King's College London for Indian Students
London, United Kingdom
King's College London (KCL) is one of the UK's oldest and most prestigious universities. Located in the heart of London, King's combines historic academic excellence with modern research strength and unparalleled access to global career opportunities.
Top 40
Global Ranking
1829
Year Founded
5
London Campuses
120+
Students Guided
Tuition & Costs
- Undergraduate: £24,000–£37,000/year
- Master's: £24,000–£42,000 total (1-year)
- MBA: £40,000–£50,000 total
- London living: £1,300–£1,900/month
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5 London Campuses
- Strand — main campus, central London
- Waterloo — health & education
- Guy's — biomedical sciences
- St Thomas' — medical campus
- Denmark Hill — clinical studies
Key Info
- UG via UCAS | PG direct
- GRE/GMAT: usually not required
- IELTS 6.5–7.0+ / TOEFL 92+
- 2-year Graduate Route work visa
- Scholarships available
Why King's Is a Strong Choice for Indian Students
Central London Location — Unmatched Career Access
King's is located in the heart of London — within walking distance of Parliament, the financial district, major law firms, and global corporate headquarters. No other UK university offers this level of proximity to employers. Internships, networking events, and career fairs are literally on your doorstep.
World-Class Programs in Law, Medicine & Business
King's has globally recognized strengths in Law, Business, International Relations, Medicine, Psychology, and Humanities. The law program is one of the best in the UK, and King's Business School has rapidly risen in rankings.
Russell Group Prestige
As a founding member of the Russell Group, King's is in the same tier as UCL, Edinburgh, and Imperial. The brand carries significant weight with UK and global employers. More about studying in the UK.
Diverse International Community
King's has a large, diverse international student body. Indian students benefit from a well-established support network and a multicultural campus environment spread across five London locations.
Best Programs at King's
Law (LLB & LLM)
One of the UK's strongest law programs. Central London location gives unmatched access to legal firms, courts, and international law organizations.
Business Management & Finance
King's Business School offers internationally recognized programs with strong corporate connections across London's financial sector.
International Relations
Located near Parliament and Whitehall, King's is ideal for students interested in diplomacy, policy, and global affairs.
Medicine & Biomedical Sciences
Among the UK's oldest medical programs with strong NHS hospital partnerships at Guy's and St Thomas'.
Psychology
Top-ranked psychology department with excellent research output and clinical training opportunities.
Computer Science & AI
Growing programs in CS and AI with strong industry links across London's tech ecosystem.
King's Admission Requirements for Indian Students
Undergraduate (via UCAS)
- CBSE / ISC / IB / A-Levels accepted
- Strong predicted or final grades required
- Subject prerequisites for some programs
- Personal statement via UCAS — critical for UK applications
- Competitive courses like Law, Economics, CS require very strong profiles
Master's (Direct Application)
- Strong bachelor's degree from a recognized university
- Personal statement / SOP
- References
- CV for some programs
- GRE/GMAT usually not required
MBA (King's Business School)
- Undergraduate degree + work experience expected
- English proficiency
- Interview if shortlisted
- Focuses on leadership, global strategy, London industry exposure
- MBA Admissions Strategy
Costs & Budget (International Students)
Undergraduate (3 years)
£24,000–£37,000
per year (Medicine higher)
Annual budget: £39,000–£56,000
Planning range: ~£42,000–£60,000/year
Master's (1 year)
£24,000–£42,000
total program cost
Total budget: £40,000–£62,000
MBA
£40,000–£50,000
total program cost
Total budget: ~£55,000–£70,000
London is one of the most expensive student cities in the UK. Living costs: £1,300–£1,900/month. Visa, travel, and personal costs vary.
Career Outcomes After King's
London location provides strong access to internships, networking, and job opportunities. The UK Graduate Route gives 2 years of post-study work authorization.
Our Students & UK Guidance
120+ students guided to UK universities over 27 years.
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Dr. Karan Gupta's King's Admission Advice
King's is ideal for students who want:
- A globally recognized UK university — King's carries weight with employers across the UK, Europe, and globally.
- Access to London's professional ecosystem — no other UK university puts you this close to employers, internships, and industry events.
- Strong academics combined with career opportunities — King's isn't just theory. The London location means students can engage with industry from day one.
It suits students who are academically strong and ready to make full use of London's global exposure.
Dr. Karan Gupta is a Harvard Business School alumnus with 27+ years guiding 160,000+ students. Book a consultation to discuss your King's strategy.
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