Overview

Kingston University is an inclusive and vibrant university, recognised for its excellent teaching, ranks highly in the world’s list of young universities and has several UK-leading courses. Located in the outskirts of London, our diverse student populace enjoy the best of one of the world’s greatest cities. We offer a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate courses, several of which are rated the best in the country by The Guardian University Guide 2020. View the course list page to see the extensive offerings across our faculties.

Kingston University’s teaching has been recognised as outstanding by winning The Guardian University Award 2017 for teaching excellence. Courses are also brought to life by interactive learning facilities such as the Bloomberg trading room, the flight simulator, an in-built hospital ward and music recording studio.

Services for International Students

Kingston University is truly global and cosmopolitan; of nearly 18,000 students in total, 3,000 are international and from more than 140 countries.

We have a dedicated Visa and Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies (CAS) team and, when you begin your studies here, the Student Life Centre provides key support services on matters such as accommodation, money advice, disability support and student funds. All prospective and current students can access the support on offer.

The International Arrivals and Orientation programme is in place to help you settle in during your first week. The programme offers a free airport pick-up service, organises social events and provides induction sessions to help you get your bearings on campus and around Kingston.

Ranking

• 40th in the Guardian University Guide 2021
• Top 200 in the world in Times Higher Education Young University Rankings 2018
• Number One in the world for MBA graduate start-ups (QS TopMBA.com)
• Ranked #1 in London for Journalism, Sports Science and Pharmacy (Guardian, 2019)
• Ranked #2 for Design & Crafts, #6 for Fashion, #9 for Architecture (Guardian, 2019)
• 95% of our graduates are in work or further study within six months of graduating (HESA 2015/16)