University

King’s College London

London, England 🇬🇧 United Kingdom

  • THE 2026 #38

Overview

King's College London is a university in London, England, in the United Kingdom. It appears in the Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2026 at #38.

According to the data published with the THE 2026 rankings, it has around 34,410 students, about 52% of them from outside the UK, and a student-to-staff ratio of 12.6.

Course lists, entry requirements and fees change from year to year, so confirm the details on the official university website.

University Rankings

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Admission Requirements

Most full-time undergraduate applications to UK universities are made through UCAS, while postgraduate applications usually go directly to the university. Entry requirements, deadlines and application steps vary by course, so check the official admissions pages before applying.

Requirements can vary by course. Always check the requirements for your programme on the official university website.

Student Visa

General guidance for studying in the United Kingdom:

Studying in the United Kingdom usually involves an immigration step as well as an admission step, and the two often depend on each other. Irish citizens do not need a visa to study in the UK.

Requirements can differ by nationality, programme and length of stay. Depending on the rules, you may be asked for:

  • an offer or confirmation of enrolment from a recognised institution
  • a valid passport and passport photos
  • evidence that you can cover tuition and living costs
  • health insurance and, in some cases, medical checks
  • proof of language ability or previous qualifications

Visa rules and fees change, so always check the current requirements with official government sources before you apply. Official information: UK Visas and Immigration (GOV.UK) (official government website).

Visa rules change. Always check the current requirements on the official government immigration website.

Documents Required for Admission

  • Academic transcripts
  • Degree or school-leaving certificate
  • Passport
  • English-language test result
  • Personal statement or statement of purpose
  • Letters of recommendation
  • CV / résumé (often for postgraduate and MBA)
  • Portfolio (for creative courses)
  • Financial documents (where required)

Document requirements can vary by course and study level. Always check the official university requirements for your programme.

International Students

International students make up about 52% of the student body, according to the data published with the THE World University Rankings 2026.

Before applying, check the university’s international pages for entry and English language requirements, visa guidance, accommodation and arrival support.

University Information & Contact

Official website
kcl.ac.uk (opens in a new tab)

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