What Students Say
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.
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.
Course Curriculum
Kingston's course syllabus was updated and current. Course curriculum was well designed by industry experts making sure that the content remained relevant to current market needs. We also gained a lot of practical experience through internships, real-world projects and guest lectures. We also got an opportunity to get research experience by working on various projects in this field.
Faculty
Faculty to faculty-to-student ratio of our course was on average 1:40. Faculty and staff are extremely knowledgeable, they are really friendly and are always open to interacting with you and giving you advice on whatever you wanna ask. You can reach out to them in office hours or via mail or one one-on-one meetings. Many teachers left an amazing impression on me, including Dr. John Pereira (Director/Finance), CFA Joy Saleh (Finance), and Nataliya (Entrepreneurship). Their attention and support helped me advance academically and professionally.
Campus Life
Kingston has a vibrant campus life with a diverse range of organisations, events and extracurricular activities. Everyone can find something they enjoy, whether it's sports, arts, or any cultural event. Student union is also very active, we had various networking events like freshers week, cultural festivals etc. They have excellent research facilities and a huge library, high-speed wifi around campus, and sports facilities like a gym, fitness classes etc.
Placement
Kingston University has excellent business contacts, as seen by the varied spectrum of companies who visit the school for recruitment. Companies from a variety of industries, including banking, technology, marketing, and engineering, frequently participate in university recruitment efforts. IBM, PwC, Deloitte, and Unilever are among the most well-known corporations.The job openings range from entry-level positions in business management, marketing, and finance to more specialised professions in engineering and IT.
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.
Exams
- For admission to Kingston University, the primary requirements included English language proficiency and academic qualifications. My course was a dual degree programme between NMIMS University, Mumbai and Kingston University, London. Before enrolling, the requirements included a 90/100 score in English Language in12th boards and a self-written SOP along with a final interview. - HSC- 96.7% (12th); ICSE- 94.3% (10th) Kingston University ( BBA HONS) - 3.8 /4 GPA (UG) - Requirements: Yes, I had to submit 1 SoP, my score on the 12th Board. For SoPs, show the university what makes them our first choice why this program, why you are interested in doing the programme and what is your driving force towards it. Yes, I had one interview with my college professor to check on my knowledge and its depth.
Fees
NMIMS 1st Year - Rs. 3,50,000 approximately 2nd Year- Rs. 3,50,000 approximately Kingston 3rd Year - £14,000 approximately