Volunteer at Kingston University

Join Kingston University's Beyond Barriers mentoring scheme as a mentor. This programme supports second-year, third-year, and postgraduate students from under-represented groups through one-to-one guidance.

By dedicating just two hours a month from November to May, you can offer impartial advice, inspire self-confidence, and help students achieve their potential. 

Mentors should have at least three years of professional experience. As a mentor, you can:

• Share your knowledge and experience.
• Encourage someone to achieve their potential.
• Broaden your own skills and judgement.
• Meet other professionals.

Beyond Barriers supports around 250 students annually who fit one or more of the following criteria:

• Black and ethnic minority students
• commuter students
• female students in science, engineering, maths and built environment
• KU Cares students
• LGBT+ students
• mature students
• students who are parents
• students with a learning difference or disability
• students who are the first in their family to attend higher education.

Find out more about Kingston University's Beyond Barriers mentoring scheme.

Kingston University ranks among the top two UK universities for graduate start-ups, according to the Higher Education, Business and Community Interaction (HE-BCI). Each year, more than 4,000 students engage with our leading Enterprise Education Programme.

Our dedicated volunteer community plays a key role in supporting students through various entrepreneurial initiatives. There are many ways to get involved, including:

Bright Ideas

Nearly 1,000 students submit their entrepreneurial concepts to our flagship competition, Bright Ideas. You can support them as a mentor, facilitator, guest speaker, or sponsor, guiding students at key stages of their entrepreneurial journey.

The Nest

Our programme to support early-stage businesses, The Nest, supports 20 founders as they prepare for market success. Join a select group of alumni and friends to mentor and guide these budding entrepreneurs in turning their ideas into reality.

We are always keen to hear from professionals willing to give back by sharing their expertise with our future leaders.

To find out more about the Enterprise Education programme, and how you can support, please contact our Entrepreneurship Team at [email protected].

Kingston University is pioneering a new model of education, blending subject knowledge with the skills graduates need to thrive in the future.

Alumni and friends play a vital role by sharing their career experiences, offering valuable insights into what it takes to succeed after Kingston.

Think back to what you wish you’d known at the start of your career – whether you’ve climbed the corporate ladder, faced challenges, or taken a unique path, your journey can inspire our students.