.
Duchess Sophie of Edinburgh

According to Danielle Stacey, a royal correspondent for Hello!, Lady Louise might be someone who the Prince of Wales seeks advice from when he ascends the throne. It’s possible that she could serve as a representative of the monarchy or take part in engagements on behalf of William in the future.

2024-08-30 19:32