Kingston University, London

Kingston University - Overview & Background

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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

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  Accommodation Option Names:

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    Halls of Residence/ Independent living 
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    Number of Rooms: A total of 2,220 rooms

   
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  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

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    Chancellors Hall Refurbished en-suite: £8,650 per annum. Premium en-suite - £9,200 per annum.
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    Refurbished en-suite: £8,650 per annum.
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    Premium en-suite: £9,200 per annum.
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    Walkden Hall: £8,450.00 per annum
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    Clayhill: £7,400.00 per annum. 
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    Middle Mill: £7,550.00 per annum.
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    Seething Wells En suite: £7,650.00 per annum. Budget En Suite - £6,600.00 per annum.
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    En suite: £7,650.00 per annum.
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    Budget En Suite: £6,600.00 per annum.
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    75 Penrhyn Road Studio: £15,750 per annum. Large Studio - £17,450 per annum. 
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    Studio: £15,750 per annum. 
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    Large Studio: £17,450 per annum. 
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    Refurbished en-suite: £8,650 per annum.
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    Premium en-suite: £9,200 per annum.
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    En suite: £7,650.00 per annum.
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    Budget En Suite: £6,600.00 per annum.
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    Studio: £15,750 per annum. 
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    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.

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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