
King's College London
United Kingdom
QS Ranking 2025
40
Guardian University Ranking 2024
23
+6Student Satisfaction
82%
Graduate Employability
90%
Int. student percentage
28%
Int. Fee Range
£30,450 to £50,300/pa
Overview
King’s College London (KCL), established in 1829, is an internationally recognised academic institution, ranked among the top 40 universities worldwide. The institution specialises in humanities, law, sciences, and health disciplines.
KCL also offers a diverse range of courses across faculties like Arts, Business, Medicine, and Engineering. At present, the university has five campuses situated in various parts of London city. The locations are Strand, Guy’s, Waterloo, St Thomas’, and Denmark Hill. These KCL campuses provide modern facilities and also provide students with access to professional and cultural opportunities.
KCL offers robust student and career support, including academic advising, mental health resources, and internship assistance. Its vibrant student life features numerous clubs and activities. Known for research excellence and partnerships, particularly with NHS trusts, KCL fosters innovation, diversity, and global impact, making it a leader in higher education.
Extended Overview
King's College London (KCL), established in 1829, is one of the UK's oldest and most prestigious universities. It ranks among the top 40 globally, with a reputation for world-class teaching and cutting-edge research. KCL is particularly renowned for its contributions to the humanities, law, sciences, and health disciplines.
The university offers a diverse range of undergraduate and postgraduate courses across faculties such as Arts & Humanities, Business, Dentistry, Law, Life Sciences & Medicine, Natural Sciences, Nursing, Psychiatry, Social Sciences, and Engineering. Notable departments include the Dickson Poon School of Law and the Faculty of Dentistry.
KCL operates across five campuses in London: Strand, Guy’s, Waterloo, St Thomas’, and Denmark Hill. These campuses provide state-of-the-art facilities and are strategically located in the heart of London, offering students access to cultural and professional opportunities.
Student support services include academic advising, mental health resources, and financial aid. Career support is robust, with dedicated teams assisting students in internships, job placements, and skill development. The vibrant student life features clubs, societies, and sports activities, fostering a sense of community.
KCL's research excellence is evident in its partnerships with leading NHS trusts and contributions to groundbreaking discoveries. Its global impact is further amplified by philanthropic initiatives and collaborations. With a diverse student body and a commitment to innovation, KCL remains a leader in higher education.
Mission Statement
King's College London is committed to delivering exceptional education, conducting world-leading research, and driving positive and sustainable societal change.
Their vision, known as "Vision 2029," aims to improve the world by focusing on five key areas: educating change-makers, challenging ideas through research, giving back to society, working with local communities, and fostering global citizens.
History
Kings College London (KCL) was founded in 1829. The institution was named after the King George IV, who was the King of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Ireland and King of Hanover from 29 January 1820 until his death in 1830.
Accodding to records, the college has a history that dates back to the 16th century with recorded first teaching in 1561, through King's Medical School, St. Thomas.
During the early stages of the academic King’s College London was affiliated under London University (now known as the University of London). The institution was the first, along with the University of London were the two affiliated colleges in London, where the government established an examining board to grant degrees. The first University of London degrees were awarded to King's College London students in 1839.
The college, having all the characteristics of a university, opened its own hospital in 1840. Through the King’s College Hospital Act 1851, the college was moved to new premises in Camberwell in 1913. The college introduced a Military department to provide tactical training for soldiers working with the Army and the British East India Company.
KCL has also pioneered evening class options for students and provided a certificate of college attendance to become eligible for the University of London degree exams. The King's College London Act 1882 (45 & 46 Vict. c. xiii) amended the constitution.
The act removed the proprietorial nature of King's, changing the name of the corporation from "The Governors and Proprietors of King's College, London" to "King's College London" and annulling the 1829 charter.
The 20th Century saw some major changes in the college ideology and fundamental rules. Through the King's College London Act 1903, KCL abolished its own religious tests for staff, except within the Theological department. Later on, KCL merged with the University of London through the King's College London (Transfer) Act 1908, losing its legal and independence rights in the process.
Major reconstruction of King's began in 1966 following the publication of the Robbins Report on Higher Education and obtained its legal independence through the signing of a new royal charter. In the following year, during the early 90s, KCL gained direct access to government funding (which had previously been through the university) and the right to confer University of London degrees itself.
In July 2006, King's College London was granted degree-awarding powers in its own right, as opposed to through the University of London, by the Privy Council. During the 2010s era, KCL has officially become a founding partner in the UK Centre for Medical Research and Innovation, subsequently named the Francis Crick Institute. And in 2015, a 50-year lease was obtained from the council, and the Aldwych Quarter site was acquired, incorporating the historic Bush House.
Accreditation
King’s College, throughout its educational service career, has obtained multiple accreditations by fulfilling requirements for institutional recognition.
- Association for Nutrition (AfN)
- Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA)
- Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB International)
- BCS, the Chartered Institute for IT
- British Psychological Society (BPS)
- Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA)
- Chartered Society of Physiotherapy (CSP)
- EFMD Quality Improvement System
- General Medical Council (GMC)
- General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC)
- Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales (ICAEW)
- Institute of Physics (IOP)
- Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET)
- Royal Society of Chemistry (RSC)
Campus Facilities
King's College London offers a wide range of facilities to support students. These facilities can greatly help the students to improve academically, socially, and recreationally. They are:
- Sport facilities and activities.
- Institutional Hospital
- Six campus libraries
- Study Spaces
- Modern Learning Devices
- 1200+ Computers with the latest Hardware.
- On-campus student housing support.
- 24/7 CCTV surveillance.
- Outdoor/ indoor games.
- Childcare and nursery
- Nursery facilities
- IT services
- Specialised simulating software and research applications.
- Separate prayer room for all religious students.
- Cutting-edge research facilities.
- Student spaces, such as study rooms, group study areas
- Cafeteria, Restaurant and takeaways.
- Access to archives and special collections of international significance
- Career service department
- Financial aid department
- Active Wellness Scheme to promote mental health
- 3 Gyms with the BeActive program for physical development.
Courses
Foundation:
- Business & Economics
- Business Management
- Business Management & Social Science (International Foundation)
- Business Management + Economics
- Business Management + Social Sciences
- Computer Science (International Foundation)
- Economics + Mathematics for Business & Economics
- Health, Life & Biosciences Pathway
- Liberal Arts + Economics
- Liberal Arts + Social Sciences
- Maths for Business & Economics + Business Management
- Politics, Culture & Social Sciences
- Politics, Culture & Social Sciences (Extended)
- Social Sciences + Economics
- Social Sciences + Economics (Extended)
- Social Sciences + Mathematics for Business & Economics
- Social Sciences + Mathematics for Business & Economics (Extended)
- STEM & Natural Sciences
Undergraduate:
- Accounting & Finance
- Accounting & Finance (with Internships)
- Accounting & Finance (with Study Abroad)
- Adult Nurse and a Mental Health Nurse
- Anatomy, Developmental & Human Biology
- Anatomy, Developmental & Human Biology (1 Year)
- Anatomy, Developmental & Human Biology (with Study Abroad)
- Ancient History
- Ancient History (with Internships)
- Ancient History (with Study Abroad)
- Artificial Intelligence
- Artificial Intelligence (3 Years)
- Artificial Intelligence (with Study Abroad)
- Artificial Intelligence and Philosophy
- Artificial Intelligence and Philosophy (with Study Abroad)
- Artificial Intelligence with a Year in Industry
- Biochemistry
- Biochemistry (with Internships)
- Biochemistry (with Study Abroad)
- Biomedical Engineering
- Biomedical Engineering (3 Years)
- Biomedical Science
- Biomedical Science (with Study Abroad)
- Biomedical Science (with Year in Industry)
- Business Management
- Business Management (with Internships)
- Business Management (with Study Abroad)
- Cardiovascular Medicine
- Chemistry
- Chemistry (3 Years)
- Chemistry (with Study Abroad)
- Chemistry (with Year In Industry)
- Chemistry With A Year In Industry (5 Years)
- Chemistry with Biomedicine
- Chemistry with Biomedicine (4 Years)
- Chemistry with Biomedicine (with Study Abroad)
- Chemistry with Biomedicine with a Year in Industry
- Classical Studies with English
- Classical Studies with English (with Internships)
- Classical Studies with English (with Study Abroad)
- Classics and the Ancient World
- Classics and the Ancient World (with Study Abroad)
- Comparative Literature
- Comparative Literature (with Internships)
- Comparative Literature (with Study Abroad)
- Comparative Literature with Film Studies
- Comparative Literature with Film Studies (with Internships)
- Comparative Literature with Film Studies (with Study Abroad)
- Computer Science
- Computer Science (3 Years)
- Computer Science (with Study Abroad)
- Computer Science with a Year in Industry
- Computer Science with Management
- Computer Science with Management (with Study Abroad)
- Computer Science with Management & a Year in Industry
- Culture, Media & Creative Industries
- Culture, Media & Creative Industries (with Internships)
- Culture, Media & Creative Industries (with Study Abroad)
- Data Analytics for Business and Finance
- Data Analytics for Business and Finance (with Study Abroad)
- Data Analytics for Business and Finance (with Year In Industry)
- Dental Therapy & Hygiene
- Dentistry
- Dentistry (Graduate / Professional Entry)
- Digital Media and Culture
- Digital Media and Culture (with Internships)
- Digital Media and Culture (with Study Abroad)
- Economics
- Economics & Management
- Economics & Management (with Internships)
- Economics & Management (with Study Abroad)
- Electronic Engineering
- Electronic Engineering (4 Years)
- English
- English (with Internships)
- English (with Study Abroad)
- English & Modern Languages (French, German, Portuguese or Spanish) Stud Year Abroad
- English Language & Linguistics
- English Language & Linguistics (with Study Abroad)
- English Law & Australian Law
- English Law & French Law
- English Law & German Law
- English Law & Hong Kong Law
- English Law & Spanish Law
- English with Film Studies
- English with Film Studies (with Internships)
- English with Film Studies (with Study Abroad)
- European Politics
- European Politics (with Study Abroad)
- European Studies (French Pathway) (with a Year Abroad)
- European Studies (German Pathway) (with Study Abroad)
- European Studies (Spanish Pathway) (with Study Abroad)
- Extended Medical
- Film Studies
- Film Studies (with Internships)
- Film Studies (with Study Abroad)
- General Engineering
- General Engineering (3 Years)
- Geography
- Geography (with Study Abroad)
- Geography and Environmental Science
- Geography and Environmental Science (with Study Abroad)
- Global Health
- Global Health & Social Medicine
- Global Health & Social Medicine (with Study Abroad)
- Global Health & Social Science
- Global Health & Social Science (with Study Abroad)
- Healthcare Genetics and Genomics
- History
- History (with Internships)
- History (with Study Abroad)
- History & Modern Languages (French, German, Portuguese or Spanish) (with Study Abroad)
- History & Political Economy
- History & Political Economy (with Internships)
- History & Political Economy (with Study Abroad)
- History and International Relations
- History and International Relations (with Internships)
- History and International Relations (with Study Abroad)
- Infectious Disease, Autoimmunity and Immunotherapies
- International Development
- International Development (with Study Abroad)
- International Management
- International Management (with Optional year in industry)
- International Management (with Study Abroad)
- International Relations
- International Relations (with Study Abroad)
- Law
- Liberal Arts
- Liberal Arts (with Internships)
- Liberal Arts (with Study Abroad)
- Management & Modern Languages (French, German, Portuguese or Spanish)
- Management & Modern Languages (French, German, Portuguese or Spanish) (with Internships)
- Management & Modern Languages (French, German, Portuguese or Spanish) (with Study Abroad)
- Mathematics
- Mathematics (4 Years)
- Mathematics (with Study Abroad)
- Mathematics & Philosophy
- Mathematics & Philosophy (with Study Abroad)
- Mathematics with Management & Finance
- Mathematics with Management & Finance (with Study Abroad)
- Mathematics with Management & Finance with Year in Industry
- Mathematics with Statistics
- Mathematics with Statistics (with Internships)
- Mathematics with Statistics (with Study Abroad)
- Mathematics with Statistics with Year in Industry
- Mathematics with Year in Industry
- Mathematics with Year in Industry (4 Years)
- Medical Physiology
- Medical Physiology (with Study Abroad)
- Medicine
- Medicine (Graduate Entry)
- Medicine (Graduate Entry) (with Study Abroad)
- Medicine (with Study Abroad)
- Medicine Maxfax Entry Programme
- Medicine Maxfax Entry Programme (with Study Abroad)
- Midwifery with Registration as a Midwife
- Modern Languages (French, German, Spanish, Portuguese) (with Study Abroad)
- Molecular Genetics
- Molecular Genetics (with Study Abroad)
- Music
- Music (with Internships)
- Music (with Study Abroad)
- Natural Sciences
- Natural Sciences (4 Years)
- Natural Sciences (with Study Abroad)
- Natural Sciences with a Year in Industry
- Neuroscience
- Neuroscience (3 Years)
- Neuroscience (with Internships)
- Neuroscience and Psychology
- Neuroscience and Psychology (with Internships)
- Neuroscience and Psychology (with Study Abroad)
- Nursing Studies (For Qualified Healthcare Professionals)
- Nursing with Registration as a Children’s Nurse
- Nursing with Registration as a Mental Health Nurse
- Nursing with Registration as a Mental Health Nurse (3 Years)
- Nursing with Registration as an Adult Nurse
- Nursing with Registration as an Adult Nurse (3 Years)
- Nutritional Sciences
- Nutritional Sciences (Optional Year in industry)
- Pharmacology
- Pharmacology (1 Year)
- Pharmacology (with Study Abroad)
- Pharmacy
- Pharmacy (with Study Abroad)
- Philosophy
- Philosophy (with Internships)
- Philosophy (with Study Abroad)
- Philosophy & Modern Languages (French, German, Portuguese or Spanish)
- Philosophy & Modern Languages (French, German, Portuguese or Spanish) (with Internships)
- Philosophy & Modern Languages (French, German, Portuguese or Spanish) (with Study Abroad)
- Philosophy, Politics & Economics
- Philosophy, Politics & Economics (with Study Abroad)
- Physics
- Physics (4 years)
- Physics (4 years) (with Study Abroad)
- Physics (with Study Abroad)
- Physics & Philosophy
- Physics & Philosophy (4 Years)
- Physics & Philosophy (with Study Abroad)
- Physics with Astrophysics and Cosmology
- Physics with Astrophysics and Cosmology (4 Years)
- Physics with Theoretical Physics
- Physics with Theoretical Physics (4 Years)
- Physiology
- Physiotherapy
- Political Economy
- Political Economy (with Study Abroad)
- Politics
- Politics (with Study Abroad)
- Politics, Philosophy & Law
- Primary Care
- Psychology
- Psychology (with Internships)
- Psychology (with Study Abroad)
- Psychology and Criminology
- Psychology and Criminology (with Study Abroad)
- Psychology and Criminology (with Year In Industry)
- Regenerative Medicine & Innovation Technology
- Religion, Philosophy & Ethics
- Religion, Philosophy & Ethics (with Internships)
- Religion, Philosophy & Ethics (with Study Abroad)
- Social Sciences
- Social Sciences (with Study Abroad)
- Sociology, Politics and Religion
- Sociology, Politics and Religion (with Study Abroad)
- Sport & Exercise Medical Sciences
- War Studies
- War Studies (with Study Abroad)
- War Studies & History
- War Studies & History (with Study Abroad)
- Women's Health
Postgraduate:
- Accounting, Accountability & Financial Management
- Addictions
- Advanced Clinical Practice
- Advanced Clinical Practice (1 Year)
- Advanced Clinical Practice (2 Years)
- Advanced Computing
- Advanced Software Engineering
- Aerospace Medicine
- Aerospace Medicine (6 Months)
- Affective Disorders
- Analytical Toxicology
- Ancient History
- Ancient History (2 Years)
- Applied Bioinformatics
- Applied Neuroscience
- Applied Neuroscience (16 Months)
- Applied Statistics (Modelling & Health Informatics) (1 Year)
- Applied Statistical Modelling & Health Informatics
- Applied Statistical Modelling & Health Informatics (1 Year)
- Artificial Intelligence
- Arts & Cultural Management
- Banking & Finance
- Big Data in Culture & Society
- Biomedical & Molecular Sciences Research
- Cardiovascular Research
- Child & Adolescent Mental Health
- China & Globalisation
- Classical Art & Archaeology
- Classics and the Ancient World
- Climate Change: Environment, Science and Policy
- Clinical Dermatology
- Clinical Education
- Clinical Education (1 Year)
- Clinical Education (2 Years)
- Clinical Neurodevelopmental Sciences
- Clinical Neuropsychiatry
- Clinical Neuroscience
- Clinical Nursing
- Clinical Pharmacology
- Clinical Psychotherapy
- Clinical Research
- Clinical Ultrasound
- Clinical Ultrasound (1 Year)
- Clinical Ultrasound (2 Years)
- Comparative Literature
- Competition Law (Pathway)
- Complex Systems Modelling
- Computational Finance
- Conflict Resolution in Divided Societies
- Conflict, Security & Development
- Conscious Sedation for Dentistry
- Construction Law & Dispute Resolution
- Contemporary Art and the Moving Image
- Contemporary British History and Politics
- Contemporary Literature, Culture & Theory
- Criminology And Criminal Justice
- Critical Care
- Critical Theory
- Cultural & Creative Industries
- Cyber Security
- Data Science
- Dental Public Health
- Development Studies
- Developmental Psychology & Psychopathology
- Diabetes Clinical Care and Management
- Diabetes Clinical Care and Management (1 Year)
- Dietetics
- Digital Asset & Media Management
- Digital Culture & Society
- Digital Economies
- Digital Economy
- Digital Futures
- Digital Humanities
- Digital Marketing
- Double Master's in Asian & International Affairs
- Double Master's in Policies & Governance in Europe
- Drug Development Science
- Early Intervention in Psychosis
- Early Modern English Literature (Books That Matter)
- Early Modern History
- Economics & Finance
- Economics & Policy
- Economics for Competition Law
- Economics for Competition Law (1 Year)
- Education
- Education (Biology)
- Education (Chemistry)
- Education (Computing)
- Education (English)
- Education (Geography)
- Education (Latin with Classics)
- Education (Modern Foreign Languages)
- Education (Physics with Mathematics)
- Education (Physics)
- Education (Religious Education)
- Education in Arts & Cultural Settings
- Education, Policy & Society
- Educational Leadership and Management
- Electronic Engineering with Management
- Emerging Economies and International Development
- Endodontics
- Endodontology
- Endodontology (3 Years)
- Engineering with Management
- Environment, Politics and Development
- Environmental Science for Sustainability
- Environmental, Social, Governance (ESG) Management
- EU Competition Law
- EU Competition Law (1 Year)
- European Law (Pathway)
- European Studies
- European Union Law (1 Year)
- Family Therapy
- Family Therapy (1 Year)
- Film Studies (Film & Philosophy Pathways)
- Finance (Asset Pricing)
- Finance (Corporate Finance)
- Finance Analytics
- Financial Mathematics
- Fixed & Removable Prosthodontics
- Forensic Mental Health
- Forensic Science
- Genomic Medicine
- Geopolitics, Resources and Territory
- Global Affairs
- Global Cultures (online) May 2025
- Global Finance & Banking (online)
- Global Finance Analytics (online)
- Global Health
- Global Health, Social Justice and Public Policy
- Global Human Resource Management
- Global Leadership and Peacebuilding
- Global Media Industries
- Global Mental Health
- Global Political Economy
- Global Religion and Society
- Global Security
- Global Security (16 Months)
- Global Security (8 Months)
- Government Studies
- Health and Social Care Policy
- Health Psychology
- Healthcare Technologies
- Human & Applied Physiology
- Human Resource Management & Organisational Analysis
- Immunology
- Intellectual Property & Information Law (Pathway)
- Intelligence & International Security
- Interdisciplinary Chemical Research
- International Affairs
- International Affairs (16 Months)
- International Affairs (8 Months)
- International Business Law (Pathway)
- International Child Rights and Development
- International Conflict Studies
- International Corporate & Commercial Law (online)
- International Development (Online)
- International Dispute Resolution (Pathway)
- International Financial & Commercial Law (online)
- International Financial Law (Pathway)
- International Management
- International Marketing
- International Peace & Security
- International Political Economy
- International Relations
- International Relations & War
- International Tax Law (Pathway)
- International Tax Law Online
- Language and Cultural Diversity
- Law & Professional Practice
- Law & Professional Practice (1 Year)
- Law & Technology (Pathway)
- Laws
- Leadership and Development
- Management & Technological Change
- Marketing (online)
- Mathematics (1 Year)
- Maxillofacial & Craniofacial Technology
- Maxillofacial Prosthetic Rehabilitation
- MBA (Executive)
- Medical Affairs
- Medical Ethics & Law / Medical Law
- Medieval Studies
- MedTech Innovation & Entrepreneurship
- Mental Health Studies
- Mental Health, Ethics & Law
- Microbiome in Health & Disease
- Mobile Communications
- Modern History
- Modern Literature & Culture
- Music
- National Security Studies
- Neuroscience
- Nutrition
- Operative Dentistry
- Organisational Psychiatry & Psychology
- Orthodontics
- Palliative Care
- Palliative Care (1 Year)
- Palliative Care (London)
- Peace, Security and International Law
- Periodontology
- Pharmaceutical Analysis, Technology and Biopharmaceuticals
- Philosophy
- Philosophy of Medicine & Psychiatry
- Physics (1 Year)
- Physiotherapy (Pre-Registration)
- Political and Strategic Communication
- Political Economy
- Political Economy of Emerging Markets
- Politics & Contemporary History
- Politics and Economics of the Middle East
- Prosthodontics
- Psychiatric Research
- Psychology & Neuroscience of Mental Health
- Psychology & Neuroscience of Mental Health (16 Months)
- Psychology & Neuroscience of Mental Health (8 Months)
- Psychology and Neuroscience of Mind-Body Interface
- Public Health
- Public Health (2 Years)
- Public Policy
- Public Policy & Management
- Regenerative Dentistry
- Risk, Hazards and Society
- Robotics
- Russian and Eurasian Politics and Economics
- Science in International Addiction Studies
- Shakespeare Studies
- Specialist Community Public Health Nursing/Health Visiting/School Nursing
- Specialist Community Public Health Nursing/Health Visiting/School Nursing (2 Years)
- Statistics
- Stem Cell & Regenerative Therapies: From Bench to Market
- STEM Education
- Strategic Entrepreneurship & Innovation
- Sustainable Cities
- Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL)
- Terrorism, Security & Society
- Theatre, Performance & Critical Culture
- Theology, Bible, and the Arts
- Theoretical Physic
- Tissue Engineering & Innovation Technology
- Translational Cancer Medicine
- Transnational Law (Pathway)
- UK, EU & US Copyright Law Master of Arts
- Urban Informatics
- War & Psychiatry
- War Studies
- Wellcome Trust Advanced Therapies for Regenerative Medicine
- Wellcome Trust Neuro-Immune Interactions in Health and Disease
- Women & Children's Health
- World History & Cultures
Research/PhD:
- Addictions Research
- Addictions Research (3 Years)
- Applied Mathematics Research
- Applied Mathematics Research (3 Years)
- Applied Mathematics Research: Theoretical Physics
- Applied Mathematics Research: Theoretical Physics (3 Years)
- Applied Public Policy
- Applied Public Policy (3 Years)
- Basic & Clinical Neuroscience
- Basic & Medical Biosciences Research
- Basic & Medical Biosciences Research (3 Years)
- Biomedical Engineering & Imaging Sciences
- Biomedical Engineering & Imaging Sciences (3 Year)
- Biostatistics and Health Informatics Research
- Biostatistics and Health Informatics Research (3 Years)
- Byzantine & Modern Greek Studies Research
- Byzantine & Modern Greek Studies Research (3 Years)
- Cancer & Pharmaceutical Sciences
- Cancer & Pharmaceutical Sciences (3 Years)
- Cardiovascular (Medicine and Sciences)
- Cardiovascular Medicine and Sciences
- Cardiovascular Medicine and Sciences (3 Years)
- Chemistry Research
- Chemistry Research (3 Years)
- Child & Adolescent Psychiatry
- Chinese Studies Research
- Chinese Studies Research (2 Years)
- Cicely Saunders Institute of Palliative Care & Rehabilitation Research
- Cicely Saunders Institute of Palliative Care & Rehabilitation Research (3 Years)
- Classics Research
- Classics Research (3 Years)
- Clinical Psychology DClinPsych
- Comparative Literature Research
- Comparative Literature Research (3 Years)
- Computer Science Research
- Culture, Media & Creative Industries
- Dental & Health Sciences
- Dental & Health Sciences (3 Years)
- Digital Humanities Research
- Digital Humanities Research (3 Years)
- Education Research
- Education Research (2 Years)
- Education Research for Medicine and the Life Sciences
- Education Research for Medicine and the Life Sciences (3 Years)
- Engineering
- Engineering (3 Years)
- English Research
- English Research (2 Years)
- European Studies Research
- European Studies Research (3 Years)
- Film Studies Research
- Film Studies Research (3 Years)
- Forensic & Neurodevelopmental Sciences
- Forensic & Neurodevelopmental Sciences (3 Years)
- French Research
- French Research (3 Years)
- Geography
- Geography (3 Years)
- German Research
- German Research (3 Years)
- Health Service & Population Research
- Health Service & Population Research (3 Years)
- Health Studies Research
- History Research
- History Research (3 Years)
- Immunology & Microbial Sciences
- Immunology & Microbial Sciences (3 Years)
- International Political Economy
- International Political Economy (3 Years)
- International Relations
- Law Research
- Law Research (3 Years)
- Life Course & Population Health Sciences
- Life Course & Population Health Sciences (3 Years)
- Management Research
- Management Research (3 Years)
- Midwifery Research
- Midwifery Research (3 Years)
- MRC Centre for Developmental Neurobiology
- MRC Centre for Developmental Neurobiology (3 Years)
- Music Research
- Music Research (3 Years)
- Neuroimaging Research
- Neuroimaging Research (3 Years)
- Nursing Research
- Nursing Research (3 Years)
- Old Age Psychiatry Research
- Old Age Psychiatry Research (3 Years)
- Paediatric Dentistry
- Palaeography & Manuscript Studies
- Palaeography & Manuscript Studies (3 Years)
- Pharmaceutical Discovery, Development and Use
- Philosophy
- Philosophy Research
- Philosophy Research (2 Years)
- Physics Research
- Physics Research (3 Years)
- Psychological Medicine Research
- Psychological Medicine Research (3 Years)
- Psychology Research
- Psychology Research (3 Years)
- Psychosis Studies
- Psychosis Studies (3 Years)
- Pure Mathematics Research
- Pure Mathematics Research (3 Years)
- Russian & Eurasian Studies
- Russian & Eurasian Studies (3 Years)
- Sciences and Engineering Research
- Sciences and Engineering Research (3 Years)
- Social, Genetic & Developmental Psychiatry
- Social, Genetic & Developmental Psychiatry (3 Years)
- Spanish, Portuguese & Latin American Studies Research
- Spanish, Portuguese & Latin American Studies Research (3 Years)
- Statistics Research
- Statistics Research (3 Years)
- Tactile Internet for Tele-healthcare
- Tactile Internet for Tele-healthcare (3 Years)
- Theology & Religious Studies Research
- Theology & Religious Studies Research (3 Years )
- TUD-KCL Psychiatry / Psychology and Neuroscience
- Wellcome Trust Advanced Therapies for Regenerative Medicine (3 Years)
- Wellcome Trust Neuro-Immune Interactions in Health and Disease (3 Years)
- Wolfson Centre for Age-Related Diseases
- Wolfson Centre for Age-Related Diseases (3 Years)
Short Courses:
- Anti-corruption and the Rule of Law
- An Introduction to Qualitative Research Methods
- Aircraft Accident Investigation
- AI for Business: The Fundamentals
- Advanced Qualitative Research Methods Level 7
- Advanced Parliamentary Theory and Practice
- Advanced Gynaecology Ultrasound
- Advanced Condensed Matter
- Adolescent Healthcare: Meeting the Challenge Level 6
- Acute Oncology (Work-based learning) Level 6
- A Beginner’s Guide to Becoming a Blockchain Developer with Overledger
- English (11 Weeks Postgraduate)
- English (11 Weeks Postgraduate) (On Campus)
- English (11 Weeks Undergraduate)
- English (16 Weeks Postgraduate)
- English (16 Weeks Undergraduate)
- English (6 Weeks Postgraduate)
- English (6 Weeks Postgraduate)
- English (6 Weeks Undergraduate)
Divisions and Departments
The study subjects at KCL are divided into 9 divisions with faculties/departments superviused under the main division. Their structure is described below.
Arts & Humanities
- Department of Classics
- Department of Culture, Media & Creative Industries
- Department of Digital Humanities
- Department of English
- Department of Film Studies
- Department of History
- Department of Interdisciplinary Humanities
- Department of Languages, Literatures and Cultures
- Department of Music
- Department of Philosophy
- Department of Theology & Religious Studies
Law
- The Dickson Poon School of Law
Nursing, Midwifery & Palliative Care
- Cicely Saunders Institute of Palliative Care, Policy & Rehabilitation
- Department of Adult Nursing
- Department of Child & Family Health
- Department of Mental Health Nursing
- Department of Midwifery
- Digital Health and Applied Technology Assessment
- Division of Care in Long Term Conditions
- Division of Methodologies
Business
- King’s Business School
Life Sciences & Medicine
- School of Basic & Medical Biosciences
- School of Biomedical Engineering & Imaging Sciences
- School of Cancer & Pharmaceutical Sciences
- School of Cardiovascular and Metabolic Medicine & Sciences
- School of Immunology & Microbial Sciences
- School of Life Course & Population Sciences
Psychiatry, Psychology & Neuroscience
- Department of Addictions Sciences
- Department of Child & Adolescent Psychiatry
- Department of Forensic and Neurodevelopmental Science
- Department of Psychological Medicine
- Department of Psychosis Studies
- Department of Biostatistics & Health Informatics
- Department of Health Service & Population Research
- Department of Psychology
- Social, Genetic & Developmental Psychiatry Centre
- Centre for Developmental Neurobiology
- Department of Basic & Clinical Neuroscience
- Department of Neuroimaging
- Wolfson Sensory, Pain and Regeneration Centre
Dentistry, Oral & Craniofacial Sciences
- Research overview & centres
- Simulation in Dental Education
Natural, Mathematical & Engineering Sciences
- Department of Chemistry
- Department of Engineering
- Department of Informatics
- Department of Mathematics
- Department of Physics
Social Science & Public Policy
- School for Government
- School of Education, Communication & Society
- School of Global Affairs
- African Leadership Centre
- Department of Geography
- Department of Global Health & Social Medicine
- Department of International Development
- King’s Brazil Institute
- King’s India Institute
- Lau China Institute
- Menzies Australia Institute
- School of Politics & Economics
- Department of European & International Studies
- Department of Political Economy
- King’s Russia Institute
- School of Security Studies
- Defence Studies Department
- Department of War Studies
- King's Institute for Applied Security Studies
- The Policy Institute
Faculty and Staff
The institution has always been specific about its faculty and staff, recruiting only the experts with potential quality to teach and provide the best care for students in their highert studies. Some of the names are mentioned below.
- Dr Laila Abdullah, Teacher Development Lead
- Naureen Abubacker, Volunteering Partnerships Manager
- Dr Zoë Adams, Student Experience Manager
- Ms Naomi Ademosu-Fika, Employer Relations & Development Adviser - Public & Third Sectors
- Professor Dag Aarsland, Director, Centre for Healthy Brain Ageing
- Professor Melanie Amna Abas, Professor of Global Mental Health
- Dr Wedad Abdelrahman, Consultant Dermatologist
- Dr Aqeel Abdulla, Lecturer in Culture, Media and Creative Industries
- Dr Laila Abdullah, Teacher Development Lead
- Dr Mariam Abouelenin, Lecturer in Quantitative Sociology and Social Policy
- Dr Haya Abu Ghazaleh BSc, MRes, PhD, Lecturer in Nursing Education
- Alaa Abuesba, Business Support Officer for King's Climate & Sustainability
- Naureen Abubacker, Volunteering Partnerships Manager
- Professor Oguz A. Acar, Professor of Marketing & Innovation
- Malcolm Ace, Vice President (Finance) & Chief Financial Officer
- Professor Bobby Acharya, Professor
- James Ackroyd, Lecturer in English for Academic Purposes Education
- Dr Mladen Adamovic, Senior Lecturer in Global Management and Leadership
- Dr Ellen Adams, Reader in Classical Archaeology and Liberal Arts
- Dr Ruth Adams, Reader in Cultural and Creative Industries
- Dr George Adamson, Reader in Climate and Society
- Dr Edward Ademolu PhD, FHEA, Lecturer in Cultural Competency.
- Ms Naomi Ademosu-Fika, Employer Relations & Development Adviser - Public & Third Sectors.
- Mrs Comfort Adesile, Operations Officer (HR & Finance)
- Professor Ajay Aggarwal, Professor of Cancer Services & Systems Research
- Mr Aminul Ahmed MB/PhD, FRCS (SN), Senior Lecturer in Neurosurgery
- Ayesha Ahmed, Head of Operations and Strategy
- Dr Shalini Ahuja PhD, MA, BPT, Lecturer in Health Systems
Student Life
Student life in London is considered number one, as the city has consecutively ranked top in terms of popularity among international students. King's College London is situated in the heart of London and short wall by the River Thames. The city offers numerous ways for students to make the most out of the city life experience.
London is the top choice for international students. The city boasts world-class theatre and museums, including the V&A, Tate Modern, Madame Tussauds Museum, the History Museum, Transparent and Shakespeare's Globe. Students can also visit monuments and landmarks in London such as the London Eye, the River Thames, Buckingham Palace, the Tower of London, Tower Bridge, the National Gallery, Westminster Abbey, Big Ben tower, Kensington Palace etc
London offers a diverse culture and cuisine from all over the world. The city has a different outlook in the day and a unique lifestyle with student nightclubs, bars and various kinds of events happening throughout the year.
At the university, Students can choose to join from over 400 societies and clubs. Enjoy different kinds of activities to develop their personal skills and remain engaged, boosting personal connections.
Getting around the city as a student is also convenient due to the availability of multiple transport systems. The university campus is located just 90 minutes distance from Heathrow International Airport. With Oyster card discounts, students can save a lot on their daily travels with underground and bus services.
Getting a job in London is easy, as the city is filled with opportunities and work opportunities for various platforms. Students can do part-time jobs, gain unique experience and save for their daily shopping.
Student Statistics
- Undergraduate: 56%
- Postgraduate: 44%
- Full-time students: 82%
- Part-time students: 18%
- UK students: 60%
- EU students: 12%
- International students: 28%
- Female: 63%
- Male: 35%
- First year: 54%
- Others: 46%
Transportation
The world's oldest metro system in the world is in London. There are 11 underground lines that cover the entire city and Greater London suburbs. King’s College London has major tube stations connecting to its Strand and Waterloo campuses. There are the Temple Station and Waterloo Station, which students can reach by a short walk.
Another campus of KCL is situated near London Bridge station, offering access to trains, buses and the tube. Students studying at the Denmark Hill campus can easily get access to Denmark Hill Station, with trains and bus connections. On the other hand, students from St Thomas Campus can use the Westminster and Waterloo stations with nicely paved walking and cycling routes along the River Thames.
Students living in London can choose a local bus to travel between distances. The Iconic red double-decker buses operate on over 700 routes. The bus stops are 3-5 minutes walk from each other, and there is Dockland Light Railway (DLR), an automated driverless system serving citizens residing in East London.
There are London overground trains that connect to other parts of the UK, and a National Express Coach service with a dedicated toilet and power outlets. Trams are also present in South London, particularly around Croydon.
Walking and cycling can be a primary transportation option for students living in London. Its easy to walk or cycle for short distances and walking around the city centre is more convenient than other public transport in peak hours due to heavy traffic. In addition, there are Black cabs and minicabs widely available inside the city.
Housing and Accommodation
Kings College London, offers both on-campus and off-campus student accommodation, and they price vary depending on the features and location. Here are some details about student rent in London.
On-campus accommodation:
- Stamford Street Apartments: Starting from approximately £200-£300 per week.
- Great Dover Street Apartments: Around £180-£250 per week.
- Julian Markham House: Typically £220-£300 per week. These rents often include utilities like electricity, water, and Wi-Fi.
Off-campus accommodation:
- Shared flats or houses near King's campuses can range from £150-£400 per week, depending on location and amenities.
- Purpose-built student accommodations (e.g., iQ Student Accommodation) offer en-suite rooms or studios starting from £250-£500 per week
Private Housing:
London is one of the most expensive city in the UK, and private living rent may vary widely depending on location, facilities and contract length.
- Studio Apartments: Around £300-£600 per week.
- Shared Houses/Flats: Typically £200-£400 per week.
- Premium options in central London can exceed £600 per week, especially for larger or more luxurious properties.
Extracurricular Activities
King's College London at present study year is offering numerous extracurricular activities for students to explore. Here are some highlights:
- With over 400 societies, students can join groups related to academics, arts, business, faith, media, and more. Unique options include the Baking Society, the Book Club, and even a Cat Society
- King's Sport provides opportunities for students to engage in physical activities, including access to university gyms
- Through King's Edge, students can participate in volunteering, mentoring, campaigning, and research awards.
- Activities like creative writing, digital literacy, and DJ societies are available for skill development.
- Students can relax at venues like Guy's Bar, The Shack, and The Vault, which host events like quiz nights and karaoke.
- Getting a part-time job can be a great way of gaining and improving your skills and making yourself more employable.
- There are part-time jobs that you can get outside of King's, such as working in a shop, cafe or bar, as well as within King's, such as working as a student ambassador.
- There are many events and activities organised by King's Edge, including festivals, skills workshops and alumni talks.
Partnerships and Collaborations
KCL has been maintaining strong partnerships with multinational companies, extending the partnership and growth for a much more liveable society. The partners are:
- Association of Commonwealth Universities (ACU)
- European University Association (EUA)
- Russell Group
- Universities UK
- P.D. Hinduja Hospital & Medical Research Centre (India)
- Hong Kong University School of Professional and Continuing Education (HKU SPACE)
- Singhasari Special Economic Zone
- University of Portsmouth
- Afreximbank (African Export-Import Bank)
- HK MedTech Hub
- New Giza University
- Southern University of Science & Technology (SUSTech)
- Ngee Ann Academy
- Nanjing Vocational Health College
- PLuS Alliance
- UNC-Chapel Hill (USA)
- Francis Crick Institute (UK)
- Cancer Research UK City of London Centre
- London Centre for Nanotechnology
- London Medical Imaging and AI Centre for Value-Based Healthcare
- AstraZeneca
- Celgene
- Ericsson
- GE Healthcare
- GlaxoSmithKline (GSK)
- NVIDIA
- Oracle
- Siemens Healthineers
- UCB
- Unilever
Research Opportunities
King's College London offers a wide range of research opportunities for its students, fostering innovation and academic growth. Here are some highlights
- Postgraduate Research options: Students can pursue PhD programs across various disciplines, including Arts & Culture, Health, Technology, and Social Sciences. The university puts more emphasis on research-based studies.
- Doctoral Training Partnership programs: King's collaborates with organisations like the Engineering and Physical Sciences Research Council (EPSRC) to provide funded research studentships.
- Scholarships and Studentships: The university offers scholarships for joint PhD programs with institutions like the University of Hong Kong and the National University of Singapore
- Research Funding for bright students: King's provides funding for interdisciplinary projects and initiatives aimed at innovation and societal impact.
Fees and Scholarships
Foundation:
The King's International Foundation Programme costs £26,300, for international students, while the extended version is £30,450 for the year 2025/2026
Undergdaduate:
The International tuition fee for the 2025-2026 academic year ranging from is £26,000 to £40,000 per year. The tuition fees depend on the category of the subjects.
Postgraduate:
The King's Postgraduate Taught Programme costs between £33,000 to £50,300 for international students
Scholarships:
- Undergraduate Scholarships: These include the King’s Scholars of Tomorrow Scholarship, which provides a £4,000 contribution towards tuition fees, and the Undergraduate Degree Award, offering £9,250 in installments
- Postgraduate Scholarships: For master's and PhD students, options like the Richemont International Scholarships provide up to £13,380 towards tuition fees, along with additional grants. The Global Health and Social Medicine Postgraduate Scholarship offers £11,760 in tuition fee assistance.
- Specialised Scholarships: These include the King's Joint PhD Scholarship, which covers full tuition fees, a stipend, and an annual research grant for joint PhD programs. The Engineering and Physical Science Research Council (EPSRC) Doctoral Training Partnership also supports PhD students in specific faculties
- Diversity-Focused Scholarships: Scholarships like the Harold Moody Scholarships aim to support underrepresented communities, such as Black or Mixed-Black ethnicity students.
- International Scholarships: The Commonwealth Master’s Scholarships provide full funding for master's students, covering tuition fees, living allowances, airfare, and more.
Alumni Network
The alumni network of KCL is massive, and the institution still maintains good communication with its students, even after many years since graduating from the university. Some of the notable alumni members are:
- Zubir Ahmed – Labour MP
- Calvin Bailey - Labour MP
- Alex Burghart – Conservative MP
- Chris Coghlan – Liberal Democrat MP
- Charles Banner, Baron Banner – Conservative peer
- George Carey, Baron Carey of Clifton – former Archbishop of Canterbury[31]
- Alex Carlile, Baron Carlile of Berriew – Crossbench peer
- Steve Aiken – Member of the Northern Irish Assembly
- Sir Ronald Wilberforce Allen – Liberal MP
- Charles Bagnall – Conservative MP
- Jacob Bell – Liberal MP
- Sir John Bethell, 1st Baron Bethell – Liberal peer
- Sir Patrick Bishop – Conservative MP
- Kwadwo Agyei Agyapong – Ghanaian High Court judge
- Geraldine Andrews – High Court Judge
- Heather Williams – High Court Judge
- Robin Auld – Lord Justice of Appeal
- Horace Avory – Judge and criminal lawyer
- Kofi Adumua Bossman – Justice of the Supreme Court of Ghana
- Mackenzie Chalmers – Chief Justice of Gibraltar
- Eddy Balancy – Chief Justice of Mauritius
- Michael Ashikodi Agbamuche – Nigerian Attorney General
- Faris Al-Rawi – Trinidadian Attorney General
- Lois Browne-Evans – Bermudan Attorney General
- Francis Chang-Sam – Seychellois Attorney General
- Harsha Abeywickrama – former Commander of the Sri Lankan Air Force
- Sohail Aman – Pakistani Chief of Air Staff
- Sir Simon Bryant – Commander-in-Chief of RAF Air Command
- Jayanath Colombage – Commander of the Sri Lankan Navy
- Renato Rodrigues de Aguiar Freire – Head of the Brazilian Armed Forces
- Mel Hupfeld – Chief of Air Force of Royal Australian Air Force
Career Services
Similar to its high standard academics, the college provides unique career services for its students to get the best career scope. Here are the career services facilities offered by the institution.
- Personalised career guidance tailored to students’ needs
- Work and internship opportunities
- Workshop and events for future career development
- Immigration and visa advice for international students
- Country-specific guides for students
- Career fairs, employer presentations, and networking events to connect students with potential employers
- Link students with Alumni members and support recent graduates.
- CV writing, Interview preparation and other self-development support.
Awards and Recognitions
King's College London has received numerous awards and recognitions for its contributions to education, research, and community engagement. Here are some highlights
- King's College London has received numerous awards and recognitions for its contributions to education, research, and community engagement. Here are some highlights
- King's Recognition Awards: These awards honour academic excellence and performance, often through nominations by department heads and mentors
- King's Education Awards: These awards celebrate staff members who have made a significant impact on students' learning experiences. They include categories like Sustained Excellence and Innovation in Teaching
Rankings and Achievements
Kings College London, for its century-old academic heritage and teaching excellence, has been recognised globally and sits within the top 50 best universities around the world. The rankings achieved by KCL are:
- 6th in the UK by The Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2025
- 8th in Europe by QS World University Rankings 2025
- 36th in the world by The Times Higher Education World Rankings 2025
- 24th in the Times University Guide 2025
- 28th in the Guardian University Guide 2025
- 40th in the QS World University Rankings 2025
- 38th in the Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2024
- 53rd in the Academic Ranking of World Universities 2024
Location
King's College London is also known for its central location, with campuses situated along the River Thames, offering easy access to London's cultural and historical landmarks. The location is beautifully decorated and has many popular areas that students can explore. London is the capital of the United Kingdom and offers internationally popular tourist places that would keep any student hooked on this megacity for years.
The city of London is well maintained, and there are small to medium-sized parks for its citizens to breathe fresh air and have a place to relax and do sporting activities.
Students attending studies in this part of the region can visit top restaurants such as Ognisko Restaurant, Berlin Restaurant, Coda Restaurant by Eric Chavot, Tiffin Tree, Paradise Indian restaurant, Pimlico Tandoori, Chutney Mary, Maharaja, etc.
Top shopping centres include Borough Market for foodies, South Kensington Farmers' Market for fresh fruits and vegetables and Portobello Road Market, that are famous for selling antiques, vintage clothing, and unique finds.
Besides studying, there are green spaces around the campus areas and close by for recreation and daily exercise. Within a short walk, students can visit Hyde Park (one of the largest parks in London).
The place offers boating, open green spaces, cycling and exploration walks and the famous Speaker's Corner. There are also Kensington Gardens and Holland Park, providing sufficient natural spaces for students and residents.
Royal Albert Hall, situated close by, offers a historic venue hosting concerts and events. There are the Science Museum and the Natural History Museum for those who have a keen interest in history and mystery.
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Frequently asked questions
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