King's College London

King’s College London. London, England.

Students: 27,629 students.

Founded: 1829.

Famous For: Photo 51 & the discovery of DNA's structure.

Famous Alumnus: Virginia Woolf.

One of the top 10 UK universities in the world and the fourth oldest university in England, King’s College London has a long history of providing world-class teaching and cutting-edge research. Today, they continue to focus on world-leading education, research and service in a more interconnected and complex world.

Their Strategic Vision, launched in January 2017 will take them to their 200th anniversary in 2029 and builds upon their history of making a full contribution to society. They continue to expand the huge contribution King’s College makes to London, the corresponding national contribution made within the UK, and beyond that to an international community that serves the world.

Key University Statistics;

  • One of the top 10 UK universities in the world (QS World University Rankings, 2020).

  • The fourth oldest university in England.

  • Research-led and based in the heart of London.

  • Eighty-four percent of research at King’s was deemed ‘world-leading’ or ‘internationally excellent’ (3* and 4*).

  • The university is in the top seven UK universities for research earnings and has an overall annual income of just over £778 million.

  • King’s has influenced many of the advances that shape modern life, such as:

    • The discovery of the structure of DNA.

    • Research that led to the development of radio, television, mobile phones and radar.

    • Medicine and healthcare, including antiseptic surgery and palliative care. It is the largest centre for the education of healthcare professionals in Europe.

King’s College London’s boast as the most central university in London is well-founded with four Thames-side campuses within a single square mile. All have excellent travel links and are easily accessible through the use of public transport. Access to London airports is also simple to arrange for students traveling to King’s from around the world. The motto of King’s College London is 'sancte et sapienter' which can be translated as 'with holiness and with wisdom‘.

Learn more about King’s College London by visiting their website here.

Oscar HardyUniversity, A Level, Personal Statement, Interviews, Entrance Exams