Dedicated support at Kingston University for International students

While studying at the Kingston University London - International Study Centre (ISC), you will have automatic access to a full range of student counselling and support services. The team at the ISC are there to help with any personal, financial or academic difficulties you might have. They will help you settle in quickly during your first few days and will be available throughout your studies.

When you move into your degree studies, your support continues. Kingston University has a strong support network which aims to help all students to make the most of their time at the University.

International student advisory service

The central administrative officer with special responsibility for providing guidance, advice and support to international students and organising events and social trips is located in the Student Support Office.

Careers and Employability Service

You can use the Careers and Employability Service for practical career support, careers workshops and expert advice, from your first year at Kingston until three years after graduation. Kingston’s Careers and Employability Service can help with CV and interview techniques and has internet resources to help international students look for employment opportunities in their own countries.

“The university has a track record for turning our employable graduates and entrepreneurs, with more than 100 start-ups created each year. The Enterprise Society is one of the most popular clubs, with 1,000 members.” – The Sunday Times 2010

Counselling service

The Health & Counselling Service offers a confidential, professional service to any member of the University who might need help or support with any personal, social, family or academic problems. All of our counsellors have relevant professional qualifications and considerable counselling experience.

Disabilities service

Kingston University welcomes applications from students with disabilities. The Disabilities and Dyslexia Support Service provides support for students with disabilities, dyslexia and other support needs throughout their student life at Kingston. We provide advice to students and departments on support resources available, such as personal care assistance, adapted accommodation, student funding applications, assessment and support for dyslexia and technical needs, adapted examination arrangements and assistance at graduation ceremonies.

Health services

All students of the University should register with a local general medical practice. The Fairhill Medical Practice provides NHS services for students who register. A full range of services is provided via the Practice and referral to specialist consultants is available for serious cases. The Medical Practice includes male and female doctors.

Facilities for religious worship

The Chaplaincy offers confidential pastoral support to all students and staff, whatever their religious convictions. It’s free, independent and confidential. You do not need to have a religious faith in order to make use of the Chaplaincy.