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Sort:Latest reviewsthe lecturers are so helpful and library is excellent
Great clean working environment with various courses available and great support provided to students.
The university is professional and the quality of education is also exceptional
18-24 years
Easy to get lost on the first day but great architecture and nice facilities and all round good experience being a student.
I have started my degree at Kingston University in September 2018 and I am due to graduate this year. KU is not a Russell Group university but it surely cares more about its students than they do. They have ushered me with kindness, understanding and support through a mental health crisis, financial difficulties and a global pandemic that has affected us all. I'll try to breakdown everything this London university has to offer. Location and facilities My courses were taught at the Penrhyn Rd campus, close to the bustling town life of Kingston and the best and most scenic stretch of the Thames Path. Our newest award winning building, Town House, stands tall next to the main road and houses beautiful library space, outside reading gardens, lounging spaces , meeting rooms and cafes across its majestic spacious 5 floors. It is loved by us all and apparently so much so that crew filming The Crown has chosen it as filming location for the upcoming season. The KU app allows you to book library spaces and teaching rooms for group or quiet study . Cycling is encouraged with bicycle racks peppered around campus for ease of travel. Teachers and nurses are based at the Kingston Hill site, which looks like an expensive boarding school grounds in the middle of beautiful greenery, calm and quiet. The campus at Knights Park is beautiful and leafy and houses our arts students. There are free of charge KU buses running regularly between these campuses. Student base KU is a quintessential London diverse student base. Everybody's faith, sexual orientation, background is welcome and respected. There are student union groups for all hobbies and interests, from Christian groups to all kinds of sports (rugby, tennis, badminton, karate etc). Everybody has a voice and they are encouraged to make them heard. Teaching The faculty staff are amazing educators. They care about each and every student and they sincerely want them to succeed. Every single teacher in my course has a PhD and they are former UCL, Cambridge, Imperial and King's college graduates who are raising KU standards every year. I have met colleagues whose grades were not as good because they did not get the chance to focus on their studies in high school or didn't have the financial means to access extra help. Mature students who have decided to gain their first undergraduate degree later in life. Students who had been put down by their secondary school teachers as not as good as their peers. KU staff has worked hard to prove that everyone can succeed with the right support network and teaching. The majority of these people have found their real worth at KU and went on to have successful careers and postgraduate degrees. While a higher rank university would have dismissed their individual needs, these people found understanding, patience and great teaching skills in KU staff and they were helped at every step just like I was. As a former humanities student who has decided to undertake a STEM degree I can vouch for the patience and support I received at every step. Support Over the years I have used the Money Service, Wellbeing service, Mental Health support and Careers Service. They have all worked hard and helped me through financial difficulties, a severe depression episode and an autism diagnosis. I am currently working on a project to design KU's first sensory room where neurodiverse students and those with anxiety issues can relax between lectures.
18-24 years
First gen student
There is a lot of societies in different areas to join, no matter what you are interested in, the funding towards them hosts events in the society and they are a great way to meet people personal tutors are very helpful at providing information and guidance on assignments, future plans and supervisors are very good for the dissertations in third year. i feel the disability support for mental health could be slightly improved as they do not seem to check up on you after talking to them about your needs. i feel it would be beneficial maybe once or twice a year to have an email just to see how you are and check in.
Location of the uni is very close to town so it's very convenient for grocery trips, especially with the free uni buses being provided. Teacher support is also provided when requested of course, they give very helpful feedback but of course that may differ to others. Union sometimes lack a bit of activities but apart from that its good.
I would say the best aspect of the Uni is the different opportunity the Uni provides to its students.However i would say one thing i dislike is the university lack of Sport Facilities
meeting new people at university has been the best experience and learning about a new subject. I would suggest that the worst aspects of the experience would be the far and long travelling to get to university from where i live.
The lecturers are incredibly helpful and clear when discussing what to do in our coursework and they provide extra help when needed. They are all friendly and the university itself has a beautiful campus
From my experience the majority of the lecturers are really friendly and supportive and you can reach out to them via email or book office hours. If you want to get the most out of your university experience theres co-curricular events and job opportunities that get shared regularly through the course, one of which actually landed me a job in public health. There's volunteer opportunities and engaging career talks that happen throughout the year that are worth attending. You get quite a lot of lab practise which can be a bit daunting at first but is really beneficial and confidence-building. It improves a lot of hard skills that look great on your cv as well as critical thinking (especially when you get to year 2 nutrition and do data analysis and biostatistics). The university has a nice atmosphere with a variety of cafes in the main building and the library. The food is overpriced and not that tasty I won't lie. The town house is a great place to study although it can be really busy and difficult to find space sometimes. It's usually open 24 hours for the second block of the teaching year as exams approach which is handy. For me personally the best part of the course but specifically the nutrition module is the quality and detail of the lectures. Especially in year 2, you cover so much and go into quite a lot more detail. As well as the connections you make, I think the university does a good job preparing you with the skills you need to succeed in your industry. Theres opportunity to be involved in research projects and lots of cool stuff. I get a proper sense that the lecturers really want you to succeed and encourage you to take initiative and go for opportunities. For most of the modules the classes are quite large, but the nutrition-specific module is relatively small and personal, which I think is a good thing. There's lots of sports clubs and societies and the membership is very reasonable. I've had good experiences with the ones I've been involved in. I appreciate the green spaces around Kingston. You've got access to nature not far from the uni, if you like walking you can go to the fields near Hampton Court, Bushy Park and Richmond Park, or follow the Thames River. There's lots of nice places to eat and drink (a bit pricey, it's Kingston). It's busy without feeling overwhelming. The workload can be intense (I'm pretty sure this applies to all universities) especially if you do get involved in extra stuff, but I think it probably is worth it because it makes you feel more a part of the institution as well as teaches you a lot about time management and juggling multiple projects which is essentially what we will have to do in the workplace once we graduate anyway. My only criticisms would be lecture timetabling, not being able to book a private study room in the library for more than 2 hours and getting on the university payroll system is just stressful. Overall I would highly recommend this uni and the course :)
18-24 years
Student Union beer prices are extortionate, barely any lower than the local pubs.
I have been very well supported by all lecturers and staff regarding my physical disabilities and mental health conditions. I have thoroughly enjoyed my time here and am quite sad for my course almost to be over. Would highly recommend anyone to do a creative degree and to do it at Kingston
Arts facilities are some of the best in the country. Kingston is a cute place to study and close enough to enjoy London life.
18-24 years
Kingston is in general, a good place to study. Here are a few positives: - I have had good support from the lecturers (however, some are better than others, it really depends on who you get for each module you choose). Most of the time they reply to emails however sometimes I have had to email a few times before getting a response. The feedback from most lecturers is great, they really help with my assignments and read my drafts which is great. -The campuses are really nice, the library at Penrhyn road is fantastic and modern! I was based at Kingston hill and the library there was also great, 3 storeys and lots of space to study with cafes/social areas too. They have quiet areas where you can study individually too, which helps with avoiding distractions. -There are so many opportunities to network at Kingston. I’ve met so many employers and business people who have given me great advice on my career journey. -The PowerPoints are very simple and easy to follow. Lecturers always give us the opportunity to ask questions too. A few negatives -some lecturers aren’t very helpful and refuse to read drafts of the assignments they give. Some don’t respond to emails which is very frustrating -The prices of food on campus can be very expensive. A coffee and a sandwich comes to £8 which is rather a lot, considering we are students! -Some lecturers do these Kaboodle quizzes which are a bit childish I think, but that’s just me. -Kingston hill campus can be a bit of a mission to get to if you live outside of Kingston. I live in Croydon and it takes me an hour and a half just to get to uni on time. - Some lectures are 3 hours long which is far too long. -None of my lectures are online anymore. I much preferred the hybrid system (half online half on campus) as it meant I didn’t have to spend as much on travel. Overall I would recommend Kingston University, however my improvements would be; - Make the course a hybrid learning course (half online half on campus) as this is much better for those that live further away - Lower the price of food and coffee, it’s far too expensive for students - Make sure that all lecturers are willing to give feedback for draft assignments (some do this, some don’t). There needs to be more consistency.
As a uni student, there are several reasons why Kingston University in London is a great place to study. First and foremost, the university has a strong academic reputation with a wide range of programs available in various fields of study. The lecturers are knowledgeable and passionate about their subjects, which makes the learning experience more engaging and enjoyable. The university also has a diverse student body, with students from all over the world, which adds to the cultural richness of the campus. There are plenty of extracurricular activities and societies to get involved in, from sports clubs to music groups, which provide great opportunities to make friends and socialize. In terms of facilities, Kingston University has modern and well-equipped buildings with access to state-of-the-art labs, studios, and libraries. The university also provides plenty of support services to students, including academic support, career services, and mental health services. However, there are a few areas where Kingston University could be improved. One of the main issues is the lack of study spaces available, particularly during peak periods such as exam season. It would be great if the university could invest in more study areas, or even extend the opening hours of existing ones. Another area for improvement is the feedback process. Some students feel that the feedback they receive from their lecturers is not detailed enough or timely, and there could be more opportunities for students to provide feedback on their courses. Overall, as a uni student, I would highly recommend Kingston University as a great place to study. With its strong academic reputation, diverse student body, and supportive facilities and services, it offers a fantastic learning experience. While there is always room for improvement, the university is always looking for ways to enhance the student experience and make it even better.
So far its a great place to be! Not far from London but not in the middle of it. It is also a university with a variety of departments, so you can gain access to a range of facilities and courses. As well as my course I also take some language classes, and a few business workshops which I have found useful. For my course I've had some very interesting briefs and I've met a lot of nice people. Tutors are also very supportive with our work too. I would love, however, if there was a studio space for us to stay and work in, as we don't have that at the moment, and mainly do work at home. I would also love if some of the projects explored more of our personal style more. But other than that I am enjoying it.
My best experience is being surrounded people of different background. Growing up in an affluent area I was never really are round diverse backgrounds, so it’s been a great experience getting to know and becoming friends with people from all over the world. I’ve thoroughly enjoyed my time at Kingston overall, I feel like I have a lot of access to many resources as well as having really friendly lecturers.
The townhouse is really amazing. Not only it looks but also it’s really good to study. Also, the area is really nice. Not too busy but there is everything.
4.2
So many opportunities to try out creative skills other than just sewing, and unlike other courses, you get taught HOW to do things in lessons from tutors rather than being expected to work out things by yourself. The classrooms and studio are very bright, nice spaces to work in and the tutors are generally all very experienced. However, as someone not in halls that commutes, I do however find it quite difficult to work when library spaces are limited and classes are spread awkwardly throughout the day I find myself a bit lost.
the course is a good mix of blended learning but is more in-person so you get a lot of time to see tutors and receive lots of 1-1 feedback, you get a lot of time to work independently using the uni facilities too.