King's College London offers accommodation to international students in both UG and PG levels of study. The residences come with state-of-the-art facilities like Wi-Fi, kitchen appliances, CCTV and more. Indian students would require approximately GBP 1,000 (1,05,972.00 INR) per month to maintain their living expenses in UK. There are 2 types of King's college accommodations:
- Residential Halls
- Intercollegiate Halls
Indian students applying for King’s College London accommodations must remember these points:
- You must pay King's College London accommodation fees in INR by Visa, MasterCard, or bank transfer.
- Use only the “Global Pay for Students” platforms for paying to the college. Never pay the accommodation fees or any charges through email or any social media handle.
The residential halls are closely located near the university campus of KCL, and available to all types of students. The intercollegiate halls are especially there for undergraduate students. KCL undergraduate accommodations are allocated for 40 to 48 weeks. Postgraduate accommodations at KCL are allocated for 51 weeks. The areas where you can also get student accommodations near King's College London are as follows:
- Strand Square,
- Trafalgar Square,
- Birbeck,
- SOAS,
- British Museum.
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King's College London Residences
King’s College London accommodation has a range of residences with modern amenities for both undergraduate and postgraduate students. You can expect all facilities like Wi-Fi, laundry room, common room, study areas, kitchen appliances, fridge, 24/7 assistance, CCTV and more. Given below are King's College London best accommodation options to study in UK:
| Residential Hall | Location | Capacity (Number of Rooms) | Types of Rooms | Minimum Rent Per Week (in GBP) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Angel Lane | 2 Angel Lane, London E15 1FF | 759 |
Ensuite/Studio |
268 (INR 28,400.50) |
| Atlas | 52 South Lambeth Road, Vauxhall, London, SW8 1DN | 578 |
Ensuite/ Non-Ensuite/ Large Ensuite/ Small Studio/ Large Studio/ Standard Studio |
304 (INR 32,215.49) |
| Battersea | 125 Battersea Park Road, Nine Elms, London, SW8 4DS | 452 |
½ Twin / Ensuite/ Non-Ensuite/ Shared Ensuite |
370 (INR 39,209.64) |
| Canada Water | 1-7 Mulberry Walk, Canada Water, London, SE16 6BL | 399 |
Ensuite/ Large Ensuite |
304 (INR 32,215.49) |
| City, Vine Street (Postgraduate Only) | Vine Street, London EC3N 2PX | 497 |
½ Twin/ Ensuite/ Non Ensuite/ Standard Studio/ Medium Studio/ Large Studio |
275 (INR 29,142.30) |
| Great Dover Street | 165 Great Dover St, London SE1 4XA | 769 |
Ensuite/ Large Ensuite |
226 (INR 23,949.67) |
| Hayloft Point | 4–6 & 16–22 Middlesex Street, London, E1 7JH | 570 |
Ensuite |
331 (INR 35,076.73) |
| Julian Markham | 114 Walworth Rd, Southwark, London SE17 1JL | 234 |
Ensuite/ Studio |
325 (INR 34,440.90) |
| Moonraker Point | 1 Pocock Street, London, SE1 0FN | 200 |
Ensuite/ Large Ensuite |
365 (INR 38,679.78) |
| Orchard Lisle and Iris Brook | Talbot Yard, London SE1 1XT | 287 |
Non-Ensuite/ Studio |
243 (INR 25,751.20) |

King's College London Accommodation Application Process
London King's College accommodation requires a step-by-step application process. International students must follow the below-given steps to avail of student accommodation in UK:
- Step 1: Register Your Interest
- Step 2: Receive an Invitation
- Step 3: Book Your Room
- Step 4: Sign Your Contract and Make a Pre-Payment
Note: After signing your contract, you will be asked to make a rent pre-payment of 450 GBP (47,687.40 INR). This pre-payment will be offset against the first instalment of rent due in October 2024.
King's College London Accommodation: Intercollegiate Halls
King's College London is one of the best universities in London UK. Students can choose to live in intercollegiate halls along with students from other colleges within the University of London. Catered rooms at intercollegiate halls are available only for undergraduate students. Some intercollegiate Halls of catered accommodation offer single study, en-suite, studios and couple rooms. King's College London accommodation costs along with room type are given below:
| University of London residence | Room Type | Rent Per Week (in GBP) |
|---|---|---|
| Garden Halls | Single ensuite | 293.23 to 384.58 (30968.20 – 40,754.71 INR) |
| College Hall | Single ensuite | 346.08 (36,674.79 INR) |
| Connaught Hall | Single ensuite/ Single shared bathroom | 284.48 (30,146.91 INR) |
| International Hall | Single shared bathroom | 276.78 (29,330.93 INR) |

It is recommended to stay on campus for Indian students. The cost of living in London, UK is quite high, and it becomes quite difficult to manage the expenses. King’s College London accommodation facilities also include a Wi-Fi connection, common room, laundry room, gym, study areas, vending machines, 24 × 7 reception, disabled access and much more. The residence life of King’s College London allows students to participate in a variety of social activity programs. Students can work out, play, rejuvenate, dance, or nourish their areas of interest in the living-learning community.
FAQs
Ques. Where should I live if I go to King's College London?
Ans. King’s College London students can either live in residential halls or intercollegiate halls. The intercollegiate halls come with the added advantage of living with students from all colleges across University of London. The weekly cost of living on campus starts from 178 GBP (18,964 INR).
Ques. Does KCL guarantee accommodation?
Ans. Yes, at KCL the accommodation guarantee applies to students whose firm choice is full-time programs in KCL for the 2024-25 academic year. The UG guarantee is valid until you hold an Active Registration and complete all the steps of the booking process.
Ques. Is KCL accommodation first come first served?
Ans. Residences under King’s Affordable Accommodation Scheme (KAAS) are available on a first-come-first-serve basis until all available spaces are booked. Unsuccessful students will get the chance to reconsider their request. The eligible students will be exempt from paying any rent pre-payment.
Ques. How much is the deposit for KCL accommodation?
Ans. The pre-payment deposit for King’s College London accommodations is 450 GBP. For Indians, this cost is currently equivalent to 48,000 INR.
Ques. Where do most KCL students live?
Ans. KCL students mostly live on campus or in shared apartments off campus. Some popular on-campus residences (intercollegiate halls) and their respective weekly rent are as follows:
- Garden Halls: 293.23 to 384.58 GBP
- College Hall: 346.08 GBP
- Connaught Hall: 284.48 GBP
- International Hall: 276.78 GBP
Ques. How expensive is King's College London accommodation?
Ans. The cost of living on campus at the KCL residence halls varies between 200 and 400 GBP (21,250 to 42,703 GBP) per week. Some popular residence halls and their respective minimum weekly rent are as follows:
- Angel Lane: 268 GBP (28,600 INR)
- Atlas: 304 GBP (32,450 INR)
- Battersea: 370 GBP (39,495 INR)
- Canada Water: 304 GBP (32,450 INR)
- City, Vine Street: 275 GBP (29,350 INR)
Reviews
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26 Reviews Found
Likes
- The vast variety of activities, societies and clubs to join in and expand your network. Most of them are free to join or have a very minimal fee for joining.
- The faculty and the professors are kind and cooperative. They are really knowledgeable, and I have received an immense amount of support from them.
- King's has one of the best libraries for all students. The library's collection is also amazing!
Dislikes
- Sometimes the common places and study spaces are entirely full, and they can have a better management to manage the spaces so that everyone is accommodated.
- Few buildings in strand campus are extremely confusing and I found it hard to navigate through those sometimes.
- The timetables setup sometimes is poorly managed, sometimes I have no gaps between 4-5 classes and it's back to back or I'll have 4-5 hours of free time between two lectures.
Accommodation
- My accommodation was a private one, I found it online through different websites like university living, amber students. Monthly rent was 1300 approx. All facilities in my accommodation were included: laundry, study room, common room, bike storage etc. My accommodation was 25 mins by tube, and 35 mins by bus. The student groups were quite diverse.
- My main challenge while finding the accommodation was the availability since I got my conditional offer also quite late.
- I would recommend book accommodations quite early and as soon as possible, and try to go for King's College accommodation for more networking.
- Hostel And PG Cost: 15,600/ year
- My accommodation was a private one, I found it online through different websites like university living, amber students. Monthly rent was 1300 approx. All facilities in my accommodation were included: laundry, study room, common room, bike storage etc. My accommodation was 25 mins by tube, and 35 mins by bus. The student groups were quite diverse.
- My main challenge while finding the accommodation was the availability since I got my conditional offer also quite late.
- I would recommend book accommodations quite early and as soon as possible, and try to go for King's College accommodation for more networking.
- Hostel And PG Cost: 15,600/ year







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Likes
- Location is a prime one in London, at the very heart of the city
- Teaching Style is good and involves a mix of presentations and interactive sessions
- Events are the highlight with something for everyone to learn and have fun
Dislikes
- At times even presentation style of teaching can become boring
- Some subjects were not very interesting
- Eventually could get the best help to land a job there
Accommodation
- I used rental websites like spareroom and zoopla but eventually found an accommodation through an agent from University living.
- My monthly rent was around 600 pounds and included bills. They had kitchen areas, common halls wherein could watch TV, play at the pool table or simply hangout.
- The main part of finding an accommodation is the area it is situated in because not knowing much about the city before moving there can be painful and scary to understand the area dynamics.
- I used rental websites like spareroom and zoopla but eventually found an accommodation through an agent from University living.
- My monthly rent was around 600 pounds and included bills. They had kitchen areas, common halls wherein could watch TV, play at the pool table or simply hangout.
- The main part of finding an accommodation is the area it is situated in because not knowing much about the city before moving there can be painful and scary to understand the area dynamics.






Likes
- Diversity in the cohort- The class was a combination of people from different places from all around the globe.
- Support from staff- Staff was always there to guide and support wherever required.
- Part-time work opportunities- There were plenty of on-campus and work from very flexible home opportunities.
Dislikes
- My campus (Denmark Hill)- This campus is for the Institute of Psychiatry and Psychology and is far from the main campus, which makes it a little less happening compared to other campuses.
- Lack of practical exposure to real-life industry- My course lacked practical aspects and applicability of theoretical knowledge in the real world.
Accommodation
- My accommodation was at King's College London. So, I got to know about it from the college's website. My room was a large ensuite and the rent for which was 1360 pounds per month including all the facilities like electricity and wifi. The kitchen was shared between six people.
- I will recommend students to apply as early as possible and check the location before selecting any accommodation. To get into cheap accommodations do consider how far it is from your campus as transportation is costly and may also take time.
- My accommodation was 30 minutes away from the campus but it was the nearest accommodation of King's College so it was most convenient for me.
- My accommodation was at King's College London. So, I got to know about it from the college's website. My room was a large ensuite and the rent for which was 1360 pounds per month including all the facilities like electricity and wifi. The kitchen was shared between six people.
- I will recommend students to apply as early as possible and check the location before selecting any accommodation. To get into cheap accommodations do consider how far it is from your campus as transportation is costly and may also take time.
- My accommodation was 30 minutes away from the campus but it was the nearest accommodation of King's College so it was most convenient for me.











Likes
- Course Structure for one year degrees
- Societies, clubs and their scope of exposure
- Architecture of the university
Dislikes
- Long distances between different campuses
- Low on study spaces inside Strand campus
- Some teachers are very good researchers but not very good as "teachers"
Accommodation
- Accommodations can be found on the internet directly; try to find alumni on LinkedIn, etc., and talk to them about potential sites or groups where you can find accommodations. You can use these sites: University Living, GradPad, and Amber Student.
- Challenges are that cheap accommodations get booked way before college starts; be early with the process (about 3-4 months before starting). Best Recommendation near Strand Campus: Northumberland House.
- Accommodations can be found on the internet directly; try to find alumni on LinkedIn, etc., and talk to them about potential sites or groups where you can find accommodations. You can use these sites: University Living, GradPad, and Amber Student.
- Challenges are that cheap accommodations get booked way before college starts; be early with the process (about 3-4 months before starting). Best Recommendation near Strand Campus: Northumberland House.








Likes
- Student support teams, infrastructure, study spaces, library, academic resources
Dislikes
- Graduation ceremony fee (should be included in tuition fee)
- Limited one-to-one time with academics
- Departments often in silos (lack of collaborative approach at times between departments)
Accommodation
I stayed at Northumberland House in a twin sharing room and I had to pay 215 GBP per week. A lot of my friends also opted for King's residences, which is a bit more expensive but has a bit more modern facilities.
Admission Experience
- I chose UK to pursue public policy due to its similarity with Indian parliamentary system. I particularly opted for King's due to high academic ranking as well as the optional Internship module offered under the degree. London is a great city to explore - both academic and non-academic experiences.
- My overall experience at King's has been great, I'm grateful for the academic and professional opportunities as well as extracurricular activities. The student life has been exciting. However, I expected a more practical approach with my degree (MA Public Policy) and was a bit disappointed to see the core modules be more theoretical.
Likes
- Infrastructure, College Bar (You’ll network with a vibrant mix of people there), Social Events, Kings Ball, Faculty, Staff
Dislikes
- Course (As it was just theoretical)
Accommodation
I stayed in a student accommodation named Scape Shoreditch, paying approximately £1,200 per month for a small studio. Honestly, considering central London, this price is pretty decent. However, what I realized while living there is that if you rent an apartment and share it with friends, it will be more spacious and much cheaper.
King's College London was always my dream college. At first, my application was rejected, but then all of a sudden I got a mail saying I was acknowledged. I always wanted to go to King's because of variety of courses available there and as I wanted to get into marketing, I decided to pursue International Marketing but what came to my disappointment was that the Course Fee was too high and the course structure was designed in away that there was no practical experience included in the course. However, it was genuinely the best experience of my life. I made new friends, learned so many new things and got an experience of living independently.
Likes
- The program structure - 6 months of teaching followed by 3 months of dissertation.
- The course was quite practical in terms of the knowledge imparted and the skills developed.
- The faculty in the 2nd trimester was industry professionals who shared industry insights.
Dislikes
- The dissertation support was minimal and it wasn't conducted in an ideal manner.
- The cohort was mostly people with 0-1 years of work experience and not as diverse as I was expecting.
Accommodation
I lived in an ensuite room in student accommodation - my cost was about £1200 per month in Zone 2 London. This accommodation was 25 minutes away from my university and highly recommended to stay within 40 minutes of the campus. The kitchen was shared by 8 people. A cheaper option would be staying on the outskirts of London in a shared apartment, where the rentals could be brought down to £600 per month easily.
I chose this college because of the reputation and rankings of the university and its location being London. My overall experience was good, with a few pros and cons as mentioned above.
Likes
- I like the Campus.
Dislikes
- I dislike the Assessment Methods (More exams than practical application)
Accommodation
I was in a student accommodation with a sharing washroom, right next to Tower of London. It costed me around 1100pounds/month.
My main motivation for choosing this college was that they provided a unique list of modules that were not available in other top-ranking colleges.
Likes
- King's College London is an esteemed college, has a good world ranking, and is quite well known so that is beneficial.
- Academically, the structure of the syllabus is very clear. You will always have an idea at the very beginning of the course, about when you submit each assignment and where the exams will be held.
- You are well informed about the career options after the course. Opportunities to network with people in different fields.
Dislikes
- There is no placement as such. You can find career fairs happening on campus and career mentors. However, there is no placement cell.
- The lab experience for everyone will be different. Which can be considered good or bad. However, for a dissertation, you can rank the projects you want to work on, and if you end up getting a lower rank of your preference, then you might not get the kind of research experience you want. You can always opt to reach out individually to researchers in that case.
Accommodation
I live with a family in London, so I do not have idea about college accommodation prices. However, renting costs per month can be around 50,000-1,00,000 INR. You can always look for apartments to share with three four people, which would be feasible compared to renting one room. Sharing a flat of 3-4 rooms would mean, per person 50,000-70,000 INR per month.
I chose this college as I really loved their website specifically for Neuroscience. Exposure to using fMRI, and brain histology really motivated me to apply for an MSc in Neuroscience at KCL. This course allowed me to choose a speciality out of neuroimaging, neurodegeneration, cognitive neuroscience and neural stem cells - all topic very much in demand in neuroscience research. Out of three offers that I got, KCL was the best university ranking wise, exposure wise, location wise. My overall experience was definitely very good especially because of the support by teachers, who were always very helpful and kind.
Likes
- Stellar Academics, Good Extracurricular activities, Inclusive campus and welcoming students, Proximity to the best locations (Corporate Offices help with open days), Stellar Faculty , Emphasis on Applied Learning
Dislikes
- Major emphasis on self-studying (less hand-held support), Assessment arrangements can sometimes be "not ideal", Cost of Living
Accommodation
London is expensive and so is the accommodation but accommodations are great On average expect somewhere between 1-1.5 lacs for rent every month.
I chose my course, particularly King's because I did not know what I wanted to do at the time of applying but I had a rough idea that it would be something related to economics and the field of finance which is why I chose economics and management which has a good mix of both quantitative and qualitative learning.





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