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Applicants from one of the recognised Majority English Speaking Countries (MESCs) do not need to meet these requirements. As the USA is a MESC, applicants who have lived or studied there may not need to prove their English language ability
Academic requirements
| Level of entry | General qualification requirement |
|---|---|
| Foundation | High School Diploma or completion certificateA portfolio of art work is also required for the Art and Design Foundation course |
| Undergraduate degree (year 1 entry) | Secondary School Diploma (grade 12)American High School Diploma (with 3.0 G.P.A)And:New SAT Reasoning Test 1050/1600Old SAT Reasoning Test 1650/2400We will not be looking for the essay (optional)Or:ACTs of 23-25 or higherSee chart below for specific departmental requirementsOr:Grade 3 or above in at least two Advanced Placement Tests in relevant subject area (please see chart below to see what subjects each faculty require for AP tests)ACT college code 7030SAT and AP college code 7342 |
| Undergraduate transfer (advanced entry, year 2) | University grade point average of 3.0 or higherIndividuals may apply to UCAS for year 2 entry. However, university credits earned elsewhere will be evaluated by the faculty. These credits may or may not count toward your Kingston University degree. |
| Postgraduate taught masters | Bachelors degree with a 3.0 grade point average, with the following exception: for the Faculty of Science Engineering and Computing, a bachelors degree with a good grade point average in relevant subjects.For certain courses work experience will also be required |
| Postgraduate research masters | Bachelors degree with a 3.0 grade point averageFor certain courses work experience will also be required |
| MBA | Bachelors degree with a 3.0 grade point averageTwo years’ work experience |
| Postgraduate research | Please contact the individual faculty for entry requirements |
| Faculty | Advanced Placement Tests (AP) required by Faculty (undergraduate courses) |
|---|---|
| Kingston School of Art | Students applying for a degree in Fine Art (studio-based) will first need to complete the foundation year before beginning the undergraduate degree at Kingston University. Please contact the Faculty to see if this applies to you (some courses are exempt).Or SAT Subject test in above subject area, with a score of 550+Students with the Diploma but no AP work or SAT Subject scores may apply for a foundation programme |
| Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences | Grade 3 or above in at least two Advanced Placement Tests (AP requirements depend on the applicant and the subject he or she wishes to study, for example English Literature requires AP English Literature, etc)Or SAT Subject test in above subject area, with a score of 550+Students with the Diploma but no AP work or SAT scores may apply for a foundation programme |
| Kingston Business School | Grade 3 or above in at least two Advanced Placement Tests (any subject, some courses may require grade 4)Students with the Diploma but no AP work or SAT Subject scores may apply for a Foundation programme |
| Faculty of Science, Engineering and Computing | Grade 3 or above in at least two Advanced Placement Tests (AP requirements depend on the applicant and the subject you wish to study)Or SAT Subject test in relevant subject area, with a score of 550 or above in related subjectStudents with the Diploma but no AP work or SAT scores may apply for a Foundation programmeIn some cases, ACT results of 26 or higher will be considered. Please enquire with the Faculty. |
Transferring credits to Kingston from the USA
We will consider transfer students for advanced placement onto our degree programmes. However, the faculty teaching the course has the final decision on whether or not to accept your credits and we cannot guarantee that all credits earned will be applied to your Kingston degree.
We suggest looking at the specific classes Kingston University students complete in the first year of the subject area you want to study. If you have completed all of those classes (known as ‘modules’ in the UK), your chances are pretty good of being accepted onto Year 2. Remember that there are no general education requirements in the UK so these classes will not transfer. Only core subjects can be considered for transfer credit (view undergraduate and graduate programmes).
It is very difficult for students to transfer credits to Kingston School of Art due to the highly competitive nature of the programmes and the high quality of Kingston students’ work. However, your portfolio should be strong if you have completed a year at university. It is the quality of your portfolio that will ultimately determine if you are accepted onto Year 1 or Year 2 of the degree.
Students in the UK apply online for undergraduate study through an agency called UCAS. When making your UCAS application, always select ‘Year 2 entry’ on the application form. This does not guarantee your admission to Year 2 – but it will notify the department that you have a transcript to review. Otherwise they think you have just completed high school.
Why transfer to Kingston?
- You will be able to complete your degree more quickly – bachelors degrees are only three years in duration, and masters degrees one year.
- We can give you financial advice. We participate in the US Federal Loan programme and can offer you advice about receiving your US student loans abroad. We also have a scholarship available to students from the USA.
- You will have opportunities to work in London. Most students can work part time on or off campus while studying, and then work full time in the UK for up to two years after graduation.
- We will offer you plenty of support. Over 100 American students join us each year to study undergraduate and graduate degrees. We welcome them with a great orientation programme and a social to meet each other. Our American students celebrate Thanksgiving on campus, publish newsletters twice a semester, and have a North American student society.
University at a glance
| Total International Students | 2,452 |
| Endowments Value | Pound 2 million |
| No.of Campuses | 4 |
| Yearly Hostel & Meals Expense | INR 7.3 Lakh |
| International Students Website | http://www.kingston.ac.uk/international/ |
| Students belonging to | 140 Countries |
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| Courses | Duration | 1st Year Tuition Fees |
|---|---|---|
| BBA(1 Course) | 3 Years | INR 12.2L |
| MBA(2 Courses) | 12 – 24 Months | INR 20L – 23.8L |
| BE/Btech(5 Courses) | 3 – 4 Years | INR 14.4L |
| MS(53 Courses) | 12 – 24 Months | INR 14.3L – 17.8L |
| MIM(45 Courses) | 1 – 2 Years | INR 14.3L – 17.8L |
| MA(22 Courses) | 1 – 2 Years | INR 1.7L – 17.8L |
| MPharm(1 Course) | 4 Years | INR 15.2L |
| MArch(1 Course) | 2 Years | INR 17.8L |
| Other Courses(7 Courses) | 1 – 2 Years | INR 14.7L – 15.1L |
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Booked exam dateDownload Brochure1,42,770 brochures downloaded till date.ScholarshipsNarotam Sekhsaria’s ScholarshipsScholarship per studentRs. 20,00,000Applicable course streamEngineering,Science,Humanities + 2 moreView DetailsGates Millennium ScholarshipScholarship per studentNot availableApplicable course streamEngineering,Computers,Science + 1 moreView DetailsHani Zeini ScholarshipScholarship per studentRs. 75,530Applicable course streamEngineering,Computers,Science + 2 moreView DetailsInlaks Scholarships (University Courses)Scholarship per studentRs. 75,46,000Applicable course streamScience,HumanitiesView DetailsView all 49 scholarshipsEntry Criteria
| Courses | Exams |
|---|---|
| BBA(1 Course) | IELTS: 6 & AbovePTE: 50 & Above |
| MBA(2 Courses) | IELTS: 6.5 & AbovePTE: 58 & Above |
| BE/Btech(5 Courses) | IELTS: 6 & AbovePTE: 50 & Above |
| MS(53 Courses) | IELTS: 6-6.5PTE: 50-59 |
| MIM(45 Courses) | IELTS: 6.5 & AbovePTE: 58 & Above |
| MA(22 Courses) | IELTS: 6.5 & AbovePTE: 58 & Above |
| MPharm(1 Course) | IELTS: 6.5 & Above |
| MArch(1 Course) | IELTS: 6.5 & AbovePTE: 58 & Above |
| Other Courses(7 Courses) | IELTS: 6.5-7PTE: 58-65 |
Top Courses at Kingston University
The applicants are advised to apply before given deadlines to be considered for admission:
| Type of program | Application Deadline | Admission Requirements |
|---|---|---|
| Master of Business Administration [M.B.A] | Rolling (starts September, January) | 1st class honors degree; Work experience (3 years) Personal statement (750 words); Interview IELTS: 6.5 (no section less than 6.0) |
| Master of Science [M.Sc] Information Systems | Rolling | 1st class honors degree; Work experience IELTS: 6.5 (no section less than 6.0) |
| Master of Science [M.Sc] Mechanical Engineering | Rolling (starts January, March, September) | 1st class honors degree; Work experience IELTS: 6.5 (no section less than 6.0) |
| Master of Science [M.Sc] Software Engineering | Rolling (starts January, September) | 1st class honors degree or Work experience (2 yrs as a programmer) IELTS: 6.5 (no section less than 6.0) |
| Master of Science [M.Sc] International Business Management | Rolling (starts January, September) | 1st class honors degree IELTS: 6.5 (no section less than 6.0) |
| Master of Laws [L.L.M] Employment Law Masters | Rolling (register in January, September) | 1st class honors degree or work experience IELTS: 6.5 (no section less than 6.0) |
| Master of Science [M.Sc] Mechatronic Systems | Rolling (starts January, March, September) | 1st class honors degree or work experience IELTS: 6.5 (no section less than 6.0) |
| Master of Arts [M.A] Financial Economics | Rolling (starts September) | 2nd class honors degree IELTS: 6.5 (no section less than 5.5) |
| Master of Arts [M.A] Marketing Communications and Advertising | Rolling (starts September) | 1st class honors degree IELTS: 6.5 (no section less than 5.5) |
| Bachelor of Science [B.Sc] Computer Science | Rolling (starts September) | High School Diploma or equivalent IELTS: 6.0 (no section less than 5.5) |
| Bachelor of Engineering [B.Eng] Mechanical Engineering | Rolling (starts September) | High School Diploma or equivalent A-levels in Maths and Sci (physics/chemistry) IELTS: 6.0 (no section less than 5.5) |
| Bachelor of Science [B.Sc] Civil and Infrastructure Engineering | Rolling (starts September) | High School Diploma or equivalent A-levels Mathematics IELTS: 6.0 (no section less than 5.5) |
| Bachelor of Arts [B.A] Business Management Practice | Rolling (starts September) | FDA (or equivalent) in Business IELTS: 6.0 |
| Bachelor of Science [B.Sc] Cyber Security and Digital Forensics | Rolling (starts September) | High School Diploma with min 2 A-levels IELTS: 6.0 (no section less than 5.5) |
Kingston University International Undergraduate Admissions
Kingston University offers more than 130 undergraduate courses for all its applicants. The basic admission for all the courses is almost the same. Official transcripts that are not in English, must be accompanied along with a certified English translation.
How to apply?
Where to apply: UCAS Application Portal
Application Fee: 18 GBP
Basic Admission Requirements
- High School Transcripts:
- Certified by the institution’s office registrar
- Sent directly from the issuing institution in a stamped and sealed envelope
- Interview (for some courses)
Country-specific Requirements
Requirements for some of the countries are as follows:
| Country | Requirement |
|---|---|
| India | Standard XII: 70% (CBSE, CISCE, Tamil Nadu, Maharashtra & West Bengal boards) or 80% (all other boards) |
| Hong Kong | Hong Kong Advanced Level Certificate (HKAL)/Hong Kong Diploma of Secondary Education (HKDSE) |
| Sri Lanka | Sri Lankan A-levels (General Certificate of Education Advanced Level) or Cambridge A-levels |
| China | Senior High School Diploma* /Chinese University Entrance Examination/recognized Foundation course in China |
English Proficiency Requirement for International Students
International applicants can submit IELTS scores to demonstrate English proficiency. The minimum required scores by the university are given below. However, applicants must note that several departments may have different score requirements.
| Program | IELTS Minimum Score Requirement |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 6.0 – 6.5 |
| Postgraduate | 6.5 |
Visa Requirement for International Students
Most international students who are not from an EU/EEA country are required to apply for a Tier 4 (General) student visa to study in UK a full-time degree-level course at Kingston University.
For completing the application process, the following supporting documents are required:
- CAS (Confirmation of Acceptance of Studies)
- Passport or travel documents
- Financial documents: Bank statements
- Proof of academic & English qualifications
- These documents may be required in some cases:
- ATAS clearance
- TB test
- Letter of consent from parents
- Official English translations ( If documents are not in English)
Kingston University Graduate Admissions
Kingston University offers more than 200 post-graduate in various disciplines. While the specific requirements may vary for each program countrywise, the general admission requirements remain the same. For more country-specific admission requirements, refer at
Where to Apply: University Online Portal/Offline Application
Application Fee: None
Admission Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in a relevant subject
- Recommendation letter for courses having Professional, Regulatory and Statutory Body
Additional requirements for some of the courses are mentioned below:
| Course | Application Deadline | Academic Requirements | English Proficiency Requirements |
|---|---|---|---|
| M.Sc. in Accounting & Finance | First week of September | Honors degree in a relevant discipline OR Professional Qualification, Training OR Work Experience | IELTS: 6.5 overall, with no element below 5.5 |
| English Literature MA | First week of September | Second-class degree in English literature or a related subject, 3,000-word piece of critical writing on a literary topic or work, Personal statement (1,000 words), Two academic references | IELTS: 6.5 overall with 7.0 in Writing and 5.5 in all other elements |
| Aerospace Engineering Masters (MSc) | September Entry: First week of January Entry: 2 January | Honors degree or equivalent in Aerospace Engineering or in a related discipline (such as aircraft or mechanical engineering, Work Experience | IELTS: 6.5 overall with 6.0 in Writing and 5.5 in Reading, Listening and Speaking |
A CAS (Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies) request and Visa processes should be duly on time. For any query regarding undergraduate application, students can refer to UCAS Track.
Students can also contact the Kingston University Admissions team at +44 (0)20 3308 9932 or email admissionsops@kingston.ac.uk or the university’s local in-country representative, if any case of any query, with UCAS serial number and the title/code of the course.
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