The booking form for our Head Start 2022 events is now open. Currently, we are only accepting applications for our three-day events.
In order to take part you must be a Home student with a Firm offer for an undergraduate course at Kingston University with priority given to applicants who meet at least one of our eligibility criteria.
Our Head Start three-day events include the option of two nights' free accommodation in our Seething Wells halls of residence. Places for these rooms are limited and will be allocated on a first come first served basis. If the rooms are oversubscribed they will be prioritised for attendees unable to commute to the event each day. If you are travelling from a long distance we have a small number of rooms available for the night before each event. Please indicate on the booking form if you would like to be considered for this option.
Please note you must be 18 or older at the time of the event to stay in the halls of residence.
In order to take part you must be a Home student with a Firm offer for an undergraduate course at Kingston University with priority given to applicants who meet at least one of our eligibility criteria.
Applications for our Head Start Express one-day events will open on the 11 July 2022.
Available for Home and International students with a Firm offer for an undergraduate course at Kingston University.
Applications for Head Start Online will open on the 11 July 2022.
Our Head Start programme will take place over the summer of 2022 between July and September. There will be a mixture of three-day and one-day events, held in-person at Kingston University, as well as an online event. All are completely free to attend. If you register for one of the three-day events then free accommodation in our halls of residence is available.
This is a great opportunity to prepare for life as an undergraduate student and receive lots of invaluable tips, advice and guidance delivered by members of staff from key areas of the University. You'll also be able to interact with current students, who'll give you an insight into student life from their perspective. By taking part in Head Start you'll feel more confident and better prepared to start your course.
Here's just a taste of what will happen at Head Start:
For more information you can refer to our frequently-asked questions section, or talk to our current students directly about their experiences at Kingston University.
Our official Head Start 2022 programme will be released in due course.
Very helpful and fun, as well as informative.
Law with Professional Experience student, 20
Thank you for such a fabulous opportunity and for making the transition so much easier!
Children's Nursing student, 18.
Head Start was an amazing experience. It made my confidence level go up and I can't wait to start university at Kingston.
Criminology student, 18.
Really boosted my confidence and I'm not worried about fitting in anymore. I also have met others on my course which is a great start.
Adult Nursing student, 47