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Kingston University, London

Location

Penrhyn Road campus, Kingston upon Thames United Kingdom

Ranking

# 601-610QS World University Rankings

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221Undergraduate programs

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292Postgraduate programs

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About Kingston University, London

We’re proud to be ranked a top 5 university in London for 21 subject areas. The University topped the national tables for interior design and was named second in the country for fashion and textiles and mental health nursing - as well as being the top ranked London institution for both subject areas. Kingston was also top in the capital for children's nursing, graphic design, and midwifery. In architecture and forensic science the University was positioned second in London and third in London for film production and photography (Guardian league table, 2023).  


Kingston provides the ideal study location. The university is located in a student-friendly riverside town of Kingston upon Thames, that’s just a short train ride from the centre of London.  

 

There’s a lot happening at Kingston. Town House, located at our Penrhyn Road campus has recently won the 2021 RIBA Stirling Prize for Britain’s best new building and provides outstanding study facilities for students, including a new library with over 1,000 study spaces, flexible learning areas, a covered courtyard, cafes, dance studios and roof top gardens.  

 

At Kingston, you’ll be connected to a range of activities aimed to help you develop inside and outside of the classroom, from studying abroad to learning a new language with our free, Kingston Language Scheme. Some of the best things about going to university are all the clubs and societies that you can join, and at Kingston you can choose from over 100 of them.  

 

There’s no better opportunity to find out if Kingston University is the place for you then attending one of our Open Days. 

 

 

About Kingston University, London

We’re proud to be ranked a top 5 university in London for 21 subject areas. The University topped the national tables for interior design and was named second in the country for fashion and textiles and mental health nursing - as well as being the top ranked London institution for both subject areas. Kingston was also top in the capital for children's nursing, graphic design, and midwifery. In architecture and forensic science the University was positioned second in London and third in London for film production and photography (Guardian league table, 2023).  


Kingston provides the ideal study location. The university is located in a student-friendly riverside town of Kingston upon Thames, that’s just a short train ride from the centre of London.  

 

There’s a lot happening at Kingston. Town House, located at our Penrhyn Road campus has recently won the 2021 RIBA Stirling Prize for Britain’s best new building and provides outstanding study facilities for students, including a new library with over 1,000 study spaces, flexible learning areas, a covered courtyard, cafes, dance studios and roof top gardens.  

 

At Kingston, you’ll be connected to a range of activities aimed to help you develop inside and outside of the classroom, from studying abroad to learning a new language with our free, Kingston Language Scheme. Some of the best things about going to university are all the clubs and societies that you can join, and at Kingston you can choose from over 100 of them.  

 

There’s no better opportunity to find out if Kingston University is the place for you then attending one of our Open Days. 

 

 

Available programs

While studying is a key part of university life, we encourage our students to enjoy the fantastic activities available and to take part in the many social events. These include student clubs, societies, sports and leisure activities and students' union events. You can also take part in volunteering opportunities available at Kingston University. 

Along with the University's four modern campuses, Kingston has endless green spaces and beautiful riverside, with amazing entertainment, shopping, food and more in the centre. And you're only 25 minutes away from London – for more fun, study and career opportunities.

Dance BA (Hons)

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Drama BA (Hons)

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English BA (Hons)

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Fashion BA (Hons)

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Business HND

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A vibrant, modern and supportive University based across four campuses, Kingston offers a wide range of postgraduate taught and research degrees. We offer people from all backgrounds and countries (140 at the last count) the opportunity to make a difference – not only to their own lives, but also to the world around them.

You’ll earn a postgraduate degree with a difference via five specialist faculties and 118 years of teaching excellence.  Our courses are relevant to today’s business environment and are developed through close links to professional organisations and practitioners, with a real emphasis on work-based skills.
We offer a wide range of postgraduate taught and research degrees in areas such as art and design, business, social sciences, healthcare, engineering and computing.


Fashion MA

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Fashion MA

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Fine Art MFA

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Music MA

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Music MA

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Photography MA

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Finance MSc

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Real Estate MSc

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Real Estate MSc

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Adult Nursing MSc

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Psychology MSc

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Psychology MSc

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Criminology MA

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Criminology MA

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Data Science MSc

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Data Science MSc

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Film Making MA

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Film Making MA

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Film Studies MA

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Film Studies MA

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Human Rights MA

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Human Rights MA

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Journalism MA

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Journalism MA

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Publishing MA

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Publishing MA

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University information

Bachelor

1050+
3+
6+
78+

Master

3+
6.5+
79+
16,607
73%
27%
7,403
54%
46%
886
73%
27%

Tuition fee and scholarships

One of the important factors when considering a master's degree is the cost of study. Luckily, there are many options available to help students fund their master's programme. Download your copy of the Scholarship Guide to find out which scholarships from around the world could be available to you, and how to apply for them.

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Rankings & ratings

Kingston University, London is one of the top public universities in Kingston upon Thames, United Kingdom. It is ranked #601-610 in QS World University Rankings 2025.

QS World University Rankings

  • 2014
    #471-480
  • 2015
    #501-550
  • 2016
    #471-480
  • 2017
    #501-550
  • 2018
    #501-550
  • 2019
    #591-600
  • 2020
    #591-600
  • 2021
    #581-590
  • 2022
    #601-650
  • 2023
    #601-650
  • 2024
    #601-610
  • 2025
    #601-610

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