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Sort:Latest reviewsAs a computer science student at King's College London, I have had a really good experience here. One of the best aspects of studying at King's is the opportunity to study in the heart of London, which is a truly amazing city with a rich history, cultural diversity, and a bustling tech scene. This has allowed me to not only learn and grow as a student but also experience all the city has to offer, from world-renowned museums and galleries to vibrant food markets and vibrant nightlife. Another great aspect of King's is the level of support and resources available to students. The staff and faculty are always available to help and offer advice, and the university provides excellent career services, including resume workshops, networking events, and mock interviews. Additionally, King's has a great library system with a wealth of resources and the latest technology to support students' learning and research needs. However, like any university, King's does have its challenges. One area that could be improved is the availability of affordable student housing. As a student living in London, I have found it difficult to find affordable housing, and this has been a struggle for many of my classmates as well. Additionally, while the university has a great selection of course offerings, I think it could benefit from offering more courses and resources specifically focused on emerging technologies and trends in computer science. In conclusion, King's College London is a great place to study and offers a wealth of opportunities and support to students. However, it could be improved by making student housing more affordable and offering more resources and courses focused on emerging technologies in computer science.
Facilities are amazing, but the food facilities, options and cost should be improved
It feels nice to be in the center of the city since it means that everyday is different as opposed to a campus uni which could start to feel very tedious after a while. However, this can lead to it not being as social since you don't normally see the same people very often so can't meet new people randomly.
Better student social opportunities, can feel a little impersonal.
The best aspect is the location as it’s right in the centre of London, the student life could be improved however, there are limited events that take place. There is also limited student support regarding budgeting and living tips.
Lectures are too fast and hard to keep up with. However the staff are friendly and the student atmosphere is fun and encourages independence and cooperation.
I think there should be more support for students who are only allowed the minimum grant, but are not being financially supported by their parents.
I love that King's prides itself on being a research-led institution and think the quality of teaching is really high. Being in London is an amazing plus as well, but it also means that it's unlike going to university in any other city as there is no immediately visible student population, and the best things to do are out and about in the further community. King's has great facilities, but as an Arts and Humanities student I don't really see them as the majority of investment seems to go into STEM. My university experience has been quite negatively impacted by strikes due to the stubbornness of VPs in the face of teaching staff calling for better working conditions, and there have been controversies every now and then about King's commitment to anti-racism - whilst I've been involved in university-wide initiatives, it seems the university still struggles to take a firm stance on combatting it, again because of the sustained interests of higher-ups. The administration is also incredibly ineffective, and I really struggled over my year abroad from their lack of organisation (e.g. not submitting my details to my partner university, and not offering support for us when navigating visa-related crises.) Overall, I've enjoyed my university experience, but to say that it has been perfect would not be true. That said, the issues raised are definitely not specific to KCL and are endemic in modern universities from what I can gather from discussions with friends at other universities both in and out of London.
I love how diverse the university is. The lecturers are all very eager to help with anything they can.
Could have a more cohesive student life for all campuses
Happy about the clarity of the course. Could do with a bit of relaxing due to a stressful course
King's College is right in the heart of London, which makes it easy to always find something to do. You'll find a diverse community here and always someone to talk to. However, coming from an American university, you lose the traditional, close-knit community feel of a college town. My accommodation is about 30 minutes from my campus building, so it can be a hassle to coordinate walking to class or tubing every day. I think the most frustrating thing I found with King's was their class selection process. I'm not sure if this was just an exchange student problem, but I literally had to fill out a google form and was unsure going in whether or not these classes would clash with each other. It wasn't until much later I found out about class times and clashes, and when I had them I had to fill out an additional form, looking up the timetables and writing down all the lecture times to make sure they didn't clash. Why they put this all on the student's end is baffling to me and was certainly a stressful experience.
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They need to improve by listening to student's concerns and take appropriate action. There's a nice library and there are lots of student soceities.
the content is very interesting, some professors are very engaging, while some are not. Overall, the food and travel expenses are very expensive.
The location makes it ideal for doing fun activities during your down time
The location in which I study is inspiring and motivating due to the people and history I am surrounded by. It is expensive to live here. Has been very difficult to adjust to the new mode of study.
--BEST-- KCL consistently provides unique opportunities (eg a robotics survey I was able to volunteer for) and chances to supplement one's education (like the environment and sustainability networking evening). This is bolstered by their prime location, the Strand Campus undoubtedly being the best located out of any London institution, encapsulating that dynamic feel one imagines when studying in London with Bush House and allowing one to immerse oneself in the cities' tapestry of history with Somerset House and the old Kings Building. We are fortunate to boast some of the best university societies that cover a wide range of interests and hobbies, my personal favourite being the 'Cineaste Society', a (free) discussion-based film society not offered at neighbouring universities, allowing for ample time to socialize alongside watching some truly unique films. This is not to overlook the actual academic part of the university lifestyle; I can only vouch for the Department of Political Economy (another enticing factor of King's, as this specific department is unique to us), but the staff have been exemplary and I feel satisfied with my progress. --WORST-- Developed a severe cough and was prescribed 2 medications that no longer exist by the Bush House health clinic, resulting in 7 separate trips to various pharmacies over nothing; not fun.
So far amazing experience
4.1
At King's I enjoy the layout of the modules from term to term, I find the lectures and seminars very engaging. However, I oftentimes feel like it lack's the campus community feeling (mainly because it is in such a busy city like London) - thus, making it more difficult to connect with peers.
I would prefer more seminar/discussion time to hone in on what eachothers opinions are
There have been many maintenance issues in my refurbished room - I also feel as if I should have opted for an un-refurbished room because the flat I currently reside in is very expensive.