Live pre-applicant and applicant webinars
To accompany the reintroduction of on-campus face-to-face events, we've designed plenty of exciting online events to prepare you for life at Kingston. During these webinars we'll deliver presentations on a variety of topics and have friendly and helpful staff members, as well as current students, on hand to answer any questions you may have.
Pre-applicant webinars
Our pre-applicant webinars are intended for students interested in applying to study with us and usually take place between November and January. These events give you the perfect opportunity to find out all you need to know before you apply.
Upcoming live pre-applicant webinars
Choosing the right university course for you
When: Wednesday 11 December at 3pm (UK time)
Choosing the right university and course for you is one of the biggest decisions you'll ever make, but it does not have to be a complicated one but with over 50,000 courses to choose from in the UK, finding the right one can feel overwhelming. This webinar will help you navigate your choices and the UCAS application process with confidence.
For: Undergraduate pre-applicant UK and international students for 2025 entry.
Student finance, budgeting and scholarships
When: Wednesday 26 March 2025 at 3pm (UK time)
Join us for a whirlwind tour on all thing's student finance at our upcoming webinar. We'll go over everything from eligibility criteria, the application process to how to pay it back. We'll also cover information on scholarships and bursaries, so you won't want to miss out on joining us. Come along to get your finances in order for uni in 2025.
For: Undergraduate UK and international pre-applicants and offer holders for 2025 entry
Discover postgraduate study at Kingston
When: Wednesday 10 April 2025 at 3pm (UK time)
Do you have ambition to advance or even change your career? Are you passionate to learn more about a subject you love? Whatever your reason for wanting to study further we'll provide you with some practical advice and guidance in choosing and applying for postgraduate study.
For: Postgraduate pre-applicant UK and international students for 2025 entry
Missed a pre-applicant webinar? Watch the recording
Write a personal statement that stands out
When: This event was held on Wednesday 30 October 2024 at 3pm (UK time)
If you haven't made a start on writing your UCAS personal statement yet, or need some guidance, this webinar is for you. We'll talk you through how to structure the statement, give you top tips on what universities are looking for as well as dos and don'ts. By the end of this webinar, you'll be equipped to make your UCAS personal statement stand out from the 2025 crowd.
For: Undergraduate pre-applicant UK and international students for 2025 entry.
Discover Psychology at Kingston
When: This event was held on Wednesday 13 November 2024 at 4.30pm (UK time)
Join Kingston's panel of academics for an informational deep dive into Psychology BSc.
Take the first step to becoming a chartered psychologist with a British Psychological Society (BPS) accredited course at Kingston. You'll have access to purpose-built research laboratories and dedicated teaching space. You'll be able to tailor your studies to suit your interests and receive personal tutor support from a psychology lecturer.
For: Undergraduate pre-applicant UK and international students for 2025 entry.
Everything you need to know about Uni
When: This event was held on Wednesday 27 November 2024 at 3pm (UK time)
Thinking about going to uni, but unsure about what it'll be like? Will it improve your career prospects? How will you afford it? In this webinar our team of experts will answer all your burning questions.
For: Undergraduate pre-applicant UK and international students for 2025 entry.
Kingston School of Art: What we are looking for in your creative submission
When: This event was held on Thursday 4 December at 1pm (UK time)
If you are thinking of applying to one of our creative courses in Kingston School of Art, as part of the application process you may be required to submit evidence of creative exploration. Join our upcoming webinar to get top tips from our academic staff into what makes a strong creative submission (portfolio, audition, reel, etc).
Applicant webinars
If you've already applied to Kingston, you will be invited to a different series of webinars, where we'll cover topics specifically relating to our applicants. You'll receive an email from us with an invitation to attend these exclusive webinars. To give you a taste of what's on offer, take a look at the topics we'll cover:
- Finance and funding: How and when to apply for your student loan to make sure it arrives in time.
- Accommodation: Take a video tour of our different accommodation options and we'll talk you through the booking process.
- Opportunities for students: We'll showcase the extra-curricular opportunities available to you at Kingston.
- Earning money whilst at university: How to fit work around your studies and opportunities available.
- Life at Kingston: We'll cover a broad range of topics to get you prepared for life at Kingston University, from student societies to employment opportunities and support with mental health/disabilities.
- Speak to our current students: Our current students will tell you a little about their personal experiences as a student and what you have to look forward to.
- Head Start: Get the lowdown on our free Head Start programme and how it will prepare you for life as an undergraduate student.
