International Students
An international community on the edge of London
London has an unrivalled number of world-class museums, galleries and collections, but perhaps the greatest resource is the fabric and culture of the city itself. Our proximity to London keeps us in tune with the zeitgeist and easy access to international exhibitions, events and the everyday exhilaration of the city's streets. The buildings and streetscapes of the city provide a living education, and London is an important 'workshop' used regularly in all our courses.
At the same time, Kingston's location on the edge of England's capital city enables you to stand back from the hectic city centre and approach your work in a quieter environment. Kingston itself is a safe, friendly area with a thriving town centre and plenty of student-focused places where you can socialise. Most first- year students live in Kingston's halls of residence.
Teaching and Expertise
Studio practice, group activity and interaction are at the core of our teaching. Postgraduate courses are led by staff recognised as leaders in their fields in theory, practice and research. As a postgraduate student at Kingston, you will be encouraged to make the most of your time by networking, with the help of your tutors, among many art, design and architecture professionals.
Studying at Knights Park Campus
Everything in the Faculty of Art, Design and Architecture is in one building by the small Hogsmill River which leads to the Thames and is only a five minute walk from the centre of Kingston and all its shops, post office, banks, picturesque ancient market place and riverbank. In Knights Park (which is open at weekends too) there is the bar, café, shop and computer facilities as well as excellent studios, workshops, library, lecture and seminar rooms, student support and staff offices. In this friendly atmosphere dedicated to creative study you will not have to spend time or money travelling from place to place, everything you need is here for day to day teaching and learning.
English Language Courses
ENGLISH LANGUAGE COURSES
We offer a range of options to enable you to reach the necessary level of English for your chosen course of study and provide a free programme of English language support once you have enrolled. Most of our degree programmes require an IELTS score of 6 (or the equivalent).
Pre-sessional English Language information
English Language Support Programme information
Graduate Certificate in English and Research Skills
Students applying for entry onto our postgraduate courses with IELTS 5.5 or above can prepare by enrolling for the Graduate Certificate in English and Research Skills. This programme combines intensive English for academic purposes and postgraduate study skills with lectures and seminars in your own field of study. Depending on your current level of English, you can join the course in the September or January of the year prior to starting your postgraduate programme. Successful completion of the Graduate Certificate will ensure that you meet the English Language entry requirements for postgraduate study at Kingston.
USEFUL CONTACT NUMBERS
To order a copy of our International Student Guide: Applicant Services
T: +44 (0)20 8547 7053 E: int.recruit@kingston.ac.uk
International Student Advisor: Pauline Sampson
T: +44 (0)20 8547 7516 E: p.sampson@kingston.ac.uk
International fee status enquiries: Sue Atkinson
T: +44 (0)20 8547 7516 E: s.atkinson@kingston.ac.uk
Pre-sessional English Language Courses: Penny Tribe
T: +44 (0)20 8547 7884 E: hsshortcourses-info@kingston.ac.uk
Accommodation enquiries:Accommodation Services
T: +44 (0)20 8547 7210 E: accommodation@kingston.ac.uk
www.kingston.ac.uk/international
Useful Links
Student Profiles
Hayoung Yi
MA Illustration and Animation
"I adjusted well into Kingston University as the School and the professors take very good care of international students."
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