Kingston University vs University of Westminster

There are three libraries located at different places. The Library and Learning Services at Kingston University supports our students and staff in pursuing their learning, teaching and research ambitions. Library provides access to study spaces, internet, 330,000 books, 275,000 e-books, wide range of databases, 78,000 journals, DVDs etc. 

The university Library Guides website provides detailed information and links to helpful books, journals, websites and other resources specific to your course or subject. The university has three libraries at Cavendish campus, Harrow campus and Marylebone campus. 

London is one of the most exciting cities in the world. With more than 100,000 international students studying in the city and a dynamic culture and history, this is a great place to experience student life. Kingston is one of the safest and most scenic boroughs in London while also being just 30 minutes from the heart of the city. You'll get a peaceful base to study while also having lot of fun exploring central London. With famous theaters, world class museums/galleries and iconic land marks there's plenty to do. When you're ready to take a break from your studies, Kingston provides a huge variety of restaurants and shops locally as well as lovely green spaces where you can relax, such as Regent's Park and Hyde Park. Plus, it's easy to venture to new areas of London via train or bus. London is a center for business, science and creativity - so no matter your subject area or career path their will be great networking and work opportunities to try.

• From business and finance to fashion, art, music, cinema and sport, London is where things tend to happen first.
• Studying at Westminster means that your classroom goes well beyond the walls of the university and everything that London has to offer is on your doorstep.
• London really will be your campus, and is also an ideal place from which to explore the rest of the UK and Europe.
• On average students can spend around £475 per week on rent and living costs in London.
• This might be more than you expected. A third of all the UK’s archives are housed in London, including the National Archives, which date back to the 11th century.
• Among the city’s 380 public libraries is the British Library, within walking distance of our central London campuses, and home to the Magna Carta, one of the most famous documents in the world.
• With over 200 professional theatres, you could visit a different show every weekend. London can be an excellent springboard for your future career.
• It's the financial and creative capital of the world, and home to 75% of Fortune 500 companies and thousands of other businesses and organisations across almost every professional sector imaginable.