Kingston University - Overview & Background
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Founder
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Professor Michael Gibson
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University Type
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Public Research University
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University Motto
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Through Learning We Progress
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University City
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Penrhyn Road, Kingston upon Thames
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Acceptance Rate
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20-30%
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Faculty to Student Ratio
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1:19
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Endowment
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£2.3 m
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Campus Size
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99 acres
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Graduation Rate
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74.71%
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Employment Rate
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95.1%
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Official Website Link
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Kingston University, United Kingdom
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Contact Details
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+44 20 8417 9000
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USPs of the University
Highly Ranked University
Diverse and Multicultural Environment
Career-Focused Courses and High-Quality Teaching Imparted
Number 2 University for Graduate Startups in the UK
Jobs and Placements
Standard two years post-graduate placement programme
As of 2017, 95.1% of university graduates were reported to be working or studying within six months of graduating.
The university was named in the top 50 institutions in England for student job prospects in the Destination of Leavers from Higher Education (DLHE) survey.
Infrastructural Facilities
Kingston University maintains a picturesque dream University image with world-class top-notch facilities at its disposal. Penrhyn Road, Kingston Hill, and Towns Hall make for the students' favourite spots in the university.
Residence
Accommodation Option Names
Halls of Residence/ Independent living
Number of Rooms: A total of 2,220 rooms
Halls of Residence/ Independent living
Number of Rooms: A total of 2,220 rooms
Cost of Rooms
Chancellors Hall
Refurbished en-suite - £8,650 per annum.
Premium en-suite - £9,200 per annum.
Walkden Hall - £8,450.00 per annum
Clayhill - £7,400.00 per annum.
Middle Mill - £7,550.00 per annum.
Seething Wells
En suite - £7,650.00 per annum.
Budget En Suite - £6,600.00 per annum.
75 Penrhyn Road
Studio - £15,750 per annum.
Large Studio - £17,450 per annum.
Chancellors Hall
Refurbished en-suite - £8,650 per annum.
Premium en-suite - £9,200 per annum.
Refurbished en-suite - £8,650 per annum.
Premium en-suite - £9,200 per annum.
Walkden Hall - £8,450.00 per annum
Clayhill - £7,400.00 per annum.
Middle Mill - £7,550.00 per annum.
Seething Wells
En suite - £7,650.00 per annum.
Budget En Suite - £6,600.00 per annum.
En suite - £7,650.00 per annum.
Budget En Suite - £6,600.00 per annum.
75 Penrhyn Road
Studio - £15,750 per annum.
Large Studio - £17,450 per annum.
Studio - £15,750 per annum.
Large Studio - £17,450 per annum.
Notable Alumni
Some famous alumni from Kingston University, London include :
Anya Gallaccio, British artist, who creates site-specific, minimalist installations and often works with organic matter
Tosin Oshinowo, Nigerian architect, creative entrepreneur, public speaker and author.
Annabel Abbs, English writer and novelist.
Lavinia Elaine Greenlaw, English poet, novelist and non-fiction writer.
Charlie Amesbury, Former rugby union footballer
Laura Anne Harling, British actress, theatre producer and artist who has played roles with the Royal Shakespeare Company and at the Royal Opera House.
Yahya Assiri, Saudi Arabian human rights activist and former member of the Royal Saudi Air Force.
John Richmond, English fashion designer based in Italy.
Kingston University Location
Address
River house 53-57 High Street, Kingston Upon Thames.
Bus Stations
Cromwell Road/Fairfield (Additional free Intersite Bus service for students and staff)
Train Services
London Waterloo to Kingston Station
Nearest Airport
Heathrow and Gatwick airports
Recreational Sites
Hampton Court Palace
The Rose Theatre
Kingston University Map Location
Address: 55-59 Penrhyn Rd, Kingston upon Thames KT1 2EE, United Kingdom