Why Study in Kingston University


Kingston University is a world-class institution with a comprehensive span of research throughout its disciplines, contributing to the advancement of knowledge worldwide. With an international student body and experienced staff, Kingston University provides an excellent learning experience.

Kingston University has been consistently ranked among the top 5 universities in London for employability and offers an extensive range of undergraduate and graduate programs across arts, business, law, sciences, health and social sciences. Students can choose from a variety of study options including campus-based or online courses. Kingston also has strong partnerships with businesses and organizations around the world that provide excellent opportunities for students to gain valuable work experience.

Kingston University has a core strategy for making a multi-million-pound investment in research. This will ensure that its students gain the latest skills and knowledge to enable them to compete in the global workplace. In addition, the University offers an extensive range of undergraduate and postgraduate courses which have been designed with employability in mind. Its tutors are highly experienced professionals who have worked in their respective industries, so they are well-placed to offer students valuable insights and advice. Plus, with campuses in London and Surrey, Kingston University offers students the opportunity to study in one of the world's most vibrant cities or leafy suburbs.

About Kingston University


At Kingston University, we are passionate about enhancing our students' life chances by helping them make the most of their learning opportunity and equipping them with the skills and knowledge needed in the 21st Century's demanding workplace.

Did you know?

Kingston University is ranked in the UK's top 50 in the 2022 Guardian University Guide*

Top in the UK for design and crafts*, which covers creative and cultural industries, graphic design, interior design, illustration, animation and product and furniture design

Third in the UK and top in London for education, fashion and textiles*

Seventh in the UK and top in London for pharmacy and pharmacology, sports science and journalism, publishing and public relations*

Top in London for biosciences*

Top in London for nursing and midwifery, run jointly with St George's, University of London*

Kingston School of Art's fashion degree among best in the world in Business of Fashion listings

We have 13,105 home/European students, and 3,680 overseas students from more than 140 countries.

95% of our graduates are in work or further study six months after of graduating.***

60% of the University's research submission was rated as world-leading or internationally excellent in REF 2014.

Qualifications or Eligibility Criteria for MBA in UK

  • Candidates will normally be expected to hold a 2:1 Honours degree (which may be in any discipline) from a UK university, or an equivalent professional qualification from a similar non-UK institution.

  • Non-graduates who possess extensive professional experience are encouraged to apply.

  • Unlike many schools the OU fee includes the cost of books and study materials, accommodation and food at residential schools and tutorials, access to bespoke e-learning environment and project supervision as well as examination fees.

  • The fee does not include any travel costs incurred to and from the residential schools or tutorials.