Kings

Overview

Kings has four Colleges in the UK in London, Oxford, Brighton and Bournemouth and all offer English language courses and university preparation in safe, friendly and welcoming environments. The teaching is in small classes with substantial amounts of tutor time and learning is intensive and supported by strong pastoral care. The focus is on finding the best study plan and pathway for each student and helping each student achieve the best possible success.

- Undergraduate Preparation

Kings offers A-level and GCSE national qualifications, as well as an extremely rigorous Foundation, the Advanced Level Foundation. Specialist programmes such as the Art and Design Foundation, the International Business Foundation, the Science and Engineering Foundation and the Law Foundation are also available. All students gain entry to a UK university, while many receive multiple offers and progress on to a top 30 ranked university.

- Art and Design Foundation

Kings offers students the Art and Design Foundation course across all four colleges in London, Brighton, Oxford and London. Each college provides specialist resources and facilities to maximise creativity.

The programme combines a flexible art curriculum with core skills development and language support to those who may need it. All Art and Design Foundation students can progress to some of the UK's best art institutions, including Kingston University and UWE Bristol.

- English Language

A number of different English language options can either be studied solely, or alongside your preparation programme. They include IELTS preparation, Cambridge English First and Advanced.

Go to a top UK university with Kings

Kings provide specialist degree pathways in the following subjects that guarantee entry to that institution upon completion.

• Medicine
• Engineering
• Law
• Oxbridge 
• Business
• Art & Design 

University of Bristol Pathway

Kings is officially partnered with the University of Bristol to offer a unique and guaranteed pathway to this world-class university.

University Success

• 100% - All Top 30 universities accept Kings students
• 86% - A-level students with offers from Top 20 universities
• 87% - A-level and Foundation students with offers from Top 30 universities

Accommodation

Homestays

Kings homestays are all very carefully selected and regularly inspected by experienced Accommodation Officers. All schools have strong, long-term relationships with many local hosts including working families, couples, single people and retired people and all hosts offer a warm welcome and comfortable accommodation. Included in the price:

• Single rooms year-round. Twins are available during the summer period
• Fully furnished room
• Bed linen provided
• Internet usage
• One laundry wash per week
• Breakfast and dinner (pre-paid lunch also available Monday–Friday, supplement applies)

Location

Kings London

The Kings London campus is in Beckenham, a 20-minute train ride from central London. Students in Beckenham can enjoy a relaxed atmosphere in one of the capital’s safest and nicest suburbs and accommodation is offered in homestays, student housing, or summer residence in Crystal Palace. Student housing offers on-site laundry, weekly cleaning service, a garden and free wireless internet.

Kings Oxford

Kings Oxford has two campuses in the city, at central St. Michaels and St. Josephs. A residence located in the centre of Oxford’s student quarter provides excellent accommodation, featuring on-site kitchen and laundry facilities, plus a live-in warden. The residence is a 15-minute walk from both St. Michaels and St. Josephs campuses, and homestay and student housing options are also available.

Oxford is one of the most historical and famous cities in the UK, with the world famous University of Oxford the centre of attention for many students who visit.

Kings Bournemouth

Kings Bournemouth has two campuses, Braidley Road and St.Peters Quarter. Students benefit from five year-round residences, the newest one on-campus at St. Peters in the heart of town. Homestays are also available.

The beautiful south coast town is ideal for international students looking to experience learning in the UK while taking advantage of beautiful scenery and one of the UK’s best beaches.

Kings Brighton

Kings Brighton is located in the vibrant London Road area just a few minutes' walk from the main train station and the central North Laine shopping area. This popular northern quarter of the city has benefited from extensive recent investment, making it one of the city's most up and coming districts.