Kingston University offers various safe and inclusive accommodation options to international students hailing from different countries of the world. There are both catered and self catered accommodation options available to the students. Undergraduate and postgraduate Accommodation are fully separate at the Kingston University.
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Reviews
17 Reviews Found
Likes
- Cultural Diversity. You get to interact with so many people
- University Library. Its open 24 hours for the students
- Free University Bus. Mon-Fri. Saves a lot of money
Dislikes
- I wish masters was for 2 years. Would have enjoyed the student life for another year
- It doesnt have college fest or cultural fest. So it was a limited experience
- There are hardly any on-capus placements for part time. Although you can work in cafe
- To be honest, landing a full-time job in the field you have studied is difficult. I would really suggest having a backup plan of going back as well. if within 3 months you don't find a job after completion of the course, you can opt for a post-study work visa. But I would suggest saving the money and trying for job opportunities within your home country.





Likes
- The university provides a very peaceful environment in which to study, and the students and faculty are quite helpful.
Dislikes
- What I dislike is the University could have provided a more application based courses rather than focusing on theory.
Accommodation
- Didnt apply for a student accomodation
- Didnt apply for a student accomodation
Dislikes
- Lack of placement opportunities. They emphasize placement so much on their website, but only one or two students secured decent placements out of 100.
Accommodation
- Average rent in Kingston is £600 per month and take £100 on bills and £100 on groceries.
- Average rent in Kingston is £600 per month and take £100 on bills and £100 on groceries.
Likes
- Nice Environment: Nice and huge campus, and also outdoor spaces
- Multi-cultural: You will find people from all around the world, my class had people from Japan, China, Korea, India, Pakistan, the Middle East, and also some European countries.
- Library: I liked the library a lot, it has an enormous collection of Books.
Dislikes
- Not More Inclusive, College life here is not as you would expect in India.
- Less cultural, More study-focused.
- I shouldn't say I don't like this, but it is relatively difficult to get your degree on the first attempt.
Accommodation
- I had my relatives and friends here; that's how I got my accommodation sorted. My monthly average expense, including the rent, was about 550 pounds.
- It is hard to find accommodation here unless you have any friends or relatives who can refer you. Get the accommodation sorted before coming here. It will be extremely difficult and exhausting to find something. My house was about 10 miles away from the campus, as I was lucky some of my friends live in one part of the city and travel to the farther part for studies (about 30-40 miles).
- I had my relatives and friends here; that's how I got my accommodation sorted. My monthly average expense, including the rent, was about 550 pounds.
- It is hard to find accommodation here unless you have any friends or relatives who can refer you. Get the accommodation sorted before coming here. It will be extremely difficult and exhausting to find something. My house was about 10 miles away from the campus, as I was lucky some of my friends live in one part of the city and travel to the farther part for studies (about 30-40 miles).
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Likes
- The location of london, it was good for everything
- The environment & the lifestyle was very nice
- Th support from the staff was very good
Dislikes
- Due to covid we could not study in college
- There were no on campus placements
- As such no more thing as they were vey supportive
Accommodation
- Off campus you can search on many apps or just be in touch with the seniors as they help you find the house. Rightmove is the best app and website that is legit; be ready to pay money to the right agent and person, as it is important you stay legal as your address goes into the database of your insurance number.
- Off campus you can search on many apps or just be in touch with the seniors as they help you find the house. Rightmove is the best app and website that is legit; be ready to pay money to the right agent and person, as it is important you stay legal as your address goes into the database of your insurance number.




Likes
- Diversity among students.
- Events for education purposes.
- Multiple societies to help students.
Dislikes
- Management is somewhat having some issues.
- Number of holidays given in term time.
- No proper feedback from the professor regarding assignments.
Accommodation
- I got my accommodation through the website called “Rightmove”, it’s an online website where you can get flats, studios, houses, apartments and roommates as well.
- The monthly rent was £500 including the water, light, gas bills. It was a studio so we has separate Hall, kitchen and washroom. We had sofa, dining table, TV, washing machine.
- Of possible get into the student accommodation which your university provides cause it’s better in terms of quality.
- My accommodation was not that far from my university, it was 25 min walking distance
- I got my accommodation through the website called “Rightmove”, it’s an online website where you can get flats, studios, houses, apartments and roommates as well.
- The monthly rent was £500 including the water, light, gas bills. It was a studio so we has separate Hall, kitchen and washroom. We had sofa, dining table, TV, washing machine.
- Of possible get into the student accommodation which your university provides cause it’s better in terms of quality.
- My accommodation was not that far from my university, it was 25 min walking distance
Likes
- Environment, Faculty, Weatherspoon.
- Multiple campuses, Students from Different Culture.
- Library, Study Laptop, Additional Benefits like LinkedIn Learning.
Dislikes
- Placement help could be enhanced.
- Smoking zone in campus should be less.
- There should be more coffee dispenser.
Accommodation
- University helps in getting in touch with seniors who are leaving, which is the easiest form to find an accommodation. I found my accommodation the same way. I got picked up from Heathrow airport and dropped off at my accommodation, so there was no hassle for me. There are many private accommodation near uni as well.
- University helps in getting in touch with seniors who are leaving, which is the easiest form to find an accommodation. I found my accommodation the same way. I got picked up from Heathrow airport and dropped off at my accommodation, so there was no hassle for me. There are many private accommodation near uni as well.
Likes
- The international exposure
- he course module assignments are designed in a creative way rather then open book test
- The lab facilities are exclusive and well equipped
Dislikes
- Disappointed with classes sometimes as they quite boring and not engaging
- Very poor information on sports activities
- Some of the modules seems to have repeated content
Accommodation
- I found my accommodation through the University Facebook Group for freshers. I got a message of two girls who pursue the same course. We referred a private website called Spareroom to confirm a rental accommodation.
- I recommend students to be active in the facebook group to easily connect with the fellow classmates. Luckily I stay just 10 mins away my campus.
- Many students prefer to stay in Hounslow at low rent. But its far away from London (1 and half hours travel in bus)
- I found my accommodation through the University Facebook Group for freshers. I got a message of two girls who pursue the same course. We referred a private website called Spareroom to confirm a rental accommodation.
- I recommend students to be active in the facebook group to easily connect with the fellow classmates. Luckily I stay just 10 mins away my campus.
- Many students prefer to stay in Hounslow at low rent. But its far away from London (1 and half hours travel in bus)




Likes
- Student population is quite diverse
- Location being close to London helps with socializing
- Teachers have practical approach towards teaching which is quite helpful
Dislikes
- Cost of living is quite high
- As they have multiple small campuses, it feels crowded sometimes
- Some administrative issues like admission processes were frustrating
Accommodation
- I opted for student accommodation. I went through a few online platforms and Facebook. The rent was 750 pounds a month, which included all bills (electricity, water) and a gym.
- Finding accommodation fitting in my budget was quite difficult, but I eventually figured it out.
- I would suggest if a student is coming with friends, look for a flat and stay there instead of student accommodation. They are too small and very expensive.
- I lived 10 minute walking distance from the university campus
- I opted for student accommodation. I went through a few online platforms and Facebook. The rent was 750 pounds a month, which included all bills (electricity, water) and a gym.
- Finding accommodation fitting in my budget was quite difficult, but I eventually figured it out.
- I would suggest if a student is coming with friends, look for a flat and stay there instead of student accommodation. They are too small and very expensive.
- I lived 10 minute walking distance from the university campus



Likes
- Kingston has a strong academic reputation, particularly in the fields of business, engineering, and the arts.
- They also have a supportive learning environment in terms of career services, academic advice, etc.
- Classes are quite diverse, giving an improved learning experience.
Dislikes
- Kingston's university's global ranking is quite low, and living here is quite expensive. Also, if you stay outside, commuting is time-consuming and expensive too.
Accommodation
I had taken up Aparto, a private student accommodation. It has quite a few options ranging from Individual Studios. Twin Ensuite, Ensuite with different price ranges.
I opted for Kingston University because of its strong commercial reputation, particularly in the Faculty of Commercial and Social Sciences. My career goals were accurately reflected in the program curriculum since it merged academic knowledge with practical experience focusing on employability aspects. The university’s strong industry connection was another critical factor as it provided invaluable opportunities for internships and networking which were necessary for my professional growth.
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