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4.03.74.4578 Student reviews
Sort:Latest reviewsI'm enjoying my time at university. It's fun and I'm gaining new experiences. There is lots of support offered to those that want it. You do have to work hard here though so keep trying and you'll see results.
Everything is here in London no matter which course you choose to do. Everyone is supportive and helpful which makes it easier for a student (like me) who is not used to the craziness that is London to settle in.Tips for getting a place: word hard, read a lot before applying, work experience, be passionate.
I like the course I'm doing- the teachers are really good. I can't think of any negatives! Being in Central London is great, there are so many nice places to go out and everything is easy to get to. In my course there's lots of choice to learn about what you like. Definitely have to live in London and make the most of it! Don't live at home!
I've just started my first year but so far everything is going well!Being in Central London, the location is absolutely brilliant. Facilities are great- the library is fantastic. There's also a wide variety of people here with different cultures which is really nice.Tips for getting in- work hard and get good grades!
Facilities at King's aren't great. The rooms are nice but lecturers don't use up to date materials like Powerpoint etc. Library is decent with good access to all libraries in London.Student union has never appealed to me! Clubs and societies- I'm a member of the Classics Society which is really decent. Tips for getting a place- I actually didn't apply to get into KCL, I got in through clearing!
Great societies here but I don't have the time for them right now! The student union didn't help when I wanted to move accommodation but in general they do a good enough job. The job prospects from here are very high.Tips for getting a place- work hard- do lots of relevant things outside your studies that will look good in your application.
I'm part of the hockey and boxing team- it's fantastic. You have to pay for kit and insurance but it makes being part of the university more enjoyable. Don't tell anyone about the eye candy score! And the job prospects are really 50/50 but having King's on your CV really helps.Tips for getting in- you NEED the grades. If you don't get them you don't get in.
The night life is amazing and staying in halls has really added to that. The university provides talks on the best way of getting a job in the final year which has really made me more optimistic.
The accommodation is awful I had to move out. I don't know what the Student Union do but they do send out a lot of emails. The course is very interesting and I'm really enjoying it.
Overall it's been a very pleasant and enjoyable experience. I don't live in halls but if you're from outside of London I would advise it as it's very social. Facilties are really good- 2 large libraries with everything you need. Tips for getting a place- READ!
The university is quite disorganised. There needs to be more communication between students and lecturers. Facilities are great though especially the libraries. Tips- write a good personal statement. Also be prepared, they expect you to work really hard here!
Really enjoying my course. The lecturers are good and cover a wide range. I've lived in London all my life so didn't rate 'city life' as high as some people might. It's far too expensive in London. If you're from outside of London and want to come here then you'll find it exciting.I'm a member of the Art Society which is really good.
Course covers a lot of ground. Lectures very conscise and coherent. Facilities are good, lots of computers! Member of the film society as it's relevant to my course. Student Union is always there to assist and keep us informed of upcoming plans/events. Would definitely recommend this uni to others.
Course is interesting, lectures are easy to get a grasp of. Accommodation is very social, the whole of halls of residence get together and do stuff. If there are problems in the halls they get fixed straight away. Library is really good, you can always find what you need and there are quite a few of them so if what you need is not in one then it's in the other. Accommodation is cheap and cheerful! Great atmosphere too. If you are looking to live in halls- get accommodation near to campus as I do find it quite annoying travelling quite far everyday to get to lectures. Also join as many societies as you can!
It's my first year at KCL so I'm undecided as to whether the course/lectures are any good yet. My 1st lecture was rubbish but my 2nd lecture was great. Majority since have been good and I feel the lecturers are actually interesting people as well as being knowledgeable about the subject. Accommodation is good, location is so central and I'm moving to my own studio apartment soon which will be even better. Canteen food is terrible!
I'm really enjoying my course because I'm learning about what I'm actually interested in. The only negative is that there's not a lot of module options on my course. Lecturers are mostly good. You need to stay in halls to get the best out of uni- the poeple in my halls are great. Facilities are also pretty good.
Living in London ia great. Facilities are fantastic, they have everything you need.Concentrate on getting good A level grades! Do as much preparation before you start as possible, it's much harder than it sounds. Get your accomodation application in early too if you want to live in halls.
4.1
Good structure to the course and I have a good relationship with my professors. There's very little information on the Student's Union. Also there's no access for undergraduate students at weekends which can be a bit annoying- they should change these rules. My advice to others wanting to go to KCL is to take it easy and don't stress too much! Trust other students and lecturers.