Description

Kingston University London is a British University located in the Royal Borough of Kingston Upon Thames. The medieval town center of Kingston is a great place to live as it has hundreds of shops, cafe's, restaurants, and a varied nightlife.

Being only 25 minutes from central London by train makes studying in Kingston exciting and allows students access to all the attractions London has to offer. Kingston also offers students a more affordable option - the cost of living in Kingston is lower than in central London!

Kingston University London offers you quality teaching and wide-ranging support in a vibrant and diverse university community. The University aims to be open and accessible to potential students of all ages, backgrounds and nationalities. We offer an intellectually challenging and culturally enriching environment for you to live and work in.
Our teaching is frequently rated as among the best in the country. The Financial Times ranked Kingston eighth in its 2002 'Top 10 Universities for Teaching' table.

While undertaking full time study, students are allowed according to UK immigration law to work part time during the term. Kingston offers many employment options as it has hundreds of shops and restaurants suitable for part time work.

After graduation, students are able to apply to stay in the UK for up to 2 years to work full time. This means that students are able to compliment an international degree abroad with international work experience.

Highlights

Students undertaking their undergraduate degree at Kingston University are met at the airport by staff and brought to the university halls of residence a full two weeks before the start of classes in order to adjust to the new culture and university. The first week is the "Welcome Week" and students get the chance to meet other international and American students at Kingston. Students are orientated into the university systems and policies as well as orientated to Kingston and London.

Minimum Education

High School

Subject Areas

Cost in US$:

Tuition rates vary from course to course but range from USD 16,000 to USD 20,000 per year. British undergraduate degrees are only 3 years in duration and US financial aid is available.

This Program is open to

Worldwide Participants.

Typical Living Arrangements

• Apartment/Flat
• Group living
• Independent living
• Other

Participants Travel

Independently

Typically Participants Work

Independently

Scholarships are Available

Please contact us. Several 'International Student Scholarships' are available for awardments of USD 6,000 for each year of study. Awardments are based on merit and need.

Application Process Involves

• Other

Typically The Application Process Time is

2 weeks

Post Services Include

• Alumni Network
• Job and Internship Network