Kingston University London

Classes

Lectures are usually supported by:

• smaller group tutorials;
• laboratory sessions;
• workshops;
• small group work during practicals;
• specialist modules; and
• individual projects.

The range of teaching formats uses helps to reinforce your understanding.  The smaller tutorial and seminar groups ensure that you can get your tutor’s individual attention and discuss any questions, while the laboratory work aims to bring the subject to life.

Additional academic support

Tutors
Tutors have set office hours so it’s easy to get one-to-one help and support if required.  When you join the course, we assign you a personal tutor to help you throughout your time at the University.  In addition, you can turn to individual module leaders or the overall course leaders. 

Student Support Officer
The Student Support Officers provide an extra point of contact if you want to discuss or review your progress. 

You can go to the Support Officer with any issue that you feel is preventing you from achieving your full potential.  They will help you to find the cause and devise an action plan to deal.  You can also speak to a Student Support Officer if you simply have a question and don’t know who else to ask. 

Peer Assisted Learning
We support a scheme called Peer Assisted Learning (PAL).  This is where trained Level 3 students run support sessions that can be attended by first years.  It enables you to discuss any problems you’re facing with someone close to your own age who may have recently overcome the same thing.

Web-based support

StudySpace
StudySpace is a web-based learning management system that provides access to a host of information and material to assist with your studies.

StudySpace resources vary from module to module.  For example, it might include:

• subject guides;
• lecture notes;
• presentations; and
• even sound and video clips.

Other useful features are online discussion forums (bulletin boards), a virtual classroom and a drop box (for online submission of coursework).

StudentSpace
StudentSpace is the University’s comprehensive, user-friendly intranet site, providing you with everything you need to know about student life. 

You'll find the following sections: "Money"; "Your studies"; "Get support"; "Get around"; "Kingston life"; "Your Uni"; "Accommodation"; and "International" with information ranging from what nightclubs you can find in Kingston, to library services on offer, to what sports facilities you'll have access to.

StudentSpace will help you get your bearings in your first few weeks at Kingston and keep you plugged into the University community throughout your time here.