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    Guide for oer holdersUNDERgRaDUatE HoME/EU StUDENt

    InfoRmaTIon paCK 2012

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    Contents

    2

    About your oer

    College teaching dates for 2012-13Registration week: 17-21 September 2012

    Autumn term: 24 September to 14 December 2012

    Spring term: 7 January to 29 March 2013

    Summer term: 29 April to 7 June 2013

    KCLSU Welcome Weeks EventsDuring the rst two weeks of term Kings College

    London Students Union (KCLSU) organises two

    weeks of daytime and evening social events open

    to all new students.

    International Students

    Welcome and OrientationAt the beginning of the autumn term the Student

    Advice & International Student Support teamat Kings hosts an annual free Welcome and

    Orientation Programme for students who are new

    to the UK.

    The programme includes several events to

    welcome you to London, and it will provide you

    with plenty of useful information to help you

    settle in and meet other new students.

    You will need to book a place online in advance

    in order to attend this event. See page 3 for moredetails.

    4

    Accommodation

    10

    Fees & funding

    22

    Learning &

    language support

    24

    Life at Kings

    30

    Contact details

    ImpoRTanT pLEaSE REaDThe information contained in this document is accurate at the time of printing (autumn 2011),but the detail is subject to change and the College cannot guarantee that residences, facilitiesor services will necessarily be available. You are advised to check the website for updates.

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    Congratulations...

    ... on being oered a place to study at KingsCollege London! As one of Englands oldest and

    most prestigious university institutions, Kings can

    provide you with the inspiration and support to shine

    academically and develop your passions and interests.

    Alongside some of the best students from around the

    globe coming to study in the heart of London, you will

    benet not only from all the opportunities London has

    to oer, but also a world-class students union events

    schedule; from our Macadam Cup annual sports

    contest to live comedy nights and gigs at Londons onlynightclub named after an Archbishop Tutus.

    This handbook aims to answer important questions on

    practical issues such as nance, housing, and living in

    London. It is packed with useful tips to help you learn

    more about life as a Kings student by highlighting

    some of the services provided.

    Checklist:Key next steps

    AcceptouroerviaUCAS

    CheckourAppaadmissionsportal

    accountforanupdatesandmessagesand

    uploadansupportingdocumentsrelatingto

    ouracademicapplication

    Forhomestudents,applforStudentSupportpackagefromJanuar2012onwards

    Findoutifouareentitledtoangrants,

    loans,ursariesorscholarships

    Findoutwhatsupportisavailaleforstudents

    withdisailities,medicalconditionsandspecic

    learningdierenceseforeouenrol.Visit

    www.k.a.uk/abformoreinformation

    aouttheDisailitandDslexiaService

    Thinkaoutincomeandexpenditureandwork

    outanestimatedudget Researchouraccommodationoptions.

    Seeonlineformoreinformation

    www.k.a.uk/a

    ApplonlineforourKingsaccommodation

    30June

    UseUCASTracktokeepup-to-datewith

    ouracademicapplicationprogress

    CheckKingswepagesforoerholders

    www.kcl.ac.uk/stu/oerholers

    And, Also for EU stUdEnts

    IfouwouldliketoattendEnglishlessons

    eforeoustartourcoursecontactthe

    EnglishLanguageCentrewww.kcl.ac.uk/elc

    FromJul2012onwardscheckthewesitefor

    detailsandookingformfortheInternational

    StudentsWelcomeandOrientation

    Programme

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    2

    About your ofer

    Please read these pages carefully and refer to the followingsections for detailed information on accommodation, fees andfunding and other support available at Kings.

    Your oer of a place may be conditional or unconditional. An unconditional oer is

    only made if you have already satised the entry requirements for your programme.

    Conditional oers are made to candidates who have yet to complete their

    academic qualications. If you hold a conditional oer, this will only be changed tounconditional when your grades have been conrmed or you have provided ocial

    documentary evidence of satisfying the conditions of your oer. This evidence

    should be submitted no later than 31 August 2012 (unless otherwise stated in

    your oer letter). If your results are not supplied to us directly by UCAS it is your

    responsibility to submit them to us via a message on the admissions portal.

    Admissions portal

    You can use UCAS Track to keep up-to-date with your progress and reply to any

    oers. However, Kings will also issue you with a username and password for theAppa portal (https://mapplication.kcl.ac.uk/). It is here that you will be able

    to track the status of your academic application and see if youve been invited

    to interview. You can also view your oer details, upload supporting academic

    documents such as English language test results and nd your username and

    password for applying to accommodation. International applicants will also be able to

    see information relating to the UK points-based visa system. If, at any stage of the

    application year, you need to contact us about your application, please do so via your

    Appa page, using the your messages function.

    PROGRAMMEINFORMATION

    Enrolled students will receive full programme information including timetables andprogramme handbooks at their departmental induction during enrolment week.

    Timetables are nalised in the summer, so accurate information on course times is

    not available before September, but if you have any specic queries an admissions

    ocer may be able to provide information based on the previous years schedule.

    ONLINEENROLMENT

    Before joining us at Kings, you should enrol online. Online enrolment consists

    of answering a short set of questions which should take between ten and fteen

    minutes to complete. You will be sent further information by email during August

    about this process.

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    AbOUTyOU

    ROFFER

    CAMPUSREGISTRATION

    The College enrolment week and departmental induction sessions will take place

    between Monday 17 and Friday 21 September 2012. Please bear this in mind when

    making plans for summer 2012. Once you have enrolled online you will be able toaccess further information, including enrolment and induction timetables online.

    Please ensure that you inform us if you change your contact details, in particular

    your email address, before the enrolment details are sent to you. During enrolment

    the College may need to verify your previous qualications and you will need to

    bring original academic certicates or transcripts with you, as well as original English

    Language examination certicates (EU students only).

    COLLEGEREGULATIONS

    It is a College regulation that a student cannot be registered on any other

    programme at the College or at another higher education institution at the same

    time. This includes interruptions and re-sits. Therefore, in order to enrol you must

    have completed or been ocially withdrawn from all other programmes. Further

    information on College regulations is available on request and will be emailed to you

    with your enrolment information.

    DEFERRINGyOUROFFER

    If you wish to defer your oer of a place on the programme, please contact your

    admissions ocer via a message on the Appa admissions portal conrming

    your intentions. Please note that deferment is not guaranteed.

    INTERNATIONALSTUDENTSWELCOME&ORIENTATIONKings hosts an orientation programme for incoming overseas students at the

    beginning of the rst term. The Orientation, to be held from 12-14 September 2012,

    oers an in-depth introduction to London life aimed at students who are new to the UK

    and have not lived here before. The booking form will be available from July 2012 at

    www.kcl.ac.uk/international

    ACCOMMODATION,FEESANDFUNDING

    Applicants must refer to the information in theMy accommodation brochure before

    completing an online accommodation application.

    Applications may only be made after rmly accepting an oer of a place to study

    at the College; the deadline for accommodation applications is 30 June 2012.

    For home students, you can apply for your Student Support package from

    January 2012 onwards. You can apply online or download your form at

    www.irect.gov.uk/stuentnance

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    Residences

    All full-time undergraduate students who apply on time in their rst year, whose

    home address is outside the M25 ring road and who are entering higher educationin the UK for the rst time on a programme of two or more years duration are

    guaranteed the oer of one year (not necessarily their rst) in either a College,

    Intercollegiate or nominated residence. The majority of Kings residences are in

    central London, and most are close to Kings teaching campuses. All are within the

    London travel zones one and two.

    We have limited accommodation for couples. International Hall has provision for

    families, although priority is given to new international applicants (apply direct).

    There is more information about residences on the following pages.

    Check www.k.a.uk/a for up-to-date details.

    ACCOMMODATIONPROCEDURE

    Accommodation Services produce an electronic brochure calledMy accommodation

    which can be viewed and downloaded from their website www.k.a.uk/a .

    The brochure is designed to provide you with information on all of the College

    and University Intercollegiate residences, along with details of any nomination

    agreements for privately managed residences. There are details of the available

    facilities, accommodation charges, application process and allocations policy.

    General advice on seeking alternative accommodation in the private rented sector

    is also provided. This guide provides a summary of accommodation services and

    applicants should carefully read theMy accommodation brochure before completing anaccommodation application.

    Details of the undergraduate guarantee, application procedure and policy are

    provided within theMy accommodation brochure. If you satisfy all of these criteria, and

    we receive your accommodation application by 30 June in your rst year, you should

    expect to receive an oer of a place (not necessarily in your rst year of study). You

    may apply for accommodation even if your family home is within the M25 ring road

    or you have previously commenced a programme of study at higher education level

    within the UK although your application will have lower priority and will not be

    considered before the start of session in September.

    Accommodation

    Kings oers a range of accommodation to suit the varied

    needs of students; whether you choose to apply for aCollege, Intercollegiate or nominated residence or live inprivate rented accommodation.

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    ACCOMMO

    DATION

    Please note, applications are only accepted from applicants who have rmly accepted

    a conditional (CF) or unconditional (UF) oer of a place on an academic programme

    at the College. Applicants holding Kings as their insurance oer may not submit an

    online application to Accommodation Services until all conditions of entry have beensatised and the applicant has a conrmed place at the College; for undergraduate

    applicants this will usually be after publication of A-level/IB results.

    Applicants with a disability and/or special housing requirements should make early

    contact with the Colleges Disability & Dyslexia Service and Accommodation

    Services to discuss any specic support needs and so that any housing requirements

    may be assessed. Applicants indicating special housing requirements are directed to

    a self-assessment/personal statement form which must be completed in liaison with

    their GP/specialist/professional support and must be returned to Accommodation

    Services at the time of application. Forms are available at www.k.a.uk/a

    Accommoation applications for 2012-13 entr will be available to applicants via the web.

    To apply online you must rst accept an oer to study at Kings. You will then be

    sent details on how to access the online accommodation system via the Appa

    portal. Make sure that you choose the appropriate application period according to

    your student status and year of application. Access to the online application system

    will only be permitted for applicants who meet the application criteria.

    Communication from Accommodation Services regarding acknowledgements and

    conrmation of oers will usually be by email to the email address notied by the

    applicant to the College via the UCAS application. Please therefore ensure you are

    checking the email address regularly throughout the summer. The accommodationsystem is continually reviewed; for more information on developments, please refer

    to www.k.a.uk/a

    Kings residences

    All Kings residences are non-smoking and provide CCTV, security, swipe card

    access and laundry facilities. A limited number of places may be available in single

    gender accommodation; applicants should indicate a preference on their application

    and check availability with Accommodation Services/Residence Oce; regrettably,

    availability of facilities cannot be guaranteed.

    See map on the insie back cover for location of resiences.

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    bRIANCREAMERHOUSE(UNDERGRADUATESONLy)

    Self-catered.

    69 single bedrooms in corridor style. Shared kitchens, toilets and bathrooms.

    Zone 1 (within the Congestion Charge zone) within walking distance of the Strand

    and Waterloo campuses.

    Shared facilities include small TV lounge, wireless internet connection and cycle

    racks.

    HAMPSTEADRESIDENCE

    Self-catered.

    Corridor style with 428 single bedrooms, a number of twin rooms and two self-

    contained bedsits/ats. Shared kitchens, toilets and bathrooms.

    Located in zone 2.

    Shared facilities include TV lounges, a bar, music practice room with piano, wireless

    internet connection, computer room equipped with printers, study rooms and

    communal grounds.

    STAMFORDSTREETAPARTMENTS

    Self-catered.

    Apartment style with 548 en-suite single bedrooms in 89 apartments. Two rooms

    suitable for couples. All rooms are equipped with fridge and wired internet.

    Zone 1 (within the Congestion Charge zone), within walking distance of Waterloo,

    Strand and Guys campuses.Apartments contain a communal kitchen with TV. Other shared facilities include

    on-site cycle store and adjacent bar and Kinetic, the KCLSU gym (for which an

    additional fee is payable) available on Waterloo Campus.

    WOLFSONHOUSE

    Self-catered.

    Accommodation for 269 students. Most single rooms are located on corridors with

    a small number grouped in small cluster ats.

    Shared kitchens, toilets and bathrooms.

    Zone 1 location (within the Congestion Charge zone) within walking distance ofGuys and Waterloo campuses.

    Accommodation

    Accommodation Services are located within The Compass

    Student Centre, Strand. Open to visitors 09.00-18.00weekdays (10.30 Weds, 17.00 Fri). Calls taken 09.30-17.00weekdays.

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    Shared facilities include a small common room with TV and wireless internet

    connection. Facilities at the Guys Campus including bar, refectory, library and

    computer rooms, are within walking distance.

    GREATDOVERSTREETAPARTMENTS

    Self-catered.

    Apartment style with 769 en-suite single bedrooms in 113 apartments.

    All rooms are equipped with a fridge and wired internet connection.

    Zone 1 (within the Congestion Charge zone) within walking distance of Guys and

    Waterloo campuses.

    Apartments contain a communal kitchen with TV. Other shared facilities include

    TV lounge and social space with pool table and table tennis, cycle shed, 24 hour

    computer room with printers.

    KINGSCOLLEGEHALL

    Catered

    Corridor style 454 single rooms and shared accommodation suitable for couples.

    Shared toilets and bathrooms

    Located in zone 2.

    Shared facilities include a bar, squash courts, snooker, music practice rooms, study

    room, computer room equipped with printers, TV lounge, o street parking, wireless

    internet connection and communal grounds.

    THERECTORy Self-catered.

    Corridor style with 24 single and two double rooms (postgraduate and mature

    undergraduates only).

    Shared kitchens, toilets and bathrooms.

    Zone 1 (within the Congestion Charge zone) within walking distance of the Strand

    and Waterloo campuses.

    Shared facilities include small TV lounge, wireless internet connection, bike shed,

    and communal garden. Limited o-street parking is available.

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    MAINTENANCEANDREDECORATIONPROGRAMMES

    The College keeps under review the quality and style of its accommodation. There

    are plans to redevelop the Kings College Hall site as well as routine redecorations in

    other residences. Some facilities/services may be altered during the works; furtherdetails will be on the website.

    NOMINATEDRESIDENCES

    Liberty House, St John Street. A number of rooms are available under a nomination

    agreement. Located in zone 1. Studios are furnished with a kitchenette with

    integrated fridge, microwave and hob. Bedroom furniture includes a bed, wardrobe,

    desk, chair and bedside cabinet. Telephone and internet connection and a at screen

    television also provided. Additional nominated residences may be available, check

    www.k.a.uk/a for details.

    UNIVERSITyOFLONDONINTERCOLLEGIATEHALLSThese accept full-time students from all the Colleges within the University of London.

    All of the Intercollegiate Halls accommodate primarily undergraduate students. Half of

    the places at International Hall are reserved for overseas postgraduate and undergraduate

    students. Most of the Intercollegiate Halls (excluding Nutford House) are located in the

    Bloomsbury area. All Intercollegiate Halls are catered and have laundry facilities,

    TV room, music room and quiet study room. See www.halls-lonon.ac.uk

    PRIVATESTUDENTRESIDENCES

    Students may also apply to a range of privately-managed residences which oer

    high specication accommodation at rents starting at around 200-250 per week.Details of these halls and some independent hostels can be found on the University

    of London Housing Services (ULHS) website www.housing.lon.ac.uk.

    Private rented sector accommodation

    The supply of privately-let accommodation is greater and more varied in London

    than in many other parts of the country and therefore there is an enormous range

    of properties to rent. Although sta are unable to nd private accommodation on a

    students behalf, they are able to give practical advice on looking for accommodation

    and aspects of budgets and tenancies. In addition to the College Accommodation

    Services, Kings students may use the University of London Housing Services

    (ULHS), which specialises in helping students nd private accommodation. The

    ULHS has an excellent website and password access is available to prospective

    students. Lists of vacant properties are available throughout the year. Lists of hostels

    Accommodation

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    ACCOMMO

    DATION

    and accommodation agencies, and information on a range of housing issues are also

    available. The ULHS also supplies a list of students who wish to share a house or at.

    Visit www.housing.lon.ac.uk for more details. Advice and information sheets are also

    available from Student Advice at www.kcl.ac.uk/avice

    PRE-COURSEACCOMMODATION

    Students who wish to look for private accommodation or have not found

    accommodation, may book temporary accommodation during the summer vacation

    through the Kings Conference & Timetabling Service and come into the Colleges

    Accommodation Services for further assistance.

    ACCOMMODATIONFEES

    Prices vary according to facilities and locations. The table on this page gives a guide,

    based on 2011-12 prices and accommodation style and are subject to upward revision for

    2012-13; heating and lighting costs are included in the fees, as are meals where provided.Standard residence agreements are oered for a xed period (usually 40 weeks for Kings

    and Liberty Living residences or 37 weeks at Intercollegiate halls).

    AccommodAtion costs

    Tpe of accommoation Single room Share room

    LocationgivenwithLondon

    postcodedistrict,egSE1

    costsperperson,per

    week(2011-12prices)

    costsperperson(forsharedrooms)or

    percouple,perweek(2011-12prices)

    Apartments

    GreatDoverStreetSE1 151.13 N/A

    StamfordStreetSE1 151.13 Couple:203.77

    Self Catere Resiences

    brianCreamerHouseSE1 117.25 N/A

    HampsteadResidenceNW3 108.22 Sharedrooms78.82

    Couple156.59184.03

    WolfsonHouseSE1 117.25 Couple194.53

    RectorSE1 117.25 Couple157.15

    Catere Resiences

    KingsCollegeHallSE5 118.23 Couples149.31165.55

    Nominate ResiencesLiertHouseEC1 259.50(Studio)

    Intercollegiate halls

    FiveinWC1,oneinW1,

    oneinW2

    154227.50 Sharedrooms108.50161

    Couple201.25434

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    Fees & funding

    The Student Funding Oce oers condential advice to

    both prospective and current students covering issues suchas tuition fees, living expenses, bursaries, scholarships,student loans and more.

    Below is a summary of the expected statutory (government) support package

    that you will be eligible to apply for, before you start university, through either

    (depending on where you live) Student Finance England (SFE), Student Finance

    Wales (SFW), Student Finance Northern Ireland (SFNI), the Student AwardsAgency for Scotland (SAAS), or the EU Customer Services Team for EU students.

    In addition to this package of support, there is also funding which you may be

    eligible to apply for, depending on your personal circumstances, programme of

    study etc.

    HOMESTUDENTS

    Government support

    Student loan for fees (up to 9,000) see page 12

    Student loan for maintenance (up to 7,675) see page 13

    Maintenance Grant (up to 3,250) see page 15

    Kings Bursaries & Scholarships (iscretionar)

    Kings Living Bursar (up to 1,000)

    National Scholarship Programme (6,000 fee waiver)

    STEM Enterprise Scholarships (10,000 fee waiver and bursary)

    Access to the Professions Scholarships (9,000 fee waiver)

    Kings Stuent Fun (up to 3,000)

    Kings Scholars (merit awards from 3,000)

    Details of the above schemes plus any subject specic funding can be found on our

    website www.kcl.ac.uk/stu/ug/funing

    EUSTUDENTS

    New unergrauates

    Student loan for fees (up to 9,000) see page 12

    In addition, pages 16-17 list some of the other sources of nancial support and our

    website www.kcl.ac.uk/stu/ug/funing, will list any scholarship opportunities.

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    FEES&FUNDING

    Tuition fees

    TUITIONFEESFORHOME&EUUNDERGRADUATEANDPGCESTUDENTSIN2012-13

    Kings oers the highest quality research-led teaching and, under the provisions ofthe Higher Education Act, is expecting to charge Home/EU students tuition fees of

    9,000 for all undergraduate programmes. However, most of you will not need to pay

    any fees yourself whilst you are studying unless you wish to. Instead, you will be able

    to defer payment by taking out a student loan for fees.

    Self-fune stuents tuition fee pament conitions

    Fees will be payable in two equal instalments. The rst instalment is due for payment

    by 31 October or 14 days from date of invoice if later. The second instalment is

    due for payment by 31 January or 14 days from date of invoice if later. An early

    settlement refund of two per cent of total fees will be forwarded to students whomake full payment of their tuition fees prior to 31 October or within 14 days of the

    date of invoice if later. Certain programmes are excluded from this arrangement

    which you will be advised about.

    Sponsore stuents tuition fee pament conitions

    Where a student provides a valid sponsor letter at registration from an external

    corporate body agreeing to pay tuition fees, the invoice will be sent direct to the

    sponsoring organisation and payment of the invoice is due immediately. A student

    who is sponsored by a friend or relative will be regarded as responsible for their

    own fees.

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    Fees & funding

    Student loans Home & EU students

    STUDENTLOANFORFEES

    In 2012-13, it is expected that most Home and EU full-time undergraduate studentswill not have to pay tuition fees whilst studying, unless you wish to. Instead, you will

    be able to apply for astudent loan for fees.

    Thestudent loan for fees is a loan that will be available to all eligible home and EU

    full-time undergraduates to match the level of tuition fees you have to pay, through

    the Student Loans Company (SLC), in the same way as home undergraduates

    will have a student loan for maintenance. This means that you will be deferring

    payment of your tuition fees until after ou have left universit. The SLC will pay your

    fee contribution to the university on your behalf, and the value of the fee will be

    consolidated with your student loans for maintenance, where appropriate, and willbe repaid in the same way. You will only start repaying these loans once you have

    nished studying and are earning more than 21,000 a year.

    Both new and existing undergraduate students who have previously completed

    an honours degree at a UK or overseas institution will not be eligible for tuition

    fee loans, the Maintenance Grant or the Special Support Grant. You will also be

    ineligible for a student loan for maintenance, unless you are undertaking a course

    leading to a professional qualication in medicine or dentistry, or are in receipt of a

    means-tested NHS Bursary.

    Please note Students undertaking the four-year Graduate/Professional Entry

    Programmes (Medicine/Dentistry) or the four-year Maxfax Entry Programme(Medicine/Dentistry) will be able to apply for a partial tuition loan for each year

    of their course. Students will be expected to self-fund the rst 3,465 towards

    their tuition costs in year 1 and will be able to access a tuition fee loan to cover the

    remaining 5,535. In years 2 - 4 the Department of Health will contribute 3,465

    towards the tuition charge and graduates can apply for a tuition fee loan to make up

    the full cost of their tuition in each of these years.

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    FEES&FUNDING

    GRAdUATE ENTRy MEdICAL/dENTAL 2012-13

    year of stu Tuition Fee Maximum Fee Loan NHS Funing Stuent Liabilit

    1 9,000 5,535 3,465

    24 9,000* 5,535 3,465

    *tuitionfeeswillereviewedeachearinlinewithinationarincreases.

    HOWTOAPPLy

    You can apply for a student loan for fees as part of your application for student

    support. Further information can be found on our website at www.kcl.ac.uk/funing or

    visit the Directgov website at www.irect.gov.uk/stuentnance

    EU students can contact the EU Student loans Customer Services Team on

    +44 (0)141 243 3570 or at [email protected]

    STUDENTLOANSFORMAINTENANCEHOMESTUDENTS

    Student loans are part of the nancial student support package available to assist

    both new and existing full-time Home undergraduate and PGCE students with their

    living expenses.

    All eligible students are entitled to 65 per cent of the maximum gure. Whether you

    can get any or all of the remaining 35 per cent will depend on your income and that

    of your household.

    The amount of student loan for maintenance you request can be any amount up

    to your maximum entitlement, as decided by Student Finance England/Wales/Northern Ireland or the Student Awards Agency for Scotland (depending on where

    you live).

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    Fees & funding

    LOANRATESFOR2012-13

    fUll yEAr

    Maximum available 65 per cent non means-teste 35 per cent means-testeLondon 7,675 4,988 2,687

    ParentalHome 4,375 2,763 1,532

    rEdUcEd rAtE loAns*

    Full ear Final ear

    London 3,263 2,498

    Parentalhome 1,744 1,324

    *Reduced-rateloansforincomeassessedNHS/DH/SNMursarholdersonl.

    HOWTOAPPLy

    Applications should be made through Student Finance England/Wales/Northern

    Ireland or the Student Awards Agency for Scotland (depending on where you live),

    at the same time as you are applying for your Maintenance Grant for new students

    (see below) or when you are applying for help towards your tuition fees if you are an

    existing student.

    Repayments of your consolidated student loans start in the April after you leave your

    course, and only once you start earning over 21,000. Repayments will depend on the

    amount you earn, not the amount you borrowed. You will only repay nine per cent of

    your earnings above 21,000 (about 7.50 per month if youre earning 22,000).

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    FEES&FUNDING

    Maintenance Grant Home students

    New, full-time Home undergraduates are eligible to apply for a Maintenance Grant

    of up to 3,250.

    The Maintenance Grant will depend on your income and that of your household and

    does not have to be paid back. Please visit www.kcl.ac.uk/funing to view the income

    assessment thresholds set by the Department for Business, Innovation & Skills (DBIS).

    IMPORTANTLOANSUbSTITUTION

    New students in receipt of the HE Maintenance Grant will have your student loan for

    maintenance entitlement aected. If you are receiving any amount of Maintenance

    Grant you will have yourstudent loan for maintenance entitlement reduced by 50p for

    each 1 of maintenance grant you receive. If your Maintenance Grant is 3,250,

    then your loan entitlement will be reduced by a maximum of 1,625.

    Grants will be payable in three instalments; one at the start of each term together

    with your student loan for maintenance. You should apply as part of your Student

    Support package through Student Finance England/Wales/Northern Ireland or the

    Student Awards Agency for Scotland.

    SPECIALSUPPORTGRANT

    An alternative grant exists to the HE Maintenance Grant for those students who

    are eligible to receive, but not necessarily in receipt of, means-tested benets. The

    Special Support Grant will also be worth up to 3,250, and although the same rules

    as above will apply for this grant, there will not be any substitution of loan for grant.

    IFyOURHOMEISINWALES,SCOTLANDORNORTHERNIRELAND

    For further information about student nance arrangements in Wales, visit the

    Student Finance Wales website at www.stuentnancewales.co.uk

    You should contact the Student Awards Agency for Scotland (SAAS)

    at www.saas.gov.uk for information about arrangements in Scotland.

    You should contact Student Finance Northern Ireland at www.stuentnanceni.co.uk

    for information about arrangements in Northern Ireland.

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    Other grants Home & EU students

    CHILDCAREGRANT

    For full-time students with dependent children in registered and approved childcare.How much help you receive will depend on your circumstances and on whether you

    are classed as a dependent or independent student.

    PARENTSLEARNINGALLOWANCE

    For help with course-related costs for full-time students who have dependent

    children. How much you receive depends on your income and that of your

    dependants, spouse or partner.

    CHILDTAXCREDIT

    Students with dependent children are eligible for Child Tax Credit from the

    Inland Revenue. To nd out if you are eligible, call 0845 300 3900 or visit

    www.taxcreits.inlanrevenue.gov.uk.

    ADULTDEPENDANTSGRANT

    This is for full-time students with adult dependants. You may be eligible for this

    grant if you are a full-time student who has a partner (including a partner of the

    same sex) or another adult, usually a member of your family, who depends on you

    nancially.

    TRAVELCOSTSGRANT

    If you have to pay extra travel costs as a result of your course, you can get a granttowards reasonable costs for travel to and from:

    the place in the UK where your clinical training takes place for medical and dental

    students; or

    the country you have to go to if you are studying abroad.

    DISAbLEDSTUDENTSALLOWANCE(DSA)

    This helps with the extra costs students have as a result of undertaking your course

    and as a direct result of your disability or specic learning disability. The DSA is

    non-means tested, which means that any other income or benets you receive do not

    aect your entitlement. Your parents income will also not be taken into account.

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    For more information, contact the Disability & Dyslexia Service or visit

    www.k.a.uk/ab . More detailed information about Disabled Students

    Allowances can also be found via the Department for Business, Innovation &

    Skills (BIS), who provide a detailed guide called Bridging the Gap about DSAsat www.irect.gov.uk.

    STATEbENEFITS

    Some students in full-time higher education may still be eligible to claim Income

    Support (help with living costs) and Housing Benet (help with housing costs).

    SINGLEPARENTS

    If you are a single parent, you may still be able to claim Income Support depending

    on the age of your youngest child and when you started the course.

    For further information on all of the above grants, please visit www.kcl.ac.uk/funing orcontact the Student Funding Oce at Kings.

    Financial support at Kings Home & EU students

    ACCESSTOLEARNINGFUNDHOMESTUDENTS

    The Access to Learning Fund is a fund given to universities to assist students in

    nancial diculties. All full-time and most part-time home students are eligible

    to apply. Applicants simply complete an online application via OneSpace, after

    enrolling which is assessed by our Student Funding Oce. Visit www.kcl.ac.uk/funing

    for further details.

    INTERNATIONALHARDSHIPFUNDEUSTUDENTS

    The College has set aside limited funds to assist EU students in unexpected

    nancial diculty. If nancial diculties arise then you should contact the Student

    Advice Service, the Student Funding Oce or your personal tutor to discuss your

    circumstances.

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    NHSbURSARIES

    NHS bursaries are available for full-time or part-time pre-registration courses

    in England and Wales. The following subjects are eligible for support: dentistry,

    dietetics, medicine, midwifery, nursing and physiotherapy. It is important thatstudents considering health care professional training refer to the Financial Help for

    Healthcare Students booklet available to view or download from www.kcl.ac.uk/funing

    or on the NHS Student Grants Unit website at www.nhsbsa.nhs.uk

    MEDICALANDDENTALCOURSES

    Undergraduate medical and dental students living in England and Wales on standard

    ve- to six-year courses in the UK will be eligible for income-assessed NHS bursaries

    and help with tuition fees in their fth and further years of study. They can also

    receive the reduced rate Student Loan in their fth and further years of study. For

    the rst four years on the medical or dental course their support will be on the samebasis as for other undergraduate students. A year spent on an Intercalated BSc counts

    as a year of study.

    Important: Students undertaking the four-year Graduate/Professional Entry

    Programmes (Medicine/Dentistry) will be eligible to take up a student loan for fees

    each year up to a maximum of 5,535. The remainder, in years two to four will be

    NHS funded, but in year one must be self-funded.

    Students on medical and dental courses should visit the NHS Student Grants

    website at www.nhsbsa.nhs.uk and check theFinancial Help for Healthcare Students booklet.

    Funding opportunities for EU studentsA number of scholarships are available for EU students applying to Kings.

    Please visit the EU sections on the international web pages for further information:

    www.kcl.ac.uk/international/ourcountr or www.kcl.ac.uk/stu/ug/funing

    INTERNATIONALSTUDENTSWITHDISAbILITIESFUND

    The International Students with Disabilities Fund (ISDF) is available for EU

    students who are studying at Kings with a disability on a part-time, full-time,

    undergraduate, postgraduate or exchange basis. More information is available from

    the Disability Support Team www.k.a.uk/ab

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    Applying for student support Home students

    You should apply for your Student Support package online through Student

    Finance England/Wales/Northern Ireland or the Student Awards Agency forScotland (depending on where you live). You should start thinking about applying

    for nancial help as soon as you have applied for a place on a course. Do not wait

    until you have a conrmed place on a course before applying simply quote the

    course that you think you are most likely to attend. If your course changes after

    you apply, tell Student Finance straight away. It is also important to inform Student

    Finance about any disability or health condition at this stage, so that information

    can be sent to you about any additional funding which may be available. If you

    want to check what help you might be entitled to, try the online calculator at

    www.irect.gov.uk/stuentnance

    We strongly recommend that if you want your rst instalment of nancialsupport to be available at the start of your term, you should return your application

    as soon as possible. You can apply from January 2012 onwards. You should

    obtain an application form from Student Finance or you can apply online at

    www.irect.gov.uk/stuentnance

    Please contact the Student Funding Oce here at Kings for help with any aspect

    of applying for support. You can also visit the Student Finance website

    www.irect.gov.uk/stuentnance for updates on student support arrangements in 2012-13.

    Living ExpensesIt is dicult to be exact about students living expenses as it depends on what you

    choose to do. London can be expensive but the laws of supply and demand also

    decree that big cities can be amongst the cheapest to live in. London is almost

    without equal when it comes to ways in which to spend your money and enjoy your

    free time, whatever your interests. Even better, the opportunities to get the best out

    of London on a limited budget are enormous.

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    LIVINGEXPENSESPERyEAR

    You need to ensure that you have sucient funds for your fees and that you have

    enough money for accommodation, food, travel, books and other living expenses

    should assume that the estimated living expenses given below represent a guide tothe sum required to live in reasonable comfort in London for each of the teaching

    sessions mentioned. If you have dependent children, we recommend that you add

    a further 2,500 per child.

    HomE stUdEnt 2012-13 2013-14 2014-15

    Singlestudent 11,636 12,220 12,830

    Marriedstudent 17,835 18,730 19,670

    intErnAtionAl stUdEnt 2012-13 2013-14 2014-15

    Singlestudent 15,515 16,290 17,105

    Couple 23,780 24,970 26,220

    COUNCILTAXEXEMPTION

    Eligible students must be enrolled on a full-time course, which is normally dened

    as a course requiring attendance for at least 21 hours a week for at least 24 weeks

    each year. A person who is entitled to an exemption certicate has this taken into

    account when the council tax bill is calculated. It does not aect the liability of

    everyone over 18 in the property to pay council tax. In the case of a property solely

    occupied by full-time students who are joint tenants, they are all liable for a nil

    council tax bill, provided they have all sent in their exemption certicates. Wherea student lives in a property with non-students a council tax bill will be issued;

    although legally full-time students cannot be held liable for any amount of council

    tax, non-student housemates may expect a contribution. Where a student lives with

    only one non-student they will receive a 25 per cent discount for the property.

    Once you have enrolled, and require a Council Tax Exemption Certicate you

    should visit the Compass student centre at the Strand in person, where certicate

    requests are handled.

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    STUDENTOySTERPHOTOCARDSCHEME

    All full-time undergraduate students aged 18 and over can apply for a Student

    Oyster Photocard, as long as your course lasts at least 14 weeks. Further eligibility

    criteria applies. With a valid Student Oyster Photocard, you can buy Travelcardsand Bus Passes at 30 per cent o the equivalent adult rate on weekly and monthly

    Travelcards which will be valid on National Rail trains in the London area, as well

    as on the Tube, Docklands Light Railway, Tramlink and London bus services.

    For more information on eligibility and how to apply, visit www.kcl.ac.uk/funing

    or www.t.gov.uk

    WORKINGINLONDON

    Students in London benet from the wealth and variety of part-time and vacation

    work oered by London companies. Plus you have the advantage of earning higher

    rates of pay in the capital.Kings Careers Service advertises vacancies for part-time, temporary, voluntary and

    vacation work (see www.kcl.ac.uk/careers). A wide range of casual work is available

    in the Students Union and, through the Conference & Timetabling Services, in

    student residences throughout the year. More information can be found by visiting

    www.ukcisa.org.uk or from the Student Advice and International Student Support

    Service at Kings.

    Managing your money

    We recommend you start planning how you will manage your money before youstart university. If you have never lived away from home or created a budget before,

    one of our Student Advisers will be able to help you. To a great extent, your nancial

    situation whilst studying is determined by how well you are able to manage your

    money whilst studying and the lifestyle that you choose to lead. If you have a budget

    outlining your income and are able to control your expenses, you should be able to

    minimise the risk of running out of money whilst studying. This will also ensure that

    you leave university having accumulated the minimum of debt.

    For more advice and the Kings Budget Planner, see

    www.kcl.ac.uk/stu/ug/funing/bugeting

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    Learning & language support

    Studying at university can be daunting for new students

    and you may nd that you need additional support to aidyour learning or help with your English language or studyskills.

    Learning support

    Studying within higher education can be demanding and many students nd they

    need to consider how they approach a new learning environment. This can beeven more dicult for those with disabilities, learning dierences or other health

    conditions that may aect their learning and academic ability.

    At Kings, a number of facilities are available and accessible across the College and

    from the Disability & Dyslexia Service. If you think you may need some advice or

    information about the services the College oers in support of your time as a student

    then please contact us. The earlier you do so the better and if this is before you enrol

    then we can help have support in place before you start. More information can be

    found at www.k.a.uk/ab

    THEREAREANUMbEROFFACILITIESAVAILAbLEWITHINTHECOLLEGEINCLUDING: An in-house dyslexia adviser service with 1-2-1 study skills support and group

    study skill sessions for those with specic learning dierences

    Assistance with access to the Disabled Students Allowance (DSA) for Home

    students and the International Student Disability Fund (ISDF) for EU students

    Assessments of Need for access to funding options

    Dyslexia screening and referrals to Educational Psychologists for full assessments

    Information about special examination provisions or getting coursework cover

    notes for students with dyslexia

    Changes to library loans for students with dyslexia

    Specialist software is also available on College computers incluing:

    Inspiration mind mapping and planning software

    Texthelp! Read and Write a sophisticated spellchecker and reading software

    Supernova oers visual and hearing support

    Dragon Naturally Speaking speech recognition software on specialist machines

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    LEA

    RNING&LANGUAGES

    UPPORT

    Study skills & English language support

    The English Language Centre (ELC) works across the College and is accredited

    by the British Council. The most recent inspection awarded the ELC pointsof excellence in six general categories, the highest score achieved across all

    Colleges in the University of London. The ELC provides training and support to

    both non-native and native English speakers. Our tutors are well-qualied and

    experienced and fully understand the challenges and anxieties you might face.

    WHATSUPPORTDOESTHEELCOFFER?

    In addition to the Foundation, Pre-Masters and Two-Year International Masters

    programmes that run throughout the year, the ELC also run the following to help

    support Kings students in their studies.

    IN-SESSIONAL&STUDySKILLSThe ELC oers in-sessional and study skills courses for all Kings students, whether you

    are a native or non-native English speaker. All the support is free and runs throughout the

    academic year across all four campuses. The support focuses on the language and study

    skills that will help you make the most of your time at Kings and achieve your potential.

    The series of lectures, workshops and online resources will help you develop both

    your academic language and key academic skills, such as learning how to be a critical,

    independent learner and writing more eectively in an academic environment. We also

    oer one-to-one tutorials which oer students the opportunity to have a face to face

    session with a Study Skills adviser who can advise you on questions relating to language,

    style, coherence and overall structure of work in progress.

    Full information about the support we oer can be found on www.kcl.ac.uk/elc

    PRE-SESSIONALCOURSES

    Pre-sessional courses run throughout the summer (June-September). These full-time,

    intensive courses are open to all non-native speaking students who hold degree oers

    from Kings or other UK universities. The course prepares you for the demands of

    higher education by focusing on improving your language skills within an academic

    context, with a particular focus on improving your extended academic writing skills,

    developing your critical approaches to reading and developing your library-based

    research skills.

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    Life at Kings

    Choosing Kings means combining academic excellence witha great students union and a multitude of opportunities both tosupport your studies and your social life.

    Academic life

    ACADEMICEXCELLENCE

    Academics are international leaders in their eld.

    Kings students have access to some of the most exciting, cutting-edge research in

    the world.

    Located in the heart of the cultural capital, with a wealth of research facilities

    and academic societies, such as the British Library and Royal Society, on your

    doorstep.

    Connected to the corridors of power, Londons knowledge capital and host to

    three of the worlds greatest teaching hospitals.

    Awarded condence (the highest ranking) in the soundness of the management

    of our academic services and quality of learning opportunities by the QualityAssurance Agency 2009 award.

    ACADEMICCULTURE

    One of the key features of higher education in the UK, and particularly at Kings,

    is that you will have direct contact with academic members of sta within your

    department. You are likely to have large group lectures, but you will also have smaller

    group seminars, practical sessions and tutorials. You may also see members of sta

    individually on occasions.

    Students are expected to actively participate in small group sessions and engage

    in discussions, rather than simply listen. The academic culture is also relatively

    informal. Sta members will tell you how they wish to be addressed, but in many

    cases you will be on rst name terms with them. Sta are also there to support

    and guide you through your programme, but you should bear in mind that you are

    responsible for your own learning. Time outside of lectures is your own but the

    understanding is that you will be spending a considerable amount of your time

    studying. Sta will not tell you to do this; it is something that is expected of you.

    STUDyRESOURCES

    Libraries are located at all the main sites of the College and they provide IT and

    software support; helpdesks, online enquiry services, photocopying, scanning,

    lending and reference services, document delivery, individual and group studyfacilities, access to print and electronic information resources. Opening hours vary

    between campuses and between term time and vacation periods. www.kcl.ac.uk/librar

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    ACCESSTOCOMPUTERS

    Computers are provided at all sites and provide access to a wide range of software,

    including Microsoft Oce, statistical packages, web browsers and subject-specic

    learning resources. Rooms have printing, data storage and remote access facilitiesand some computer rooms are open 24 hours a day, seven days a week. In addition,

    wireless internet is available across all of our campuses.

    EMAIL

    You should receive your Kings email username and password at enrolment. It

    is important that you use your Kings email because it is the principal means of

    communication between sta and students www.k.a.uk/

    INFORMATIONRESOURCES

    Library Services provides access to a huge multidisciplinary, multi-campus

    information resource base including over one million books, thousands of print andelectronic journals, archives and special collections of historical signicance. A

    number of bibliographic and full text databases are available to enable you to nd

    useful research and information to support your study. The extensive portfolio of

    remotely accessible electronic resources also includes international library catalogues,

    internet resource discovery tools, subject gateways, data sets, multimedia resources

    and e-books. Students also have access to the wealth of specialist libraries, archives

    and collections in and around London.

    LIAISONANDSUbJECTSUPPORT

    A dedicated subject specialist is available to support your information needs and toensure that Library Services resources are relevant and of a high quality. They can

    oer advice on a wide range of issues, including information resources and training

    opportunities.

    TRAINING

    Developing an awareness of relevant information tools, software and services,

    and learning how to access and exploit these resources eectively, is essential for

    eective study. Library Services provides important training timetabled into your

    induction programme. Please make the most of this opportunity to improve your

    information skills.

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    SUPPORTSERVICES

    In addition to study resources, at Kings you will enjoy a comprehensive range of

    facilities and services to help support your studies and make the most of your time

    at the College. These include: Student Advice & International Student Support(helping students with a wide range of issues covering immigration advice, money

    management, legal issues and housing); The Compass (a one stop shop for all

    student enquiries); Careers Service; counselling; religious provision and pastoral

    care; Disability & Dyslexia Service (providing information and advice about the

    support systems available to disabled students); tness, health and sport; personal

    tutors and support for mature students. You can nd more information on all of these

    services on our website.

    Social life

    KCLSU-KINGSCOLLEGELONDONSTUDENTSUNION

    KCLSU is here to support you during your time at Kings by organising social,

    sporting and cultural activities where you can make new friends. We also

    oer opportunities for you to develop transferable skills that will increase your

    employability when you graduate, and ensure there are ways for you to voice your

    opinion on the issues that aect you most. We are also here to provide you with

    independent support and advice whenever you need it.

    Because we are a student-led organisation, we put what students want at the centre of

    everything we do. When you enrol at Kings youll automatically become a member of

    KCLSU, which means you can take advantage of all the fantastic services we oer.

    WELCOME

    To help you settle in, get to know your fellow students and get a avour of some of

    the activities available to you at Kings, KCLSU organises a programme of activities

    for new and returning students called Welcome at the start of the academic year.

    THINGSTODOINyOURSPARETIME

    Whether youve been doing it for years or you just feel like trying something new,

    there are an enormous variety of sports clubs, societies, volunteering opportunities

    and campaigning groups where you can get involved. Youre spoilt for choice, but

    if theres something you feel is missing, we can also help you get your own student

    activity group up and running.

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    SPORTS

    The KCLSU Sport & Fitness team provide you with some fantastic opportunities

    to participate in sport and all things physical whilst studying at Kings. Whether

    for fun, to improve your tness, make lasting friendships or to take part in seriouscompetitions, regionally or nationally, we certainly have something for you with

    over 50 sports clubs to choose from as well as a diverse programme of recreational

    opportunities to keep you t and active. The Kinetic Fitness Club oers you some

    great facilities and machines, with a range of classes, nutritional advice, lifestyle

    analysis and a personal training service all at student friendly prices.

    ACTIVITyGROUPS

    KCLSU is proud to have a diverse range of exciting Activity Groups and joining is

    the best way to meet those who will share your eccentricities and help you harness

    your talents!

    There are over 180 Groups on oer, from cultural and religious groups to those

    interested in musical theatre and dance and others dealing with world issues or

    comedy there is no limit to the number you can join and the experiences you can

    have. So for a full list of the Activity Groups available, details of their upcoming

    events and to get in contact with members go to www.kclsu.org/groups

    VOLUNTEERINGANDSKILLS

    There are over 50 volunteering groups and student led volunteering projects here

    at KCLSU, along with various other volunteering opportunities within Kings, the

    local community across London and even overseas. KCLSU also supports all of our

    volunteers to develop and evidence their employability skills, helping each student to

    get the most out of their time whilst at Kings.

    STUDENTMEDIA

    Roar is the Kings student newspaper, produced monthly by a student editorial team.

    There are a variety of opportunities open to students from photography, writing,

    layout and design, so its easy to nd a role that best suits your talents. Kings also has

    its own radio station KCL Radio.

    WORKOPPORTUNITIES

    KCLSU employs over 300 students to sta our venues so theres also an opportunityfor you to earn some extra money whilst at Kings. We can work around your

    academic schedule and have a range of opportunities available. Keep an eye out for

    work opportunities run by the College too.

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    PLACESTOGO

    KCLSU has some amazing places to get together with new friends in a safe, secure

    and friendly environment. Our two bars, the Waterfront (Strand Campus) and Guys

    Bar (Boland House, Guys Campus) serve a range of food and drinks all day, makingthem ideal places to relax and enjoy yourself. Our late night venue Tutus Nightclub

    (named after alumnus Desmond Tutu) hosts a range of dierent live music gigs

    and club nights and oers an unrivalled view of Londons skyline from its location

    overlooking the River Thames.

    In addition to this the Lobby has been developed as a new space in the Macadam

    Building (Strand campus) for students to relax, study and interact in, along with

    a new skills development area, the Bridge, which works in partnership with the

    Careers Service to provide students with opportunities to enhance and develop their

    employability skills.

    To nd out more, just pop into one of our Student Centres across the campuses: at

    Guys (in the Spit), Strand (in the Lobby) or Waterloo (in the FWB library). Come

    in and speak to one of our sta, or nd out more information online at www.kclsu.org

    The London Advantage

    London is a multi-faceted city, full of opportunities for you as a student to make the

    most of the capital. London is a global hub for cultural, business, political, media,

    legal and sporting events, all of which attract the best from around the world. Kings

    has connections to all walks of London life and as a student here you will benet

    from these links through your programme and through various opportunities to take

    part in events and hear our renowned guest speakers.

    EXPERIENCELONDON

    London life is full, colourful and varied. There is a wealth of cultural and academic

    resources on your doorstep, many of which are free to use. These include world-

    famous museums such as the V&A and Natural History Museums, libraries such as

    the British Library, theatres both West End and independent, and galleries including

    the Tate Modern, Tate Britain and National Gallery. London is also well known for

    its specialised collections and many important historical societies.

    On a sunny day, discover one of Londons many parks, such as Hyde Park,Kensington Gardens and Regents Park. These often play host to major music

    events, including the Wireless Festival and Hard Rock Calling in Hyde Park.

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    London also oers a wealth of shopping opportunities: visit the shopping hub of

    Regents and Oxford Street; lose yourself in Camden or Greenwich Market; and

    explore the vibrant Brick Lane and Spitalelds.

    There are many guides available (both in print and online) to all that London has to oer,

    and weekly magazines such as Time Outto keep you up-to-date with what is happening.

    AFFORDAbLELONDON

    London may be known as one of the most expensive cities in the world but with around

    16 per cent of the total UK student population living in London, the capital is well geared

    up for students and their budgets. This means that students can enjoy a host of discounts

    and reductions on a wealth of facilities and services. Student discounts can be found in

    many of Oxford Streets major retail outlets and you will nd an ever growing selection of

    shops, cafs, bars and restaurants all oering discounted rates.

    In the capital, getting around is cheaper than you might think with a 30 percent

    discount on Transport for London (TFL) services with a Student Oyster Photocard

    meaning you can jump on and o tubes and buses without the worry of breaking the

    bank. Alternatively, some of Londons famous sights are best seen on foot and many

    of the citys main attractions are within easy walking distance of each other. With

    Kings being Londons most central university, even on campus; you are never far

    away from the sights and excitement of the city.

    The London calendar is packed with a great mix of events with activities to suit

    everyone. Many of these are free, so whether it is taking in the reworks spectacular at

    new year, running in the Virgin London Marathon, dancing in the Notting Hill Carnival,

    tasting the culinary delights of the Taste of Spain festival on Regent Street or catching a

    movie at the BFI Film Festival, you are sure to nd something to keep you entertained.

    London also benets from some of the worlds best second-hand bookshops, one of

    which you can nd hiding under Waterloo Bridge, right on the doorstep of Kings

    Waterloo Campus. If you are looking for something a little more serious, why not

    drop into the Old Bailey public gallery and watch the court proceedings or while

    away some time picnicking in one of the capitals many outdoor spaces.

    London is sure to deliver a great student experience whatever your interests, your

    budget or the weather.

    We look forward to welcoming you to Kings.

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    Fax+44(0)2078482724

    www.k.a.uk/a

    UniversitofLondonHousingServices

    4thoor,ULUbuilding

    MaletStreet

    LondonWC1E7Hy

    Tel+44(0)2078628880

    Fax+44(0)2078628084

    [email protected]

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    CAREERSKingsCareersService

    [email protected]

    www.kcl.ac.uk/careers

    THECOMPASS

    TheCompassteamcanhelpwithgeneral

    queriesforoerholdersrelatingtothe

    following:

    Fees&Funding

    Generalaccommodationinformation

    Generalcourseinformation

    StudentServicesatKings

    Opendas

    Onlineenrolment

    Tel+44(0)2078487070

    [email protected]

    www.kcl.ac.uk/thecompass

    DISAbILITy&DySLEXIASERVICE

    Forinformation,adviceandguidance

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    learningdierences.

    Room7.36

    JamesClerkMaxwellbuilding

    57WaterlooRoad

    LondonSE18WA

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    ENGLISHLANGUAGECENTRE

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    EnglishLanguageCentre

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    26-29DrurLane

    LondonWC2b5RL

    Tel+44(0)2078481600

    Fax+44(0)2078481601

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    CONTACTS

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    FEESFinance(CreditControl)Oce

    KingsCollegeLondon

    6.20JamesClerkMaxwellbuildingWaterlooCampus

    57WaterlooRoad

    LondonSE18WA

    Tel+44(0)2078483290/3372

    [email protected]

    FUNDING

    ForadviceonKingsursaries,scholarships

    andhardshipfunds

    StudentFundingOce

    KingsCollegeLondon

    G.31JamesClerkMaxwellbuilding

    WaterlooCampus

    57WaterlooRoad

    LondonSE18WA

    Tel+44(0)2078484362/4471/4472

    [email protected]

    www.kcl.ac.uk/funing

    VISITS,EVENTSANDGENERALCONTACTS

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    EUEventsTeam

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    [email protected]

    www.kcl.ac.uk/international

    Follow @KingsGlobal onTwitterfornews

    aoutvisitstoourregion

    UKEventsTeam

    Tel+44(0)2078483988

    [email protected]

    www.kcl.ac.uk/stu/ug/openaSee also Student Advice and English Language

    Centre

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    support

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    welfareenets&legalmatters

    Tel+44(0)2078486858

    [email protected]

    www.kcl.ac.uk/avice

    Follow@KingsAviceonTwitter

    ThebritishCouncil

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    [email protected]

    www.britishcouncil.org

    UKCISA

    UKCouncilforInternationalStudentAairs

    9-17StAlansPlace

    Islington

    LondonN10NXTel+44(0)2071079922

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    +44(0)2071079922

    www.ukcisa.org.uk

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    Contact details

    STUDENTSUNION

    KCLSU

    Macadambuilding

    SurreStreet

    LondonWC2R2NS

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    [email protected]

    www.kclsu.org

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    UniversitofLondonUnion(ULU)

    Tel+44(0)2076642000

    [email protected]

    www.uu..uk

    NationalUnionofStudents(NUS)

    Tel+44(0)2072728900

    www.nus.org.uk

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