Quick Summary
Public in London, United Kingdom — Kingston University London, est. 1899. Ranked #601-610 globally by QS World University Rankings 2026, it enrolls 19455 students including 25% from outside United Kingdom. Known for strengths in Art & Design, Fashion, Pharmacy, it maintains an acceptance rate of 25%.
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Institutional Profile
Who they are
Top-ranked for fashion and design, strong employability focus, and prime London location.
Subject Strengths
Art & DesignFashionPharmacyJournalismArchitecture
Founded1899
TypePublic
Total Students19455
Intl Students25%
Faculty Ratio17.8
CampusMulti-site Urban
Campus Size75 acres
Affiliated HospitalsKingston Hospital NHS Foundation Trust, St George's University Hospitals
AccreditationAACSB, AMBA, RIBA, BCS, HCPC
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Global Standing
Three independent ranking systems
QS World 2026
#601-610
Quacquarelli Symonds
Times Higher Ed
#801-1000
THE World University
ARWU Shanghai
#901-1000
Academic Ranking
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Academics & Research
What you can study
Undergraduate, Postgraduate, Research, Professional Development
Programs
Available
PhD Programs
Available
Online Programs
Centre for Research in Modern European Philosophy (CRMEP), TownHouse Research Hub
Research Centers
High
Research Output
AACSB, AMBA, RIBA, BCS, HCPC
Accreditation
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Admissions Brief
What it takes to get in
Entry Requirements
Acceptance Rate25%
IELTS6.5
TOEFL88
Min GPA3
GRENot Available
GMATNot Available
SATNot Available
ACTNot Available
Key Dates
FALLApplication Deadline · January 29, 2025
SPRINGApplication Deadline · October 30, 2025
MAR-APRDecisions Released
Required Documents
TranscriptsSOPEnglish ScoresLORsPassport
Insider Tip
Strong portfolio required for creative arts; focus on personal statement alignment with industry goals.
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Cost Ledger
Amounts in British Pound
UG Tuition
£16,100/yr
per year · GBP
Living Cost
£13,000/yr
per year · GBP
PG Tuition
£17,300/yr
per year · GBP
Application Fee
$36
one time · USD
Total Estimated Annual Cost
£29,100/yr
tuition + living + essentials · GBP
Scholarships AvailableInternational Scholarships, Alumni Discounts, Commonwealth Scholarships
Avg Scholarship$6,350
Financial AidFederal Student Aid (US), Student Finance England
Work-StudyAvailable
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Featured & Popular Programs
A sample from Undergraduate, Postgraduate, Research, Professional Development programs total
| Program | Level | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Fashion | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| Graphic Design | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
| Pharmacy | PHD | 3-5 YRS |
| Business Management | MBA | 12-24 MO |
| Aerospace Engineering | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
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Career Outcomes
Where graduates land
$38,000
Average Salary After Graduation
92%
Employment Rate
Internship PlacementStrong connections with Sony, BBC, and British Airways
Industry Connections
CBIGreater London Authorityvarious NHS Trusts
Notable Alumni
Eric Clapton, Jasper Conran, David Chipperfield, Glenda Bailey
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Campus & Student Life
Life beyond lectures
Housing
On-campus available
Sports Facilities
Tolworth Court Sports Ground, fitness centres, dance studios
Student Clubs
Over 90 societies and sports clubs
Library Resources
TownHouse Library, 24/7 access during term time
Exchange Programs
Erasmus+, Study Abroad program
Summer Programs
Available