Study Group Kingston University International Study Centre (London)

International Study Centre
International Study Centre students get the best start to their university journey. By studying in an immersive environment, you can improve your English language abilities all whilst gaining the academic experience you need for university. The International Study Centre provides the knowledge and skills needed for international study at Kingston University, London. Our International Study Centre programmes are provided in collaboration with Study Group .

Study Group is a private pathway provider to be accepted on to the Office for Students (OfS) Register of English higher education providers. This means we meet the OfS requirements for course quality, academic standards, student support and student protection, meaning International Study Centre students can now access the same range of benefits as students attending other UK public universities.

Kingston University
Kingston University is much more than a place of education, it will prepare you for employment and life in the future. The University offers career-focused courses and excellent teaching, which makes it the perfect place for ambitious students with big plans in the business. This is why it is proud to be ranked 2nd best university in the UK for graduate start-ups (Higher Education Statistics Agency figures, 2017).

The University is based in the beautiful riverside town of Kingston upon Thames. It is a safe, student-friendly town and just 25 minutes from the centre of London, the world capital for business, finance and culture.

International student Accommodation:
Finding the right place to live is an important part of settling in, especially as an international student. At Kingston , we offer a variety of options to suit your needs.

Accommodation Options:
At Kingston University, you can choose to:

• Apply to live in halls of residence, where you'll have your own furnished bedroom in a University-owned flat shared with other students
• Live independently in a privately rented flat or house share

Halls of residence available at Kingston University
Please see below our five halls of residence sites.

• Walkden hall (on the Kingston Hill campus)
• 75 Penrhyn Road
• Clayhill hall
• Middle Mill hall
• Seething Wells hall

Renting Privately:
You may prefer to live independently in the local area, rather than in the University's halls of residence. With a good range of properties on offer, you can easily find a flat or house that suits you.
Private accommodation offers more choice and flexibility. You can:

• Live near your campus in Kingston, Central London or elsewhere
• Choose who to share your flat or house with
• Pay your rent monthly

The University and International Study Centre offer support to help find your flatmates and look for your new home.

Other Accommodation Options

• Lodgings
• Independent Living
• Landlords

Kingston University operates from four different campuses, namely Penrhyn Road, Kingston Hill, Kingston Park, and Roehampton Vale. A free intersite bus service conveniently connects these campuses.

The university boasts four libraries with an extensive collection of over 330,000 physical books and 275,000 e-books.

Kingston University offers a wide range of options for students seeking to engage in extracurricular activities. With over 90 student societies and 40 sports clubs governed by the student union, there is something for everyone. These societies and clubs organize various events throughout the year, including Q&A sessions, nights out, activities, and dinners.

Sports enthusiasts will find plenty of facilities at the Tolworth Court sports ground, including a rugby field, football and cricket pitches, and tennis and netball courts for outdoor games. The university hosts exciting sports events like Cougar Chaos, Varsity events, and sports awards.

The Kingston Students' Union organizes two major annual events, namely the Global Festival and Society Awards, providing students with opportunities to celebrate and showcase their talents and achievements.