Award-winning teaching and assessment at Kingston University

Kingston University is truly focused on preparing you for your future career. You will learn from the leaders in your field, explore and develop through contemporary teaching and assessment methods, and get essential experience of your chosen profession.

Teaching in league with industry

To ensure that our graduates have the knowledge and skills they need, tuition at Kingston University has its finger on the pulse of current industry. Courses at the University are designed with the help of leading professionals, and are supported throughout by local and global organisations. Kingston University courses are accredited by established national and international professional bodies.

Curriculums are taught by passionate teachers who have outstanding professional and research experience. Lecturers in every department are high-profile practitioners who are still active in their field. Academic staff at the University, regularly win prestigious awards both for teaching in higher education and for successes in their line of work. Students benefit from supportive, successful teaching and are set to become the new champions of their trade.

Active and innovative learning

Our courses focus on students as active learners. While you are given the knowledge and skills essential to your career, you are also encouraged to challenge thinking and explore your own interests.

A great variety of learning formats are used across the departments including:

• workshops;
• seminars;
• individual and group tutorials;
• lectures and guest lectures;
• student-led sessions and debates;
• competitions and special projects; and
• assignments using virtual worlds and social media.

Specifically designed course assessments can include: individual and group projects, creative productions, work on real-life problems and briefs, reports and essays, performances, practicals and exams.

What really sets Kingston University apart is the use of specialist learning facilities, allowing you to gain real experience with professional environments and equipment.

You can also tailor your degree experience with fantastic study options like studying abroad or working a year in industry.

Academic support

Kingston University provides dedicated academic support to all our students, to help you adapt to study at higher education level and develop key skills. Services include: skills centres, personal tutors and mentoring schemes.