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London under the spotlight 6–7

Home of King’s 8–9

Eight essential study tips 10–11

Going global 12–13

Career success 14–15

Students’ Union 16–17

Your offer holder checklist 18–19

The King’s quiz 20

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“King’s is a truly diverse, international and

interdisciplinary place to study, which is what

makes it really unique.”

My name is Rocío, and I’m a cultural and creative industries student from Chile. First of all, congratulations on getting your offer from King’s!

I’ve met so many inspiring people since coming here and I couldn’t be happier with my choice!

You’ll find so many opportunities at King’s and London is full of things to do if you go out and explore. In this magazine you’ll find lots of tips and advice from current students like me to help you navigate your way around the experience and get the most out of student life.

King’s has so much to offer, and if you are excited now, once you get here it will just get better and better. I wish you all the best in this new experience!

Rocío, Cultural and Creative Industries MA

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Studying a postgraduate degree is a momentous but exciting time in your life. We asked some of our current students to share their top tips to help you prepare for life at King’s and make the most out of your postgraduate experience.

Hannah’s Top Tips: (Studying Climate Change: Environment, Science and Policy MSc)

Rocio’s Top Tips: (Studying Cultural & Creative Industries MA)

CHECK OUT THE STUDENT SOCIET IES

‘I can assure you there is something for everyone! Our Students’ Union, KCLSU, runs lots of societies and it’s a great way to meet new people.’

kclsu.org

DON’T WORRY TOO MUCH BEFORE THE COURSE STARTS !

‘It’s easy to get anxious when you’re starting a new university experience, but if you follow the instructions on King’s emails promptly you’ll be OK.’

MAKE T IME FOR NET WORKING

‘Attend as many academic or careers events as possible to expand your network. This is always useful when applying for new job opportunities.’

kcl.ac.uk/careers

DON’T BE SHY

‘Make the most of the academic and student support staff. They are there to help you get the most out of your studies, so don’t hold back with your questions!’

kcl.ac.uk/studentservices

Mohammed’sTop Tips: (Studying Clinical Dermatology MSc)

DO YOUR RESEARCH

‘Contact your department to get a better idea of what modules and topics will be covered. You may also be able to contact current students, for example by attending an offer holder event or virtual fair.’

kcl.ac.uk/study/ offer-holders

MAKE THE MOST OF LONDON

‘There are great museums, libraries, theatres and art galleries which you can enter for free or at a discounted student rate… all of this right on your doorstep!’

Karleen’s Top Tips: (Studying Applied Linguistics and English Language Teaching MA)

GET TO KNOW THE OTHER STUDENTS ON YOUR COURSE

‘Sharing ideas really encourages the fostering of a unified, supportive cohort and this can really enrich your student experience.’

DISCOVER K ING ’S L IBRARIES

‘King’s libraries are excellent resources. Be one step ahead and sign-up for a free, guided tour of the library on your campus.’

kcl.ac.uk/library

MAKE IT COUNT

For more tips and advice about preparing for university, visit: kcl.ac.uk/study/offer-holders/postgraduate

“ Sharing ideas really encourages the fostering of a unified, supportive cohort and this can really enrich your student experience.”

Karleen Applied Linguistics and English Language Teaching MA

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“ Always carry your student ID with you – not only for access to buildings on campus but many cafés, restaurants, shops, cinemas and theatres all offer discounts for full-time students with a valid ID.” Fahmina King’s student

To help ensure budgeting becomes second nature while you’re a student, it’s good to get prepared early.

MAKINGWe asked our Student Advice Team and student money mentors for their top tips on how to have a great time at King’s without breaking the bank.

WATCH YOUR BUDGET

Keeping a budget to track your finances helps you to control what you spend, plan for the year and maybe even save a few pennies each month. We’ve put together lots of resources online to help you with budgeting:

kcl.ac.uk/money

KEEP AN EYE ON TRAVEL COSTS

Whether it’s a bus to lectures or travelling back home for the holidays, you’ll need to factor in travel costs. If you regularly take buses and trains, get a Student Oyster Card for discounted travel. Our top tip for saving money in London however is to walk as much as you can: you’ll get to see the city’s iconic sights, save up and stay healthy too!

SHOP SMART

Whether you’re shopping, going out for food or buying tickets for an event, always check beforehand to see if there’s a student discount for NUS or ISIC card holders. You can also subscribe to websites such as MyUniDays and VoucherCodes for regular updates on offers to help keep your costs down.

BUY SECOND-HAND

Look for second-hand books in local bookshops, eBay and AbeBooks, or on book swapping sites like Bookmooch or ReadItSwapIt. Be realistic about what you really need to buy and what you can borrow from King’s libraries.

EXPERIENCE FREE LONDON

London may be expensive but there are many ways to enjoy it on a budget. From free entry to most of the city’s museums, to free open air theatre. Keep an eye on websites like Londonist, Time Out and London for Free, for listings on free activities and events.

ENJOY CHEAP EATS

Eat at home as much as you can and consider taking it in turns to cook with your friends. Take a look at what’s reduced or on offer at supermarkets and try to buy supermarket own brands. If you’re thinking of going out for dinner, check websites such as TopTable for deals before you go. And try not to stop for a kebab after a night out!

KEEP F IT FOR LESS

Look out for cheaper alternatives to gym membership. For example, the North Face offers free training sessions through their Never Stop London campaign and Sweaty Betty offers free work out classes in selected stores. Back on campus, King’s Sports offers low cost sports and fitness activities and the chance to bag rewards such free hot drinks by linking any sort of exercise to the King’s Move app.

MAKE SOME EXTRA CASH

There are plenty of opportunities to find a part-time job alongside your studies*. King’s runs a database of verified part-time jobs as well as paid-internships and a Student Ambassador scheme that offers flexible roles that work around your study schedule.

kcl.ac.uk/careers

ASK FOR ADV ICE

Finally, remember we are always here to help! Our specialist advisors and student money mentors can answer questions on funding, budgeting and money management. Come along to one of our weekly drop in sessions when you get to King’s, or send us an email before you start!

kcl.ac.uk/student-advice

For more tips and resources, visit: kcl.ac.uk/money

* International students should check the terms of their visa regarding work opportunities as restrictions may apply.

Disclaimer: King’s College London Student Advice Service is not responsible for the content or reliability of the websites and brands mentioned in this article and does not necessarily endorse the views expressed within.

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SPOTLIGHTJoining King’s means you will become part of one of the world’s most dynamic cities. Rated the third best student city in the world*, London will be an integral part of your time here at King’s, with four of our five campuses located alongside the stunning River Thames.

Full of rich history and culture, this inspiring and vibrant city has a lot to offer; whether you’re interested in the arts, sport, food, shopping, the outdoors or music, there really is something for everyone.

*QS Best Student Cities 2017

Discover more about London and everything the city has to offer: kcl.ac.uk/study/london/index.aspx

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From walking tours of the city, art

galleries and comedy clubs to world-class museums like the Natural History

Museum, there are so many amazing free events and

activities in London for you to explore.

THEATRES

Our campuses are just a short walk from

London’s theatre land. Many of the

venues offer student discounts especially

for the Matinee shows and you can often get reduced price tickets

on the day.

PARKS

Despite the traffic and the crowds, London is surprisingly green

– it actually has more parks and open areas than any other city

of a similar size. Hyde Park, Kensington

Palace Gardens and Kew Gardens are just some of the beautiful places you can enjoy

in the summer!

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We’ve chosen some of our favourite spots in London to help you get to know your new home. Whether you want to soak up culture, try new food, or just hang out and people watch, there’s something for everyone in Europe’s most culturally diverse city.

OPEN A IR EVENTS

Once the weather warms up in the

summer, you really can’t beat a day out

in this incredible city. From outdoor

cinemas and theatres, live sports screenings

in Hyde Park or the huge ice rink

at Somerset House in the winter;

the opportunities are endless!

SPORT ING EVENTS

London is home to football and cricket

matches, rugby games, the marathon and much

more. With world-famous venues such as Wembley Stadium and Wimbledon, if you love sport, there’s no better

city in the world.

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Studying in London is a great

advantage for your career prospects. Whatever your

subject, there are so many opportunities

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MAKE GOOD QUAL IT Y NOTES

If you make notes in your own words, you’ll be forced to absorb and make sense of the information. Keep your notes organised and save electronic copies of articles.

AVOID PL AGIARISM

Many universities use software such as Turnitin to detect high levels of similarity in work. This software can also be very useful for you to check the level of originality in your own writing. Online reference managers such as RefMe, Cite this for me and Mendeley are also very useful for saving reading lists and formatting your references for you.

PROOFREAD YOUR OWN WORK

Get into the habit of reading through your work several times and check for specific types of errors that you know you are likely to make.

GET EXTRA HELP

King’s offers extra support through free Academic English & Study Skills courses on a range of topics, from academic grammar to writing a research paper. Once you get here, visit our internal website (intranet) to book and view a full list of courses.

F IND THE TEXTS YOU NEED

The library team are there to help you and can provide assistance when locating sources. Once you get here, familiarise yourself with the library and locate the texts on your reading list as early as possible. This will make the process much easier when the time comes to start reading for assessment.

READ IN B ITE-SIZED CHUNKS

New postgraduate students are often intimidated by the amount of reading they have to do. Reading in more manageable quantities (little and often) can help make this easier.

ARRANGE A STUDY GROUP

This will help you stay motivated and it’s also a really good way to get to know your fellow students and recruit research participants.

LOOK AT PAST D ISSERTAT IONS

This will give you more of an idea of how these are structured. Past dissertations are usually available on KEATS, our online learning environment. You’ll get access to this once you enrol at King’s.

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Whether you’re coming to postgraduate study straight from your undergraduate degree or after some time spent building your career, studying at this higher level can often seem daunting. To help with this, we asked the resident experts at our English Language Centre for their top tips for a smooth transition into postgraduate study.

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“ The GIP team did an amazing job choosing the group of students.”

Federico Territory and Security MA

As we all know, it’s more important than ever to be able to demonstrate international experience and multi-cultural awareness in today’s globalised world. As a King’s student you’ll have many opportunities to do this, from learning a foreign language to gaining experience overseas.

We spoke to Federico Saleri, an Italian graduate from our Geopolitics, Territory and Security MA, about his experience in Washington DC as part of the King’s Global Internships Programme (GIP) in summer 2016.

What was the best thing about your internship?

I interned in the security programme of an NGO named Physicians for Social Responsibility (PSR), which advocates the abolition of nuclear weapons. I really enjoyed the variety of tasks I had to perform, as well as having the chance to visit places I could normally only see in movies. In the morning I was doing research on nuclear security, nonproliferation and arms control, and in the afternoon I was sent to conferences or hearings at the Capitol or the State Department. If someone had told me last year I’d be doing this, I wouldn’t have believed them.

What were the other students like on the Global Internships Programme?

The GIP team did an amazing job choosing the group of students. It was very easy to develop relationships with them, making everything easier and smoother, from the choice of what to do during the evenings and weekends (we organised two trips to New York), to taking turns cooking food for everyone. We stayed at the George Washington University accommodation, a five-minute walk from the White House.

What was most surprising thing about living and working in Washington DC?

I found the atmosphere in DC more relaxed than in London. It’s normal to have conversations with strangers while queuing for 25 minutes for a latte at Starbucks. It was also quite funny watching people become passionate about a contest between two mascots dressed as George Washington and Abraham Lincoln between innings at a baseball game.

What was the most memorable moment of your stay in Washington DC?

During an advocacy meeting at the Capitol, I had the chance to meet with Senator Bernie Sanders. This was just after the Democratic National Convention, and having followed the primaries closely, seeing him was a real surprise.

What do you think is the most important thing you learned from this experience?

It’s made me more ambitious and confident of my capabilities. As my goal is to become a successful security risk analyst, talking to top advisers has been very inspiring and has given me a unique insight into the world of politics and international security from an overseas perspective. My internship in Washington DC has become an incredible story to tell while networking or at interviews and it’s changed my perspective on who I want to be and where I want to go.

What would you say to somebody who is thinking of applying for a global internship?

Whether it’s DC or anywhere else, do it. For me, this was my only chance to go to the US and work. I was lucky enough to pass the selection process, and it was a life-changer. I can easily say it was the best experience I’ve ever had. As I’ve said so far to other interested students: You don’t get too many chances to meet a guy that works at the State Department, who at some point in your life will help you save the world multiple times like Bruce Willis!

GOING GLOBAL

THINK INTERNATIONALLY

Here are three more great ways of getting international experience during your time at King’s:

Study abroad: Spend part of your dissertation semester at a partner institution :

kcl.ac.uk/study/abroad

Learn a language: Pick up one of over 20 languages taught at our Modern Language Centre:

kcl.ac.uk/mlc

Join a student society: Choose from over 50 cultural societies, from celebrating Hungarian gastronomy or Pakistani culture to debating in Mandarin or acting in German:

kclsu.org/joiningagroup

How to get international experience at King’s

Find out more about our Global Internship Programme at kcl.ac.uk/global-internships

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“ Being based in central London is an amazing advantage for postgraduate law students.”

Mubarak International Dispute Resolution LLM

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Disasters, Adaptation & Development MA

While studying her Disasters, Adaptation & Development MA at King’s, Lizz helped set up an international development work placement in Thailand.

‘While I was studying for my master’s, the course lead arranged for all of his students to attend a conference on disaster risk reduction in Istanbul, where we met disaster practitioners from across the world. We talked to senior staff from the Asian Disaster Preparedness Center (ADPC) about the mutual benefits of a post-master’s internship and they agreed to establish this. I was the first King’s student to take part in the three-month internship at ADPC in Bangkok and afterwards I worked there for two more years. The experience was fantastic and has really shaped my career. Right now I’m managing a post-earthquake recovery programme in Nepal.’

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Theology PhD

Finley has taken advantage of opportunities to develop new skills while studying his Theology PhD.

‘Since joining King’s I’ve been part of the Brilliant Club, which is a tutoring programme for students from traditionally underrepresented areas in higher education. This allows you to go into secondary schools and teach a series of tutorials based on your research. After King’s I’m planning on going into academia or working in widening participation in higher education, so this has been a huge advantage. What I’ve found is that if there’s something you’d like to try or improve on, such as language classes or getting teaching experience, you can pretty much guarantee there’s an opportunity to do it at King’s.’

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Accounting, Accountability & Financial Management MSc

Dan used her time on the Accounting, Accountability & Financial Management MSc to develop her CV with an internship.

‘I decided to do a postgraduate degree to become more competitive in the job market and develop my professional knowledge. Thanks to King’s Careers & Employability Service, I gained an internship with MG Group as an accountancy and tax intern. The careers team helped me modify my CV, cover letter and application form, and when I got the interview they sent me a list of example questions to help me prepare. During the internship I increased my business awareness skills and gained many opportunities to network with experts in my field. This really was great preparation for my future career.’

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Arts & Cultural Management MA

While studying her Arts & Cultural Management MA, Lauren took part in a competition that gave her the chance to pitch her ideas to directors of cultural institutions.

‘I took part in the King’s Cultural Challenge, a university-wide competition. A few hundred people get into teams and come up with a pitch for a cultural event or programme, then present it to four directors of leading London cultural organisations. It was quite intimidating, but also a really good experience in terms of getting your ideas across and presenting them to some pretty impressive people in the arts sector. I competed in the final and got to take part in a presentation workshop. That was so useful, particularly when it was coming up to interview time for jobs. It was just incredible to have that experience as part of my master’s degree.’

MUBARAK

International Dispute Resolution LLM

During his International Dispute Resolution LLM, Mubarak made the most of the law school’s connections with legal London to gain valuable experience for the future.

‘Being based in central London is an amazing advantage for postgraduate law students. You have access to some of the leading worldwide law firms and the Inns of Court, which makes it much easier to attend events and take part in all the extracurricular things involved in studying postgraduate law. A lot of these firms will come and hold events at King’s and some practitioners and barristers actually come to King’s and give classes, as it’s so close. I’ve met lots of practitioners in areas that I want to get into, so it’s equipped me with the skills I’m going to need to succeed.’

King’s Leadership & Professional Skills Award (September)Develop your skills through a range of events and interactive learning.

Legal Week (October)A series of events about a career in Law for both Law and non-law students.

Internships Networking Night (November)The opportunity to talk to organisations about the internships they offer in an informal environment.

Life & Health Science event at the Crick Institute (November)Careers fair with some of the largest employers in life sciences and medicine at the world-leading Francis Crick Institute.

Global Careers series (January)Find out how to do an internship abroad, organised by King’s.kcl.ac.uk/careers

OUR TOP 5 CAREERS EVENTS FOR POSTGRADUATES

STAND OUT FROM THE CROWDYou’ll find many opportunities at King’s to boost your employability, including advice, events and internships from our Careers & Employability Service. We asked five current and former postgraduate students how they used their time here to develop new skills.

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Once you enrol at King’s, you will automatically become a member of King’s College London Students’ Union (KCLSU). Run by students, for students, KCLSU is here to help you make the most of your student experience.

BHANGRA SOC

What’s the Bhangra Soc?

‘The KCL Bhangra Soc is a vibrant, colourful and energetic society that serves to teach the dance form of Bhangra. We provide the chance to learn the dance and have opportunities to perform at large scale charity shows and at national competitions.

In February 2015 we performed at the SSE ARENA Wembley at “The Bhangra Showdown” – where we placed third in the largest Bhangra competition in the UK.’

Who can join?

‘Anyone is welcome to join. If you have the passion to dance – come and join in!’

facebook.com/KCLBhangra

@KCLBhangra

Becoming a member of one of our societies, activity groups or sports clubs can be a great way to discover what you’re good at, meet like-minded people, boost your employability and simply have fun!

We spoke to three of our societies and sports clubs to find out more about what they do, and how you can get involved...

KING’S COLLEGE LONDON BOAT CLUB

What do you do?

‘As the university’s rowing club, our aim is to involve people of all abilities, all genders and all heights in rowing, and we aim to cater for those who want to row socially and competitively alike.

Off the water, on Wednesday nights, we join the other sports clubs and head to Guy’s Bar or the Waterfront.’

Who can join?

‘We welcome members of all ability. We’re a really friendly club so get in touch!’

facebook.com/KCLBC

@Kings_Rowing

BRIGHT FUTURES

What is Bright Futures?

Bright Futures KCL is a society for all King’s students looking for a competitive edge in the job market. We work with over 30 industry-leading companies who invest in Bright Futures to find the best graduates they can for their jobs. Throughout the year we host a variety of events to boost your CV, put you in contact with the recruiters, and develop those essential skills employers look for.

What will I gain from becoming a member?

You will have the opportunity to network with employers from a range of industry sectors, including law, banking and finance, insurance, technology, energy, retail, marketing and many more. We also offer the chance to win prizes, internships and insight days by taking part in Bright Futures competitions, and the ability to develop essential employability skills and attend exclusive national employer events.

facebook.com/KCLBrightFutures

Find out more about King’s favourite feline on our webpages: kcl.ac.uk/study/spotlight/reggie-the-lion.aspx

ROYAL APPROVAL

In 1926, King’s students presented a toy Reggie to the Duke and Duchess of York as a gift for the future Queen of England.

LOST AND FOUND

The target of fierce intercollegiate rivalry, Reggie has been kidnapped on multiple occasions. He was once reportedly found buried upside-down in concrete near Waterloo Station!

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EMERGENCY SURGERY

Reggie has undergone a lot of surgery over the years, losing various parts of his anatomy along his travels. At one point, he was reduced to having a vacuum-cleaner hose for a tail.

ROAR

Reggie has yet another claim to fame: in 1992 the King’s student newspaper was renamed Roar in his honour.

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Join inSeptember is our welcome month. KCLSU organise lots of student-led events and activities to get the year off to a great start, including a two-day welcome fair. Find out more online: kclsu.org/welcome/postgraduate

Reggie has been King’s official mascot since 1923 and he has been through a lot in the last 90 years…

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CAREERS & EMPLOYABIL IT Y

See how you can benefit from King’s partners in industry through paid internships and careers fairs.

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ACCOMMODATION

Application deadline: June 2017

Research accommodation options in London and find out how to apply for a place in our King’s Residences.

kcl.ac.uk/accomm kcl.ac.uk/housing

SCHOL ARSHIPS & FUNDING

Check King’s funding database and webpages regularly for funding opportunities. Please note many King’s scholarships close by the end of March.

kcl.ac.uk/postgraduate-funding

AT TEND AN EVENT

Chat to current students, academics and student services at an offer holder event on campus or online.

kcl.ac.uk/study/offer-holders/postgraduate/events.aspx

L IV ING EXPENSES

Discover top tips on budgeting for student life in London.

kcl.ac.uk/money

SUPPORT FOR D ISABLED STUDENTS

Get in touch to find out about the support available to you.

kcl.ac.uk/disability

Work your way through the list below for a smooth start to your postgraduate studies.

Keep an eye on your inbox for emails with all the latest news on scholarships, accommodation, visas, enrolment and more.

TRACK YOUR OFFER STATUS

Any questions? Contact admissions through King’s Apply.

apply.kcl.ac.uk

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CHECK V ISA REQUIREMENTS

Apply up to three months in advance

Check your visa requirements early to make the application process smoother this summer. If your course starts in September, you can start applying in July.

kcl.ac.uk/visa-advice

Check you have entered your passport details in King’s Apply if you need a visa.

PAY YOUR DEPOSIT

Check your offer email for details of how and when you should pay your deposit.

kcl.ac.uk

REFRESH YOUR ENGL ISH SK ILLS

If you need help meeting the English language requirements, register for a Pre-sessional course to develop your skills.

kcl.ac.uk/elc

BOOK YOUR TRAVEL

Book for the international student welcome.

kcl.ac.uk/advice

WELCOME & ORIENTAT ION

Keep an eye on your email inbox from August for info on how to enrol online, register for King’s welcome events and collect your ID card.

kcl.ac.uk/newtokings

L IFE AT K ING ’S

Investigate IT and library resources, the Modern Language Centre, study abroad opportunities, King’s Sports, our Students’ Union, religious provision and pastoral care, student advice, international student support and counselling.

kcl.ac.uk/studentservices

DISCOVER MORE ON OUR OFFER

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THE KING’S QUIZ

Q5.

What is the newest building to be added to the King’s estate and who occupied it previously?

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Which of the following can be found at the Strand campus:

a) A chapel

b) Roman bath ruins

c) An observatory

d) A robotic receptionist

e) All of the above

Q7.

How many Nobel laureates have

worked or studied at King’s?

Q8.

Which five time Olympic medal

winner studied law at King’s?

Q9.

When did King’s hold its first

lectures for ladies?

Q10.

Why were the Duke of Wellington and the Earl of Winchelsea taking part in a pistol duel in 1829?

a) The Earl said something slanderous about the Duke

b) They disagreed about the creation of King’s College London

c) They were both in love with the same woman

d) There was nothing on TV

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What is the King’s mascot

and what is his name?

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How many different nationalities made up our student body in 2016?

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Which of the following famous people have visited King’s?

a) The Queen

b) Archbishop Desmond Tutu

c) Nicole Kidman

d) Kofi Annan e) All of the above

Q4.

How many campuses

does King’s have?

Answers: 1. Reggie the lion / 2. 171 / 3. (E) All of the above / 4. 5 / 5. Bush House, the BBC / 6. (E) All of the above / 7. 12 / 8. Katherine Grainger / 9. 1871 / 10. (B) Due to religious differences, they fought a duel to see if King’s College London would be created. The Duke won and here we are!

Accommodation

Take a look at photos of our accommodation, compare locations and find out how to apply online. If you have any questions, get in touch with King’s Residences:

W: kcl.ac.uk/accommE: bookings@kcl.ac.ukT: +44 (0)207 848 5959

Admissions

Questions about your offer? Contact our Admissions Team for help and advice:

W: apply.kcl.ac.ukT: +44 (0)207 848 7000

Careers & Employability

If you’re looking for networking opportunities or advice on working during your studies, our dedicated Careers & Employability team offer a range of professional development support:

W: kcl.ac.uk/careersE: careers@kcl.ac.ukT: +44 (0)207 848 7134

Disability Advisory Service

If you have a disability which may impact on how you engage with your studies, talk to our dedicated and experienced team about possible support options:

W: kcl.ac.uk/disabilityE: disability@kcl.ac.ukT: +44 (0)207 848 7018

English Language Centre

Our English Language Centre offers support to native English speakers or those with near-native proficiency who want more academic skills training, such as using sources effectively, presentation skills and writing critically. Find out more online or contact us:

W: kcl.ac.uk/elcE: elc@kcl.ac.ukT: +44 (0)207 848 1600

Funding

Find out about the financial help available at King’s and receive confidential advice from our Student Funding Office:

W: kcl.ac.uk/fundingE: funding@kcl.ac.ukT: +44 (0)207 848

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International Office

Chat to our international team to find out more about living and studying in the UK:

W: kcl.ac.uk/international

E: international @kcl.ac.uk

T: +44 (0)207 848 3388

Student Advice Service

Receive free, confidential and practical advice on issues such as visas and immigration, housing, changes in your circumstances and more:

W: kcl.ac.uk/adviceE: advice@kcl.ac.ukT: +44 (0)207 848 7019: facebook.com/

kclstudentservices: @kclstudentservices

If you have any questions or need some more information, our friendly Student Services Team are here to help.

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This magazine was produced in April 2017 and intended for postgraduate students beginning their course in September 2017 only.

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