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Kingston University, London
Swan Wing, River House
53 – 57 High Street, Kingston upon Thames
London KT1 1LQ UK
T: +44 20 8417 3411
F: +44 20 8417 3028
E: international@kingston.ac.uk
Kingston University offers high quality
teaching and excellent employment
opportunities in one of the world’s
most exciting and historic capitals.
Based in an attractive, riverside
location in south-west London,
Kingston University is known for its
career-focused courses and strong
links with industry. We have a thriving,
multicultural community of over 25,000
students, including around 4,100 non-
UK students from 151 countries.
As one of the leading modern
universities, Kingston’s popularity
continues to increase. “Among the
most popular institutions in 2012.” –
The Times 2012
Why choose Kingston University
• safe and central location, just 25
minutes from central London by
train
www.kingston.ac.uk/international
• lively town centre with cafés,
restaurants, shops, bars and its own
theatre
• strong links with industry and career
skills built into the curriculum
• modern resources and facilities
• accommodation guarantee for
international students*
• diverse and multicultural student
body.
“The university is revitalising its four
campuses, opening three impressive
new buildings as part of a £123-million
programme which will run to 2018.”
The Times, 2012
*Provided you apply in good time and meet
our eligibility criteria.
Degree Programs
• Art, Design & Architecture
3D Design, Architecture and
Landscape, Art and Design History,
Communication Design, Film Making,
Fine Art, History of Art, Design &
Film, Surveying & Planning
• Arts and Social Sciences
Economics, Education, Humanities,
Performance and Screen Studies,
Social Sciences
• Business and Law
Accounting, Banking and Finance,
Business and Management,
Business Information Technology
and Operations Management,
International Business Management,
Law, Leadership, Human Resource
Management and Health
Management, Marketing and
Communications, MBA, Services
Management
• Science, Engineering & Computing
Aerospace and Aircraft Engineering
Civil Engineering and Construction
• Computing and Information
Systems Computer Science and
Software, Engineering, Games,
“Among the most popular
institutions in 2012”
– The Times 2012
Graphics and Media, Information Systems,
Health-related Computing, Networking and
Security
• Geography, Geology and Environment
Geography, Environmental and
Hazards, Sustainability
• Life Sciences
Biochemistry, Biology, Biomedical
Science, Forensic Sciences, Health
and Medical Sciences, Health and
Nutrition, Sports and Exercise Science
• Mathematics and Statistics
• Mechanical and Automotive Engineering
Automotive Engineering, Mechanical
Engineering, Technological Sciences
• Pharmacy and Chemistry
Pharmacy, Chemistry, Pharmacology,
Pharmaceutical Science
Teaching Periods
Most courses begin in September.
Tuition Fees
International undergraduate fees from
UK£10,250 – UK£11,350 per year
(2012/13 entry).
GAC GPA Required
Successful completion of the GAC
with a good overall GPA (applications
are considered on an individual basis).
Minimum English Proficiency
Academic IELTS 6.0 or 6.5 (or equivalent)
– depending on course.
Credits and Scholarships
Kingston awards £200,000 worth
of international scholarships every year.
How to Apply
Via UCAS, The Universities and Colleges
Applications Service: www.ucas.com.
GAC Pathway Universities Handbook 2013
University of West London
International Office
University of West London,
St Mary’s Road
London W5 5RF UK
T: +44 (0) 20 8231 2468
E: learning.advice@uwl.ac.uk
Why Study at the University
of West London
The University of West London is
ranked as the Number 1 modern
University in London (The Guardian
University Guide 2013), as well
as being ranked number 1 as a
modern university for Business and
Management Studies, Law, Hospitality
and Tourism, Psychology and Nursing.
It is also ranked number 2 as a modern
university for Computer Science and
IT (including Engineering), and Music
(The Guardian University Guide 2012
and 2013).
The university is near the headquarters
of major international corporations,
including the BBC, GlaxoSmithKline,
British Airways, Oracle, and Microsoft.
Many of our programmes include work
placements, which are available for
international students.
Many of our teaching staff still work in
their respective industries, and pass
on valuable insights to our students
as well as knowledge grounded in
real practice. At the University of
West London, we’re committed to
providing you with an education that
expands your skills, realises your full
potential, and increases your chances
of employment.
Student Support
Studying abroad is exciting and also a
little daunting.
Our comprehensive induction course
will help introduce you to London, the
university and studying with us. You’ll
feel fully supported from the moment
you arrive at the university through:
• a two-week international orientation
program with supported enrolment
and social activities
• advice and help with opening bank
accounts
• support with part-time work while
you study, as well as your long term
career
• a free pre-sessional English course
available three weeks before your
full-time course begins.
Degree Programs
The University of West London has
eight specialist academic Schools,
which offer courses in a wide range
of subject areas. We design all of our
courses to meet our students’ needs,
balancing both academic knowledge
and the practical skills valued by
employers.
• West London International Business
School;
• School of Computing and
Technology (including Engineering);
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If you’re thinking of studying in the UK, it’s
well worth considering all that the University of West
London has to offer. The dynamic learning
environment and the quality of our courses attract
over 3,000 international students from over 60
countries. Our international student body spans
across Europe, Asia, Africa, America and the
Middle East.
www.uwl.ac.uk
• London School of Hospitality and
Tourism;
• Ealing Law School;
• Ealing School of Art, Design and
Media;
• College of Nursing, Midwifery and
Healthcare;
• London College of Music;
• School of Psychology, Social Work
and Human Sciences
Teaching Periods
All courses have a September start.
Many of our courses can also be
started in February.
GAC GPA Required
Successful completion of GAC
(Students with lower than a C- will be
assessed on a case-by-case basis).
Minimum English Proficiency
IELTS 5.5
How to Apply
You can apply for a course online by
visiting: www.uwl.ac.uk/apply and
completing our online application form.
Alternatively, you can apply for full-time
undergraduate degree courses at the
University of West London through UCAS.
GAC Pathway Universities Handbook 2013