Kingston University London

London, United Kingdom

Kingston University London is a public university founded in 1899 and located in the Royal Borough of Kingston upon Thames in south-west London. The university serves approximately 17,000 students from 140+ countries and ranks #660 in the QS World University Rankings 2026. Kingston is recognised for its strong programmes in art and design, architecture, business, nursing, and computing, and has a particularly well-regarded Faculty of Art, Design and Architecture. The university maintains a vibrant and diverse student body, with a strong focus on employability and creative industries, benefiting from its proximity to central London while offering a more suburban campus experience.

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