Live pre-applicant and applicant webinars
Whilst we can't meet you face-to-face, we've designed plenty of exciting online events to prepare you for life at Kingston. During these webinars we will deliver presentations and have friendly and helpful staff members and 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 in 2021. These events give you the perfect opportunity to find out all you need to know before you apply. They happen weekly and all the latest webinar dates are detailed below for you to book.
You can also watch past webinars if you miss a live talk.
Applicant webinars
If you've already applied to Kingston, you will be invited to a different series of webinars where we will cover topics specifically relating to our applicants. You will receive an email from us with an invitation to attend these exclusive webinars. To give you a taste of what's on offer, here's a handful of 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 bit 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.
Upcoming pre-applicant webinars
You can book to watch an upcoming webinar, or in the meantime watch our past webinars.
Applying to Kingston through Clearing
Monday 2 August 2021 at 2pm (UK time)
Find out more about how to apply to Kingston through Clearing, including the Clearing process, eligibility, your application, student support and the Clearing hotline.
For: Undergraduate pre-applicant UK students for 2021 entry (duration, 45 minutes)
Missed a live pre-applicant webinar?
You can still watch the recorded webinars by clicking on the links below.
Applying to Kingston through Clearing
From: Monday 5 July 2021 at 5pm
Find out more about how to apply to Kingston through Clearing, including the Clearing process, eligibility, your application, student support and the Clearing hotline.
For: Undergraduate pre-applicant UK students for 2021 entry (duration, 45 minutes)
UCAS application in a nutshell – it's not too late to apply!
From: 19 January 2021
Still thinking of applying? It's not too late! This webinar will run through how to write your UCAS personal statement and give you some handy tips on making your application stand out.
For: Undergraduate students (duration, 45 minutes)
UCAS application in a nutshell – it's not too late to apply!
From: 7 January 2021
Still thinking of applying? It's not too late! This webinar will run through how to write your UCAS personal statement and give you some handy tips on making your application stand out.
For: Undergraduate students (duration, 45 minutes)
How we support our students
From: 10 December 2020
Find out about the support services we offer including academic support, healthcare and wellbeing support, bursaries and faith services.
For: Undergraduate, postgraduate and international students
UK Postgraduate Student Loans
From: 8 December 2020
Learn more about student finance, the application process, tips on budgeting and information about scholarships and bursaries.
For: Postgraduate students (duration 45 minutes)
Accommodation
From: 3 December 2020
Get an overview of the accommodation we offer on campus as well as advice and tips on private accommodation and other options.
For: Undergraduate, postgraduate and international students (duration 45 minutes)
Applying for your student loan
From: 19 November 2020
Learn more about student finance, the application process, tips on budgeting and information about scholarships and bursaries.
For: Undergraduate students (duration: 45 minutes)
Why choose Kingston University for postgraduate study?
From: 16 November 2020
An introduction to Kingston University and an insight into what you will get out of your postgraduate course, including networks to industry and placement opportunities.
For: Postgraduate and international students (duration: 45 minutes)
Why choose Kingston University?
From: 5 November 2020
An introduction to Kingston University and what makes us a top 40 UK university as ranked by the Guardian University Guide 2021.
For: Undergraduate students (duration 45 minutes)
How to write your UCAS Personal Statement?
From: 28 October 2020
Catch up on learning more about how to make a start on your UCAS Personal Statement and get hints and tips to make your application stand out.
For: Undergraduate students (duration 45 minutes)
