Undergraduate
Partial tuition reduction
King's College London
London, United Kingdom
"A central London research university with five Thames-side campuses"
At a Glance
Accept Rate
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Avg Salary/Yr
—
Ranking
#37 (QS)
PSW VISA
2 years (Graduate Route)
About King's College London
King's College London was founded in 1829 and is a founding member of the University of London. It teaches across five London campuses, with four of them in the heart of the city beside the River Thames. King's is known for health, law, humanities, politics and science, and works closely with NHS hospitals. It was voted the 11th most international university in the world in THE 2026. It is ranked 37th in the world and 6th in the UK in QS 2027.
Rankings & Recognition
#37
Ranked #37 in the QS World University Rankings 2027 (#40 in QS 2026) and 6th in the UK. In QS subject rankings 2026 it is 2nd in the world for Nursing and 11th for Medicine and Politics.
Accreditations & Memberships
Russell Group
Founding member of University of London
11th most international (THE 2026)
QS 2026 Performance Breakdown
Score out of 100 across each QS evaluation pillar, with King's College London's global standing for that metric.
Academic Reputation
96.30#44
Employer Reputation
92.80#65
Faculty Student Ratio
69.60#74
Citations per Faculty
59.90#202
International Faculty Ratio
99.60#215
International Student Ratio
99.10#99
International Student Diversity
99.00#70
International Research Network
97.70#98
Employment Outcomes
72.50#19
Sustainability
96.90#61
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Key Facts
1829
Founded
33,000+ (approx.)
Total Students
48% (approx.)
International Students
150+ (approx.)
Nationalities
#37
QS World Rank 2027
Popular Programs
Law
Nursing
Medicine
Politics and International Relations
Data Science
Banking and Finance
War Studies
Application Details
Application Route
UCAS (UG) / King's Apply (PG)
IELTS (typical)
6.5 overall (approx.)
PTE / TOEFL (typical)
62 / 92 (approx.)
UG Deadline
13 Jan 2027 (Medicine 15 Oct)
Intakes
September, January
UG Fee (UCAS)
GBP 28.95 (approx.)
Standardized Test Requirements
| Test | Minimum Score |
|---|---|
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IELTS Academic (typical)
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6.5 overall (approx.) |
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PTE Academic (typical)
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62 overall (approx.) |
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TOEFL iBT (typical)
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92 overall (approx.) |
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IELTS Academic (Executive MBA)
|
7.0 overall (approx.) |
Study Abroad & Visa Details
Visa Approval Rate
N/A
I-20 Processing
Student visa (CAS)
Post-Study Work
2 years (Graduate Route)
Green Card Pathway
N/A
Financials
Application Fee
N/A
Avg Scholarship
Partial fee reduction
Career Outcomes
1st in UK (CUG 2027)
Health Studies
16th in world (QS 2027)
Sustainability
Where Graduates Land
Faculty & Alumni
Academic Staff — N/A
International Staff — N/A
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Notable Alumni
Desmond Tutu (Archbishop and Nobel laureate)
Peter Higgs (physicist and Nobel laureate)
Arthur C. Clarke (author)
Campus & Location
King's has five London campuses: Strand, Guy's, St Thomas', Waterloo and Denmark Hill. Four are in central London beside the River Thames.
Campus Details
Strand
campus
Guys
campus
Waterloo
campus
Denmark
Hill campus
St
Thomas campus
48%
international students approx.
Campus Forecast
Mild oceanic climate
Rain through the year
Cool winters
Warm summers
Student Life & Housing
Housing
Intercollegiate halls
King's halls of residence
Private student flats
Dining
Campus cafes
Student union food
Central London restaurants
Health & Wellness
Student health and wellbeing services
Counselling service
NHS access with health surcharge
Activities & Clubs
Student clubs and societies
Sports teams
Student union events
Museums and theatres nearby
Diversity & Demographics
Total Students
33,000+ (approx.)
International Students
48% (approx.)
Nationalities
150+ (approx.)
Cost Deep-Dive
PhD International Relations
GBP 30,000 / year
UG range (approx.)
GBP 27,100 - 40,450
PG range (approx.)
GBP 38,300 - 45,100
MSc Data Science
GBP 40,450 / year
MSc Neuroscience
GBP 42,800 / year
UG Home Fee
GBP 9,790 / year
Intakes & Deadlines
King's admits international students in September and January for most courses. Undergraduate applications go through UCAS: 15 Oct 2026 for Medicine and Dentistry and 13 Jan 2027 for other courses. Postgraduate applications go through King's Apply.
Scholarships at King's College London
3 scholarships available
Postgraduate
Funded study in the UK
Chevening Scholarship
Postgraduate
King's Community Scholarships
Fee reduction for strong applicants
These are general eligibility guidelines. Always confirm exact requirements with the university's admissions office or your Sukhada counsellor.
Academic Requirements
Undergraduate
A-levels or equivalent Class 12 results with top grades in required subjects. IELTS about 6.5 overall; some courses ask for more.
Postgraduate
At least a 2:1 or equivalent bachelor's degree in a related subject. IELTS about 6.5 overall; Business School courses may need 7.0.
English Proficiency
IELTS Academic (typical)
6.5 overall (approx.)PTE Academic (typical)
62 overall (approx.)TOEFL iBT (typical)
92 overall (approx.)IELTS Academic (Executive MBA)
7.0 overall (approx.)Required Documents
Passport copy
Academic transcripts
Degree or school certificates
English test result (IELTS / TOEFL)
Personal statement
Academic reference
CV (postgraduate)
Proof of funds (for visa)
TB test certificate (India)
Application Process
1
Choose course
Check the course page and entry rules on the King's study pages.
2
Apply
Apply through UCAS for undergraduate or online for postgraduate.
3
Upload documents
Send transcripts, English test result, personal statement and references.
4
Offer & deposit
Accept your offer and pay the tuition deposit if one is asked.
5
CAS & visa
Receive your CAS and apply for the UK Student visa (TB test if required).
6
Arrive & enrol
Complete enrolment on campus and check your eVisa.
Campus & Location
King's has five London campuses: Strand, Guy's, St Thomas', Waterloo and Denmark Hill. Four are in central London beside the River Thames.
Bachelor's
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Bachelor's
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Bachelor's
Nursing BSc
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Bachelor's
Computer Science BSc
Master's
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Master's
MSc Data Science
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Master's
MSc Banking and Finance
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Master's
MSc Neuroscience
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