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King's has a long history of welcoming around 570 students from countries such as South Africa, Nigeria, Kenya, Ghana, Tanzania and more each year across all levels of study. Our students contribute to a vibrant international community situated in the centre of one of the most exciting cities in the world, making King's a preferred destination for African students.
Why King’s?
- We are ranked 3rd in London, 7th in the UK, and 37th in the world (QS World University Rankings 2023).
- Become a student at one of the prestigious Russell Group UK universities.
- Our tuition fees and living costs are competitively priced compared to other London universities.
- Our graduates are highly employable and sought after by UK and international employers.
Entry Requirements
UG Entry Requirements:
King’s welcomes a wide range of qualifications for Undergraduate admissions, including A-Levels and the International Baccalaureate, All applications, including transfers, are made through UCAS. Please note that specific subject requirements may apply and are noted under the Entry Requirements section of the online course page. Students undertaking national high school qualifications that are not accepted for direct Undergraduate entry can apply for the International Foundation Course. Please check the online prospectuses for pathway options, specific entry and English language requirements. Further information on applying to Undergraduate programmes at King’s can be found on our how to apply webpages.
Please note: students completing King’s International Foundation Programme will not be able to progress onto our Dentistry programmes.
PG Entry Requirements:
Postgraduate applications are made through our website via our King’s Apply Portal. Your academics are based on the final GPA listed on your undergraduate transcript. Each of our postgraduate programme pages identifies the specific GPA needed by programme, please visit our online course pages for guidance.
Please note that specific subject requirements may apply and are noted under the Entry Requirements section of the programme page.
Student Testimonials
Hear what our students and alumni from Africa think about studying at King’s, what they enjoy most about their course, and what advice they would give prospective African students thinking of studying at King's.
Hear from Mariama
Find out what our African student Mariama says about his experience whilst studying at King’s
“I found out about King’s College London from the African Leadership Centre and the Conflict Security and Development Group under the War Studies department at King’s.”
“'I am a final year international student from Nigeria currently studying International Politics here at King’s.”
Webinars & Events
Discover more about studying at King's, from how to apply, course information, accommodation, studying in London and much more by attending one of our events, or by watching our recorded webinars on our on-demand open day hub:
Your community at Kings
Joining a club or society is a great way to meet like-minded people and make new friends. Whilst at King's you'll have the opportunity to join hundreds of clubs and societies relevant to you and your interests, including the below:
Overseas Representatives
Some applicants from overseas choose to apply to us via study abroad agencies. King’s has a working relationship with a number of such reputable agencies and partners, a list of which from the region can be found below. Applications received via agencies and partners are treated in exactly the same manner as applications received directly, and there is no advantage or disadvantage either way in terms of admission.
Egypt
Ghana
Kenya
Mauritius
Morocco
Nigeria
South Africa
Tanzania
Uganda
Zimbabwe
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