Kingston University (KUL)

About

Kingston University is a public university located in Kingston upon Thames, a vibrant area in southwest London, UK. It's known for its strong teaching, global perspective, and diverse student body, with many international students from over 140 countries. 

Objectives

Kingston University's primary objective is to promote participation in higher education and enhance students' life chances. The university also aims to support staff ambitions and strengthen its impact on industry, policy, and professions to enable a sustainable future, both socially and economically. 

Main Academic Divisions (Faculties)

• Kingston School of Art.
• Faculty of Business and Social Sciences. 
• Faculty of Health, Science, Social Care and Education. 
• Faculty of Engineering, Computing and the Environment.

Reasons to Study at Kingston University

1. Multicultural welcome

   Kingston University is home to students from over 140 different countries. As well as this international atmosphere on campus, the University’s close proximity to central London allows for you to experience life in the United Kingdom’s most international city.

2. Essential workplace experience

   Kingston offers a number of degrees which offer practical work experience. In a job market where you need to be better than your competition, work experience with a relevant employer gives a distinct edge to your employability.

Fees

Admission

Undergraduate Admission Requirement

• Entry requirements vary by course, be sure to check the course page for course specific requirements. 
• You can use the country guides to check qualification equivalencies, English language requirements, and to find approved representatives who can support you. Entry requirements vary by course, so make sure to check the course page too.

Postgraduate Admission Requirments

• Entry requirements vary by course, be sure to check the course page for course specific requirements. 
• You can use the country guides to check qualification equivalencies, English language requirements, and to find approved representatives who can support you.

Supporting Documents

• Proof of identity: A copy of the photo page of your passport. If your documents are under a different name, please include evidence of your name change.
• Academic qualifications: Certificates and transcripts for qualifications achieved. If you're still studying, include this information in your application.
• English language qualification
• Personal statement
• Additional documents (if applicable): These might include a CV, a portfolio, a research proposal, or a work experience letter.

How To Apply For Admission

FOR UNDERGRADUATE: For most of the undergraduate courses, you apply online through the Universities and Colleges Admissions Service (UCAS).

FOR POSTGRADUATE: Applications are made online via the selected course page.

Admission Contacts

Email: [email protected]
Phone : +44 (0)203 510 0746

Gallery

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  Graduating Students

Campus Tour

Facilities

• Library: Kingston University has a library on each of its four campuses, including one inside the award-winning Town House building (RIBA Stirling Prize and Mies van der Rohne best new building in Great Britain and Europe).
• Accommodation: Whether you prefer on-campus living, private housing or staying at home, you’ll be supported with options that match your lifestyle and needs. The halls of residence provide convenient, comfortable and fully-furnished accommodations close to campus and local amenities.
• Sports: Train at first-class fitness facilities with all the space and equipment you need to be your best. Make use of excellent outdoor sports facilities at Tolworth Court sports ground. You’ll find everything you need to play football, rugby, netball, cricket, American football and lacrosse, including a floodlit hardcourt area, sports pavilion and café and bar. As well as the student teams, the 55 acres of sports ground at Tolworth Court are available for hire to the local community and clubs.
• Place of Worship: Kingston University has places of worship and facilities for religious observance, including prayer rooms at its campuses and a multi-faith center. 

Accreditations

AACSB, AMBA, and EPAS Accreditation s

Vice Chancellor

Academic Staff

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  Zoe Almazan

  Senior Lecturer in Building Surveying Zoe is a senior lecturer in building surveying at Kingston University. Prior to joining Kingston in 2020, she has over 15 years of experience in construction, urban planning, architecture and building... read more

  surveying.
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  Dr Anil Vangala

  Senior Lecturer in Pharmaceutics Dr Anil received his Bachelor of Pharmacy (1997) and Master of Pharmacy (2000) degrees from India. He subsequently moved to the UK in 2002 and pursued his PhD, which was funded by the School of Life a... read more

  nd Health Sciences at Aston University, Birmingham, UK, and he completed it in 2006. His doctoral research involved enhancing the immunogenicity of plasmid DNA and subunit vaccines through surfactant-based particulate systems
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  Dr Alvart Balmanian

  Lecturer in Finance Dr Alvart Balmanian is a Lecturer in Finance at Kingston Business School. She holds a PhD in Finance from Newcastle University.

  Her research lies at the intersection of behavioural finance, corp... read more

  orate finance and derivatives – focusing on how investors behave in both stock and option markets during major corporate events, and exploring the role of sentiment in shaping investor behaviour. Her research has been presented in international academic conferences.
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  Dr Anna Paolillo

  Senior Lecturer in Organisational Psychology Dr Anna is a senior lecturer in the Department of Management and Course Director of the MSc in Business and Occupational Psychology. She has a PhD in "Organisational Psychology: Differentiation and In... read more

  tegration processes" from University of Verona (Italy). During her doctorate she received two international mobility grants for the project entitled "Improving safety at work: the role of climates" (awarded fund: €14,000) which allowed her to complete half of her PhD at University Institute of Lisbon (ISCTE-IUL, Portugal) in co-supervision of thesis and to be awarded also PhD in "Management, HR and Organisational Behaviour" from the above-mentioned University.
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  Dr Carl Hall

  Senior Lecturer in Analytical and Forensic Science Dr Carl has been a lecturer in Analytical and Forensic Science for 22 years. Firstly at the University of Huddersfield where he also spent a period as deputy course leader and was part of the team whi... read more

  ch developed the degrees in; Pharmaceutical Science, Forensic and Analytical Science and the MChem with an Industrial Placement, and more recently at Kingston University.

Notable Alumni

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  Eric Clapton Singer
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  Ben Barnes Actor
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  Laura Woods Presenter
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  Adel Al Toraifi Journalist

History

For over 120 years, Kingston University has been driving innovation in education and community impact. From their beginnings as Kingston Technical Institute in 1899 to their evolution into a modern institution, Kingston University has continually shaped the futures of students through academic excellence and forward-thinking teaching.

Over the decades, they have expanded across multiple campuses, embraced cutting-edge technology, and remained committed to providing high-quality education.