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Kingston University

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world rank  907

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Overview

Kingston University is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the urban setting of the small city of Kingston upon Thames, London, United Kingdom. Established in 1992, Kingston University (KUL) is a coeducational institution and is officially recognized/chartered by the Privy Council. KUL provides programs and courses leading to officially recognized higher education degrees, such as pre-bachelor's degrees (i.e. certificates, diplomas, associate or foundation), bachelor's degrees, master's degrees and doctorate degrees in several areas of study. Further information can be found in the uniRank degree levels and areas of study table below or by searching the institution's website through the search engine below. This 34-year-old UK higher education institution has a selective admission policy based on students' past academic records and grades. International applicants are eligible to apply. KUL also offers several academic and non-academic facilities and services, including a library, sports facilities, study abroad and exchange programs, and administrative services.

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Control

Kingston University's Control Typepublic

Entity

Kingston University's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

Kingston University' Size by Total Enrollmentlarge-sized

Selectivity

Kingston University's Selectivity by Acceptance Ratenot reported

Identity

Name
Name (English) n.a.
Name (Non Latin) n.a.
Acronym KUL
Founded 1992 Origins date back to 1899 as Kingstone Technical Institute
Motto Per Scientiam Progredimur
Through learning we progress
Colours
Mascot Cougar

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Location

Address River House 53-57, High Street
Kingston upon Thames
KT1 1LQ London
United Kingdom
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Kingston University Phone Number (20) 8417 9000
Kingston University Fax Number (20) 8417 7178
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Recognition and Accreditation

Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

Kingston University is legally chartered, licensed and/or institutionally accredited by: Privy Council

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation

1992


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Kingston University's programmatic accreditations; feel free to submit any relevant missing specialized accreditations.

  • Academy of Pharmaceutical Sciences
  • Association for Nutrition (AfN)
  • Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA)
  • Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB International)
  • Bar Standards Board (BSB)
  • BCS, the Chartered Institute for IT
  • British Psychological Society (BPS)
  • Chartered Institute of Building (CIOB)
  • Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA)
  • Chartered Institute of Marketing (CIM)
  • Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (CIPD)
  • Chartered Institution of Highways and Transportation (CIHT)
  • EPAS (EFMD Programme Accreditation System)
  • General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC)
  • Institute of Biomedical Science (IBMS)
  • Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales (ICAEW)
  • Institute of Environmental Management and Assessment (IEMA)
  • Institute of Highway Engineers (IHE)
  • Institution of Civil Engineers (ICE)
  • Institution of Mechanical Engineers (IMechE)
  • Institution of Structural Engineers (IStructE)
  • Royal Aeronautical Society (RAeS)
  • Royal Geographical Society (with IBG)
  • Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS)
  • Royal Society of Biology (RSB)
  • Royal Society of Chemistry (RSC)


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Important: the above section is intended to include only those reputable organizations (e.g. Ministries or Departments of Higher Education) that have the legal authority to officially charter, license, register or more generally recognize Kingston University as a whole (institutional legal recognition), accredit the institution as a whole (institutional accreditation) or accredit its specific programs or courses (programmatic accreditation).

Fields of Study and Degree Levels

Kingston University Fields of Study and Degree Levels

The following Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix of Kingston University is divided into 6 main fields of study and 4 levels of degrees, from the lowest undergraduate degree to the highest postgraduate degree. This matrix aims to help quickly identify Kingston University's academic range and degree level offering.



Kingston University: Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix
Undergraduate Postgraduate
PreBach
degrees 		Bachelor
degrees 		Master
degrees 		Doctoral
degrees
Yes Yes Yes Yes
A&H Yes Yes Yes Yes
L&C
B&S Yes Yes Yes Yes
M&H Yes Yes Yes Yes
S&T Yes Yes Yes Yes
Eng Yes Yes Yes Yes

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Programs and Courses

Kingston University Academic Programs/Courses

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Tuition Fees

Kingston University Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This Tuition Fees Range Matrix of Kingston University categorizes tuition fees by student type (local or international) and degree level (undergraduate or postgraduate). It aims to help students get an approximate idea of the estimated yearly tuition fees at Kingston University.



Kingston University: Tuition Fees Range Matrix
Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students		 10,000-12,499 US$ (9,110-11,390 Euro) 10,000-12,499 US$ (9,110-11,390 Euro)
International
students		 17,500-19,999 US$ (15,950-18,225 Euro) 15,000-17,499 US$ (13,670-15,950 Euro)

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Important: tuition fee ranges are indicative. Final tuition fees can vary by degree program, citizenship, residency status, study load and enrollment mode. Contact Kingston University Admissions for exact pricing applicable to your circumstances. Data sources: these figures are compiled from direct institutional submissions to uniRank, official Kingston University website data and publicly available government education sources.

Admissions

Kingston University Admission Info


Kingston University's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

Kingston University is a coeducational institution, admitting both men and women to its programs and degrees.


Kingston University's Admission Selection Admission Selection

Kingston University has a selective admission policy based on students' past academic records and grades.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

Kingston University 's acceptance rate is not reported.


Minority Serving Minority Serving

This institution does not have a special focus on promoting education or research among a specific minority or ethnic group.


Admission Requirements Admission Requirements

Not reported


Kingston University's International Students Admission International Students

Yes
Kingston University has more than 6400 international students.


Kingston University's Admission Office Admission Office



(20) 8547 7053


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Notice: admission policy and acceptance rate may vary by the areas of study, degree level, student's nationality or residence and other criteria. Please contact Kingston University's Admission Office for detailed information on their admission selection policy and acceptance rate.

Size and Profile

Kingston University Size and Profile


Kingston University's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

Kingston University has a student enrollment ranging from 10,000 to 14,999, making it a large-sized institution.


Kingston University's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

Kingston University's academic staff ranges from 700 to 799 members.


Kingston University's Control Type Control Type

Kingston University is a public higher education institution, meaning it is funded and managed by the government, providing affordable access to education for students.


Kingston University's Entity Type Entity Type

Kingston University is a non-profit higher education institution, relying on government subsidies and reinvesting all revenue into programs, research and student services rather than distributing profits to owners or shareholders.


Kingston University's Campus Setting Campus Setting

Kingston University's main campus is located in an urban setting, meaning it is situated within a city.


Kingston University's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

Kingston University adopts a semesters academic calendar, a scheduling system where the academic year is divided into two main terms, or semesters, each typically lasting about 15 to 18 weeks, separated by a long break, usually a winter or summer vacation.


Kingston University's Disabled Students Friendliness Disabled Students %

Not reported


Kingston University is None Religious Affiliation

None.



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Facilities and Services

Kingston University Facilities


Kingston University's Library University Library

Yes Visit Kingston University's Library


Kingston University's Housing University Housing

Not reported


Kingston University's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

Yes


Kingston University's Institutional Hospital Institutional Hospital

Not reported

Kingston University Services


Kingston University's Financial Aid Financial Aid

Not reported


Kingston University's Study Abroad Study Abroad

Yes


Kingston University's Distance Learning Distance Learning

Not reported


Kingston University's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

Not reported


Kingston University's Career Services Career Services

Not reported


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Academic Structure

Kingston University Organisational Structure

The academic structure of Kingston University consists of the following primary first-level divisions; feel free to submit any relevant missing division.

Kingston University
  • Faculty of Art, Design and Architecture
  • Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences
  • Faculty of Business and Law
  • Faculty of Science, Engineering and Computing
  • Faculty of Health and Social Care Sciences

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Memberships and Affiliations

Kingston University Affiliations and Memberships

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Kingston University's affiliations and memberships; feel free to submit any relevant missing higher education-related organizations this university is affiliated with.

  • Association of Commonwealth Universities (ACU)
  • European University Association (EUA)
  • MillionPlus
  • Universities UK


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Social Media

Official Social Media Channels

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LinkedIn LinkedIn

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kingston University public or private?

Kingston University is a public higher education institution, meaning it is funded and managed by the government, providing affordable access to education for students.

Is Kingston University profit or non-profit?

Kingston University is a non-profit higher education institution, relying on government subsidies and reinvesting all revenue into programs, research and student services rather than distributing profits to owners or shareholders.

What is the size of Kingston University in terms of enrollment?

Kingston University has a student enrollment ranging from 10,000 to 14,999, making it a large-sized institution.

What is the size of Kingston University in terms of academic staff?

Kingston University's academic staff ranges from 700 to 799 members.

Is Kingston University a coeducational institution?

Kingston University is a coeducational institution, admitting both men and women to its programs and degrees.

What academic calendar does Kingston University use?

Kingston University adopts a semesters academic calendar, a scheduling system where the academic year is divided into two main terms, or semesters, each typically lasting about 15 to 18 weeks, separated by a long break, usually a winter or summer vacation.

What religion is Kingston University affiliated with?

None.

Does Kingston University admit international students?

Yes. Kingston University has more than 6400 international students.

What is Kingston University's acceptance rate and admission policy?

Kingston University 's acceptance rate is not reported. This university has a selective admission policy based on students' past academic records and grades.

How much does it cost to attend Kingston University KUL?

Undergraduate tuition range for local students: 10,000-12,499 US$ (9,110-11,390 Euro). International students: 17,500-19,999 US$ (15,950-18,225 Euro). Tuition costs may vary by program.

Where is Kingston University KUL located?

Kingston University is located in Kingston upon Thames, London, United Kingdom. Address: River House 53-57, High Street.

Is Kingston University KUL accredited and legally recognised?

Yes, Kingston University is accredited by Privy Council (since 1992).

Does Kingston University offer financial aid?

Not reported

Does Kingston University offer study abroad programs?

Yes

Does Kingston University have a university library?

Yes

Does Kingston University provide student housing and accommodation?

Not reported

Does Kingston University have sports facilities or activities?

Yes

Does Kingston University offer academic counseling?

Not reported

Does Kingston University offer career services?

Not reported

Does Kingston University offer distance learning?

Not reported

Does Kingston University have an institutional hospital?

Not reported

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