Engineering, Computing and the Environment
Our engineering, computing and environment courses offer students the opportunity to learn and grow in a real-world environment. We'll prepare you with the skills you need to work in your chosen industry.
Contacts with industry
Our strong contacts with industry and close links with key accrediting bodies provide pathways to full professional status. Each of our courses is rooted in the needs of the industry and designed to give you the skills you need to make a difference to people's lives.
Key partners
Some of our key partners include Google and PlayStation First. Kingston is also one of only 12 universities to have an educational partnership with Sony.
Our facilities
The Faculty is well equipped with industry-standard labs and specialist equipment, providing opportunities to put theory into practice, and gain valuable experience using the tools you'll find in the workplace.
Courses are created in consultation with an advisory board of key industry experts, ensuring they reflect the latest developments.
The Faculty is spread across two teaching campuses: Roehampton Vale and Penrhyn Road. Each campus has dedicated, state-of-the art facilities to help you build the skills demanded for your future career.
Our facilities include wind tunnels, a flight simulator, Learjet plane, Centre for Augmented and Virtual Reality Environments, geotechnical and hydraulics testing facilities and much more.
“I was amazed by the facilities that the University provides, particularly my course. I also love the support that the University gives to 'Women in Engineering'.”
Angel, BEng (Hons) Aerospace Engineering
Our courses
Foundation years
Do you want a degree, but are not quite ready for Year 1 of a degree course? Our integrated foundation years at Kingston could be ideal.
Aerospace and Aircraft Engineering
Our degrees offer excellent links with the industry. We specialise in a variety of areas including aircraft, aerospace, aviation and astronautics and space technology.
Automotive and Mechanical Engineering
As an engineer, you will design and manufacture products and systems that affect us all. Our courses offer a strong theoretical background and excellent hands-on skills, using state-of-the-art equipment.
Civil Engineering, Construction and Surveying
Our civil, building and surveying degrees develop your skills through a combination of lab experimentation, specialist projects, site visits and field work.
Computing, Cyber Security and Gaming
Our computing, digital media and cyber security students have access to a wide range of specialist facilities, giving you the freedom to revolutionise gaming.
Geography and Environmental Science
Our geography and environmental science courses are highly practical. You'll gain expertise in a range of practical and field techniques.