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King's College London

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Overview

Established in 1829, the King's College London is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the urban setting of the large metropolis of London (population range of over 5,000,000 inhabitants). Officially recognized/chartered by the Privy Council, King's College London (KCL) is a large sized (uniRank enrollment range: 25,000-29,999 students) coeducational UK higher education institution. King's College London (KCL) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as pre-bachelor's degrees (i.e. certificates, diplomas, associate or foundation), bachelor's degrees, master's degrees and doctorate degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study table below for further details. This 196-year-old UK higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on students' past academic records and grades. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment. KCL also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, sports facilities, financial aids and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, online courses and distance learning opportunities, as well as administrative services.

University Snapshot

Control

King's College London's Control Typepublic

Entity

King's College London's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

King's College London' Size by Total Enrollmentlarge sized

Selectivity

King's College London's Selectivity by Acceptance Ratenot reported

University Identity

Name
Name (English)
Name (Non Latin)
Acronym KCL
Founded 1829
Motto Sancte et Sapiente
With Holiness and Wisdom
Colours Blue and red
Mascot Reggie the Lion
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University Location

Address London Strand
London
WC2R 2LS London
United Kingdom
King's College London's location map and satellite view Location Map and Satellite View
King's College London Phone Number (20) 7836 5454
King's College London Fax Number
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Fields of Study / Degree Levels

Introduction

What is the difference between comprehensive/generalist and specialized universities in terms of the range of fields of study they offer, degree levels available and academic and carreer paths pros and cons? Read our guide article about generalist and specialized universities to learn more.


Fields of Study and Degree Levels Matrix

The following Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix of King's College London is divided into 6 main fields of study and 4 levels of degrees, from the lowest undergraduate degree to the highest postgraduate degree. This matrix aims to help quickly identify King's College London's academic range and degree level offering.




Programs and Courses

Programs/Courses/Degrees

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Tuition Fees

Introduction

Yearly tuition fees refers to the amount of money that a student is charged by a University for one academic year of full-time study. Read our guide article about tuition fees and financial aid options to learn more.


Yearly Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This Tuition Fees Range Matrix of King's College London categorizes tuition fees by student type (local or international) and degree level (undergraduate or postgraduate). It aims to help students get an approximate idea of the estimated yearly tuition fees at King's College London.



King's College London: Tuition Fees Range Matrix

Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students
10,000-12,499 US$ (9,110-11,390 Euro) 5,000-7,499 US$ (4,555-6,830 Euro)
International
students
17,500-19,999 US$ (15,950-18,225 Euro) Not reported

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Admissions

Introduction

Applying for admission is the first step towards achieving students' academic and career goals and accessing the many opportunities and resources that a university has to offer. Read our "Introduction to University Admissions" article to learn more.


Admission Information

King's College London's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

This institution admits men and women (coeducational).


King's College London's Admission Selection Admission Selection

This higher education institution has a selective admission policy based on students' past academic records and grades.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

Not reported.


Minority Serving Minority Serving

This institution does not have a special focus on promoting education or research among a specific minority or ethnic group.


Admission Requirements Admission Requirements

Not reported


King's College London's International Students Admission International Students Admission

International students are welcome to apply for admission at this institution.

King's College London has more than 15000 international students.

King's College London's Admission Office Admission Office



(20) 7836 5454
(20) 7848 7000

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Size and Profile

Introduction

University size and profile can be important factors to consider when choosing a university. Here are some potential reasons why University size and profile can affect students when choosing a university.


Size and Profile

King's College London's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

This institution has a student enrollment range from 25,000 to 29,999, making it a large-sized institution.


King's College London's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

This institution's academic staff ranges from 2,000 to 2,499 members.


King's College London's Control Type Control Type

This institution is a public higher education institution.


King's College London's Entity Type Entity Type

This institution is a non-profit higher education institution.


King's College London's Campus Setting Campus Setting

This institution's main campus is located in a urban setting.


King's College London's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

This institution adopts a semesters academic calendar, a scheduling system where the academic year is divided into two main terms, or semesters, each typically lasting about 15 to 18 weeks, separated by a long break, usually a winter or summer vacation.


King's College London's Disabled Students Friendliness Disabled Students %

Not reported


King's College London is None Religious Affiliation

None.


Facilities and Services

Introduction

What are the most common University facilities and services? Read our two guide articles about University Facilities and University Services to learn more.


University Facilities


King's College London's Library University Library

Yes Visit King's College London's Library


King's College London's Housing University Housing

Yes


King's College London's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

Yes


King's College London's Institutional Hospital Institutional Hospital

Yes


University Services


King's College London's Financial Aid Financial Aid

Yes


King's College London's Study Abroad Study Abroad

Yes


King's College London's Distance Learning Distance Learning

Yes


King's College London's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

Not reported


King's College London's Career Services Career Services

Not reported


Recognition and Accreditation

Introduction

There are different types of legal recognition and quality assessment of higher education institutions around the world, depending on the country and its legal and higher education system... read our article about university accreditation and recognition to learn more.


King's College London's Recognition or Accreditation Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

King's College London is legally recognized and/or institutionally accredited by: Privy Council

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation

1829


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important King's College London's programmatic accreditations; feel free to submit any relevant missing specialized accreditations.

  • 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)


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Memberships and Affiliations

Introduction

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Affiliations and Memberships

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important King's College London's affiliations and memberships; feel free to submit any relevant missing higher education-related organizations this university is affiliated with.

  • Association of Commonwealth Universities (ACU)
  • European University Association (EUA)
  • Russell Group
  • Universities UK


Academic Structure

Introduction

Academic divisions can provide valuable insights into the range of fields of study and disciplines a university focuses on and the institution's level of specialization. Comprehensive or Generalist Universities typically offer a wide range of academic programs and have many academic divisions and subdivisions across different disciplines, while Specialized Universities tend to focus on a narrower range of programs within a specific field or industry and have fewer divisions and a more streamlined organizational structure. Read our guide article "Understanding Academic Divisions in Universities - Colleges, Faculties, Schools" to learn more about academic divisions and typical university organizational structures.


Academic Structure

uniRank shows a structural diagram of the first-level academic divisions of the King's College London 's organizational structure; feel free to submit any relevant missing division.


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Social Media

Introduction

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Social Media

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TikTok TikTok

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Free Online Courses

Open Education Global Open Education Global

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